We're spending $700 million on pet costumes in the costliest Halloween ever More U.S. shoppers are buying into Halloween this year, scaring up a new spending record for costumes, decorations, candy and cute outfits for pets. Alina Selyukh Play AudioListen 4 mins
Vaccine hesitancy affects dog-owners, too, with many questioning the rabies shot A survey finds that more than half of dog parents are doubtful about giving their pups the vaccine for rabies — a lethal disease that vaccination brought under control in the U.S. Pien Huang Play AudioListen 5 mins
Are backyard breeders behind the dumping of labradoodle dogs in Bellingham-area woods? The rising demand for specialty dogs like doodles has prompted a boom in backyard breeders. And that is also the reason 21 so-called designer dogs were found abandoned in the woods. Libby Denkmann Play AudioListen 22 mins
8 loving ways to honor a pet's memory: Write an obit, grow a garden, dedicate a day How do you deal with the heartbreak of losing a beloved pet? Our audience shares creative and inspiring ways to process grief — and celebrate the lives of our animal companions. Malaka Gharib Play AudioListen 22 mins
Wouldn't it be great if pets could talk? This might be the next best thing A voiceover artist adds hilarious voices to pet videos submitted by his fans on social media. Barry Gordemer Play AudioListen 3 mins
Study of dogs and their humans seeks to make life better for both It’s a dog’s life, they say. Daniel Promislow is curious about what makes them tick. John O'Brien Play AudioListen 4 mins
Seattle shelters are taking in cats from Maui. Here's how you can help Furry friends from Maui are looking for new homes in Seattle. Katie Campbell
Petting other people's dogs, even briefly, can boost your health You don't even have to own one. Research shows just 5 to 20 minutes interacting with other people's pooches can reduce stress hormones and increase well-being. Maria Godoy
5 tips to keep your pet safe — and comfortable — in extreme heat "If it's hot outside for you, it's most likely even hotter for your pet," one expert tells NPR. Here's how to protect your pet outdoors, keep them engaged inside and respond to signs of heat stroke. Rachel Treisman
Reminder from the city of Seattle: dogs aren't allowed on athletic fields KUOW’s Natalie Newcomb reports Natalie Akane Newcomb Play AudioListen 1 min
