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Ayesha Curry is giving her social media followers a bump update a few months ahead of her due date. On April 27, the actress, 35, posted several photos on Instagram showing off some highlights from the last few months of her pregnancy. “Random ???? lately,” she captioned the post, which featured snapshots of her relaxing

Sonja Morgan is bidding farewell to her famous New York City townhouse. The Real Housewives of New York City alum, 60, is preparing to auction her well-known Upper East Side townhouse, according to the Modling group listing and Concierge Auctions. The home was featured prominently on RHONY, where viewers saw the socialite giving orders to

Yes, cats do dream. They dream about playing and stalking prey — and all sorts of things! By: Visentico / Sento Most of us have probably seen the YouTube clip of the kitten having a nightmare. The sleeping kit trembles like a little branch in the wind. His mother, curled up next to him, senses

It’s finally Friday, and what better way to celebrate than by scoring major savings at all of your favorite stores? From pre-summer fashion finds to Mother’s Day gifts galore, so many retailers are slashing prices on home, travel, and fashion essentials this weekend. Upgrade your wardrobe by picking up popular celeb-worn styles, like Oprah-approved Spanx

Cats beat the heat by sweating in the strangest of places — their paws. Photo: yoppy Because cats evolved as desert animals, they seem to be able to cope with heat much better than our canine friends. The large, thin ears of a cat provide an important mechanism that allows the blood flowing through the

Jane Fonda is remembering her 82nd birthday — which she spent in jail. At a TIME100 Summit event at New York City’s Frederick P. Rose Hall on Thursday, April 24, the Oscar-winning star, now 86, recalled the “Fire Drill Fridays” climate change protests she helped Greenpeace USA organize in Washington D.C. in 2019.  “For five

One of the classic cat diabetes symptoms is when you notice your cat drinking more water than usual. Photo: pip0ka Many people hear the news their cat is a diabetic, and they think it’s a death sentence. This is not true. Don’t panic. Diabetes is a complex condition, so treatment can seem daunting. But take

When you become a pet sitter, you may be asked to do things beyond the common duties of your job, such as vacuuming and cooking. By: dburka So you’ve decided to become a pet sitter — congratulations! I’m a professional pet sitter and dog walker, which means I’m often caring for several pets within a

In large enough amounts, chocolate is a toxin for cats. We all know (or at least I hope you do) that chocolate is a big no-no for dogs. But can cats eat chocolate? Dogs can — and will — eat almost anything, so it is more of a possibility that they will consume a large

Smells good. What is it? By: anton petukhov/Flickr Do you know the answer for why can’t cats taste sweet things? For years it was known — but not truly understood — that domestic cats, along with other members of the feline species, do not like sweets. Sugar and spice and everything nice? Not so much.

How does a cat brain compare with a human brain? Photo: Tambako the Jaguar/Flickr If you’re wondering how does a cat brain compare with a human brain, know this: There are numerous likenesses between the two, according to studies started more than four decades ago. We often think of “man’s best friend,” dogs, as the

Sure, there are cute puppies to play with when you’re volunteering at an animal shelter — but that’s not all volunteers do. Photo: bravor1x People volunteer with animals for many reasons, but not everyone is ready for the commitment involved. On the surface, volunteering at a shelter may just look like petting kittens and walking

Maker: Blue Ridge BeefCause: Salmonella contamination and Listeria Monocytogenes ContaminationAnnouncement: FDA recall announcement dated December 22, 2023 (archived here), and expanded recall on January 3, 2024 (archived here).What was recalled: N24 1114 to N24 1224 of their 2 lb log of Kitten Grind UPC 8 54298 00101 6; 2lb log of Kitten Mix UPC 8

Maker: Mid America Pet FoodCause: Potential Salmonella contaminationAnnouncement: FDA recall announcement dated November 9, 2023 (archived here), full list of recalled products (archived here) What was recalled on November 9, 2023 For clarity, the lot code can be found on the back of the bag. Wayne Feeds Gold Cat Food, Ranch & Sea Recipe 16lb

Maker: Mid America Pet FoodCause: Potential Salmonella contaminationAnnouncement: FDA recall announcement dated November 9, 2023 (archived here), full list of recalled products (archived here) What was recalled on November 9, 2023 For clarity, the lot code can be found on the back of the bag. Victor Super Premium Cat Food, Hi-Pro Plus Active Cat &

At least 62 brands are part of this Omega-3 supplements recall. See the chart below for the names of the brands. Maker: Stratford Care USA, Inc.Cause: Potentially elevated Vitamin AAnnouncement: FDA recall notice dated March 10, 2023 (archived here)What was recalled: Multiple brands of Omega-3 supplements for cats and dogs with lot numbers “31133 EXP

Aerial view of a controlled burn of chemicals after the Ohio train derailment. (Photo: RJ Bobin/Orlowski Designs LLC) After the Feb. 3, 2023, train derailment, extremely toxic chemicals were released into the environment and air. These chemicals are “silent dangers” that already exist in our environment. They are much more common than most people realize.

Some of these 6.6 lb. bags of Royal Canin cat food were mislabeled. Maker: Royal CaninCause: Product is mislabeled and some bags may contain a different productAnnouncement: FDA Enforcement Report updated Feb. 6, 2023What was recalled: Royal Canin Veterinary Feline Renal Support F dry cat food in 6.6 lb (3 kg) bags with Lot #242B4RCR04,

Maker: TFP NutritionCause: Potential salmonella contaminationAnnouncement: FDA recall notice dated Dec. 16, 2022 (archived here)What was recalled: 16 lb. bags of H-E-B Texas Pets Indoor Complete Dry Cat Food with Production Code “MFG 13 NOV 22” TFP Nutrition has announced a voluntary recall of a batch of its H-E-B Texas Pets Indoor Complete Dry Cat

Training goes a long way when creating a pet-safe garden. Photo: Tambako The Jaguar Spring is here. And now, as the days grow warmer and longer, we will be in the yard more, putting in new plants and caring for the ones we already have. In this 3-part expert guide to how to plant a

The serval cat is a wild animal from Africa. Photo: katrinahockman If you’re familiar with zoology or wild animals, you may have heard of the serval cat. They look similar to a leopard, and you may be surprised to learn that some people have domesticated them and kept them as pets. While there are many admirable

Maker: Various national brandsCause: Presence of rodents at a distribution centerAnnouncement: FDA recall notice dated Feb. 18, 2022 (archived here); full list of stores (archived here)What was recalled: All pet food and treats sold at certain Family Dollar locations in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi and Tennessee Any and all pet food — whether it’s

A great love for pets was a running theme in Betty White’s TV shows. Photo: TV Land Betty White delighted viewers over the years with such characters as the hilariously naive Rose on The Golden Girls and, in later years, as the irascible Elka on Hot in Cleveland. But the role that this amazing actress

The Pure Being Advent Calendars (for both cats and dogs), sold at Aldi stores in the U.S., contain treats that are so hard they may present a choking hazard. Maker: Aldi and Pet Brands Products, LLCCause: Potential choking hazardAnnouncement: Company news release dated Dec. 9, 2021 (archived here); FDA recall notice dated Jan. 4, 2022

Specific batches of Smalls Human-Grade Fresh Cat Food were recalled earlier this year, and all customers have been notified. Maker: True Pet Food Project Inc. (Smalls)Cause: Off odor and colorAnnouncement: Company website announcement dated June 2021 (archived here); FDA Enforcement Report dated June 24, 2021 (archived here); company letter to customers, undated (archived here)What was

Nestlé Purina PetCare has voluntarily recalled a limited amount of Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Tuna Entrée in Sauce Wet Cat Food in 3 oz. cans. Maker: Nestlé Purina PetCareCause: Could potentially contain plastic piecesAnnouncement: Company statement dated July 14, 2021 (archived here)What was recalled: Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Tuna Entrée in Sauce Wet

Maker: Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc.Cause: Potential for salmonellaAnnouncement: FDA alert dated May 20, 2021 (archived here)What was recalled: The following specific lot/sizes of dry cat food: Natural Balance L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food, 5 lb. bags, UPC #2363300233, Lot #1008080 06:42N811202:20, best by March 10, 2022 Natural Balance

No other Meow Mix products are part of this recall, other than the specific 30 lb. bags of dry food listed below. Maker: J.M. Smucker Co.Cause: Potential for salmonellaAnnouncement: News release dated April 9, 2021 (archived here)What was recalled: The following 2 specific lots of dry cat food under the Meow Mix brand: Meow Mix

Maker: Midwestern Pet FoodsCause: Potential for salmonellaAnnouncement: FDA alert dated March 27, 2021 (archived here)What was recalled: The specific packages and date codes of dog and cat food brands listed below. Note that all of the affected products have an “M” near the end of the date code. Full List of Recalled Products Earthborn Holistic:

Lot code information is on the back of the bag in a 3-line code, with the top line in format “EXP 07/09/22/05/L#/B###/HH:MM.” The code must include the “05” after the year. Maker: Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc.Cause: AflatoxinAnnouncement: FDA alert dated Jan. 11, 2021What was recalled: The following specific lots of dry dog and cat food