Dog Gets Verizon Bill

In what appears to be a mistake, Verizon cell billed a dog for minutes incurred. Trouble is, the dog doesn't have a phone. And besides, if he did, he'd be in the friends and family plan.

Pet-friendly Laws

Where does your state stand on passing legislation benefiting animals? California, New Jersey, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts and Illinois passed many important measures, including prohibiting primates as pets, and protecting animals from antifreeze poisoning. Alaska made an egregious act of cruelty a felony for the first offense. States making the bottom of the list are Alabama, Hawaii, Idaho, Mississippi, Ohio and North and South Dakota.

All You Wanted To Know About Ringworm But Were Afraid To Ask

What happens when an Animal Radio® visitor shows up with 6 dogs, 1 with Ringworm? Panic. Dr. Debbie reveals the ugly truth about this skin disease.

Is Your Dog's Name Buddy?

For the fourth year in a row Buddy was the top dog name. And is your kitty a Lucy? That was number one again, barely beating out Midnight. Petfinder also reveals the top ten celebrity names include Coco, Beyonce, Lady Gaga Oprah, Twiggy, Madonna, Cher, Houdini and Elvis.

Vick Calls Continue

Opinions on Michael Vick's desire to own a dog run ramped. Some of the industry's top experts advocate it while most lay people don't. Stand back as our phones blow-up.