Tui Na Helps Prevent Spring Injuries in Active Dogs
Most dogs are less active during the winter months. Find out how Tui na can help prevent early season injuries as your canine “springs into action” again. Spring is in the air and your dog knows it. She wants to run, play, and frolic. It fun to see her feeling so exuberant — but is she really ready to “spring into action” after being a couch potato all winter? This is exactly when injuries often happen. Let’s look at why, and learn how the ancient Chinese technique of acupressure-massage — also known...
Sick Shelter Cat – Hours Away From Euthanasia – Is Now Living Her Best Life In Los Angeles, Thanks To Doting Mom
Special needs pets are often overlooked at shelters, especially feral cats. They are ready to love someone unconditionally and just want the same in return. While they may require special medications or extra care, they all deserve a chance to find a loving home. In 2017, a female cat was found on the streets of LA in horrible shape. She was brought to the South LA Animal Shelter and placed in the feral cat room. She was hours away from being euthanized when a woman walked up to her kennel with tears in her eyes and reached out a loving hand....
Successfully reuniting lost cats with owners, paper collars and more in this Community Cats Podcast episode
Want to learn about the program that has a feline reclaim rate eight times the national average? Listen to the Community Cats Podcast episode, “How to Reunite Pets and Owners with Corinne Bourgoin, Operations Coordinator, MSPCA Boston Adoption Center.” In Corinne’s discussion with host Stacy LeBaron, she explains how the MSPCA reunites lost pets with their owners. She details what goes on behind the scenes once a stray cat is brought in. She also stresses that in order to have a successful program, there needs to be an...
Feral Cat Comes Out of Her Shell When She Falls in Love with Foster Family’s Cat
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Amy was a feral that I fostered for Stray Rescue during the pandemic shut down. CATS. PHOTO: PIXABAY / MARCSI365 She’s a beautiful fluffy grey girl that should’ve never been living on the streets. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY She started out in a cat condo, until she felt comfortable enough to be out in...
Rescue Dog Takes Care of Her Human As She Recovers From Fall
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! I had fallen the day after Christmas. I broke my left collarbone and right foot and was quite immobile. PHOTO: VIRGINIA FARBO I live by myself and am a senior citizen who didn’t have anyone to help me. My adorable little 6-month-old beagle decided that she would take on the duty of being my nurse so I could...
Paralyzed Dog Stuck In Sewage Drain Gets A Second Chance At Life
Working in animal rescue can be heartbreaking. You never know what kind of tough situations you’re going to encounter. Despite that, it’s incredibly rewarding work. When a dog goes from being near lifeless to thriving, all the pain and work from the job becomes worth it. When rescuers with Animal Aid Unlimited in India received a call about a dog lying in a sewage drain, they knew they had to act fast. Photo: YouTube/Animal Aid Unlimited, India They shared about the rescue on YouTube, saying that they found the dog “forlorn...
Signs Your Bengal Cat Has A Neurological Disorder
As cat owners, we do the best to care for our furry felines and give them the best lives possible. This includes ensuring they have proper food, housing and medical care. Sometimes, a cat might present with symptoms that can be worrying or even point to a neurological disorder. Photo: Pexels/Helena Jankovičová Kováčová According to Pet Helpful, Dr. Mark dos Anjos stepped in to answer a question from a Bengal cat owner named Myrna. Myrna said: “My Bengal cat is falling over when he walks as though his...
Woman Refuses To Go To Brother’s Birthday Unless Her Dog Is Invited
Celebrating birthday parties is a fun tradition that many people enjoy throughout the year. Sometimes, life gets in the way and it can be hard to make it to every birthday party we’re invited to. Others time, though, we choose not to go for whatever reason. When a 28-year-old woman was invited to her brother’s birthday party, she had a stipulation: She’d only attend if her dog was invited too. Photo: Pexels/K Zoltan The woman turned to the popular subreddit r/AmItheA*shole to ask if she was in the wrong or not. She explained...
American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog Summer/Fall Events 2023
Amidst the crush of summer heat, AKC MoD has posted their calendar of events for NYC pet lovers to cool off with and have some canine-themed fun. But you don’t have to live in the Empire State to take advantage of the summertime activities. If you’re planning a trip there this summer — or anytime, for that matter — there’s plenty for visitors to do Wednesdays through Sundays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Photo: Pexels/lil artsy According to the website, “The AKC Museum of the Dog preserves, interprets, and celebrates...
Duck Sneaks Onto Roller Coaster Going 93 MPH
Who says thrill-seeking is limited to humans? A wild duck is going viral since making her way onto a roller coaster at Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio. Photo: Flickr/Jeremy Thompson License: CC BY 2.0 Cedar Point is known for its roller coasters and thrill rides. According to the website, “Cedar Point is more than roller coasters. It’s more than thrill rides. It’s more than the mile-long sandy beach where our rich history began. Cedar Point is where moments, memories and connections are made.” According to...
