2013

Communities make note of where sex offenders live in a given area, but officials with Orange County hope to put together a similar database focused not on sex offenders but on dogs that have been involved in violent incidents. The Los Angeles Times explores Orange County’s proposal in a new article.  A County Supervisor explained… read more

A new article takes a look at the danger posed to public safety by widespread ownership of dangerous snakes, with the author suggesting that the country is reaching a boiling point, especially in Florida, where snakes have begun to spread around the state, causing havoc throughout. The author is the CEO of an organization called… read more

For a long time, the safeguards that citizens of the United States enjoy in terms of food production have not extended to animals.  While the Food and Drug Administration has numerous checks and balances in place in order to protect Americans from the threat of an undeclared allergen, a bacterial contamination, or other types of… read more

Recently, we’ve discussed some of the ways that parents can keep their homes and their children safe from harm in the weeks leading up to Halloween, but one area we haven’t touched yet is animal safety.  Halloween can be a stressful time for dogs, and unfortunately, this can end up having an impact on humans… read more

A lot of attention gets paid to distracted driving in this day and age, and rightfully so.  But although cellphones draw a brunt of the blame for many accidents, pet owners also have to realize the danger that having a pet in the vehicle can pose.  Thankfully, there are steps that can be taken to… read more

New research has been released which points to overwhelming deficiencies associated with harnesses designed to keep pets in place during a car trip.  The Center for Pet Safety recently put seven of these devices to the test, and they came away with disappointing findings.  Only one product was shown to keep a 55 pound crash… read more

As summer gives way to fall, some of the threats posed by severe temperatures are eliminated, though in their stead will be certain risks inherent with autumn weather.  With that in mind, a new report has been put together to help persons keep their pets safe, and they’re important to keep in mind, as many… read more

Earlier this week, a puma was spotted in the Burbank area, and now the police department of that city is offering a series of tips to residents in Southern California in order to help stay safe from mountain lions.  Residents are encouraged to provide supervision anytime a pet or a child is let outside.  So… read more

A new report warns pet owners about the relative lack of security offered by many vehicle pet harnesses on the market.  Even as National Child Passenger Safety Week is observed, it’s important to remember the safety of animals as well, especially considering that a failed harness could have an impact on human occupant safety.  Testing… read more

This week marks something called Watch Out For Wildlife Week, and because of the designation, numerous agencies from across California are attempting to get motorists to be cautious when driving along roads that are typically privy to attempts to cross by animals.  Caltrans, the University of California-Davis’s Road Ecology Center, and the California Department of… read more

A new report focuses on how persons headed to state fairs can prevent the spread of swine flu, and the advice would be applicable anytime one comes into contact with pigs.  First, young children and older adults, as well as certain other susceptible demographics, might think twice before going to areas that are going to… read more

Many dog owners, especially those that don’t have a large yard for their animals to run around, might opt to bring their pet by a local dog park so that he or she can socialize and get needed exercise.  However, not all dogs are ready for such a responsibility.  Some animals are naturally skittish and… read more