By LINDA LOMBARDI For The Associated Press Too often, dog training seems like it's all about saying "No." "People have the knee-jerk assumption that they seek training to fix something," says Victoria Schade, author of "Bonding With Your Dog." But if all you think about is stopping bad behavior, you miss the real joy of training: being able to ...

By The Associated Press If Halloween means a costume for your pet, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has some safety tips: A costume should not constrict an animal’s movement or hearing. It should not impede his ability to breathe, bark or meow. Try costumes on a pet before the big event. If your pet ...

(ARA) - It's a big problem whenever people are out and about with their dogs. Some dog walkers don't want to scoop their pooch's poop. But a number of diseases caused by parasites like roundworms can be transferred from pets to people via droppings. Roundworm infections in young children can be very serious. "That's why it's ...

(ARA) - Cats have earned the title of America's favorite pet in part because they outnumber dogs in households across the country, but it could also be because their quirky personalities make life interesting. More often than not, you'll find that your cat's entertaining antics leave you wondering, "What could she possibly be thinking?" You may ...