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While it may be tempting to welcome back the warmth and sunshine of spring by bringing flowers into your home, if you have pets, you need to think twice about what flowers you can safely use as décor and which ones should be avoided because they can b

Although felines can be independent, they also crave companionship and playtime with their human guardians and with other cats.

No one expected to find 199 animals in this rather unremarkable single-family home located in a quiet, somewhat affluent, suburb of Boston, Mass. But that’s exactly what Lynnfield police discovered after responding to a medical emergency on Feb. 26.

A dog’s sense of smell is one of its coolest features. Its nose can pinpoint bombs, drugs, and, in some cases, the moment a diabetic is suffering from a hyperglycemic event.

Although seeds are a convenient and affordable option when it comes to feeding your pet bird, they actually aren’t the best in terms of nutrition, and feeding a diet made up exclusively of seeds can result in a number of health problems, including cardiovascular issues and m

Toys are a great way for dogs to burn off energy and socialize. But they can be counterproductive if your dog doesn’t know how to play nice with others.

Shelters aren’t fun places for any animal, but certain individuals, in particular, find it harder to get adopted and have a much higher risk of being euthanized when there isn’t enough space left for incoming pets in need of homes.

Many dog owners understand the fear and frustration that comes with leaving your dog away for a few hours. Is he going to get lonely? Will he tear through the trash … the couch?

Children were among the curious crowd-gatherers who watched as an 18-month-old giraffe was butchered into pieces before being fed to lions.

Although rats are often thought of as disease-ridden, dirty, mean, and scary, this stigma couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, anyone who has had a pet rat is highly likely to tell you what wonderful little companions they are.