NEW YORK, New York: It's hot. You're wearing a hat, sunglasses and lots of sunscreen. But you've still forgotten something - your pet! Even dogs and cats need protection from the sun.

NEW YORK, New York: So you walk your dog every day? That's great. Now it's time to take the next step - dog running!!

URBANA, Illinois: What do human medicines, insecticides, pet meds, plants, rodenticides, household cleaners, chocolates, chemicals, physical hazards and home improvement products all have in common?

COLUMBIA, Missouri: It's a lovely spring morning in a quiet country town. While the weather is a bit nippy, it's otherwise just right to let the horses out of the barn for some much-needed exercise.

The ranch-hands take bits and bridles and start saddling up the horses. However they can't help but notice that the cinches are a lot tighter this time around. Why? Well, to be blunt, our horses are getting fatter.

NEW YORK: The first drug designed specifically to combat America's army of porky pooches has hit the shelves.

NEUHERBERG, Germany: You may want to keep your baby away from Mr. Whiskers for now.

LONDON, United Kingdom: Dog owners are healthier than cat owners – but owning a cat is better for your wellbeing than nothing at all, according to a new study.

ROCKVILLE, Maryland: Pet owners are living in fear after a third ingredient used to make domestic animal food was found to be contaminated with an industrial chemical.

It is now more than a month since a wave of domestic animal deaths forced the recall of more than 100 brands of dog and cat food containing contaminated wheat gluten.

Pet news stories. Reference articles. Expert columns. Welcome to the new-look Pet Shed!

For years the team at Pet Shed has prided itself on providing our customers with the best-value pet products and levels of customer service they will find.

Well, now we're taking it to a whole new level.