The Northwest Pets area is under construction.

Come back soon for the following stories
about owning pets in the Pacific Northwest:

Leaving your dog alone (and still having a house to come home to)

The case for spaying and neutering

Dogs, cats, and genetic research

Famous people and their pets

The truth about pet shops

Lots of love: Owning more than one dog puppy mills

Scientific experimentation on pets

Adopting an orphan from the local animal shelter

What is the Humane Society?

What you should know about dogs and the law

When you've lost your furry best friend

Keeping your pet healthy and happy: Basic veterinary care

Therapy animals

Dogs and the disabled

They oughta be in pictures: Photographing your dog or cat

Dogs and cats in literature/tv/the movies

Mutt vs. purebred

How to pick a pup

Doggie IQ

Some unusual names to consider

What really goes on at a dog show

Working dogs and the jobs they do

Agility: Fun for everyone

Doggie fun and games

Book reviews: 4 Paws Up!

What your dog (or cat) wants you to know

Dog basic training

Cat basic training

Some animal associations to consider

Protect your pet: poisonous plants in Northwest gardens

Take a hike! (and take your dog!)


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