Pets
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Choosing the right pet food
CommentDr. Katy Nelson sat down with Katherine to talk about what you need to think about to keep your pet healthy.
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Resolutions for your pets
CommentDr. Katy Nelson sat down with Natasha to talk about New Year's resolutions for your pet.
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The Pet Show preview - The post-holiday edition
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I'm exhausted after the holidays! All I really want to do is curl up by a warm fire and take a long winter's nap. However, this week, we've got someone to inspire you to get out and do just the opposite!
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Keeping pets safe around your decorations
CommentDoctor Katy Nelson sat down with Natasha to talk about how you can keep your pets safe around all of your festive holiday decorations.
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The holidays are coming, as well as another huge gift giveaway!
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Well, it’s getting closer and closer to the holidays, folks, and I don’t know about you, but I’m getting antsy! This week, we've got a gift basket to give away valued at nearly $600.
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Lindsey Wolko: Car safety for dogs championed by local woman
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In New Jersey, there's a bill on the table that would make it a crime to let your dog ride in the car without a safety harness. One local dog lover has made the cause her life’s passion.
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Why you shouldn't give a pet as a gift
CommentDr. Katy Nelson came on the show to tell us why we should not give pets as presents during the holidays.
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More great products for your pets this holiday season
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A look at the show coming up this weekend and more products for your pets to love this holiday season.
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Keeping your pets safe on Thanksgiving
CommentDr. Katy Nelson chatted with Natasha and Melanie about ways you can keep you pets safe on Turkey Day.
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Boarding your pets during the holidays
CommentDr. Katy Nelson talked to Natasha about the best ways and places to board your pets while you're traveling during the holidays.
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How pets can help your mood
CommentNo matter what, our pets are always there to make us feel better in our time of need. Natasha sat down with Dr. Katy Nelson and attorney, breast cancer survivor, and writer Stef Woods to talk about how pets can effect our mood.
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Pennsylvania couple sells neighbor's lost dog instead of returning it
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Police say a Pennsylvania couple sold a neighbor's lost puppy for $50 rather than return it to its owner.
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D.C. schools may lose classroom pets
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At Myrtilla Miner Elementary School, nearly 40 exotic animals are housed and used as teaching tools. But a city law may force Myrtilla and other D.C. schools to give up classroom pets.
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AvoDerm dog food recall: Pet food recalled over salmonella risk
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Veterinarians are urging pet owners to monitor their dogs after a manufacturer recalled a brand of pet food due to possible salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in California, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, Virginia and Washington.
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Pashti, Northwest D.C. Afghan hound, dies from heat stroke
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The past two days of searing heat and heavy humidity can have effects on every member of your family, including your pets. Wednesday's searing heat claimed the life of at least two dogs in Northwest D.C.
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Ask ABC7 Q&A: Veterinarian Dr. Katy Nelson
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From how to keeping your animal safe during the summer months to greiving the loss of a furry friend, veterinarianDr. Katy Nelson is answering some of your Ask ABC7 questions about pets.
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Maryland pitbull task force to examine court ruling
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Maryland lawmakers want a task force to examine a controversial court ruling on pitbulls, which would hold the owners liable for dog bites.
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Manassas pet food pantry helps owners with cost
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You've heard of food pantries for those struggling to make ends meet. Now there's a pet pantry providing for a new group of clients in the wake of the economic downturn.
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