by Dr. Chad Dodd, Veterinarian We’ve always thought our dogs age seven years for every one of ours, but new research shows that puppies age much faster than humans, so that ratio is wrong. According…
by Steve Euvino A long-time dream has become a reality with the opening of the Joan Hildebrand Adoption Center at the Independent Cat Society in Westville. An open house will be held the weekend of…
The Independent Cat Society has a whole new batch of Sweethearts for 2019. Eight cats have started campaigning and working to earn votes to win the title of ICS Sweetheart of the Year. The public…
Studies have shown that having a pet can help increase fitness levels, relieve stress, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and boost overall happiness and wellbeing. Pets also provide social support, which is an important…
Abbey Johnson’s passion for animals has steered her to assist the less fortunate dogs in her community at Lakeshore PAWS. Spending nearly 30 hours a week, Johnson spends her time aiding dogs who truly need…
On Saturday, March 3, the Independent Cat Society (ICS) invites cat lovers and all around animal lovers to come join them at the Valparaiso Moose Lodge for a fun filled day of food and games…
The recent canine influenza outbreak that affected Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana earlier this year has worried many pet owners. While this virus is contagious, you can lower your pet’s risk of illness by understanding how…
Dog racing sounds like a pastime from … the past, but unfortunately there are still commercial tracks where greyhounds are forced to race for gambling purposes in seven states within the U.S. These states are…
I’ve been in veterinary medicine since the early 1970s. I am incredulous the changes I have personally witnessed in the span of one career. The evolution of many veterinary and human maladies has been fascinating. …
Roughly 7.6 million animals enter community shelters throughout the U.S. every year, according to the ASPCA. Of which, it is estimated that 31 percent of dogs are euthanized, as are 41 percent of cats. And…
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