Fri, Apr 1 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 4

Find out who's really in charge around your house. Many cat owners experience this phenomenon, but few are ready to admit that it happens -- their felines have taken control of their households. The signs that cats might be … more ›

By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 11

A table scrap here, a little taste there -- when indulging our pets, the temptation to slip them tiny treats of our food can be strong. But certain human foods can be dangerous to pets, so keep your animals safe and healthy by avoiding these risky tr… more ›

Thu, Jul 22 | By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | 16

Story originally published July 2010 on www.tonic.com/article/kittie-paddling-saves-paralyzed-cat A NYC feline regains the use of her paw through hydrotherapy. Cats aren't supposed to like water, but don't tell that to Nazzaning, a 6-year… more ›

Sat, Jul 17 | By Lindsay Goldwert | 12

Adding a four-legged family member this summer? Check out Zootoo’s tips for making a new pet feel right at home. Bringing a new kitten or puppy home is like welcoming a new member of the family. Whether it’s a cat or dog (or somethin… more ›

By Gabrielle Jonas | 50

Though most vegetarians feed their pets meat or fish without flinching, some vegetarians abhor the idea of their animals eating other animals. "A vegetarian diet for your companion animal is ethically consistent with animal rights philos… more ›

By Amy Lieberman | 21

Our pets love exploring the outdoors, and gardens can be especially tempting for curious cats and dogs. So before letting them play in the yard, make sure that your lawn care habits are pet-friendly. Fertilizers and insecticides might ke… more ›

Mon, May 24 | By Robin Wallace | 29

During summer, the heat can be dangerous for pets. Even on cooler days, owners should be aware of the risk of heatstroke. Often, on days with mild temperatures, pet owners might be tempted to leave their pet in the car for "just a minute… more ›

Mon, Jun 14 | By Robin Wallace | 23

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reported that, as a precautionary measure, Proctor & Gamble Co. is voluntarily recalling specific lots of its IAMS canned cat food in North America. IAMS ProActive Health canned cat and kitten fo… more ›

Wed, Jun 2 | By Robin Wallace | 22

The “dog days” of summer have arrived, luring pet and owners outside with sunny days and long, cool evenings. From backyard barbeques to vacation travels, pets relish summer fun. So make sure you have all the gadgets to keep your pe… more ›

By Gabrielle Jonas | 36

Which is better for the family pet: dry food, wet food, or a mixture of the two? Pet owners have long struggled with the question, weighing the relative merits of water content, nutrition, dental health, and cost. Many pet owners fear th… more ›

Sat, May 29 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 19

Many of America’s presidents and their families have enjoyed the company of cats while in office. Meet some of the fearless felines who have guarded our Commanders-in-Chief during their time in the White House: Calvin Coolidge (Tiger) … more ›

Thu, May 27 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 22

Now that summer has started, both pets and owners are ready to celebrate the season. But even though animals are eager to play outside in warmer climates, the sunny weather can be dangerous for both cats and dogs. Here are Z… more ›

Sun, Feb 14 | By Jay Speiden | 33

It’s Valentine’s Day and you’re at a swanky restaurant bar in downtown Los Angeles. Your date’s new haircut is extremely handsome and his soulful eyes assure you that he gets you better than anyone on earth. When his entrée comes, he breaks … more ›

Mon, Feb 8 | By Gabrielle Jonas | 48

With an uncanny knack for predicting which patients are reaching their final hours, Oscar, a cat in a Rhode Island nursing facility, is signaling staff to alert family members. The five-year-old tomcat, who has made about 50 corr… more ›

Wed, Dec 30 | By Jay Speiden | 82

Kimberly LuDerus and her boyfriend were enjoying an April spring day after a long winter on the Illinois-Wisconsin border. In and out all day while working in the garden, they had the main door open so that the warm spring air could flow into their … more ›