Category: pets

(BPT) - Wondering how to spend a floating holiday? Richmond, Virginia, has you covered. For a quick getaway, Richmond Region Tourism offers ready-made itineraries for four 'floating holidays,' featuring great activities to please just about anyone."Ric...

(BPT) - Do you suffer from itchy eyes, a runny nose or a scratchy throat during winter? Do you often find yourself coughing, sneezing and having trouble breathing? Chances are you may have indoor allergies.Allergens are not just found outside in trees ...

(BPT) - As the seasons begin to change, the time to start planning your holiday travel is now. While you write out a packing list, map out your routes, and decide what dish you'll bring to Thanksgiving dinner, don't forget to also think about your furr...

(BPT) - Have you ever locked eyes with your dog and felt certain that no other being would ever understand you like this creature? Have you been anxious or sad and felt the nudge of a sympathetic nose or a furry body lean against you in support? If so,...

(BPT) - When you think of autumn, you likely picture cozy fires, hot cocoa and piles of colorful leaves. While beautiful, this season can also pose certain dangers to your four-legged friends. During the fall, the days grow shorter, which means less da...

(BPT) - Businesses of all types and sizes are increasingly recognizing how the presence of their furry friends in the work environment can contribute to their employees' engagement, commitment and overall culture. As a result, many have introduced brin...

(BPT) - Pets bring us joy in so many ways. But what if something changed and you weren't able to care for your pet properly, like an illness, injury or job loss? For many people, the idea of not having their pet in their life is heartbreaking.This scen...

(BPT) - If you're a cat owner, you know your furry family members enhance your life in many ways with their curiosity, cuddles and unique personalities. Being a pet parent, you want to return the love by doing everything you can to ensure their health ...

(BPT) - October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, and it's the perfect time to shine a spotlight on some amazing shelter dogs, who have gone through amazing transformations. The sad truth is fewer than half of dogs entering shelters are getting the groomin...

(BPT) - Did you know that roughly 3.5 million military veterans suffer from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? PTSD can severely affect a veteran's life, but there is hope for those who are impacted. Research shows that veterans with properly traine...

(BPT) - Fall is approaching quickly, bringing a flurry of activities and preparations for the changing of the seasons. However, this season can also bring some unexpected dangers for your four-legged family member.To help you prepare and keep your pet ...

(BPT) - Do you see your dog scratching a lot? If so, you're not alone. Twenty million households have a dog with itchy skin (pruritus), so this behavior is more common than people realize.1 While there was a 60% increase in itchy dogs being treated by ...

(BPT) - If you have a cat, you know that they are the kings and queens of their domains. As their owner, it's your job to not only take care of them but also spoil them like royalty. You don't have to break the bank to show your feline a good time. Che...

(BPT) - If your pup is having accidents in the house, there may be a medical reason. Canine urinary incontinence due to urethral sphincter hypotonus, or canine urinary incontinence (UI) for short, is a common medical condition in dogs that affects thei...

(BPT) - People will do anything for their dogs. But, they may not always know how to best care for them. When it comes to furry family members, nothing is higher on the priority list than building a happy and healthy lifestyle. From finding ways to bon...

(BPT) - August is Pet Digestive Health Month! Use this advice to protect and preserve your pet's digestive health through the dog days of summer. For more pet digestive health tips, visit PetDigestiveHealthMonth.com.

(BPT) - If your travel plans this summer include bringing along a pet, there can be a lot of logistics to think through. The expert team of veterinarians and pet behaviorists at Purina want to make your summer travel plans a success, so we've gathered ...

(BPT) - Every year, nearly 400,000 shelter dogs are euthanized because of overcrowding and the inability to find them a fur-ever home. Now, thanks to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal Plant Health Inspection Services' (APHIS) Detector Dog pro...

(BPT) - Getting a new pet is like bringing home a new member of the family. Anticipation, excitement and joy are just a few of the many emotions you may feel when you bring home a new puppy or kitten. The first year of a puppy and kitten's life is a bu...

(BPT) - Your dog is a part of your family and that means their health and wellbeing, including preventing parasitic diseases like Lyme and heartworm, is a priority. Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-borne illnesses transmitted to dogs, and da...