If you’ve ever owned a cat, chances are you’ve been a scratch or cat bite victim. It’s not always a violent affair. Cats love to bite gently when playing or to warn you of something. Sometimes, cats ...

Dear Cathy, Five months ago we adopted a two-year-old year rescue that looks to be a German Pinscher and Dachshund mix. The ...

While most animal bite incidents are reported during the summer months, officials say the risk also increases during colder seasons and holidays, when people spend more time inside with family, guests ...

A family in Perry Township, which doesn’t provide animal control services, says it had to scramble for assistance.

Cats may not feel “hate” the way humans do — but experts say their behavior can clearly signal stress, fear, or emotional discomfort around you.

Starting Jan. 1, 2026, veterinarians will be prohibited from declawing cats unless the procedure is medically needed and ...

Whether you are hiking through national parks, camping near wildlife territory, or simply exploring nature, knowing which animals to avoid staring at could literally save your life. From the predators ...

While any dog has the potential to be vicious, the most dangerous dog breeds are more prone to violent outbursts. That’s not to say that every so-called dangerous dog is a threat, though. Some ‘danger ...