The American Society For the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) reminds all pet owners that especially during this time of year, there are many household hazards that can poison our pooches.
According to Dr. Louise Murray, Director of Medicine at the ASPCA’S Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital and author of Vet Confidential: An Insider’s Guide to [...]

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is offering tips for pet owners to keep their furry friends safe during Halloween.
Most importantly, if you suspect your pet has ingested a potentially dangerous substance, call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
Tip 1
No treats-no exceptions!
Chocolate in all forms—especially [...]

The pills you pop may make you feel better, but they could be fatal to your pet. Just last year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) handled 89,000 cases of pets exposed to human medications.
Here’s what to watch out for:
NSAIDs
According to the APCC, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like ibuprofen or naproxen are the most [...]

My distaste for puppy mills notwithstanding, I’m pleased to report that, stepping away from its reputation as “The Puppy Mill Capital of the East,” the Pennsylvania Legislature passed HB 2525 on October 8, a bill that will improve the lives of tens of thousands of dogs living in Pennsylvania’s puppy mills.
HB 2525 doubles the cage [...]

Two separate cases of dog abuse in the news recently sheds light on the fact that not only are animal abusers not getting away with it anymore, but also that concerned citizen intervention can save a dog’s life.
In Queens, New York, ASPCA Humane Law Enforcement (HLE) agents recently arrested a 39-year-old man for neglecting his [...]

There are many victims of domestic violence, including pets, who are often caught in the crossfire and wind up either victims of abuse at the hands of the domestic abuser, or used as pawns to keep victims from leaving.
It may sound incredible to some people, but there are many women who will not leave an [...]

It’s not often that something free has the potential to save a loved one’s life. But leave it to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to come up with something!
Click here to sign up for a sticker that lets people who need to know (firefighters, police, rescue workers, etc.) know pets [...]

According to the ASPCA, cocoa mulch is a no-no for gardeners who have dogs.
In “Cocoa Bean Mulch As A Cause Of Methylxanthine Toxicosis In Dogs”
by S. Hansen, H. Trammell, E. Dunayer, S. Gwaltney, D. Farbman, and
S. Khan, they point out the dangers of using cocoa bean shells, a by-product of chocolate production, as mulch for landscaping.
While [...]

When you hit the road with your furry friend, it’s important to have a first aid kit handy for minor emergencies.
Gather the following items together and store them in a lunch box or any other durable container you’d like. Toss it in your car, and whola!
You’ll need:
A muzzle (or a 2-foot-long strip of cloth)
Latex gloves
Tweezers
Tick [...]

This week is American Humane Association’s “Be Kind to Animals Week®”.
Be Kind to Animals Week, observed May 4 through 10 this year, is the oldest event in the nation to celebrate the companionship, friendship and love that animals bring into people’s lives.
Animal shelters throughout the country hold special events during this week to raise awareness about [...]