Before you break out your checkbook or load up your minivan with dog food and kitty litter to donate to your local shelter, it's important to find out what they really need.

Dogs love to munch away on grass, and some even make it part of their daily routine. Fortunately, most experts believe it isn't something to worry about. So why exactly do they gobble up that green stuff in your yard?

Most owners believe that obedience training is best left to the professionals. This is not true, because almost anybody can do it. If you have the confidence and focus to be a "pack leader," all it takes is for you to dedicate your time and attention.

For the average cat, as little as one teaspoon of antifreeze can be lethal. To make matters even worse, antifreeze apparently has a sweet flavor that actually attracts many animals.

Is there a way to arrange things so you can go away without worrying about your fish - or do you need a minder to come around to check and feed the fish every day? A little bit of both, we say.

If you live with a feline companion, you probably already know that they generally make you feel better when you’ve had a bad day. What you might not know is that living with a cat provides a number of positive health benefits for both you and your family.