And Don't Forget The Couch Upholstery soaks up allergens, too. A shot of Febreze Allergen Reducer Fabric Spray is said to reduce up to 75 percent of the allergens lurking in sofas, pet beds, curtains and the like. Every time you clean, spray until the surface is damp, then walk away. Don't use it on leather, and test it first on fabrics that may water spot, like silk. It's $4.99 for 27 ounces at major retailers. ...more

August 14, 2008

Pundits in India have a saying: "Those who do good in this life will come back in the next one as a dog in America." They might be on to something. As The New York Times reported this month, the $8 billion estate of the late hotel magnate Leona Helmsley is literally going "to the dogs." ...more

July 20, 2008

Hillsborough County Animal Services, 440 Falkenburg Road, has set up an Animal Angel Tree in its lobby for people to make donations to the shelter. ...more

December 15, 2007

Pets rule at the holidays, especially dogs, and that helps keep many retailers' registers ringing. ...more

November 23, 2007