PET SCOOP
Bear Cub Orphan Gets a Zoo Home
After he was taken from the wild, Aldo the black bear cub is now thriving at his permanent zoo home in Wisconsin.
Carli Davidson
SPECIAL FEATURE
Abuse Victims Can Be Great Pets
A special ASPCA team is giving puppy mill, hoarding and dog fighting victims important treatment and rehabilitation.
VETSTREET NEWS
Whales May Have Natural Ear Plugs
Researchers in Hawaii found that false killer whales can adjust their hearing sensitivity in anticipation of loud sounds.
Alamy
PHOTO GALLERY
9 Cat Breeds Who Love to Chat
From the boisterous Burmese to the vocal Siamese, meet nine felines who thrive on meowing, chirping and yowling.
Sally Anne Thompson, Animal Photography
DOG TRAINING
How to Calmly Enter a Dog Park
Mikkel Becker discusses three behaviors to teach your pup if he's overly excited when he sees his friends at the park.
Kevin Law / Alamy
PET HEALTH
Teach Your Kitten to Like the Vet
Linking your young cat’s visits to the veterinarian with rewards and praise will teach her to tolerate the trip.
Thinkstock
VIDEO
Cute Bear Cubs Form a Conga Line
Choo choo! These adorable little animals look like they’re having lots of fun putting together a baby bear train.
YouTube
BREED SPOTLIGHT
He Is the World's Oldest Dog Breed
Believed to have originated in Egypt around 329 B.C., the elegant Saluki is a calm and quiet companion.
Mary Bloom
Dogs on the Water
If you and your pup love spending time together on the water, make sure you do so safely. Not all dogs can swim ›
Traveling With Your Pet
Whether you’re flying or driving, there’s a lot you need to know about taking a pup on a trip. Tips for vacationing with Fido ›
- 6 Fun (and Dog-Friendly!) Day Cruises
- Your Bill of Rights for Pet Airline Travel
- My Dog Travels Abroad With Me
Protect Your Pets This SpringShop Flea & Tick ›
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Revolution
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Ask Dr. Marty BeckerView All Experts »
Can All Dogs Swim?
Answer:
Dogs will naturally start “dog paddling” when they find themselves in water, but that doesn’t mean that they can stay afloat. Full answer ›
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How Do I Get a Cat Out of a Tree?
Cats have claws that are designed to take them in one direction: forward or up. That’s why a cat can shimmy up a tree in mere seconds. Find out more ›
Animals in the News
Vetstreet rounds up a selection of our favorite headline-grabbing critters. Family reunites with long-lost dog ›
Cute Pet Videos
Looking for a video pick-me-up? These adorable clips are sure to make you smile. Cats play with bubbles ›
