» "Cats, dogs, and cold weather "

"Always keep your dog on a leash when on snow or ice, especially during a snowstorm -- when dogs can lose their scent and easily become lost. Once you get back indoors, wipe off your dog's paws, legs, and stomach. "

» "For joggers, walkers, and bikers - What to do when you think a dog might attack "

"If you're threatened by an unfamiliar dog, don't scream or yell. Stop moving and keep still. Avoid any sudden movements, and don't make eye contact with the dog. "

» "Home, asthma-free home "NEW!

"Asthma is a serious, sometimes life-threatening chronic respiratory disease. It affects almost 25 million Americans, including roughly seven million children. "

» "Walk a hound, lose a pound "

Walking dogs at a shelter for homeless animals may be one way to jump-start your commitment to physical activity.

» 6 great things you can learn from your pet

"1. Live in the present and celebrate every day. Dogs don't regret the past or worry about the future. For dogs, every day is the best day, every walk is the best walk, and every meal is the best meal. "

» 6 tips to keep your pet safe at Halloween

"Don't feed candy to pets, especially if the candy contains chocolate or xylitol (a common sugar substitute in sugar-free candies and gum). Keep your pets inside or in a fenced backyard. "

» Do you have time for a pet? NEW!

"If you're considering adopting a pet, remember that caring for a four-legged friend requires a time commitment. "

» Environment-friendly pet care

Tips to take care of your pet while thinking about the environment.

» Fido and the 4th

"The Fourth of July can be a festive time, but play it safe when partying with your four-legged pals. "

» Fifi & Fido -- The truth about cats and dogs

A few minutes alone with a pet cat or dog might do more to help your stress level than talking about your troubles with a best friend or spouse.

» Pay less for pet health

It is estimated that Americans spent more than $20 billion a year on health care for their pets. Consider these money-saving tips: Use free services. Some towns and cities provide free rabies shots annually.

» Pet health

"Whenever you give your dog a chew toy or treat, stay with them and watch them carefully. By nature, dogs tend to ""gulp"" things. Some treats can swell up and cause intestinal blockages if pieces that are too big are swallowed whole. "

» Pet therapy

Pets can improve your health. Pets can reduce stress and help prevent loneliness. They can also help lower blood pressure and decrease cholesterol and triglycerides. Pets may even increase life expectancy among people who had heart attacks.

» Pets and people

Regularly check your pets for ticks. Pets can bring ticks in from outside and put you and your family at risk for infection. A tick collar will also help protect your pet.

» Pets and secondhand smoke

"Just like humans, pets that inhale secondhand smoke are at higher risk for certain types of cancer. "

» Portly pets

"According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, some 89 million dogs and cats in this country are overweight. Overweight pets are at risk of developing diseases such as arthritis, diabetes, kidney and heart disease, and high blood pressure. "

» Prevent abuse - Dispose of prescription medications safely

"Protect your family, pets, and the environment by taking these steps to dispose of unused, unneeded, or expired prescription medications. "

» Preventing dog bites

"Always supervise preschool age or younger children around dogs and teach them never to pet a strange dog until they ask the owner. If the owner says OK, then have the child make a fist and let the animal sniff the child's hand before petting. "

» Protect your canine partner

"If Fido is your number one walking buddy, protect his paws by regularly checking for debris, rocks, swelling, or cuts on each toe, nail, or pad. "

» Reading to Rover

"Kids who read to a pet may be able to improve their ability to read aloud and become more relaxed and confident in their reading abilities, recent studies show. "

» Running with Rover NEW!

"Dogs can make great running partners, provided you keep a few things in mind. Ease in to running; pay attention to pavement; leash up; take along plastic waste bats; don't run with older dogs. "

» Traveling with furry friends

"Summer vacation means road trips. If you're planning to bring a pet, here are some tips. Before hitting the road: Make sure pets are welcome where you're going. Pack a kennel to keep animals confined if necessary. "

» Workout partners

"If both you and your dog need to lose a few pounds, try doing it together. "