1293. Our Pets Can Suffer From The Same Mental Diseases As Humans.

Our Pets Can Get Dementia
Dr. Jennifer Bolser confirms that our dogs and
cats do indeed suffer from the same mental disabilities that
humans do. From depression to OCD, some of the same medicines we
use are also valid for our companion animals.
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Connecting With Your Pet
Technology changes the way we live, usually for the better.
Dave Clark created a device that allows you to
connect with your pet while you're away using a smartphone. This
new gadget has raised nearly $80,000 on IndieGoGo, partly because
of its ability to dispense treats to your dog with a press of a
button on your phone.
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Didn't See That Bite Coming
A new dangerous Internet video fad is becoming more popular. The
scenario is often a baby or child playing with a dangerous or
aggressive dog. Dogtime's Nina Stively explains
how the urge to create a viral video can put our children in
harm's way.
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Possible Jail Time for Stealing A Cat
A New York woman is potentially facing jail time after refusing a
plea deal for stealing a cat. Nancy Glassman
admits to taking a cat named Cosmo from a bagel shop and driving
it to a local animal shelter. She believed the resident cat was
being abused because of sores on its ears and its scruffy-looking
fur. She was later arrested and charged with burglary.
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Recalled Treats Back On Shelves
Dog treats linked to hundreds of animal deaths and thousands of
illnesses are returning to store shelves soon. The treats will be
sold again despite having no firm evidence of what caused the
deaths and sicknesses.
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