Pets

With temperatures warmer for many days in the month of January, authorities say that there is an increase in tick sightings. Here's what you need to know to keep your family and pets safe.

There is a new kind of pet store that is opening in Wilton Mall this weekend. You will be able to pick out your furry friend but there is a bigger purrrpose for this pet store.

Some local residents at an apartment complex in Niskayuna have already had their dog swabbed for DNA purposes, others downright refuse, and some dog owners feel like they're part of some sort of prank. As many as three local apartment complexes in the area are attempting (or have already started) to enforce a policy that would hold owners accountable for not scooping up after their dogs poop. Fine

As much as I love seeing all the kids dressed up for Halloween when people dress up their pets, it's much more entertaining. This year we decided to dress up our dog, Freddie. Check out the pictures and video of Freddie and his "special delivery".

No matter how many times people are warned not to leave their dogs in their cars during the summer, some pet owners still do it. Now a law has passed that would save the pets' lives.

We all want to have a safe and happy Fourth of July but we should also be aware of the safety and happiness of our pets too. Here are some tips for keeping your furry friend safe throughout the holiday.

Who doesn't love an ice cream treat in the summer? Even our dogs do. But they have a problem digesting our kind of ice cream. Now there's a company that makes ice cream for dogs and it's only available for a limited time at a local grocery chain.

If you have a pet, it breaks your heart to see them sick or in pain. Luckily, Dr Patrick walked me through some common pet illnesses and showed me when I can treat it myself or what my dog needs to see a professional.

I just don't understand how some people can treat animals like this. This local story just made me so angry!

If lawmakers have their way, there may be a ban on certain animals that can be sold at local pet stores including dogs and cats.

Brian's dog Biggie is constantly begging for people food so Brian went and sought out some tips on how to stop the behavior and keep Biggie in good health.

When it comes to eating the Cadbury Cream Egg some love em, others don't.  But one thing we all pretty much agree on:  Cadbury's Easter commercial - featuring the bunny - is pretty darn cute.  This year though, the bunny was told to take a hop and Cadbury is looking for it's newest tv star.  If you think your furry four-legged friend has the cuteness Cabdury is looking for, he or she could be star