Researchers are conducting tests to see if certain dogs may be able to lend a hand, or rather a paw, in the fight against COVID-19. In a new study including labradors and golden retrievers, dogs were able to pick up the odor produced by people with coronavirus, after 6-8 weeks of training.
We know there are many benefits to having a pet. Studies show animals can help their owners increase their exercise, lower stress and decrease loneliness. Now, clinical trials involving dogs with cancer could improve treatment for humans, too.
The Humane Society says more than 30 million dogs die worldwide each year from human consumption, with a third of those dogs being killed in China.
Your pups won’t have to beg for a bite of your dessert anymore, because Ben and Jerry’s is making dog ice cream. Their frozen “Doggie Desserts” are available in two flavors, featuring peanut butter and swirls or pumpkin and mini cookies.
Nursing homes across the country still aren’t allowing visitors inside their doors because of the pandemic, but these restrictions never said anything about animals.
Police continue searching for a third man wanted in connection to felony animal cruelty.
**** WARNING: Some of the images in this article may be disturbing.**** (Photo: CPD )Animal Cruelty Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Columbia police Department say they have arrested two men for two separate cases of animal cruelty. According to authorities the 41 year old Joseph Harris is accused of not properly taking care of two of his pit-bulls that were…
Dog trainer Antwan Scott from Carolina Heat K9s joins the Good Morning Columbia crew to share at-home tricks for teaching your dog to bark on command.
An animal shelter in Illinois is taking its efforts to make pets feel at home, to a whole new level.
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) – An apartment complex in Fargo, N.D. is instituting a new policy that has some residents barking mad. Meridian Property Management told Valley News Live that it will now require tenants to submit a DNA swab for each dog. They want to be able to track down owners who don’t pick up their dog’s waste….
