Study finds that dogs mirror their behavior with kids| Pet Project

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Many pet owners share a special bond with their furry friends, and a study has found that children and dogs make a very special pairing. Oregon State University published a study that found that dogs synchronize their behavior with children and their adult caregivers. As the animal advocate of Pennsylvania SPCA Carol … Read more

Pet Project: Expensive pet food may not actually be worth it, according to experts

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Do you have to spend more to get the quality food you need for your pet’s health? According to veterinary experts, the answer is not necessarily. As Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains, the higher price of premium pet food brands doesn’t necessarily mean the nutritional value is better. It is … Read more

Pet Project: PSPCA hosting adoption event for long-term shelter dogs

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – While some shelter dogs find their forever homes right away, others may spend weeks, months or even years waiting to be adopted. To help some of its longtime residents find their perfect family, the Pennsylvania SPCA hosts a “Lonely Hearts Club” adoption event. on Monday, February. 19 from noon to 6:30 pm … Read more

Bethlehem City Council, old and new, to meet Tuesday; vote on ‘pet mills’ ordinance due | Lehigh Valley Regional News

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Bethlehem City Council will vote Tuesday on a law that would ban the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits from “pet mills,” while allowing pet stores to work with organizations to rescue to find homes for animals. The Board will actually meet twice. The 2023 board will end its service, and … Read more