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Rollins Ford Regional Park Opens Oct. 7

Prince William Parks & Rec. to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Rollins Ford Regional Park.

Halloween Pet Costume Contest

All Ages. October 1–21 Hocus Pocus, we hope you join us for the third annual Manassas City Library Halloween Pet Costume Contest! Email a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume to libmanassascity@pwcgov.org between October …

The ultimate guide to Halloween dog safety: Treats, tricks, and peace of mind

Ollie reports key Halloween safety tips for dogs, including managing door traffic, securing candy, choosing safe costumes, and knowing when to call a vet.

What is the best meat for dogs? Healthiest dog food protein options

Ollie reports on the best meats for dogs, emphasizing high-quality options like chicken, beef, salmon, and turkey for balanced nutrition.

Is fresh dog food safe?

Ollie reports that fresh dog food is safe when made, stored, and served correctly. Proper handling is crucial to prevent contamination and spoilage.

Your dog's microbiome is the secret to good dental health

(BPT) - Your dog's breath may not always smell fresh, but persistent bad breath can be a sign that their oral health could use some extra attention. Just like the gut, the mouth has its own …

How to manage the rising costs of being a pet parent

Current reports on managing rising costs as a pet parent, noting expenses for caring for pets range widely, with recommendations for emergency funds and insurance.

How to keep pets fed and families together this September and beyond

(BPT) - Food insecurity can affect anyone, from seniors living on a fixed income to parents managing increasing grocery costs. And when humans face hunger, their pets often do, too.Nearly 48 million …

Uncover your kibble: 5 things to look for in your dog’s food

K9 Natural reports five key factors to consider when choosing dog food: protein quality, digestibility, ingredients, whole-body health, and avoiding unnecessary fillers.

What ingredients to look for in fresh dog food

Ollie reports that fresh dog food prioritizes real, recognizable ingredients like human-grade meats, vegetables, and healthy fats, ensuring quality and transparency.

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Affordable Cleaning Service Expands to New Headquarters

Affordable Cleaning Services is an independently-owned local business that combines professionalism, responsiveness, and thorough cleaning!

Once Foster Child Becomes Gray Face Acres Rescue Foster Mom

Taylor Garduno Sharpe of Bristow is an avid volunteer, community leader, involved mother, wife and foster doggy-mommy to a senior pit-bull/great Dane mix. Her experience with great foster parents made her a great mom, and now foster-rescue mom.

"Farm-theme" design concept for Rollins Ford Park. (Subject to changes.)

Rollins Ford 'Multi-Use' 'Destination' Park to Feature Farm-Themed Playground

Rollins Ford Park will be a 70-acres park with fields, a large playground, dog park and trails.

A pet-friendly homeless shelter pilot reduced the rate of homelessness among the people it helped in California

A homeless woman in Los Angeles holds her dog after a free veterinary visit in 2024.

A pilot program in Los Angeles reduced the rate of homelessness among homeless people with pets.

Dogs can need more than kibble, walks and love − consider the escalating expenses of their medical care before you adopt

A man holds his 17½-year-old Chihuahua mix, which is receiving end-of-life hospice care.
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The decision to bring a dog into the family should recognize that, like other family members, they will require medical care.

Studies show that dogs help humans cope with stress.

Dogs are helping people regulate stress even more than expected, research shows

A new study finds that dogs’ mitigation of human stress is more biologically complex than scientists previously understood.

Dog talk ... and more

Every dog lover's resource for keeping yourself & your best friend happy, healthy and long living - naturally. Listen in to Dr. Peter Dobias weekly to find out how both you and your furry friend …

Purrr-fectly enjoyable

In these cat podcasts, learn everything there is to know about cats on Cattitude with your hosts Michelle Fern & Tom Dock. In this cat podcast, each week we’ll spotlight a cool cat breed, …

No Bad Dogs Podcast

Hey, there dog folk! Welcome to the No Bad Dogs Podcast, hosted by Tom Davis. Do you often wonder what your dog is thinking? Join Tom as he teams up with dog trainers, dog lovers, dog …