Michael Vick was released from federal prison recently after serving time for his role in running a dog fighting ring. His new role—campaigning to end dog fights—unleashed a torrent of public skepticism. He did the time, so should he be forgiven?... Read full article

Sir Lancelot was a yellow Lab that loved bagels, pillows, and shoes. His death last year from skin cancer devastated his owners, who later turned his DNA over to a company that clones pets. When the new clone arrived, so did the criticism. Is paying $155,000 to clone a dead pet responsible, irresponsible, or something else altogether?... Read full article

Harry Truman said, “If you want a friend, get a dog.” But if you only want a temporary friend, should you rent a dog? One company is now making a business of renting pooches by the day or hour. In response, critics are howling fowl over what they say is the unacceptable promotion of dogs as accessories.... Read full article

Fido has a new medicine chest, and it includes medications that were originally developed for humans. Prescription drugs can now treat canine obesity and depression. But those break-throughs have left some people wondering if pets are mimicking their owners’ behavioral and lifestyle problems, and if the drugs might be more for the convenience of owners than for the heath of their pets.... Read full article

How much is that doggy in the window? The one with the waggley tail may seem like a bargain these days compared to the dog with the $3,000 pacemaker. Or the cat with the $8,000 kidney transplant. Or the pet chicken undergoing radiation therapy after cancer surgery.... Read full article