Bryan Reisberg built a social media following in the millions by carrying his corgi, Maxine, in a backpack. Now, he carries ...

April 30 is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, celebrated annually to raise awareness for the millions of animals waiting in shelters to find their fur-ever homes. The day aims to encourage people to ...

The celebrity rescue dog parents have teamed up with the ASPCA to help rescue pups find homes through social media Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013.

Which is the more ethical course: honoring the system’s ageist rules, or bending those rules in service of compassion?

Whether you're looking for a loyal pal to take on a hike or to catch your favorite Netflix series with, a senior dog may be that perfect plus one. While people oftentimes turn to a puppy to take home, ...

For many animal lovers, adopting a pet from a shelter is the gold standard. It gives the pets another chance at a happy home, and in some cases, can save the animal from euthanasia. In recent years ...