Petside Digest: Hurricane Irene, National Dog Day Headline This Week's News

Are You Prepared for Hurricane Irene?: Petside

Unless you've been living under a rock this weekend, you'd already know that Hurricane Irene, which has already devestated the Carribean, is getting ready to rock the East Coast over the next two days. Are you ready for it?

Petside's got tips on how to prepare you and your pet for a hurricane, and how to be safe this weekend. Be careful, and keep your ears tuned to local stations for updates on the impending storm coming to your area if you're on the East coast!

National Dog Day: Seattle PI

Did you know that today is National Dog Day?

Since 2004, Aug. 26 has been set aside as National Dog Day, a day meant to honor our furry friends promote issues like rescue and adoption. Don't let the wet weather slow you down--be sure to give your pup a hug, and let them know you love them a little bit extra today!

Stem-Cell Therapy To Help Edinboro Cat: Go Erie

According to a report on Go Erie, one cat owner is turning to a fairly new procedure to help their otherwise healthy cat fight arthritis: stem-cell therapy.

Has anyone else had this procedure done on their pet? Let us know in a comment!

New Photos of Bo, White House Dog: White House / Petside

So who does the White House come to when they want to the world to see pictures of their beloved First Dog? Petside.com, of course!

Really though, the White House sent us a slideshow for all to look at of Bo, President Obama's Portuguese Water Dog, looking utterly adorable. Check it out here!

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Kimber

This week's adoptable pet is Kimber, a Chihuahua hailing from New York. He's only six months, and was originally adopted out of the shelter but returned after his family was unable to afford the necessary veterinary care. Give Kimber a second chance!