Cats are often seen as more "low-maintenance" than other pets, but just because your cat isn't running up to you with a ball in their mouth, eager for a game of fetch, doesn’t mean they don’t need playtime. [...]
You’ve likely heard of spooky black cats, lively orange cats, and elegant tuxedo cats. If you're a true cat enthusiast, you might even be familiar with rarer color variations like seal point or ticked tabby. But there’s a new cat color making waves—salmiak, or "salty liquorice." [...]
The 5th Annual Vancouver Island Dogs Calendar Contest is officially underway, raising crucial funds for Operation Freedom Paws Canada (OFP Canada). Organized by Pauliina Saarinen Photography, this fun and interactive online photo contest gives dog lovers the chance to support an important cause while showcasing their furry friends. The contest will run for five weeks, closing on April 30 at 9 p.m. [...]
When I think about why dogs do certain things, I try to understand what motivates them. Take playing with trash, for example. As a veterinarian and a professor who teaches college students about companion animals, I believe the answer is simple: Garbage smells delicious and tastes good to dogs. [...]
A dog’s presence, more than a human’s, can boost pain tolerance. [...]
Our featured welfare organization, Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides, provides Dog Guides at no cost to Canadians with medical or physical disabilities.
In a heart-warming twist of fate, an Irish woman living in Toronto received an unexpected reward after adopting a Canadian cat named Jimmie. [...]
The round little pads on cats’ paws are more than just cute – they’re a feat of evolution that serve many important functions. [...]
Dogs are celebrated as more than pets; they are loyal companions and cherished family members. A dog expert has revealed how popular dog breeds fare in terms of intelligence. [...]
Dogs have a happy-go-lucky reputation but they're not immune to feeling stressed or unhappy. Thankfully, professionals are on hand to share their expertise. [...]
