Understanding Your Dog’s Body Language
Our dogs constantly communicate with us through body language, but we often don’t notice or understand what they’re telling us. By becoming familiar with your dog’s body language, you can interpret how she’s feeling and respond to her needs. Dogs are excellent communicators. They certainly vocalize, but most of their communication is done through subtle body language. Unfortunately, that body language is often overlooked or misunderstood. When a dog’s communication attempts are consistently ignored — or...
Pet-Friendly Home Décor That’s Both Functional and Fabulous
Sharing your home with a dog or cat doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style. Take a look at how you can incorporate your best friend’s needs into your design and decorating plans. Most of us treat our dogs and cats like family. And that includes making our homes animal-friendly. Not so long ago, that meant making décor sacrifices to accommodate the needs of our canine and feline friends. Nowadays, though, stylish pet-friendly décor is becoming integral to interior design, bringing elements such as beds and bowls out...
DNA Study Reveals How Balto The Famous Sled Dog Was So Tough
If you grew up in the United States, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with the famous sled dog: Balto. According to the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Balto made history back in 1925 during the “Race of Mercy” to Nome, Alaska. Photo: Wikimedia Commons During that time, a raging blizzard made travel tough, but it was necessary because native Inuits in Nome were suffering a diphtheria outbreak after invaders introduced it to the area. There was medicine to treat diphtheria, but it was 674 miles away. Due to...
16-Year-Old Blind Cat Tossed From Moving Vehicle, Finds Much Happier Home
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! Everyone, this is Maui! His nickname is Maui Miyagi or Old Blind Brown Cat. My grandson and I rescued him after someone posted his picture on Craigslist, looking for the owner. I always browse the lost and found pets on there, and when I saw his picture, my heart sank that he was lost. PHOTO: DEE DODGE I also...
Retired Bowtied Therapy Dog Has Brought Smiles to Schools, Hospitals, and More
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! Moses is a special boy. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / STEROU70 Up until the pandemic, he was visiting schools, hospitals, and nursing homes as a Pet Pals therapy dog (even though Moses has NO idea he is a d-o-g). SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY Moses pretty much taught himself the expected behavior for a visitor in all of...
Motel 6 Partners With The Humane Society Of The United States To Help Pet Owners In Need
Motel 6 is teaming up with the Humane Society of the United States to help support pet owners in need. According to a press release, Motel 6 and its extended-stay chain Studio 6 are working with HSUS to support the organization’s More Than a Pet campaign. Photo: Flickr/goblinbox_(queen_of_ad_hoc_bento) License: CC BY 2.0 As the press release notes, the goal of the campaign is to “raise awareness of the pet poverty crisis, provide financial solutions for struggling pet owners, and keep pets and their families together by increasing...
Adoptable Marley Would Like to Chat About His Current Living Arrangements
Hi, everybody, my name is Marley! I am a 1-year-old male lab mix, and I am so excited to find my forever home soon! I was discovered roaming in a neighborhood in North Phoenix by some nice people that connected me with Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue to help take care of me until I find my new family or my new family finds me! I’m a bit shy at first, but once I get comfortable around you, we will be best buds, and I won’t leave your side. I get along pretty well with other dogs, but I haven’t been around cats before, so...
Nemo The Cat Becomes BFFs With New “Nemo” Fish
It’s no secret that cats love fish, but that love might not go both ways. In fact, cats are known to eat fish and prey on them, so it makes sense why cats might enjoy fish but fish wouldn’t feel the same way. One orange tabby cat, Nemo, happens to be aptly named after his love for fish. Photo: Pexels/Peng Louis Rather than getting Nemo a real fish to torment, his owners decided to compromise by getting him a plastic fish. “We got Nemo a new fish, and this one’s a Nemo too!” his owner shared on Instagram. As it...
German Shepherd Found Crammed In Tiny Wire Cage Gets Second Chance On Flight To Freedom
A rural Louisiana shelter received an anonymous call about a large number of dogs being kept in deplorable conditions in and around a trailer. Rescuers arrived to find muddy kennels and dog in crates around the property. They were heartbroken when they found a young German shepherd crammed into a tiny wire cage made for a small dog. The poor dog was unable to stand, sit, or move inside the crate. He was clearly deprived of food as well as he was skin and bones. He was taken in by Iberville Parish Animal Shelter who told us, “After...
The Dark Reality of Animal Cruelty in Film: What Price Are We Paying for Entertainment?
Imagine sitting in a dimly lit theater, eagerly awaiting the start of a highly anticipated film. The screen flickers to life, and as the story unfolds, you become engrossed in its narrative. The characters captivate you, their emotions resonate, and the plot takes unexpected turns. But amidst the dazzling cinematography and gripping performances, there’s a lingering question that begins to gnaw at your conscience: What price are we paying for this entertainment? Animal rights advocates have long sounded the alarm about the treatment of...
