The Border Collie — Mastermind of the Dog World
The Border Collie is the Swiss Army Knife, the Everything Bagel of the dog world. Whatever you need him to do, he can do with ease, then ask what is the next job on your to-do list. Although considered by many authorities to be the world’s most intelligent breed, nobody calls the Border Collie low maintenance. This is a lot of dog to deal with in a medium-sized package. Not every Ford driver can handle a tanked-up Maserati, and not every casual pet owner can keep a Border Collie content and engaged. Here are seven fun facts about this...
Herding Dog Breeds
Herding dog breeds are wicked smart and originally bred to round up and protect livestock. These high energy breeds will keep you on your toes In addition to herding livestock these breeds were bred for intelligence and working closely with humans. Some of the most popular pet herding breeds are: The most popular smallest herding dog breeds are: The American Kennel Club (AKC) currently recognizes 32 herding dog breeds in the Herding Group. The AKC organizes dogs into groups based on the jobs a particular breed was originally bred to perform....
Senior Dog Rescued From Euthanasia Can’t Stop Smiling In His New Home
When Noah’s owner saw a team from Sidewalk Specials going through his village in South Africa, he flagged them down to ask for help with his dog. They said that Noah the dog was old and in pain, and they wanted to put him to sleep. Photo: YouTube/Sidewalk Specials Rescuers with Sidewalk Specials agreed to take the dog, but when they got him to the vet, they realized he still had a lot of life left to live! They shared on YouTube that Noah was old and had arthritis, but he was still healthy and strong. Photo: YouTube/Sidewalk Specials...
Senior Dog, Clancy, Shot & Left to Die, Needs Your Help
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Clancy-video-2.mp4 As sad stories go, this is one of the saddest. Shared with us by our friends One by One Animal Advocates (OBOAA) in Huntington, West Virginia, few are more disturbing than this. No stranger to extreme cases of animal abuse and neglect, OBOAA was contacted recently by a vet tech with the Proctorville Animal Clinic about a dog in such bad shape that there were initial questions regarding its survival prospects. The vet tech, who lives on a rural side road,...
How To Safely Exercise Your Dog (Indoors & Out) On Hot Summer Days
While the long days of summer allow us more time outdoors with Fido, there are dangers that all pet parents need to look out for. The hot, humid days are perfect for the beach (without Fido) but are not great days to take your beloved dog for a hike. Dogs can quickly overheat and suffer from heatstroke, which can be fatal. Temperatures continue to rise across the country with heat records being shattered. The safest place for dogs and their humans on these steamy days is indoors. Check out some tips below on ways to safely exercise your dog-...
How to Have a Funeral for Your Dog or Cat
Dogs and cats are family and integral parts of our lives. It’s devastating when they pass away and giving them a proper goodbye honors their memory and begins the path to healing and acceptance. One way to do this is by having a memorial service or funeral for your dog or cat. Here are some steps to consider when planning a funeral. Choose a Location Decide if you want to lay your fur baby to rest during the funeral for your dog or cat. Depending on what you choose, your options for a location can include: At home Your backyard A park A...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day, short survey and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Today (July 10) is Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day!July 10 is Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day. Dr. Miller is known for her trailblazing leadership and purposeful dedication to the field of veterinary shelter medicine. If you are one of the millions of people that have adopted a dog or cat over the last three decades, you have Dr. Miller to thank. Dr.… Learn More Community Conversations surveyWe would love your feedback on this short survey to...
Massive Irish Wolfhound Wants To Be A Lapdog
Sometimes, we meet a large dog who thinks she’s a lapdog. It can be funny and sweet at times, but also kind of terrifying! These dogs simply don’t seem to realize how massive they are. When my sister brought home two Great Pyrenes puppies, they wanted to be held and cuddled so much. As they started to grow, they couldn’t figure out why no one wanted to hold them anymore! Photo: Reddit/u/Thund3rbolt It seems that’s also what happened with an Irish Wolfhound. Reddit user u/Thund3rbolt shared a video of the massive pooch...
How Supporting Your Dog or Cat’s Gut Health Boosts Immunity
A properly-functioning immune system is vital to your dog or cat’s overall wellness, and it starts with supporting their gut health. Among the many things the pandemic taught us is the importance of having a healthy immune system. The same applies to our dogs and cats. A properly-functioning immune system can help protect them from a host of problems — not just infectious diseases, but also allergies, cancer, and more. One of the best ways to keep your dog or cat’s immune system in top form is to support their gut health....
Watchful, Loving Dog Works to Overcome Health Issues, Now Looking for Family to Protect
Warm, courageous, and kind-hearted. These are all words used to describe Miranda, a mixed breed dog believed to be part Georgian Shepherd. This girl has been waiting some time for a home, but that’s far from the toughest issue she’s faced. The pup was brought into Tamaz Elizbarashvili shelter in Tbilisi, Georgia, suffering from a disease called leishmaniasis. Caused by a parasite, leishmaniasis is transmitted by small biting sand flies and can cause skin or organ infections. PHOTO: LANA BORISOVA & JARROD SAXTON Lana Borisova,...
