Video: Dog Halloween Costume Dos and Don’ts

Thinking about dressing your dog up in a costume for Halloween this year? Before you do, make sure to check out these helpful tips on the dos and don'ts of Halloween costumes for dogs from the Dogtopia YouTube channel. The most important things to keep in mind are your pup's comfort and safety, so if …

Do Dogs Cry Emotional Tears? New Study Says They Do

A study published in the journal Current Biology found that a dog’s tear production increases with emotion. The study measured tear volume in dogs that were reunited with their owners vs with unfamiliar people. Tear volume increased during the dog-owner reunions. The researchers theorized that the tears were caused by an increase in oxytocin, a …

Hurricane Ian Impacts Florida Pets

Hurricane Ian caused significant damage to homes in Florida, leading many pet owners to seek temporary shelter. How is this impacting Florida pets? A report from National Public Radio says that many Florida animal shelters are evacuating their animals to other locations to prepare for the influx of newly homeless pets. Pets affected by the …

Video: After-Hike Pet Check

Now that the weather is turning cooler, many dog owners are planning fall hikes with their best friends. The Edmonton Humane Society has created a helpful video on hiking and camping safety tips for pet owners, including a demonstration of an after-hike safety check you can perform on your dog. Watch the video for pet …

Cute Golden Retriever Munches Corn in Viral Video

Coco is an adorable Golden Retriever who enjoys eating lots of different fruits and vegetables. But a video of this sweet pup enjoying an ear of corn is an Internet favorite. Even though this video was uploaded to YouTube 8 years ago, it's still a hit, with fans calling Coco's enthusiastic crunching "strangely comforting." You …