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Heads up: it's raining puppies. According to KSBW-TV, a dog fell from the sky in Los Banos, Calif. and landed at the feet of a 7-year-old boy. <A data-cke-saved-href="http://www.bing.com/videos/browse?mkt=en-us&vid=994a6d66-12d9-43c2-ab2c-a3b271c07a4a&from=shareembed-syndication&src=v5:embed:syndication:&from=dest_en-us" href="http://www.bing.com/videos/browse?mkt=en-us&vid=994a6d66-12d9-43c2-ab2c-a3b271c07a4a&from=shareembed-syndication&src=v5:embed:syndication:&from=dest_en-us" target="_new" title="Puppy falls from the sky and into the arms of a family">Video: Puppy falls from the sky and into the arms of a ...

"Glee's" very own Kurt Hummel recently adopted a senior shelter cat, and yesterday the star gave an update on his new addition while visiting the set of "Live with Kelly!" RELATED: DIY Vintage Suitcase Cat Bed Colfer revealed that Brian, 8, suffers from a distorted body image, and has a penchant for squeezing into places where he doesn't belong, joking, "He's a little bit in denial about his size. He thinks he's very, very small, so I go home and find him stuck in all kinds of things." When guest co-host Jimmy Kimmel asked if he had tried putting the 22 lb. puss on a diet, the star replied, "I did, but he kept breaking into the food." RELATED: Exclusive Cathy Peng Kitty ...

Nothing tugs at our heartstrings like the graying muzzle of a four-legged friend. Those of us fortunate enough to have shared our homes with a senior pet know that, as rewarding as it is to spend those golden years with a beloved cat or dog, it′s not without its challenges -- both for you and your pet. Fortunately, thoughtful pet owners like you can take several steps to help senior pets grow old gracefully and comfortably. But first, you need to know what to expect! Here are a few common issues aging pets face, along with things you can do to make your home a haven for your furry pal. Of course, if you notice any changes in your pet or have concerns, please consult your veterinarian. ...

Today we're tackling childhood allergies to pets -- and whether those allergies can be prevented by early exposure. We touched base with Deborah Pockross, M.D., an allergist and immunologist at Kenilworth Medical Associates in Illinois to get the facts: PETFINDER: How can parents know if their child is developing pet allergies? Dr. Pockross: Parents should look for symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, cough, wheeze or shortness of breath that occur in association with pet exposure or close contact with pets. Sometimes a child will not experience the symptoms around his or her own pet, but will become symptomatic around a new pet or someone else's pet. RELATED: Want to ...

Allergy season is here and I've got the runny nose to prove it. If you're experiencing allergy symptoms for the first time, you may wonder whether your pet has something to do with your sudden sniffles. But your pet may not be to blame. Here are some things to consider: You may have more than one allergy. "It is common to see other types of allergies in an individual with pet allergies," says Deborah Pockross, M.D., an allergist and immunologist at Kenilworth Medical Associates in Illinois. "Common allergens include tree pollen, grass pollen, ragweed pollen, dust mites and mold." If you experience a sudden increase in symptoms, or are experiencing symptoms for the first time, head to your ...