I do not want to take away something that gives her purpose, but I also did not agree to turn our home into an extension of ...

During this horrible cold spell we are experiencing, I would encourage your readers who love animals to please make an effort to help animals in need. For instance, for those who take care of stray ...

My wife began volunteering at our local animal shelter last year, and at first I thought it was wonderful. She has always ...

A pet is a lifelong commitment, not a spur-of-the-moment gift. Surprising someone with a dog can lead to heartbreak if they’re unprepared. No. 2: Adopt, Don’t Shop Millions of wonderful dogs are ...

Dear Abby: “Missing My Cat in Georgia” (June 20) was told by his Catholic friend that his cat wouldn’t be joining him in the afterlife. I have been an ordained pastor for 27 years. Last summer my cat, ...

This is in response to your answer to “Hurt and Confused,” a victim of domestic violence. While I agree wholeheartedly with every part of your advice, there was a big part missing. One of the ...

Dear Amy: I volunteer at several public venues (including a zoo) where visitors frequently bring a pet that they claim is a service animal. Oftentimes this is clearly a lie. For instance, today a ...