Winter weather tips: Rock salt or ice melt?
Meteorologist Andrew Kozak explains the pros and cons of rock salt and ice melt, including which is safest for pets.
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Meteorologist Andrew Kozak explains the pros and cons of rock salt and ice melt, including which is safest for pets.
When bitterly cold temperatures and snow move in, pet owners must take steps to keep their animals safe. Here are tips for pet parents to keep in mind when frigid conditions hit.
If you dog or cat could help you choose a New Year's resolution, what would they say? Carol Erickson has some ideas.
A Pittsburgh-area couple says their dog chowed down on a pile of cash, about $4,000, they had set aside to pay a construction company for work on their home.
Whether there to sniff for explosives or enjoy a belly rub, these dogs have undergone hefty training to be in position to make our airport safer.
Animal advocate Carol Erickson shares tips for understanding your cat's behavior -- and how to tell if you're the favorite.
Can you read what is written on your dog's face? New research suggests some dog owners can read their pets' expressions.
Researchers at George Washington University say that yes, you can read the expression on your dog's face and what they're trying to convey.
The human-pet bond was evident this week when hostages were reunited with their dogs.
Animal advocate Carol Erickson explains why it is so important to bond with your pets and how both you and your furry friend will benefit from this relationship.
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture says the state now has confirmed cases of the mysterious, potentially fatal illness affecting dogs.
Cases of the mysterious respiratory illness affecting dogs have been reported in Pennsylvania, the commonwealth's Department of Agriculture said.
A cat's sense of smell is stronger than you think. What humans can smell from 10 feet away, a cat can smell 140 feet away -- that's half the length of a football field.
Cats are often turned off by many scents humans like. Watch the video above to see which scents are a no go for your pet.
An unusual respiratory illness in dogs is being investigated in several states across the U.S. Here's what veterinarians say you should know.
The South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter is offering dogs for a temporary foster weekend for the Thanksgiving weekend.
The Bucks County SPCA is offering a reward for information on a shooting that killed 1 cat and wounded another in Falls Township, Pennsylvania.
Will playing this growling game make your dog more aggressive? Think again. Animal advocate Carol Erickson has your weekly edition of CBS Philadelphia's Pet Project.
Elisa from the Elmwood Park Zoo brought some special visitors to our morning newscast.
The price of dog licenses in Pennsylvania will increase for the first time in nearly 30 years.
Author Pari Docktor and a tortoise named Radha overcome hardship with a new book, "Tortoise Goes to the Vet."
We've had plenty of submissions at CBSPhiladelphia.com/share - here are just a few of them.
This week, two business owners helped a woman fix her car window after a viral Center City video, sailors and Marines helped one of their own in West Philly, and more. Here's what our team has worked on over the past several months.
It's a wonderful time of year with food, scents, and more, but all of that could be an issue for our pets.
ACCT Philly said it is having to euthanize dogs right now for a lack of space. But the shelter said there are other ways you can help too beyond adopting a dog.
