Dogs

New Class Set To Graduate At New Jersey State Police K9 Academy

At the New Jersey State Police Canine Academy, a new class of brave dogs has been training to track down suspects and sniff out drugs – and soon, they will be four-legged officers with badges.

2013/01/29

Nadine Darsanlal with her dog Harvey and her pig Wilbur (credit: Alex Silverman / WCBS 880)

Pig Delivers Therapy To Navy Vet In Queens, Accompanies Dog

Animals of all kinds can do wonders for people recovering from illnesses or injuries, but one of them doesn’t quite blend in on the streets of Queens.

2013/01/14

Nassau County Works To Help Find Homes For Sandy Pets

With pets still in need of a permanent home after superstorm Sandy, Nassau County is putting out a call for help.

2013/01/11

Mobile Couch: Time Running Out For Pets Displaced By Superstorm Sandy

The ASPCA said it’s closing the emergency boarding facility it opened at the Brooklyn location in November, which housed nearly 280 animals. One hundred and nine pets remain.

2013/01/07

Toss That Tinsel! The ASPCA Issues Pet Safety Tips For The Holidays

The ASPCA recommends non-toxic decorations such as wood, fabric or even pine cones.

1010 WINS–2012/12/16

NYC’s 6 Best Dog Runs

New York City is full of great dog walks, runs and parks. City parks have four designations for dogs: no dogs allowed, dogs on leash, off-leash and dog runs.

CBS New York–2012/12/11

Fred and Ginger, West Highland terriers up for adoption. (credit: Animal Care & Control of NYC)

Dogs Found Stuffed In Duffel Bag Up For Adoption

The two pooches were very dehydrated, anemic, emaciated and couldn’t stand. They both had pressure sores and were covered in maggots.

2012/10/30

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Study: Kissing Your Dog Can Transmit Disease

Japanese researches took dental plaque specimens from 66 dogs and 81 people from the families who own them. Several different kinds of bacteria found in more than two thirds of the dogs’ mouths were found in their owners’.

2012/10/23

NEW YORK - OCTOBER 17: Moose, a Leonberger, and Dr. Joe embrace during the second annual 'Meet the Breeds' showcase of cats and dogs at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on October 17, 2010 in New York City. 'Meet the Breeds' is hosted by The American Kennel Club and Cat Fanciers Association, and 160 dog breeds and 41 cat breeds were presented this year. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

American Kennel Club Holds ‘Meet The Breeds’ Event

People searching for the perfect pet headed to the West Side Sunday for the annual Meet the Breeds event.

CBS New York–2012/10/21

The Doggie Treadmill: A New Way For Your Pup To Get Fit

You know we’re big dog people here on The Couch, but even we have trouble finding the time to make sure our four-legged pals get enough exercise.

2012/10/18

Hollywood’s Top Dog, Uggie, Hits The Couch

Uggie was the undisputed star of Oscar-winning film The Artist, and now the pup that stole our hearts on the big screen has come out with a memoir.

2012/10/17

Local Woman Makes Treats For The ‘Foodie’ Dog, Owners Can Eat Them, Too

Ruffikins are unique in the way they are made with human ingredients: Pumpkin, apple, rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ginger, cinnamon, canola oil, eggs.

2012/10/16

(Photo Credit: Central Park Conservancy)

Central Park Conservancy Hosts Tenth Annual My Dog Loves Central Park Country Fair

Central Park goes to the dogs on Saturday as the Central Park Conservancy hosts the 10th annual My Dog Loves Central Park Country Fair.

1010 WINS–2012/10/13

Despite Recent Dog Attack, Village Of Mamaroneck Not Banning Pit Bulls

After a pit bull named Diesel killed a neighbor’s small dog and nipped off a fingertip of that dog’s owner, there were whispers that the village was going outlaw pit bulls.

2012/10/12