Can Dogs Get Pregnant When Not in Heat? Our Vet Explains
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Puppies are beautiful little creatures that can bring a smile to your face and melt your heart. Did you know that the average litter is five to six puppies, and some dogs have been known to have more than 20 pups at once?1 That’s a lot of mouths to feed and a lot of work. Not to mention, it is the responsibility to ensure that moms and pups stay healthy and that little ones go to loving...
Interested in recruiting more fosters? Start talking about your program!
How often should your organization be talking about foster if you want to grow your program? The answer might surprise you. “Talk about your foster program all the time,” says Maddie’s Fund® Senior Community Solutions Specialist Kelly Duer. “Informal research on the organizations with the largest foster programs found that they are talking about foster on average in 33% of social media posts. Many of these organizations are posting multiple times each day, so they’re talking about it just about every...
Pit Bull Rescued From Busy Road Turns Non-Pittie Fan Into a ‘Believer’
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! There are no coincidences. Only destiny. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ZOGBIKER68 I would often get into my car and make a 100-mile trip to the country to visit a friend. Usually I’d have dogs in the car, but on this particular day, I didn’t. I went alone. It was a perfect, beautiful June day and I wasn’t in a particular hurry to get home, so I decided to take a different route and...
Animal Empathy Tends to Be Lower in Men, But Pet Ownership Could Change That
When we bring home a new pet, we take on responsibility for their health and happiness. New research shows this sort of responsibility may help men specifically grow their levels of empathy toward animals. A new study published in the journal Animal Welfare looked at how men’s personal interactions with animals shape their empathy toward them. Men were the focus, researchers say, because women are known to have higher levels of animal empathy than men, and this can impact not just animals. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PEXELS Dr. Jessica Oliva,...
Bear Burglar Hank the Tank’s Cubs Released Back Into the Wild
The offspring of a burglarizing bear have been successfully released back into the wild. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) recently shared an update on the three cubs of Hank the Tank, a black bear implicated in roughly 20 home invasions in the Tahoe area last year. The persistent food thief was captured late last summer and, due to the hordes of fans she accumulated, was sent to a wildlife sanctuary in Colorado rather than being put down, as often happens to bears that associate people with food. PHOTO: YOUTUBE /...
Protect Your Pets From the Hidden Dangers of Hot Asphalt
Summer is a season of joy for many, offering long days, vacations, and outdoor fun. However, it also brings hidden dangers, especially for our canine companions. One of the most overlooked threats is hot asphalt, which can severely burn a dog’s paws. As temperatures rise, it’s essential to understand the risks and take necessary precautions. Photo: PexelsHot asphalt can burn a dog’s paws within seconds. Understanding Asphalt Temperatures When the sun beats down, asphalt absorbs and retains heat, becoming significantly hotter...
Kyle Family Finds Safe Haven After Losing Their Home to a Fire
Jun 10, 2024 A Human and Animal Partnership Served As A Beacon of Hope A Kyle family recently faced a devastating house fire, leaving them heartbroken and worried for their beloved pets. But amidst this great loss, a flicker of hope emerged. Thanks to an incredible partnership between The American Red Cross of Central & South Texas and Austin Pets Alive! (APA!), they were able to find comfort and care during a difficult time. The family and their five dogs—Sadie, Dirk, Harlee, Hobbs, and Koda—miraculously made it out unharmed...
Introducing PangoVet: Talk with a Veterinarian Online
Click to Skip Ahead Dogster is excited to announce the launch of our new vet telehealth service, PangoVet! The service is designed to give owners accessible and convenient pet care in their own homes through online video consultations with experienced veterinarians. With PangoVet, the aim is to help transform how owners manage their pets’ health and make professional veterinary care accessible to more people than ever. How Does It Work? The new service offers 20-minute video calls with licensed veterinary experts, with or without their...
Horrific Incident Caught on Camera as Group Pulls Bear Cubs from Tree for Selfies
A disturbing incident at a Buncombe County apartment complex in Asheville, North Carolina, has drawn national attention. A group of people were caught on camera pulling two black bear cubs from a tree to take selfies with them. The act, filmed by a witness, has raised concerns among wildlife officials and conservationists about human interference with wildlife. Photo: PexelsA group in North Carolina pulled black bear cubs from a tree for selfies. Incident Caught on Camera The shocking video shows several people approaching a tree where two...
Penny Ignores Her Reflection: Is She Weird, or Is This Normal?
Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the cutest poochie of them all?” I say as I desperately hold Penny up to a mirror and try to get her to interact with her reflection. I see videos of cats and dogs all the time that interact with their reflection in crazy ways, or at least interact in some way, so I want to see how Penny interacts also. But I can’t get her to even look at herself in the mirror, let alone...
