Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As a child, Ann Ott sought solace in Tippy, her family's dog, after she was sexually abused. As she worked through the trauma, Ott ...

National Pet Day is April 11, and whether your family has dogs, cats, fish, hamsters or other animals, today is the day to give your pets an extra treat. Officials say most households in the United ...

In an email a few weeks ago, 13-year-old Marta asked me, Are chimps and dogs more sentient than rats and hamsters? Is my dog Harry more sentient than my hamster Millie? Do mammals suffer more than ...

While rescue shelters for dogs and cats can be found in many Oregon cities, there are fewer options for small pets like hamsters, hedgehogs, rats and chinchillas. The Little Critter Crew is working to ...