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Some customers who paid for pet insurance coverage from Nationwide are trying to settle and seek some action against the insurer for its plan not to renew coverage for about 100,000 pets.The nationwide vet shortage worries pet ownersA recent study shows by 2030, there could be 15,000 fewer veterinarians than are needed to care for the number of pets in the United States.Fox – 32 ChicagoChristie Keith has been paying $600 a month in pet insurance premiums to insure her dogs for years and bumped that up to more than $700 recently to add coverage for her 4-year-old Silkan Windhound,…
Save up to 36% on clothing and accessories.— The recommendations are freely selected by the editors of Examined. Purchases made through the links below may earn us and our publishing partners a commission.Amazon Pet Day is still live tonight, May 3. While some pet parents may be shopping for basic dog fences and cat litter boxes, we know some are looking for a little glitz. Singer, songwriter, actress and author Dolly Parton launched a line of dog clothing and accessories in September 2022 called Doggy Parton. Today, Amazon has up to 36% off these lovely items made with quintessential ‘Dolly’…
Pilots rescue dogs and puppies at risk of euthanasia in TexasPilots with Pilots to the Rescue fly pets at risk of euthanasia, giving them a second chance at life.Claire Hardwick, TMX VideoNearly a million more pets are crowding the nation’s animal shelters and facilities than three years ago, with more dogs than cats euthanized last year for the first time since the beginning a major animal advocacy organization tracked those numbers in 2016.The US shelter and rescue population increased by 900,000 overall since January 2021, and more than 359,000 dogs were euthanized in 2023, marking a five-year high, according to…
Pineapples are rich in several nutrients and antioxidants, such as vitamin C and manganese, according to Healthline. This makes the fruit healthy for humans. But what about your dog?Some “human foods” are considered OK for dogs to eat, including apples and blueberries. While others, like chocolate and grapes, are off limits.It’s hard to keep track of every human food your dog is allowed to eat, especially if they keep asking for bites of what you’re eating. So before you give your dog pineapple, here’s what you need to know.Can dogs eat pineapple?Yes, dogs can eat pineapple. Ripe, raw pineapple can…
Pet food maker Blue Ridge Beef is recalling some of its products for kittens and puppies because they may be contaminated with salmonella and listeria.The Statesville, North Carolina company is recalling certain lots of its Kitten Grind, Kitten Mix, Puppy Mix pet foods after being notified Dec. 15 by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services that it found salmonella and listeria monocytogenes in one lot of each of the products, according to the US Food and Drug Administration.The products were distributed between November 14, 2023 and December 20, 2023 and were sold primarily in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland,…
The Blue Ridge Beef pet food company has expanded its recall due to traces of Salmonella and Listeria found in some of its products, causing potential harm to pets and their owners.The expanded recall includes food for kittens and puppies distributed in 16 states.The Statesville, North Carolina company last month initially recalled the following items:2lb Kitten Grind2lb log of Kitten Mix2lb log of Puppy MixThe company was notified by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services that salmonella and listeria monocytogenes were found in one lot of each of the products, according to the US Food and Drug…
— The recommendations are freely selected by the editors of Examined. Purchases you make through our links may earn us and our publishing partners a commission.Here at Examined, our editors are admittedly obsessed with their pets. From one editor’s favorite cat backpack to another’s top-rated foldable dog crate, we bring you all the best pet products based on what our own furballs like. Through tonight, May 3, Amazon is helping you spoil your pet without the fuss by hosting its own Amazon Pet Day sale. If you want to shop smart, we’ve rounded up all the best pet deals on…
Any dog owner knows the struggle of a dog begging for food. They will make noises, cry and show puppy-dog eyes in hopes of stealing a snack. Sometimes, they don’t even want their own treat but a taste of your food.There are so many different “human foods” out there, it can be hard to keep track of what your pet can, and can’t, eat. Certain foods, like grapes and chocolate, prompt an immediate “no” to the question, “Can my dog eat this?”But what about mangoes? Be sure to read before you feed your pet fruit.Can dogs eat mangoes?Yes, dogs can…
Burger King is about to offer more options to “get something you want” – this time with lots of bacon.Burger King confirmed the release of two new menu items to USA TODAY, with more “big” news coming next week. A limited-time product, a sweet, bacon-heavy twist on the classic Whopper, is available in restaurants starting Jan. 29, while a spicy update to its crispy fish sandwich is slated for next month.News of the new items was eagerly awaited by fans after popular food and snack news account Snackolator posted about the upcoming burger, along with food influencer Markie Devo.Burger King’s…
Milly Kukuczka grew up with her beloved dog Bella. So when the border collie mix died at Christmas last year, the 9-year-old Colorado girl was heartbroken.This year, in honor of Bella, Milly only wanted one thing: When her parents asked her for a Christmas list, she gave them a flyer she made for a pet drive. She wants to collect toys for pet shelters in honor of her late puppy.”It’s been really hard on her for the last year,” Milly’s mom, Ashley Kukuczka, said “So, it’s really cool to see it all come together.”Milly said she decided to do the…