Human Animal Support Services (HASS) Platform Pets.Findhelp Sees Nearly 200,000 Searches Since July 2023
(AUSTIN, TX) October 15, 2024–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project revolutionizing the animal welfare industry by uniting human and animal welfare, launched the pet support services platform pets.findhelp.com two years ago. A first-of-its-kind search engine, the site connects users in need of free and low-cost pet support services such as veterinary care, food banks or crisis sheltering with local service providers. In the past year alone, pets.findhelp saw more than 195,000 searches–a new record of human...
Buddi — the Streaming Service Dedicated to Family-Friendly Pet Content
Explore buddi, the pet-friendly streaming service offering commercial-free content for animal lovers. Join today and support pets in need! When Layla Kasha’s cat, Hermiz, got sick with kidney disease, she wasn’t sure where to turn for information. Her veterinarian didn’t have the answers she was looking for, and she wished she had the information she needed to make the right choices for her kitty’s health and well-being. Layla had the idea of creating a pet-friendly streaming service where animal lovers of all ages...
Why Does My Dog Smell So Bad? 7 Verified Reasons & Helpful Tips
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead We can think of a thousand and one reasons we love our dogs, but their smell is one aspect that could often use some improvement. Dogs have a habit of developing interesting odors, some from the environment and others due to bodily issues. No matter the cause, an off-putting doggy odor can understandably make you scramble for a solution. While smart habits like monthly baths can prevent many common...
How Dogs Understand Us
Have you ever wondered how your furry friend understands what you’re saying? Let’s dive into some fascinating research that sheds light on how dogs process human speech! The Rhythm of Dog Talk Did you know dogs have their own “speech” rhythm? Scientists have discovered that when our canine companions vocalize, they do so at a slower pace than humans. This means the natural rhythm of dog sounds is different from the way we typically talk. Humans Adapt to Their Canine Listeners Here’s something interesting: when we...
10 Most Popular Vet Apps for Your Pet (2024 Update)
Vet apps are becoming more and more popular and are even starting to become a common resource for the modern dog owner. Many dog owners can benefit from using vet apps because they make pet health care much easier and more convenient. Vet apps can help improve communication between vets and their clients, and they also make tele-triage accessible to a wider audience. If you’re unfamiliar with or new to the world of vet apps, we have everything you need to know about some of the most popular vet apps you can download onto your phone....
Dog Sedation vs. Anesthesia: Vet-Verified Facts & Explanation
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead People recognized the importance of dulling pain and controlling a patient’s reaction to various medical procedures as far back as in the writings of the Greek physician Hippocrates. He lived between 460–375 BC. It’s an amazing feat when you consider that veterinary anesthesia began in 1847. The concept may not be complex, but the way to do it remained elusive until scientists...
The top 5 Community Conversations of all time
Maddie’s Fund® is celebrating 30 years! To commemorate, we are taking a look back at some of the impact that has been made for companions and pets (thanks to you!), as well as looking forward. Today, we’re highlighting the growth and impact of Community Conversations. These 50-minute weekly calls started as a safe space for animal well-being professionals in 2020 during Covid, and officially became “Community Conversations” in 2022. Today, the calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new...
Golden Mountain Doodle Dog Breed: Info, Pictures, Care & Facts
Click Below to Skip Ahead Doodle breeds are a dime a dozen these days (and for good reason, as they tend towards adorable, intelligent, affectionate, and fun), and new Doodle breeds are constantly being created. One Doodle breed you may not yet be familiar with is the Golden Mountain Doodle. This mixed breed pup is high energy, loyal, incredibly smart, and tons of fun to have around. However, before adopting any dog breed, you should know all you can about them to decide whether the breed is right for you. That’s why we’re here to...
13 Vet-Verified Alaskan Malamute Facts That You’ll Love to Learn
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Alaskan Malamutes are some of the most gorgeous canines around, as well as some of the hardest working. This spitz breed is made for heavy-duty work and has incredible endurance. Despite their use as work dogs, they’re more often found as beloved family pets; with their friendly, loyal, and playful temperaments, these dogs make excellent companions! You might think you know everything about the Alaskan Malamute,...
Is Bird of Paradise Poisonous to Dogs? Vet-Verified Info, Signs & Prevention Tips
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead If you’re a dog parent and a plant parent, you know some plants are toxic to canines and shouldn’t be in your home or garden. You might not know all the plants that can harm your pup, though. If you’re a fan of Birds of Paradise, you should be careful about having this lovely flower around your dog. While this plant provides a nice splash of color to any home and is fairly easy to...