Pittsburgh Shelter Spoils Cats & Dogs With Donated Toys, Treats, And Food
Your generosity has made a huge impact on homeless pets in Pittsburgh. Dogs and cats at Animal Friends have full bellies, toys to play with, and supplies to get them started in their new forever homes. The shelter received much-needed supplies from Greater Good Charities’ GOODS program which have enriched the lives of shelter pets and pets of families that have fallen on hard times. The team shared with us, “All of the donated product we received was distributed through our adoption program and our pet retention program. For our...
Senior Dog Left Behind By Family Needs Someone To Love Who Will Also Share Their Bed
Shelter staff hear all sorts of reasons why people can no longer care for their pets. One of the most heartbreaking situations is when senior dogs are surrendered after spending their whole life with a family. That is what happened to a sweet dog named Brownie. The 7-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier arrived at Humane Society of Broward County after her family moved and didn’t take her with them. She is confused, heartbroken, and trying to adjust to shelter life. A dog would never abandon a member of their family, so they...
Death Shadows Dolphins and Sea Lions as Miami Seaquarium Senior Veterinarian Resigns
The Miami Seaquarium, once a cherished destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts, now finds itself at the heart of a growing controversy. Recent developments have cast a shadow over the institution’s commitment to the welfare of its marine inhabitants, prompting urgent calls for reform. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / PietroMiami Seaquarium’s senior veterinarian resigned recently. Resignations and Revelations In a significant setback, the Seaquarium’s senior veterinarian, Dr. Jessica Comolli, tendered her resignation,...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Kitten fostering engagement, Open Arms Challenge and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. How you can take Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity’s REDI course for just $25In honor of the Open Arms Challenge and their belief in its mission, Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) would like to offer all applicants the opportunity to take the REDI Bronze course for $25 a person. This applies to anyone in your organization! The course is available to you after your Open… Learn More Apply for the Open Arms Challenge by March...
11 Best Dog Urine Removers for Stains & Odors in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
If you have a dog of any age, you know the importance of having the right tools to clean up urine accidents. Urine doesn’t just leave behind an unmistakable, unpleasant smell, but it also can leave unsightly stains and lead to further accidents in the house if not cleaned up properly. Many dogs will urinate in the same place if they are still able to smell the previous urine in that spot, so cleaning dog urine up with the right ingredients is the best way to prevent further incidents in your home. Using our reviews, you can work toward...
11 Best Enzyme Cleaners for Dog Urine in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
Imagine that you’re planning on having some close friends over for dinner tonight. Directly after work, you drive to the grocery store to get the ingredients to make a delicious meal. You open the door to your home, grocery bags in hand, greet your dog, and that is when the smell hits you—dog urine. If this scenario sounds familiar, we feel your frustration! It is not easy to house-train a dog or puppy, especially when you need to leave the house for a few hours. You have done your best to walk them before you head out, or even...
How Much Does It Cost to Spay or Neuter a Dog? 2024 Price Guide
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Spaying or neutering your dog is a big decision because it’s a surgical procedure, which always comes with its own set of risks. Another part of the big decision is the cost of the surgical procedure. Price shopping for spaying or neutering can be beneficial to you, especially if your dog doesn’t have any high-risk medical conditions. For high-risk pets, it’s best to stick with...
10 Facts About the Cheetah and the Threats it Faces
Cheetahs – the swift, spotted slender predators – once had a large range, stretching across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Within the past 50 years, though, their population has seen a sharp drop due to human activities. Their numbers have decreased from 15,000 to an estimated 7,000 in that time, and they’re now only found in about 10% of their former range. They’ve also since gone extinct in more than a dozen countries and are currently listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Today, they’re found...
Receiving Deadly Gifts of Love from Your Pet? Here’s How to Safeguard Your Home
When your beloved pet drags a deceased creature through your door, it’s a stark reminder of their ancestral instincts. This behavior, while alarming, is deeply ingrained in their DNA. Domestication hasn’t fully tamed their predatory drives, a trait that once served essential purposes in the wild and during the early stages of human-animal companionship for hunting and pest control. Photo: PexelsCheck your pet for any injuries or signs of illness if they bring home something dead. Health Risks Associated with Dead Animals The act...
Frannie’s Fight — Golden Retriever Goes From Obese 125 lbs to Agile Adventurer
Frannie, an obese golden retriever, became a beacon of hope and inspiration through her incredible weight loss journey. Initially tipping the scales at 125 pounds, Frannie’s health was in dire straits, barely able to stand or walk due to her excessive weight. Under the care of Annika Bram, a veterinary student at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Frannie embarked on a path to recovery, shedding an impressive 31 pounds through a custom diet and physical therapy, ABC News reports. Photo: TikTok / @franniesfightFrannie once weighed...
