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Heartbreaking video shows dog chasing after owner's car after being dumped on street
A social media post of a small Bull Terrier mix desperately chasing its owner’s car struck a chord with dog lovers in Long Beach.
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A rare fungal infection was found in two cats in Kansas. The vet tech also got sick.
The report comes as the CDC is keeping an eye on the spread of a similar fungal infection in South America that’s far more contagious.
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Connecticut Humane Society has an urgent need for dog food donations for pet food pantry
The Connecticut Humane Society has an urgent need for donations of dry dog food for its Pet Food Pantry and it is asking for help from the public. The Pet Food Pantry provides nutrition for pets of families facing financial hardships and it needs dry dog food, specifically Purina One, Pedigree, Blue Buffalo, and any other grain-free brands, the Connecticut…
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French bulldogs chosen the most popular US breed for second year
French bulldogs, or frenchies, continued to be the most commonly registered purebred dogs in 2023, according to the American Kennel Club ranking released on Wednesday.
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French bulldogs remain the most popular dog breed in the US
The American Kennel Club says French bulldogs are still the United States’ most commonly registered purebreds.
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Connecticut celebrates National Love Your Pet Day
Feb. 20, 2024 was designated National Love Your Pet Day.
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What's the latest with the mystery dog illness that starts with a cough? What to know
Cases have been reported in Oregon, Colorado, Indiana, Illinois, Washington, Idaho, California and more.
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Purina says its pet food is safe as allegations about sick animals multiply on social media
Purina said an investigation found no issue with its pet food. But some pet owners still think the products caused their dogs or cats to become ill or die.
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CT Humane Society and animal control centers see uptick in pets being sheltered
Overcrowded animal shelters are a problem across the country and in our state. In fact, one facility in Waterbury has recently seen the number of abandoned dogs double.
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CT Humane Society and animal control centers see uptick in pets being sheltered
Overcrowded animal shelters are a problem across the country and in our state. In fact, one facility in Waterbury has recently seen the number of abandoned dogs double. The Connecticut Humane Society in Newington said this is a nationwide issue. Just this week, they took in five dogs from out-of-state. “We’re helping some of the high-volume intake shelters from...
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Why giant goldfish are storming America's Great Lakes
Goldfish measuring more than a foot long are becoming a more common sight in freshwater lakes across the country. Careless pet owners are to blame, experts say.
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A potentially fatal mystery illness in dogs is spreading in the US. It starts with a cough
A mysterious and potentially fatal respiratory illness in dogs has been reported in several states across the country, as veterinarians continue to search for what may be causing the condition that has killed some dogs.
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These are the holiday food that your pets shouldn't eat — and ones they can
There are numerous foods that are harmful to your pets. Here is a list of what your furry four-legged pals can and cannot eat.
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CT LIVE!: Connecticut Trial Firm's Mission to Help Pets Find Forever Homes
The Connecticut Trial Firm teams up with the Connecticut Humane Society to help pets in need.
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Study says pet owners love dogs more than cats
The study was conducted by researchers at the University of Copenhagen and questioned more than 2,000 pet owners in Europe.
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2-year-old girl lost in the woods found asleep using family dog as a pillow
Police say a 2-year-old girl who walked away from her home in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with two family dogs was found hours later asleep in the woods using one of the canines as a furry pillow.
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Clear The Shelters celebrates 1 million pet adoptions
NBCUniversal Local’s Clear The Shelters nationwide pet adoption and donation initiative has now resulted in more than one million adoptions since 2015.
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Clear The Shelters has now helped rescue more than 1 million animals
NBCUniversal Local’s Clear the Shelters initiative has surpassed 1 million animals rescued after 157,000 animals found new homes in 2023.
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FDA pet food investigation: What to know about diet-related heart disease
At least 1,382 cases of heart damage, possibly diet related, have been reported in dogs, although veterinary researchers believe the problem could be more widespread than the numbers suggest.
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7 foods to keep away from your dog
Along with chocolate, here are other foods you should avoid feeding your dog – as they can negatively affect their health.