How to protect your pets during Halloween
Halloween is on Friday, and veterinarians are warning that the spooky season can be a scary time for pets. Here's how they say you can protect yours. Stephanie Stahl reports.
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Halloween is on Friday, and veterinarians are warning that the spooky season can be a scary time for pets. Here's how they say you can protect yours. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Anu, a bulldog, has the most common form of canine skin cancer, and she underwent the new radiation therapy that uses radio gel.
The new kind of treatment places radiation directly into cancerous tumors, so there's limited damage to nearby tissue.
A curious cat from Kittanning turned what could have been a travel disaster into a purr-fect adventure, riding 100 miles on the roof of his family's van.
The Empty the Shelter campaign is for all pets six months and older and runs through October 15th.
Did you know soulmates aren't just for human-to-human relationships? A new study shows that many dog owners actually prefer their own pup's company to that of their fellow human friends. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson breaks down the study's results in this week's edition of Pet Project.
The dog rescued with a cheese ball jar stuck on her head has found her forever home.
A Delaware County, Pennsylvania, woman was reunited with her dog thanks to a heat-seeking drone and a determined pilot.
They're super cute, but they could come with some health conditions. Here's what you need to know before you adopt a trendy cat with folded ears or a smushed face. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains in this week's edition of Pet Project.
Is your dog showing more love to one family member compared to the rest? Well, there's more to winning their affection than just cuddles and treats! Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson has the reason why dogs tend to gravitate toward certain family members over others.
Bob Sheppard was paired up with his German shepherd service pup at the Voorhees Veterinary Center on Sunday.
Our pets are smarter than we think! While dogs can't actually read clocks, they can tell what time it is in a number of different ways. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains just how our furry friends are capable of this skill.
A vet bill for your cat can often result in sticker shock, but there are ways to ease the burden. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson is here with help. Plus, we have an update on one of our adoption success stories in this edition of Pet Project.
Like humans, as dogs age, their hair/fur can turn gray, especially around their muzzles. If the dog is over 5 years old, that's a part of the natural aging process. Premature graying is another thing. This kind of graying can be due to a dog's breed, or other times due to stress. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson has the signs you should look out for and how you can help ease your dog's anxiety.
A new survey conducted by the University of Texas at Austin polled the public about which type of pet they preferred and then asked the participants to disclose some of their personality traits. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson reveals what the findings said about these pet parents.
With every school bus that rolls down the street, pets are left behind after a summer of stimulation, often causing pet depression.
With every school bus that rolls down the street, pets are left behind after a summer of stimulation, often causing pet depression.
Call it a mural for the mutts. A new artwork at 3rd and Poplar features canine residents from the neighborhood.
A new mural by artist Emily White showcases the neighborhood's four-legged residents.
Nate Bargatze says he adopted a rescue dog from the Pennsylvania SPCA after they visited him during shows at the Wells Fargo Center.
Your dog likely isn't intentionally ignoring you when you call their name. Behavior experts say it's a huge mistake to interpret canine behavior through the lens of a human. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains what might actually be happening when your furry friends aren't listening to you.
More Philadelphia pet owners are giving up their furry friends due to financial hardship, but there are programs that can help pet owners save.
Dogs and cats can donate blood to help save the lives of other pets. It's a quick, simple process.
If you have an older dog, you'll want to take notes. It's common for older dogs to slip on non-carpeted floors and need help getting up because of their weakening muscles, joint pain and decreased grip strength, among other reasons. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains an experience she had on this exact topic in the past week and how you can help your dog stay safe from future falls.
House Bill 97 would allow courts to evaluate several factors when assigning custody of a pet, including who typically feeds the animal or takes it to the vet.
