Most pet owners have been noticing both supply issues and increasing prices when they shop for pet food. But according to a report on the petfoodindustry.com website, pet food price hikes are well below those for human food. Pet food prices rose by 2.4% by the...
The American Kennel Club has analyzed dog breed registration data for the year 2021 and has compiled its annual list of the most popular dog breeds in the US. For the 31st year in a row, the Labrador Retriever tops the list at #1 in popularity....
Awareness about the hazards of toxic substances for pets is always an important topic for pet owners. This month, pet poison prevention is the focus during the week of March 20th to March 26th. New York’s Animal Medical Center has created this useful infographic listing the...
8-year-old Bubba was recently adopted by his new mom after his previous family was unable to care for him any longer. Unfortunately, he had severe periodontal disease and needed surgery for multiple tooth extractions. Bubba's mom is on disability and had already spent as much as...
Recently the country of Norway amended its existing Animal Welfare Act to emphasize the importance of breeding healthy and fit purebred dogs. They have declared that breeders who violate healthy breeding standards may be held liable. This includes breeding for extreme physical conformations and not screening...
As the sad images of Ukrainians fleeing their cities have been much in the news recently, you may have noticed that many refugees have been bringing their pets with them as they travel to safety in nearby countries. Fortunately, many European countries are making it easier...
This adorable guy is an 8-year-old American Bulldog named Roscoe! Roscoe was diagnosed with a type of cancer known as a heart-base tumor. He needed radiation therapy, a treatment option that would give him the best prognosis. Roscoe's mom had used her existing resources on diagnostics,...
Researchers working on the University of Michigan’s Institute for Social Research Health and Retirement Study are sharing some good news they discovered about the benefits of pet ownership for older adults. In an interview with CNN, they reported findings that show the companionship of a pet...
Researchers have conducted a large-scale survey of pet owners to find out if there have been any changes in how we care for our pets during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results show that pet ownership can be complicated, especially during times of stress. While pets can...
The Wisconsin Humane Society has an annual fundraising event sure to bring a smile to your face! For a $25 donation, a Humane Society volunteer will draw a picture of your pet—to the best of their ability!—based on a picture you send to their Facebook page. Click...
Veterinary cardiologists at North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine are sharing advice on how to detect and prevent cardiac disease in our dogs and cats. While some pets are born with inherited heart problems that can be corrected with surgery and other treatments, others...
Are you new to dog training? National Public Radio’s Life Kit podcast series has a new 23-minute podcast on the essentials of dog training. The hosts consulted several dog training experts, who have provided advice on these key elements of successful training: How to identify your...
Most pet owners admit to feeding their dogs and cats the occasional people food snack. It’s OK to give treats every once in a while, but to keep your pet healthy and fit it’s important to choose the right ones. The American Animal Hospital Association says...
This adorable pup is Henna! Over the holidays, Henna began to have trouble walking. She made several emergency trips to the vet and spent 3 days at the hospital. It was determined that poor Henna was suffering from intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), a degenerative spinal condition...
An Alaskan Malamute named North and a Shiloh Shepherd named Tinsley made the news recently for showing incredible dedication and love for their owners. North was out hiking with his owner on a snowy mountain in Croatia when the man slipped and fell. The man hurt...
This happy little guy is Oliver, an 11-year-old Shorkie (Shih Tzu-Yorkie mix). Oliver's dad noticed a lump in his pelvic area and took him to the vet, where he was diagnosed with a perineal hernia. Poor Ollie needed surgery to fix this serious problem. His dad...
The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) is celebrating its 9th annual National Train Your Dog Month by providing lots of helpful training resources for dog owners. The APDT will be offering a variety of free webinars with tips for teaching your dog several essential behaviors:...
Wishing all of our friends a happy, healthy, and safe 2022! --Your friends at FACE. ...
Loud or unusual sounds can be scary for dogs, cats, and other pets. How can you help your pet become comfortable with strange sounds? The UK animal welfare charity Dogs Trust has some free help for pet owners. Dogs Trust has partnered with 2 veterinarians who...
Warmest holiday wishes to all our friends, from Success Stories Chance, Luna, Solomon, Jorge, and Fonzi...
Boe is a 4-year-old Chihuahua who got into a good bit of trouble recently. He escaped his yard by digging under the fence and then had a rough encounter with a coyote. Boe sustained a serious leg injury that required amputation. His family was unable to...