Sun, Sep 25 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

An increasing number of four-legged workers enjoy fun, non-traditional roles. When dozens of strays seeking forever homes turned up on the doorstep at the Springfield, Mass. Dakin Pioneer Valley Humane Society, none other than Chip Billingswort… more ›

Mon, Sep 5 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Initiative trains rescued dogs for service work with disabled veterans. NEWPORT, R.I. -- He came within a whisker of being put down, but a dog named Charlie Zino has a new lease on life and a new mission. The 4 ½-year old German Shepherd… more ›

Tue, Aug 23 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

Friday, August 26 marks the 8th annual celebration. Pet parents may spoil their canine companions every day, but in 2004, pet lifestyle expert and author Colleen Paige decided to create one special day dedicated to honoring the role that dogs p… more ›

Thu, Aug 11 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Hardworking Yorkie puts her celebrity to use for good causes. NEWPORT, R.I. ─ She's been cuddled by Barbara Walters, hugged by Betty White, photographed with Oprah and interviewed by Ellen DeGeneres. Katie Couric wrote her… more ›

Mon, Aug 1 | By Lori Mauger, CPDT-KA | 2

What you need to know before choosing a highly intelligent dog breed. Selecting the perfect dog for your lifestyle is challenging enough given the myriad of breed choices and mixtures, not to mention the vast differences in size and appearance … more ›

Mon, Jun 27 | By Maggie Marton | 1

Donations support treatment for canine angel. When his dog Chief fell during a search-and-rescue training exercise, Lieutenant Brian Smithey of Tampa Fire and Rescue didn’t realize he was injured. It wasn’t until later that night, … more ›

Wed, May 25 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Popular canine helps students cope with stress. He’s coming back into library circulation by popular demand. Monty, Yale Law School’s pet therapy dog, will return “sometime in the fall” to the library, where harried students can reserve… more ›