It is a common misconception that swine flu can affect our pets. The current strain can be transmitted human to human or swine to human.
Tillman, the skateboarding dog, in action
Tillman, billed as the world's fastest skateboarding bulldog gave skateboarding demonstrations as part of a promotional tour at Pet Club in Santa Rosa for his sponsor, Natural Balance Dog Food.
'Dog Whisperer' expands empire
In Cesar Millan's world, two groups most influence America: politicians and their dogs and Hollywood celebrities and their dogs.
Group tests composting of pooch poop
A group of dog owners thinks it has a can-do plan to profitably compost the tons of dog doo left behind by the roughly 50,000 canines that use the city's pooch park each year.
Protecting your pet
From microchips to tattoos, you have many choices when it comes to ways to identify your pet.
Lucky takes Manhattan
Petaluma's Sally Pyne and her box turtle Lucky are on their way to New York for an appearance on the 'Today' show Thursday; part of a media whirlwind since word got out about his new legs last month.
Kitten recovering after BB injury
Medical staffers at the Sonoma Humane Society are caring for a kitten they say was shot in the face with a BB gun but is already up for adoption.
Tips for keeping your pet happy while you're not home
Long work hours, family and social commitments can often keep even the most fervent pet lover away from home for much of the day. Learn some ways to keep your four-legged friend happy as he awaits your return.
World's oldest dog dies
A wire-haired dachshund that held the record as the world's oldest dog and celebrated its last birthday with a party at a dog hotel and spa has died at age 21 — or 147 in dog years.
Summer is cat season
Clever ad campaigns and reduced or no-fee adoption programs are being used at animal shelters around the country in an effort to find homes for the large number of cats available for potential pet owners.
How to save money on vet bills
The best way to save money on vet bills is...not to have any vet bills! right? There are several things you can do to keep your pet healthy without the intervention of a vet.
Picking the best pet
Choosing a pet for your home should never be done on a whim. There are many things to consider before taking a new animal home.
Lucky gets new legs
Lucky the turtle, pictured here with his rescuer, Sally Pyne, survived a bloody attack that cost him his two front legs and feet. But medical intervention and some creative thinking have him back on the go.
Nora, the piano-playing cat, on prowl for an encore
Nora the piano-playing cat is living the Hollywood life in Philadelphia. The YouTube sensation gets fan mail by the bushel, has her own groupies and could be an addict if her owners ever forget to put the catnip away.
Veterinarians using stem cells to treat animals
Lucy the Labradoodle's back limbs have been rendered unusable by arthritis, and she must scoot along the ground with her front paws to grab a bone. Her owners believe that a costly stem-cell treatment is the reason she's even lived as long as she has.
Rachael Ray plans pet charity contest
Rachael Ray is looking for 64 charities to compete in a $200,000 contest to find the most deserving pet cause in the country.
Cat dashed? Don't panic
It's an awful feeling when your indoor cat dashes past you out the door. But it's even more distressing to realize that you've just made matters worse by giving chase.
Missing cat reunited with Santa Rosa owner
For the last 55 months, Santa Rosan Phil Squires’ cat was AWOL.
Then the Humane Society phoned him to say a man had surrendered a handsome orange tabby that he could no longer keep.
How many pets are too many?
The question of 'How many pets are too many?' raises another question: How many pets can you afford? But there are a few other considerations before discussing cost.
