Keep Your Hot Dog Happy and Healthy

Video, anecdotes support notion of interspecies bond

(NEWSER) - Do dogs and whales share a mysterious special bond? Yes, according to Discovery News writer Jennifer Viegas. For proof, she offers the YouTube clip above and some anecdotal evidence from Carrie Newell, who runs Whale Research EcoExcursions. Newell often brings her dog on her whale watching expeditions, and she reports that the quadruped frequently appears to interact with the whales. More»

If vacation isn't vacation without Rover, consider one of these ten pet-friendly towns or your next trip

(NEWSER) - Man's best friend has become a member of the family, so why shouldn't he get a break, too? Make it fun and easy to travel with your pet by visiting one of these hound-hangout towns MSNBC recommends:

1. San Diego, CA
2. Long Beach, CA
3. Carmel, CA

Dogs can read humans like no other animal, researchers say

(NEWSER) - Man's best friend, traditionally viewed by scientists as the drooling, complacent descendant of the noble wolf, are being given a fresh look by behavioral researchers who say their reasoning and ability to read human communication is unprecedented among four-leggers. Studies have suggested that dogs come out of the womb with innate human interaction abilities, Der Spiegel reports. More»

'Molly'? 'Oliver'? The top dog and cat names would fit right in at preschool

(NEWSER) - Stumped about what to name the newest member of the family? The Tribune shares Veterinary Pet Insurance's list of its 450,000 clients' top dog and cat names. Top dog names:

1. Max
2. Molly
3. Buddy

Ten ways to keep the sun from getting you down

(NEWSER) - Everyone needs a little vitamin D, but sunburn (or, worse, heatstroke) is no fun. Protect yourself and your family with these tips from MSNBC:

1. Drink up! Plan on 1 gallon of water per person per day.
2. Smear on the sunblock and slap on a hat.
3. Wear breathable fabrics, like cotton or linen, in light colors.