Companion Animals

Don't Get Hot Under the Collar

The warmer weather is quickly approaching. It's time for lightweight clothes, more time outdoors, and staying cool. And that goes for our animal companions, too! Read more.

Dogs in Need Hijack Author's Work

This is the heartwarming story of how one family was forever changed by rescuing an injured dog and her six puppies. Read more.

Protect Dogs and Cats in Emergencies

What would happen to your beloved animal companions if a hurricane, fire, tornado, or other natural or human-made disaster were to strike tomorrow?Read more.

The 18 Most Epic Dog Battles of All Time

Dog fighting is ridiculously cruel. Let dogs fight the important battles they face in their daily lives. Read more.

Quiz: Are You Ready to Adopt? (PHOTOS)

If you answer "Yes" to all these questions, then you might be ready for a new furry best friend. Read more.
Companion Animals 101

Animal Birth Control

Homelessness is not just a human problem. U.S. animal shelters take in more than 7 million unwanted dogs and cats every year. 

End Animal Homelessness

Pledge to do your part to help end the companion animal homelessness crisis.

Our animal companions are our best friends, but are we being good friends to them? Earning "best buddy" status in the eyes of your animal companions involves much more than dumping some dry kibble into their bowl and taking them to the veterinarian when they're sick.

It means grabbing an umbrella and taking Rover for his walk on a rainy Saturday morning when you'd rather stay in bed, and it means keeping your "play date" with Whiskers even if you have to postpone your "hot date."

We've got everything you need to do that right here. Read on to learn how to raise the happiest hound and the most contented kitty on the block!