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Dog Park With Craft Beer and Coffee Bar Opens in North Bethesda
A high-end dog park with a cover charge for dogs is now open in North Bethesda. News4’s Tommy McFly took a look.
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Deep in Suburban Henrico, a Pet Cemetery With a Long History
Tucked away at the end of a suburban street in western Henrico County, Virginia, is a small cemetery, an intriguing piece of local history: a 2-acre field of graves, decorated with an occasional bouquet of flowers and headstones bearing the names of those interred at their final earthly resting place: Gigi and Boots, Sweet Pea, Rusty and Bonnie Boops, Skippy,…
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Your Pet Could Be in the Next Cadbury Bunny Commercial
Cadbury, one of the largest chocolate brands, is inviting pet owners to enter the third annual Cadbury Bunny Tryouts.
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Filet for Fido: Pet Food's Growing Carbon Paw Print
A Bay Area environmental research center suggests our pets could be a significant contributor to climate change — and says the fix could be easier than we think.
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New Pandemic Pets Come With New Responsibilities
One good thing has come out of the pandemic – more pet adoptions! But pets need exercise, enrichment, and basic training so they can be a good member of the family. Of course, pets don’t come cheap! Expenses include food, vet visits, grooming, and more. For example, dog owners will spend an average of $1,459 and cat owners will spend…
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New Pandemic Pets Come With New Responsibilities
One good thing has come out of the pandemic – more pet adoptions! But there are some things to consider before adding a new pet to your home. Susan Hogan reports.
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Loyal Dog Waits Days Outside Hospital for Owner
A dog in Turkey followed an ambulance which was taking his owner to the hospital and sat outside for days waiting for his owner to be released.
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Doggie Desserts: Ben & Jerry's Enters the Pet Food Business
Ben & Jerry’s isn’t just for people anymore. The venerable Vermont ice cream company said Monday it’s introducing a line of frozen dog treats, its first foray into the lucrative pet food market. Doggie Desserts, sold in 4-ounce cups, go on sale in U.S. groceries and pet stores later this month. The treats are made with a base of...
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Changes, Challenges: the Not-So-Secret Life of Pandemic Pets
Ten months into quarantines and working from home because of the pandemic, household pets’ lives and relationships with humans have in many cases changed, and not always for the better.
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Left Behind: How to Prepare Pets for a Post-Pandemic Life
Sometime in 2021, for many in the United States more than a year after pandemic restrictions began, most American workers and students will return to campuses, offices and other workplaces. Left behind will be pets who have become accustomed to humans staying home with them.
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Meet the Highly Trained Super-Security Dogs That Can Cost as Much as $230,000
The super-rich take security very seriously, and they’re willing to spend a fortune to feel safe. In some cases, that means investing in highly trained super-dogs that cost more than a house. With a single command, these four-legged bodyguards can go from cute and cuddly to a bad guy’s worst nightmare, and the price of this unique protection can cost...
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Pampered Pets: Americans Spend Big on Furry Friends
More Americans welcomed furry additions to their families this year, and many of those new pet parents are planning to give them a very merry first Christmas. NBC’s Liz McLaughlin reports.
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The Pet Business Is Booming as Americans Spend More on Their Animals While They Work From Home
With the spike in pet adoptions during the coronavirus pandemic, pet businesses, big and small, are experiencing a spike in sales.
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K9s for Warriors: Matching Veterans With PTSD With Man's Best Friend
Dogs have been man’s best friend for thousands of years. And they have one of man’s most important jobs – serving our nation’s heroes. Rory Diamond is the CEO of K9s for Warriors, an organization that places service dogs with veterans suffering from PTSD or other trauma.
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US Tightens Definition of Service Animals Allowed on Planes
Say goodbye to emotional-support animals in airplane cabins
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US Changes Definition of Service Animals Allowed on Planes
The Department of Transportation issued a new rule Wednesday that when it comes to air travel, only dogs can be considered service animals.
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Thanksgiving Foods You Shouldn't Feed Your Cats and Dogs
Holiday dinner spreads can carry many potential risks for your pets. Here are the foods that should never be fed as scraps
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Bunny the ‘Talking' Dog Is Amazing Millions of Fans on TikTok
Millions on TikTok are fascinated by a Sheepadoodle named Bunny, who is using a soundboard to “talk.” Bunny’s owner, Alexis Devine, joined LX News to share how her 15-month-old pup became involved in budding research into animal cognition and what she has discovered along the way.
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Beyond Dog Food: Walmart Adds Pet Insurance as Animal Adoptions Soar During Pandemic
The big-box retailer is expanding its pet category by offering insurance through Petplan and connecting people to sitters or dog walkers through Rover.
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Why You Shouldn't Use a Laser Pointer to Play With Your Cat
People often use laser pointers to play with their cats, but it may not be the best way to have fun with your cat. Certified cat behavior consultant Marilyn Krieger explains why.