Meet Katie. She's petite, personable and she comes when called. And her owner, Barbara Henderson, loves her like family. "She has all the personality of a dog or a cat and some advantages that dogs ...

Small animals are popular with children and adults for many reasons. They're cute, and easy to handle, which means lots of cuddle opportunities. But not all small pet species enjoy being picked up or ...

Dear Pet Talk: I’m not allowed to have a cat or a dog but my parents will let me have a smaller pet, like a gerbil, hamster, or even a mouse. What do you recommend? Animal Lover Dear Animal Lover: ...

When Abby Chronister started college six years ago, she found herself struggling with anxiety and depression. After class, she often retreated to her bed. That’s when she adopted her first two rats, ...

She’s got a soft spot for vermin. A so-called extreme rodent fanatic has gone viral after bathing her 50 rat “babies” in her kitchen sink. Michele Raybon, 51, of Palmdale, California, hasn’t stopped ...

SUMMIT COUNTY – For all the delights of owning a dog in the High Country, pooches have their drawbacks as well.Many locals who have lived in Summit County for several years – and in as many houses – ...

A video of a puppy meeting his owner's pet rat for the first time has racked up over 40 million views on Instagram. The heartwarming clip shared to @twogreek_dogs shows Kronos, the pit bull puppy, ...

Baby Dee, a former pet rat of Hilary Price. Many of the rats Price cares for come from rescue shelters. (Courtesy of Hilary Price) (Courtesy of Hilary Price) *Correction appended. Mr. Hissnpoof’s ...