Pets

For the record, we currently have two dogs, two cats, a hamster, a rabbit and a parakeet in my house, a baby possum somewhere in my shed and a snake under our deck and I haven't slept in 8 years...just thought I'd throw that out there.

Lafayette current has over 50 dog - friendly restaurants that welcome dogs at outdoor tables.

Here's how to keep your pet calm and safe for New Year's celebrations

Some companies have decided to give paid time off when employees adopt a new furry family member.

Tragically, a woman has died after being attacked and mauled by what is being described as a "pack of small, vicious dachshunds". Yes, the small little dogs with tiny legs.

Our cat Piper constantly digs up the mulch in the front of my house. I'm looking for your help to see if you have any tips that can help me get her to stop.

Here are some of our favorite Louisiana inspired names for dogs and cats in the Bayou State!

The cat is not wearing a collar, so there is no tag, and the veterinarian scanned for a chip, but she is lacking one of those, too.

We love our dogs in Louisiana. Just about everyone you know has at least one. Even though the official Louisiana State dog is the Catahoula Cur, it didn't even make the top 10 list of most popular dog breeds in Louisiana. However, these are the pooches that did according to nola.com.

The cat is back, and I really need to find a good home for her! She is so sweet!

British inventor Brian Harper has come up with a very different idea to power street lights. He come up with a bio-gas street light that is powered by, dog poop. And, it seems to work pretty well!

It's cold in Acadiana. We're experiencing the coldest temps we've seen in years. How a pet owner could sleep at night while their pet is outside in 20 degree temperatures is beyond me. The Louisiana SPCA is warning pet owners who do this they "could face felony animal cruelty charges" if and when they get caught.

Pets not claimed by their owners (or a rescue organization) within 4 days will be euthanized.

When Roux was born, she really got started on the wrong, eh foot. You see, Roux, or Sue Roux, was born without any front legs. As a result, she was abandoned. Roux has become a viral sensation thanks to social media. See how awesomely things can turn around?

The kennels in the cat room at Lafayette Animal Control are full. Check out some of these furry friends and see if you can give them a home!

New legislation offers peace of mind for pet owners during disasters.

'They say you're not my baby, but I know it ain't true.'

Did you know there is a very specific Cajun word for people who bring their dogs to Mardi Gras parades?

Our golden retriever Lucy is 8-years-old. Unfortunately she's begun to have have seizures in the past year. My wife Jill was talking to some friends at work about it recently, and someone recommended a simple technique they use to help their dog with seizures. Last night, Lucy started having a seizure so my wife used this technique and it really seemed to help.

When the Cajuns football team plays, the volunteers at Lafayette Animal Control select a canine friend to represent. As the boys in vermilion and white head to San Marcos to take on Texas State Saturday, Binx is the UL Game Dog of the Week! He's a happy terrier looking for a family to love.