The Fourth of July is a popular time to hit the beach, fire up the grill and take in the dazzling fireworks, but for the four-legged friends, it may cause…
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Fight Over Foster Dog’s Leg Amputation Resolved with Adoption – NBC Boston
A Boston woman and a pet rescue organization have agreed to a settlement that will allow her to adopt a dog named Kirklin and decide on his medical future. As…
Can Dogs Get COVID? Here’s What We Know – NBC Chicago
Can dogs, cats and other pets contract COVID-19? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it’s possible for animals to get COVID from people, but there’s a low…
NYC Park Dog Deaths May be Linked to Rats – NBC New York
The New York City Department of Health is investigating multiple dog deaths that may be linked to a rat-borne disease, and a popular Brooklyn park has been closed while officials…
Lost Dog Reunited With Owner After 5 Years, Separated by 1,000 Miles – NBC New York
It was a reunion five years and 1,000 miles in the making — and one Jen Costa had all but given up on. But it happened on Friday when the…
Not So Ruff Getting COVID Shot When Kids Therapy Dog’s Nearby – NBC 7 San Diego
It has been almost two months since children between the ages of 5 and 11 got COVID disease. Since the process can be a bit overwhelming, especially for the little…
Hollywood Man Who Beat and Stabbed Dog Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison – NBC 6 South Florida
A South Florida man accused of beating a pit bull puppy, stabbing it 50 times and putting it in a suitcase while the dog was clinging to life was sentenced…
FDA Warns People Not to Take Veterinary Drugs to Treat COVID-19 – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
The US Food and Drug Administration urges people to stop using veterinary drugs to treat or prevent COVID-19 after receiving multiple reports of patients admitted to hospital after “self-medication with…
Cat Who Escaped JFK Airport Before Cargo Flight Is Found After 18 Days – NBC New York
A Long Island cat that escaped a cargo carrier at JFK Airport is finally back where it belongs after being missing for over two weeks. Ettore the cat was supposed…
Therapy Dogs Serve as Welcome Distraction for Wildfire Crews – NBC Bay Area
Fireman Kevin Brown was on the front lines for 11 straight days facing the flames of wildfire in southern California. His body was exhausted. His mind faded. Rejuvenation was wanted,…