AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Not the pound you think you know
The Minneapolis city animal control facility isn’t the grim place many picture.“For a long time, this place would have been called a pound with all the negative aspects that …
CANS FOR SAM
Longfellow residents Linda Featherstone and her husband Frank Forkins have helped neighborhood cats and dogs to have healthier and happier lives for the past 25 years. Working with pet owners who …
FELINES FIND 'FUREVER' HOMES
Longtime Feline Rescue volunteer Nancy Miller writes monthly newsletters and works as a shift lead. “I love this work because I see first-hand the difference that volunteering makes in the …
Free helping dogs
Can Do Canines announces that there is currently less waiting time than normal for clients who need one of the following types of assistance dogs: Mobility Assist Dog, Hearing Assist Dog, Diabetes …
'Rudy (in his red hoodie sweater) makes our lives better'
"As someone who lived alone for many years, my dogs and cats have always been an important daily life-line for me, providing consistent companionship, instantaneous cuddles, and immense comfort. My …

5 tips for encouraging and fostering play for your pets during National Pet Month and beyond

(BPT) - Being a pet parent involves much more than providing just their basic needs. To keep your pet happy, active and healthy, it’s important to encourage them to play, while providing …

The most popular dog names of 2022 in every state

Take a look at the top 10 paw-pular names by state and Washington D.C., brought to you by Wag!.

5 Ways to Treat Your Furry Friends

(Family Features) May is National Pet Month, making it a "purr-fect" time for families to spoil their furry family members. From pet food to apparel and toys, celebrate with these fun ideas.

Top Tips For Spring Pet Care
by Petco Health & Wellness Co.(NAPSI)—With spring underway, it’s a terrific time for pet parents to re-evaluate their pets’ routines to make sure they are happy, healthy and safe throughout …
8 Ways to Make Your Pet Feel Like Part of the Family
(Family Features) From eating and playing together to matching outfits and more, consider these practical ways to make dogs and cats feel like they're important members of your household.
New survey shows many love their pets more than people
(BPT) - If you're like many pet parents, your pet means the world to you and is an important part of your family. And you're not alone. A new survey found that nearly one in six respondents tell …
Leading an active life every day of the week: 4 ways to work out with your dog
(BPT) - Finding motivation on a Monday can be tough. However, there's no greater motivator to get up and moving like having your canine companion by your side to help you take on Monday — and …
Go with the Gut: 6 tips for promoting pet health
(Family Features) Nurturing your pet's gut health is one way to protect his or her immune system and to promote overall well-being. Improve your pooch's gut health with these tips.