Pets

New details have emerged regarding the investigation into three dogs who died shortly after staying at a PetSmart animal boarding facility in Alexandria. News4 has previously reported that prosecutors are not filing any criminal charges against PetSmart employees, but an attorney for the pet owners argued that while the employees may not have been responsible for the deaths, the attorneys…

News4 obtained investigation notes in the death of a dog being boarded at the facility. News4’s Drew Wilder reports.

“Leash reactive” dogs are usually reacting in overexcitement, fear or aggression.

A woman and her dog have been reunited after the pup was stolen at gunpoint in broad daylight Saturday morning. News4’s Mauricio Casillas reports.

A woman and her dog have been reunited after her dog was stolen from her at gunpoint during a walk along Avondale Overlook Drive Saturday morning in Prince George’s County. Yana’s happy as can be to be back in the loving care of her owner Sophia Radich.The two had been inseparable until they were forcibly ripped away from each...

A woman whose dog was stolen in an armed robbery Saturday morning has been reunited with her pet.

A Manassas woman made it her mission to save dogs that may not have been adopted otherwise. News4’s Megan McGrath reports she shares her home with seven rescues.

Pets are members of the family. So when it comes to taking care of yours and giving them the best life, what mistakes should you avoid?

No criminal charges will be filed in the case of three dogs who died during or after they were boarded at the PetSmart Pets Hotel in Potomac Yard, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria said. Northern Virginia Bureau Reporter Drew Wilder reports.

No criminal charges will be filed in the case of three dogs who died during or after they were boarded at the PetSmart Pets Hotel in Potomac Yard, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria said.

What’s in a unique dog name? A whole lot of thought and care — and debate with fellow household members.

To celebrate Clear the Shelters 2024, we are back with a new Pat’s Prized Pets challenge. Here’s how to join.

All through August, NBC4 is helping to Clear the Shelters and find forever homes for our animal friends. To celebrate this year’s campaign, we’re coming back with a new Pat’s Prized Pets challenge. In 2024, we want to see your pet’s gold medal-worthy trick!

Take a look at how to make your pet an emotional support animal.

Prince George’s County is aiming to find homes for hundreds of dogs as the shelters reach critical capacity. Find out more at princegeorgespets4us.com News4’s Megan McGrath reports.

Animal services found five dead dogs at a Virginia property and seized two dozen dogs and cats living in unsafe conditions, officials said. They responded to a complaint about the home in Middleburg. “We received a tip from who had been to a home saying there were some serious and concerning conditions,” Animal Services Director Nina Stively said. “They sent…

Several dead dogs were found at a Loudoun County training and boarding center and dozens more pets were seized. News4’s Darcy Spencer reports authorities are trying to reunite some of the pets with their owners.

Monarrez was 28 and living with her parents in 2015 when Gizmo, then 2 years old, slipped past a faulty gate in the backyard of their home in Las Vegas.

The “Twisters” actor talked about his pup and becoming a dog parent on TODAY.

As much of the world swelters, it’s not just people who need help with the dog days of summer. Pet owners have to consider how to both shield and cool down furry family members as intense heat waves become more common.