Self-Proclaimed Dog Person Takes in Cat Whose Owner Died
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! Cleocatra officially became mine almost a year and half after I met her. When her owner died, the family couldn’t keep her, and my friend’s family, who didn’t really want her, took her in. When I told them I thought she was gorgeous, they begged me to take her. I couldn’t because of living situations. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PETER KRAAYVANGER However, eight months...
Coughing, Sneezing Kitten with Bubbles Coming Out of Her Nose Wins Over Potential Adopters
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! After moving in together, my boyfriend and I immediately started thinking about adopting a cat. I looked online at many shelters in the Boston area. One day, I finished work early and I just had this feeling: I needed to go look for a cat right meow! I went to the only shelter that was nearby, downtown. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / José Paulo Vasconcelos When I walked in, I was...
Wildlife Heroes Use Cunning Disguise to Save Orphaned Kit from the Brink
In a unique wildlife rescue operation, staff at the Richmond Wildlife Center in Virginia have turned to an unusual method to ensure the health and future independence of an orphaned red fox kit. By donning a fox mask while interacting with the kit, they aim to prevent the young animal from becoming overly familiar with humans. The decision to use a fox mask stems from the critical need to avoid imprinting or habituation to humans, which can severely impact an animal’s ability to survive in the wild, Business Insider reports. This...
Can Dogs Eat Peanut Butter? Is It Good For Them? Vet-Reviewed Health Facts
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 are a dog owner, you are probably aware of how often peanut butter is recommended for dogs to eat. Many dogs find the taste of peanut butter irresistible, so it has multiple uses aside from being a tasty treat. Since peanut butter has become so popular for dogs to eat, you probably can’t help but wonder if it is good for them. Surely something so highly recommended can’t be bad...
Meet Shelter Pets Who Are Ready For Their Luck To Change On This Month’s Flight to Freedom
The luck of over 40 shelter pets at overcrowded shelters in Alabama and Louisiana is about to change. Many of the dogs and cats arrived as strays or were surrendered by their owners who could no longer care for them. For countless days they have been patiently waiting for someone to pick them. Sadly, animal shelters across the country are seeing an increase in animal intakes and a decrease in adopters. Dogs and cats are spending more time in shelters, and some are at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space and loving homes. That is why we...
Labernard (St Bernard Lab Mixed Dog Breed) Info, Pictures, Care & More
Click Below to Skip Ahead A Labernard is a Labrador Retriever mixed with a St. Bernard. Some people call this designer breed a Bernador, but that can get a little tricky since the term can also refer to a Labrador that’s mixed with a Bernese Mountain Dog. Since St. Bernards and Labrador Retrievers are both friendly, family-oriented dogs, you can expect this mix to be terrific with children, low-key, and ready to call you their new best friend. Breed Overview Height: 21–30 inches Weight: 55–180 pounds Lifespan: 8–14...
7 Ways You’re Contributing to Your Dog’s Behavioral Issues
Are you unintentionally making your dog’s behavioral challenges worse? From inconsistent rules to involuntary reinforcement of bad habits, this article looks at the seven everyday actions that hinder a dog’s positive behavioral progress. Understanding the ways you might inadvertently contribute to your dog’s behavioral issues is essential for raising a well-adjusted canine companion. By embracing a consistent training practice, prioritizing socialization and mental stimulation, recognizing the influence of health and...
Benadryl for Dogs – Is It Safe?
There’s nothing quite like sad puppy eyes to tug at the heartstrings. Said puppy eyes cause even more stress if they are caused by something more than just desire for that piece of cheese you’re munching on! Our furry friends are everything to us, and when they clearly aren’t feeling their best, it’s natural to want to help them feel better fast. But what if the doggie medicine cabinet is bare, and all you have is that bottle of Benadryl you keep for allergies? Is there a safe Benadryl dosage for dogs? Or should you...
Fatal Flaws in DNA Tests Risks Pet Lives in an Unregulated Industry
Prompting an investigation that has both baffled and concerned the public, pet DNA testing company DNA My Dog mistakenly identified human DNA samples as belonging to various dog breeds, and doubled down on the claim when confronted with the facts. This incident has raised questions about the reliability of pet DNA testing services and the science behind them. Photo: PexelsPet DNA testing lacks rigorous standards that other animal services are subject to. Concerning DNA Test Results The sequence of events began when Christina Hager, a reporter...
Register now for My Dog Is My Home’s Co-Sheltering Conference
Maddie’s Fund® is a proud sponsor of My Dog Is My Home’s Co-Sheltering Conference 2024: Together We Thrive. Taking place virtually from March 26-28, this year’s conference aims to create a space where advocates, providers, policy makers, and people with lived experience can work hand in hand to redefine the landscape of care and transform pathways to housing for people and animals together. You can view the lineup of over 50 speakers. Register today and be a part of the powerful movement driving systemic shifts to...
