Category: pets

(BPT) - Dogs and leash walking go hand in hand, pun intended. Most people feel their dog's pull of excitement about what's ahead. But some dogs lag behind and even stop walking altogether. If you feel like you're dragging your dog, don't assume she's s...

(BPT) - As many pet owners have spent more time at home during the pandemic, there has been an opportunity for dog lovers to enhance their relationship with their pet, like they never have had before. Thanks to newfound work-life balance and more quali...

(BPT) - Thanks to the pandemic, many people have gone from working in an office to working from home, giving cat owners a chance to spend more time with their furry friends. With all this extra time, you have the opportunity to strengthen the bond you ...

(BPT) - In 2017, a two-year old whippet named Sounders was introduced to the world of competitive canine diving. Just two years later, he was breaking world records and even captured the Guinness World Record for farthest jump by a dog (dock jumping).I...

(BPT) - First families throughout history have welcomed pets into the White House. That's no surprise, considering that more than 60 percent of all U.S. households live with dogs, cats and other pets. But moving can cause our pets anxiety, so it's best...

(BPT) - While many loving pet owners are unaware their pet may not be at their healthiest weight, the fact is that more than half of cats and dogs in the U.S. are indeed overweight or obese, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Over...

(BPT) - Do you ever notice how fulfilled you feel when you spend time with your pet? How your pet can inspire joy while also somehow helping you feel less stressed? Or maybe you are thinking of getting a pet hoping for companionship, affection and love...

(BPT) - The pandemic has caused pet adoptions and sales to soar because who doesn't want a cute, furry friend for extra snuggles during this time? What some might be noticing is that those snuggles from a cute pup or kitty come at a cost - itchy allerg...

(BPT) - Sixty-seven percent of U.S. households own a pet, or about 85 million families, according to the American Pet Products Association (APPA). This number is poised to increase because many households have added pets during the pandemic, helping ai...

(BPT) - After a difficult year, there's one thing most people can agree on: They're thankful for their pets. According to a new Purina survey, 93% of consumers are grateful for their pets this holiday season. During this special time of year, we should...

(BPT) - Pets have always been a part of the family, but now more than ever they have a special role in your life, filling in for far-away friends and family, becoming coworkers, rounding out at-home weekend plans and even serving as workout buddies. Be...

(BPT) - One good thing about 2020? More people are fostering and adopting pets who need homes. And during the holidays, pet adoption increases even more because families have more time away from work and school.Before you foster or adopt - and especial...

(BPT) - Feeling a sense of connection and belonging with others is a basic human need. But unfortunately for many older adults, social isolation and loneliness are on the rise, especially because of the necessary social distancing since the COVID-19 pa...

(BPT) - While many people have found comfort during the COVID-19 pandemic by bringing home new dogs for companionship, a recent survey* found 73% of those who became dog owners for the first time are considering re-homing their dog once the pandemic en...

(BPT) - You've probably heard the buzz about probiotics helping to support gut health for humans - but did you know that probiotics can also help support the health of your pet? It turns out that both dogs and cats can benefit from probiotics as a regu...

(BPT) - Need someone to hug? They're there. Need a workout buddy? They jump at the chance. Need a sympathetic ear? They keep all our secrets. If we learned anything this year, it's that dogs are invaluable. And while many people added a furry family me...

(BPT) - According to the National Institutes of Health, up to 30% of American military veterans experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after returning home from combat. Yet only about 40% of those individuals ever seek help.Service dogs are p...

(BPT) - New puppy owners have plenty of questions when it comes to their new pet - about training their puppy, puppy-proofing their home and what behaviors are considered 'normal' for a growing dog. Perhaps the most important question, which is commonl...

(BPT) - According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters nationwide every year, and of the total amount of animals in shelters, only about 3.2 million are ado...

(BPT) - Pets are family. They provide unconditional love and support. Unfortunately, many crucial resources for victims of domestic abuse don't factor in their pets, creating a heartbreaking dilemma. Stay in an abusive situation, or leave a pet behind....