Sep 26th 2011 8:00AM
Responding to Japan's love of pets, several architects have established a new, niche trend within their industry: pet-friendly home design. With the world's lowest birthrate -- an estimated 7.3 births for every 1,000 people -- Japan is home to many young couples who choose pets in lieu of children. Additionally, many... Continue Reading »
Aug 11th 2010 11:01AM
When Manhattanite Mandi Pek was moving into her new apartment, she wasn't worried about the packing, or the renovations, or even the time off from work. She was worried most about moving her pet Harley, an 8-year-old Shih Tzu. "I had brought Harley home at 9 weeks old," Pek says. "It was the only home she has ever... Continue Reading »
Jun 24th 2010 12:41PM
A patio for a cat? Yes, that's a "catio." And with apartment space at a premium it may seem strange to dedicate part of it exclusively to your cat. But, if you love cats, you understand why so many owners happily provide the space. The New York Times recently featured these feline-coddling people who share their limited... Continue Reading »
Jun 7th 2010 4:07PM
Did you know that June is Adopt-a-Cat Month? (It's also National Iced Tea, Drive Safe, Turkey Lovers, and Potty Training Awareness Month -- but for now let's solely focus on our furry, four-legged friends.) Although dogs might have a better PR team -- "Man's Best Friend" is hands-down the best motto in the animal kingdom... Continue Reading »
May 11th 2010 11:00AM
Our nation's foreclosure crisis has left an estimated 1 million dogs and cats abandoned, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Many pets lose their homes and human families when owners can't find an apartment that accepts pets. Enter, "Fluffy's Law." Our neighbors to the north in... Continue Reading »
