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If you didn't already know, June is the official "Adopt a Cat" month! That's because, as the spring litters pour in, shelters and rescues everywhere are full to the brim with lovable kitties looking for homes. To help raise awareness and celebrate adopted cats everywhere, Petango and ThePetangoStore.com are hosting the FABULOUS Feline Photo Contest! Whether you have a cat, want a cat, or just want to help cats, anyone can join the fun![...]

While most of you are probably still enjoying the long weekend with friends, animal rescue efforts in Joplin, Missouri have continued over the past two days and today, and we've received some updated results! [...]

If you didn't already know, Petango.com has been heavily involved in the animal rescue and relief efforts over the past week in Joplin, Missouri. After the devastating effects of a massive tornado last weekend, hundreds of lost, traumatized pets have flooded the Joplin Humane Society. In an effort to help hasten the reunion of lost pets with their rightful owners, and bring comfort to survivors, we have established a dedicated page for photos and profiles of pets currently in the care of Joplin Humane society and the nearby temporary shelters. [...]

After the second devastating round of tornadoes in less than a month, Pethealth staff are once again working on the ground and online to assist a local shelter coping with rescue and relief efforts for displaced pets, this time in Joplin, Missouri. Following the worst tornado recorded in the nation in 60 years, the Joplin Humane Society now finds itself in the position of managing a dramatic influx of terrified animals being brought in from the wreckage. [...]

Even as residents of Alabama and the surrounding areas pick up the pieces, another violent storm has torn through Joplin, MO leaving thousands of people and their pets without homes. In an effort to help the Joplin Humane Society manage the overwhelming number of pets in need, Petango has dedicated this page to stray animals brought in from the storm. If you or someone you know has lost a pet in Joplin, Missouri, please check and share these listings, and help us restore a measure of comfort and hope to pet owners in Missouri by reuniting them with their furry friends! [...]

Some of you may have noticed our banner and listing of stray animals taken in by the Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter after the storms in late April. Although we tend to focus on adoptable pets, sometimes unexpected events require that we turn our attention elsewhere and here at Petango, we're in a unique position to help! [...]

According to State Farm's national annual claims report, California has the most dog bite claims in the United States. Following California are Illinois, Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, New York, and Indiana. Although most of our pets would never intentionally hurt someone, every dog, big and small, has the potential to bite. However, dog bites are highly preventable with proper education and care. The Center for Disease Control & Prevention provides various tips on how to stay safe around dogs - let's take a look at some. [...]

Find the Mystery Pet on Petango.com and help feed homeless pets--and your own! [...]

Find the Mystery Pet on Petango.com and help feed homeless pets - and your own! [...]

Certain grooming tips apply to a variety of dog breeds, but most dogs have certain specific issues requiring more attention than others. The Maltese is a small, spirited breed first developed in Italy. They make great pets for mature and senior pet owners, people with allergies, and city-dwellers as they are happily active within a house, and actually prefer enclosed spaces. However, part of being a good dog owner is making sure that your dog is well groomed, and Maltese dogs require a little bit of extra care in that department. Proper grooming is not only important for aesthetic reasons; a well groomed clean coat is an important aspect of your dog's xxxxxxxxxxxxx [...]

Find the Mystery Pet on Petango.com and help feed homeless pets - and your own! [...]

Do you know how to identify fleas? Do you know how to effectively check your pet for them? It's not surprising that many people don't and up until two years ago, I was one of those people.[...]

Following the chaos wrought by the violent storms in Tuscaloosa County, hundreds of lost pets have emerged from the wreckage seeking shelter and familiar faces. In an effort to help animal welfare groups like Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter manage the overwhelming number of pets in need, Petango has dedicated this page to stray animals brought in from the storms. If you or someone you know has lost a pet in Tuscaloosa County, please check and share these listings, and help us restore a measure of comfort and hope to pet owners in Alabama by reuniting them with their furry friends! [...]

Taking your dog to social gatherings such as the dog park, obedience classes, or doggie daycares can be fun for both you and your dog. Allowing your pet to go outside is very important for exercise and socialization. This is especially true for young puppies aged six to fourteen weeks old because they need exposure to other dogs, people, and environments to promote good social skills. Without this, puppies may develop behavioral problems, such as aggression. [...]

As a kid, the first warm breeze heralding spring also marked the weekend Mom would roll up her sleeves and take to the house like fury with a personal vendetta against dust.  It was the weekend my sister and all our animals geared up, cleared out, and spent a muddy day outside.   Our various pocket pets (in their appropriate enclosures), followed by two house-bound felines (harnessed, leashed, and objecting with fur-flying fervor) and one delighted Irish wolfhound would take to the backyard while Mom went to task on a winter’s worth of dirt, stale air, and expendables. [...]

During my last year of school studying abroad I spent a lot of time on Craigslist.  It’s where I got my furniture, my books, a lamp, some binders, a mattress, a mover…  On a student’s budget, Craigslist is a goldmine; a vast, virtual garage sale where quality is questionable but the price is right.  It’s a place for penny pinchers, bargain hunters, travelers, artistes, new-to-the-city students, back-to-the-city students, and regular working folk looking to save a buck or make a buck.  It’s great for old fashioned people like me who prefer to buy things from people but enjoy the convenience of finding them online.  It’s great for just about anyone—and therein lays the problem. [...]

No dog owner likes to think about putting a muzzle on their dog but depending on the type of dog you own and where you live, using a dog muzzle may be a necessary part of your pet-owning life.  Breed specific legislation (or “BSL”) in a number of provinces and states across North America mandates certain breeds, or dogs bearing the appearance of a banned breed, are required to wear a muzzle when off private property or out of a secured pen.  BSL aside, individual dogs known to act in a threatening manner toward strangers or other animals can greatly benefit from wearing a muzzle, and with careful selection and appropriate training, it doesn’t have to be the distasteful experience most pet owners associate with dog muzzles. [...]

There are dozens of great reasons to spay or neuter your pet, yet many pet owners are unaware of the consequences of not spaying or neutering until it is too late.  If you are thinking about pet adoption, or are already a new pet owner, here is some key information you should know about the benefits of spaying or neutering, and the dangers of waiting. [...]