Health Care

Can’t Afford Pet Surgery? These Aspiring UC Davis Veterinarians Will Cut You a Deal

January 19, 2018 | Sammy Caiola

A student training program at UC Davis offers low-cost surgery for pets who live in shelters or whose owners can’t afford it.

For Stressed-Out Pets, Play Mozart Or Jane Austen

December 20, 2017 | Sammy Caiola

Scientists have discovered the types of music dogs and cats enjoy – and it’s pretty different from what their owners are listening to. You can help your pet calm down during the holiday season with specially formulated tunes and audiobooks.

Health Care

Pot For Pets? UC Davis Study Looks Into Safety, Efficacy

November 16, 2017 | Sammy Caiola

There are a lot of cannabis products on the market for pets, but scientists aren't sure exactly what they do.

Environment

Having Trouble Breathing? So Are Your Animals

October 14, 2017 | Sammy Caiola

Whether close to the fire zone or miles away, animals throughout Northern California are at risk for lung damage during fire season.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

Pet Tales: Veterinary Medicine Trends

March 23, 2016

Pet expert Gina Spadafori joins Insight for this month’s Pet Tales to share some of the emerging trends in veterinary medicine.

Piglet Found Wandering San Francisco Streets Gets New Home

March 22, 2016

(AP) - A 10-pound piglet named Janice found wandering the streets of San Francisco earlier this month has a new home.

Pet Tech Offers To Keep Animals Safe, Healthy And Connected

March 2, 2016

(AP) - Technology isn't just for humans anymore. It's also for their furry friends.

State Government

New Law Regulates Pet Insurance Industry

June 29, 2015 | Amy Quinton

California has the largest number of insured dogs and cats in the nation. On July 1, the $750 million pet insurance industry will come under new regulations.