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Scorching hot temperatures will be with us for a while. Hydration is not only key for humans, it's key for our furry friends, too.
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Humans can't get dog flu, but the illness continues to raise concerns for pet owners and animal shelters.
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Animal carriers of the virus include various rodents, dogs, primates, hedgehogs and shrews, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Summer is a great time to take your pet outside but with Texas’ triple-digit temperatures, it’s important to make sure your fluffy friend stays safe.
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A new study based on thousands of DNA sequences and owner surveys finds that less than 10% of a dog's behavior — like howling, herding or retrieving — can be explained by its breed.
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Anecdotes about a boom in pet adoptions don't pan out when you crunch the numbers.
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The luxuries of remote work were temporary for many. As workplaces reopen offices and resume in-person operations, pet owners are scrambling to adjust to a new routine.
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Dallas Animal Services has reached its highest capacity since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The shelter is running out of space for medium and large dogs — with hundreds more animals coming in every week.
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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. With this month’s U.S. rollout of vaccinations offering hope for normalcy in 2021, long-term impacts aren’t known.
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70% of the cats and dogs that end up in Dallas’ animal shelter come from neighborhoods south of Interstate 30. Animal advocates say there's a huge need for more pet stores, low-cost clinics and education efforts there.
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Hanging out with dogs might be good for your health. A researcher reviews the science and discusses the very real link between dog ownership and reduced risk of dying from cardiovascular disease.
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Starting July 1, American Airlines passengers cannot bring their goats or hedgehogs, spiders or sugar gliders, or any creatures with tusks, horns or…