Sat, Nov 24 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 2

Rescue group helps horses in peril reach peaceful retirement at last. In the 1990s, a bay thoroughbred named Stella Artois raced at tracks up and down the East Coast. Her stable mate, a black thoroughbred named Samuel Adams, ran one rac… more ›

Thu, Nov 15 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Initiative encourages individuals to fight animal cruelty. With Thanksgiving Day coming soon, actress Shannon Elizabeth is inviting Americans to include a gesture about kindness to animals in their celebration by "adopting a turkey," ins… more ›

Mon, Nov 12 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

Annual event highlights older pets in need of forever homes. Throughout the month of November, rescue organizations and shelters from coast to coast are encouraging individuals to consider older pets when adding a new four-legged family member.… more ›

Thu, Nov 1 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

How you can assist shelters in need following the superstorm. After Hurricane Sandy tore through the East Coast, many shelters from Virginia to Canada were left in need of resources and help due to damage sustained during the superstorm… more ›

Tue, Oct 23 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Initiative seeks to change reputation of misunderstood breed. Pit bulls once enjoyed a reputation as trusted family pets before the media gave the entire breed a black eye. "No type of dog is more misunderstood, mistreated,… more ›

Sun, Oct 21 | By Maggie Marton | 1

Simple -- and free -- methods of helping to promote pet rescue. People who love animals love supporting animal causes. But providing financial support isn't always easy -- or the most effective way to help a shelter or rescue. more ›

Sat, Oct 13 | By Amy Lieberman | 5

Dogs With No Names program attempts to control stray population. Judith Samson-French, a veterinarian of the Banded Peak Veterinary Hospital picked up on a mysterious trend not long after she opened the clinic in 1999 in Calgary, in the Alberta… more ›

Sun, Oct 7 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

Five easy ways to promote pet adoption throughout October. When individuals give a loving forever home to a furry companion, every day is a cause for celebrating pet adoption. And this month, the ASPCA and other rescue organizations are increas… more ›

Thu, Oct 4 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Contest boosts adoption rates from coast to coast. Lloyd, the Labrador retriever mix, came up aces on Day One of the ASPCA/Rachael Ray $100K Challenge. He found a new home. He also helped his human friends at the Santa Fe Animal Shelter … more ›

Mon, Sep 17 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 5

Simple ways to help spotlight special animals in need of homes. Here at Zootoo, we believe that all adoptable pets are special. But some animals in need of forever homes are extra special, with qualities that make them seem "less adoptable" tha… more ›

Wed, Sep 12 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

Inspiring book for all ages launches in hardcover. Already a hit online with animal lovers of all ages, children's book 'Mimi and Maty to the Rescue!: Book 1: Roger the Rat is on the Loose!' will now reach an even wider audience with its… more ›

Thu, Aug 2 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

Global initiative promotes service canines. For dog owners, every four-legged friend provides limitless help in the form of comfort, companionship, and fun. But certain canines go above and beyond this bond to provide assistance to their… more ›

Wed, Jul 18 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Creative campaigns use social media to raise awareness. George, the cat, beat the odds. He made it out of the shelter and found a new home with Dan Harris, weekend anchorman at Good Morning America. Practically, that also me… more ›

Sun, Jul 15 | By Amy Lieberman | 1

Photographer Seth Casteel gives back to animals through pictures. There's an indescribable it factor to Seth Casteel's photographs of dogs underwater -- swimming, playing, blowing bubbles -- that made the shots go viral earlier this year… more ›

Wed, Jul 11 | By Amy Lieberman

My Dog is Cool Campaign encourages pet lovers to step up advocacy. On a hot summer day in 2007, Brattleboro, Vermont resident Barry Adams saw a dog, visibly in distress, alone inside a locked car. He called animal control, and an office… more ›