Experts explain why your pets aren’t likely to transmit COVID-19 – VIDEO
 
Experts explain why your pets aren’t likely to transmit COVID-19 – VIDEO

With recent news of a tiger at the Bronx Zoo testing positive for COVID-19, many have begun to worry whether animals can transmit the virus. According to Karen Terio, chief of the Zoological Pathology Program at the University of Illinois, there’s no need to panic. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Animal Foundation has pigs for adoption – VIDEO
 
Animal Foundation has pigs for adoption – VIDEO

Foster parent for The Animal Foundation, Rachel Levi, shares the need for large animal adoption, especially pigs, outside of her home in Las Vegas on Thursday, March 26, 2020. (Elizabeth Page Brumley/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @Elipagephoto

CES 2020: Pet tech roundup – VIDEO
 
CES 2020: Pet tech roundup – VIDEO

CES gave a glimpse into future gadgets for pet owners, including feeders, training devices and ID tags and trackers. (Bailey Schulz / Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Christmas Pets Social
 
Christmas Pets Social

We received more than 80 photos, most of which depicted your dogs, cats and even guinea pigs dressed in their holiday best.

College of Southern Nevada program training veterinary nurses – VIDEO
 
College of Southern Nevada program training veterinary nurses – VIDEO

Once known as vet techs, students at the College of Southern Nevada are now on a path to becoming veterinary nurses as CSN joins other institutions nationwide in a push to define and expand the profession. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Some of the best dog parks in Las Vegas – VIDEO
 
Some of the best dog parks in Las Vegas – VIDEO

When taking them on walks just isn’t enough, there are plenty of dog parks sprinkled throughout the Las Vegas Valley where dogs can play and owners can get to know the other pet parents in their area. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Cat cafe opens in Las Vegas
 
Cat cafe opens in Las Vegas

Rescued Treasures Cat Cafe, currently Nevada’s only cat caffe, opened Tuesday, August 6, 2019. The cafe allows visitors to have a snack or drink while hanging out with friendly felines. (Mat Luschek / Review-Journal)

It’s Rattlesnake Season
 
It’s Rattlesnake Season

As temperatures start to rise in the Las Vegas area, people are heading outside for various activities. Possibly hiking and maybe with a dog. People and pets aren’t the only creatures coming out of their winter homes – so are snakes. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Things to remember when adopting a rabbit this Easter season
 
Things to remember when adopting a rabbit this Easter season

As Easter and spring time approach, some people may be tempted to adopt a rabbit for the holiday. But like adopting any animal, it is important to be responsible and know what a rabbit requires to be a happy, healthy pet. (Mat Luschek / Review-Journal)

The Animal Foundation Opens New Wing
 
The Animal Foundation Opens New Wing

On Tuesday, The Animal Foundation opened the doors to its new Engelstad Foundation Adoption center. (Mat Luschek/Review-Journal)

Las Vegas votes to ban retail sales of pets
 
Las Vegas votes to ban retail sales of pets

The City Council voted to ban the retail sale of any pets not obtained from animal shelters, nonprofit humane societies or nonprofit animal rescue organizations.