Air Pollution

Visible injuries such as burns and scrapes are not the only health concerns for a pet involved in a fire. Though not obvious to the eye, exposure to smoke can cause serious consequences, according to Dr. Efa Llewellyn, one of the board-certified emergency and critical...

The early dogs roaming the planet about millions of years ago, probably had to face many natural dangers. But they didn't have to watch out for cars or cope with the host of environmental toxins, such as air pollution and radiation, that face 21st-century Dog. Many...

Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine advises animal owners that wildfire smoke warnings apply to animals, too. “Advisories that caution people to avoid heavy work or exercise outdoors and to remain indoors as much as possible should also pertain to our pets,” said Raelynn Farnsworth,...

If you live in Southern California, or ever turn on or read the news anywhere else in the country, you are probably familiar with the wildfires that are raging right now in Los Angeles County. You might even be familiar with the fact that even...

Tiny boots, sweaters, and even tutu skirts for dogs are already popular among China’s animal lovers, but next winter might see the rise of a new fashion accessory that’s not just fancy, but also good for dogs’ health: snout masks to protect man’s best friend...

All Indian residents in major urban areas, including all their furry pet friends, are facing the brunt of the dense blanket of smog that has engulfed Delhi and its neighboring cities. Pet owners, especially those of dogs and cats, complained that the animals are having difficulty...

Does air pollution affect a dog's health? The answer is an emphatic "Yes!" Just as humans even pets and other animals are facing a tremendous danger to their existence due to the offensive air quality that is only deteriorating by every passing day. It is...