Philadelphia researchers train dogs to detect "silent killer" canine cancer
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
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There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
Researchers at the Penn Vet Working Dog Center in South Philadelphia are training dogs to help detect hemangiosarcoma, an often deadly form of canine cancer. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Drone video shows the dramatic rescue of a dog that escaped from a car during a pit stop in New Jersey last weekend.
A Delaware County woman was determined to capture the fading memories of her dying furry best friend, Momma Wiggles. It's known as end-of-life pet photography, and over the last decade, the demand for the service has grown exponentially. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.
Police are warning dog owners in Center City after a pit bull believed to belong to a homeless man was linked to multiple pet attacks. Ross DiMattei reports.
The New Leash on Life program aims to help inmates reacclimate into society after serving time behind bars.
The new kind of treatment places radiation directly into cancerous tumors, so there's limited damage to nearby tissue.
With Halloween just days away, Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson is reminding us that while those freaky decorations and creepy costumes may be fun for you, they could be terrifying for your pets. Not to worry, though, Erickson has some tips on how you can best protect your furry friends this spooky season in this week's edition of Pet Project.
Did you know soulmates aren't just for human-to-human relationships? A new study shows that many dog owners actually prefer their own pup's company to that of their fellow human friends. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson breaks down the study's results in this week's edition of Pet Project.
A Delaware County, Pennsylvania, woman was reunited with her dog thanks to a heat-seeking drone and a determined pilot.
They're super cute, but they could come with some health conditions. Here's what you need to know before you adopt a trendy cat with folded ears or a smushed face. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains in this week's edition of Pet Project.
Some Facebook posts on the deputy police department's page are getting a lot of attention. Well, the posts are about lost dogs, but Facebook users are commenting on something else. It all started on Sept. 16 with over 2,000 people who seemed to be more interested in the two officers in the photo than the dog. The department is calling it a flirting frenzy with comments.
Is your dog showing more love to one family member compared to the rest? Well, there's more to winning their affection than just cuddles and treats! Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson has the reason why dogs tend to gravitate toward certain family members over others.
Our pets are smarter than we think! While dogs can't actually read clocks, they can tell what time it is in a number of different ways. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains just how our furry friends are capable of this skill.
Like humans, as dogs age, their hair/fur can turn gray, especially around their muzzles. If the dog is over 5 years old, that's a part of the natural aging process. Premature graying is another thing. This kind of graying can be due to a dog's breed, or other times due to stress. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson has the signs you should look out for and how you can help ease your dog's anxiety.
Since it is National Dog Day, it's a chance to spoil your pup a little more than you normally do. Dunkin' was handing out some treats for dogs at the Schuylkill River Dog Park. Dogs were out enjoying pup cups on their morning walk. Their owners were treated to iced coffee and munchkins. One lucky dog even got free pup cups for a year.
A new survey conducted by the University of Texas at Austin polled the public about which type of pet they preferred and then asked the participants to disclose some of their personality traits. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson reveals what the findings said about these pet parents.
The TSA's Cutest Canine Contest is down to Labrador retrievers, including one named Steeler, a K-9 from Pittsburgh International.
With every school bus that rolls down the street, pets are left behind after a summer of stimulation, often causing pet depression.
Nate Bargatze says he adopted a rescue dog from the Pennsylvania SPCA after they visited him during shows at the Wells Fargo Center.
With all the rain and flooding we've had, mold issues could follow. Doctors say there's a health risk with prolonged exposure.
The Atlantic County Humane Society is asking for the public's help in identifying a person who dumped three dogs over the fence.
An animal-rights activist ran onto the field during a Club World Cup match between Manchester City and Wydad in Philadelphia, urging Morocco to reform its treatment of stray animals.
The unique abilities of specially trained dogs. Experts say they can sense our emotions and they can also smell them too. Stephanie Stahl reports how they're helping one police department respond to mental health incidents.
There are many dogs available to adopt at ACCT Philly, and Executive Director Sarah Barnett introduces you to several you can adopt if you want to help out.
The SS United States called Philly home for nearly 30 years, but preparations are underway to send the ocean liner to her final resting place at the bottom of the ocean.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning residents about scam emails and text messages that claim to come from municipal courts.
A New Jersey barbershop employee is facing charges after allegedly placing cameras in the shop's bathroom, police said.
Right tackle Lane Johnson appears ready to come back for a 14th season with the Philadelphia Eagles.
A South Street fixture who was born in Philadelphia and kept roots here, Isaiah Zagar created hundreds of public mosaics.
Displays about slavery at the President's House in Old City are being reinstalled nearly a month after they were removed by order of the Trump administration.
The SS United States called Philly home for nearly 30 years, but preparations are underway to send the ocean liner to her final resting place at the bottom of the ocean.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning residents about scam emails and text messages that claim to come from municipal courts.
A New Jersey barbershop employee is facing charges after allegedly placing cameras in the shop's bathroom, police said.
Right tackle Lane Johnson appears ready to come back for a 14th season with the Philadelphia Eagles.
The SS United States called Philly home for nearly 30 years, but preparations are underway to send the ocean liner to her final resting place at the bottom of the ocean.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning residents about scam emails and text messages that claim to come from municipal courts.
A South Street fixture who was born in Philadelphia and kept roots here, Isaiah Zagar created hundreds of public mosaics.
Philadelphia City Council has passed a "backyard breeding bill" that will place a three-year suspension on dog breeding by small breeders.
Two men were arrested for allegedly stealing nearly $11,000 worth of merchandise from a Lululemon store in Ardmore in January.
A New Jersey barbershop employee is facing charges after allegedly placing cameras in the shop's bathroom, police said.
Wawa says these four bottled milk products could present a choking hazard and are being recalled as a precaution.
The Diocese of Camden has agreed to a $180-million settlement resolving decades of sex abuse claims made against former priests.
Morey's Piers dismantled the Giant Wheel last fall and sent its center hub to the Navy Yard in Philadelphia to be repaired.
Sick and dying geese at Alcyon Lake in Pitman, New Jersey, had presumed cases of bird flu, officials said in a news release.
Wawa says these four bottled milk products could present a choking hazard and are being recalled as a precaution.
The long-ago first husband of first lady Jill Biden pleaded not guilty to charges that he killed his current wife in Delaware.
A fire that broke out at a wastewater treatment facility in Wilmington, Delaware, is under control after an explosion early Tuesday morning.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
With their fathers in mind, two female therapists founded Black Men Heal to help change the perception about caring for your mental health.
Sick and dying geese at Alcyon Lake in Pitman, New Jersey, had presumed cases of bird flu, officials said in a news release.
A Code Orange alert is in effect Wednesday, Feb. 18, for all of southeastern Pennsylvania due to poor air quality levels around the region.
A nationwide shortage of estrogen patches used for hormone replacement therapy has prompted many women to look for alternatives for treating symptoms of menopause.
Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia is the country's oldest hospital and will become a museum for the nation's 250th birthday in 2026.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
A stretch of Spruce Street in Philadelphia's University City section is closed until further notice because of a water main break.
Police and fire crews are once again responding to the scene of a train fire that broke out Thursday.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened Wednesday night after a canopy over the toll booths collapsed.
Right tackle Lane Johnson appears ready to come back for a 14th season with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Joel Embiid reported soreness in his right shin over the All-Star break and will miss the 76ers' game against Atlanta on Thursday night.
Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated skier of all time, last won a medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang.
The Eagles' main headquarters in South Philadelphia has a new name: the Jefferson Health Training Complex.
Their respective semifinal wins on Monday set up a seventh gold-medal showdown between Team USA and Canada later this week.
Bruce Springsteen is bringing the Land of Hope and Dreams tour to Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on May 8.
J. Cole's "The Fall-Off Tour" will stop at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia in July.
Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The Backyard Breeding Bill would place a three-year suspension on dog breeding across Philadelphia and the transfer of puppies under 7 months.
A series of exhibits and educational materials on the history of slavery that were removed from the President's House Site in Philadelphia are being reinstalled on Thursday. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder reports.
Police sources say law enforcement agencies are conducting a warrant connected with an investigation into retail merchandise thefts out of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
Two Philadelphia men were arrested for allegedly stealing nearly $11,000 worth of merchandise from a Lululemon store in Ardmore earlier this year.
The New Jersey Department of Health just announced a new pilot program that will help more than 1,000 families in the Women, Infants and Children program pay their utility bills. The recipients will primarily be in Camden County.