Gentle Cat Snuggles Up With Tiny Chicks In Adorable Viral Video
Cats and birds are notoriously enemies. After all, cats are predators and birds are prey. However, there are exceptions to most rules, and cats and birds can prove to be fast friends. Photo: Reddit/u/melindapeter1982 That was seen in the most adorable way in a viral video shared on Reddit. Reddit user u/melindapeter1982 posted a video of the cat with the chicks in the subreddit r/Awww. Photo: Reddit/u/melindapeter1982 In the sweet clip, you can see the cat holding and “mothering” at least five adorable chicks. The fluffy white...
College Student Calls Her Pet Cat To Say Goodnight
Leaving for college is an emotional time for both students and their parents. Students leaving home for the first time have a lot of adjustments to make, including managing a dorm room or apartment on their own and learning to cope without seeing their parents everyday. Students who leave family pets behind also have a big adjustment to make. It’s a bittersweet time for many students. The bonds students form with their pets over the years make parting ways that much more difficult. Photo: Pexels/Keira Burton While some students are...
World’s Cutest Rescue Dog Contest Presented by People Mag and Pedigree is Back!
The World’s Cutest Rescue Dog Contest is back! The contest, which is in its sixth year, is being presented by People Magazine and the Pedigree pet food brand. If you’re the paw parent of an adorable rescue pup, you only have until August 4 to enter! Photo: Pixabay/PicsbyFran Rescue canines of all breeds, sizes, and ages are encouraged to enter the contest, and one lucky winner will be given a feature in the magazine, as well as a number of other prizes. last year’s contest winner was a Shiba Inu named Gordon, whose dog mom,...
Expecting Parents Let Golden Retriever Pick Out The Baby’s Name
Choosing a baby’s name can be exciting, but there’s also a lot of pressure behind it. After all, a name is often permanent and it’s something the child has to live with forever. While some parents struggle to come up with name ideas they agree on, other parents have too many names to choose from and they can’t decide! What do you do when you can’t decide for whatever reason? Photo: Pexels/Leah Kelley One couple decided to get creative with their baby naming process by utilizing the family dog, Beau! Beau the...
5 Signs You Have a Happy Dog In Your Home
Dogs have a natural ability to bring joy into our lives, but how can you tell if your dog is happy as well? Let’s take a closer look at some of the key signs a dog is happy. Sign #1 a dog is happy: Healthy Appetite Having a healthy appetite and excitement around mealtimes are some of the sure signs a dog is happy. Eagerness during mealtimes: A dog with a good appetite will show excitement and eagerness when it’s time to eat. They may wag their tail, pace around, or become visibly enthusiastic as you prepare their food. Finishing...
Diamonds in Peril: The Decline of the Northern Diamondback Terrapin Population
The Northern Diamondback Terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin) is a captivating species of turtle found along the Atlantic coast of the United States. Known for its unique diamond-shaped patterns, this beautiful reptile has captured the imagination of many nature enthusiasts. Unfortunately, studies show the Northern Diamondback Terrapin is facing numerous threats that have pushed its population to the brink of survival. Unique Characteristics and Habitat of the Northern Diamondback Terrapin According to the Connecticut Department of Energy &...
What is a Puppy Cut?
A puppy cut is a dog’s haircut that is one, consistent, typically short length all over the dog’s body. While the dog’s parents and the groomer determine the actual length of hair for their dog, depending on activity levels and outside temperatures, hair length typically ranges from a shave to several inches of hair. The history of the puppy cut The term puppy cut comes from the dog show world to describe how to care for and maintain a Poodle puppy’s coat to prepare her for competing in dog shows. Anyone who has seen a...
3 Reasons to Use Cordyceps for Cats
Cordyceps for cats have many health benefits, including for their kidneys, diabetes, and lungs. No matter what age your kitty is, cordyceps can help keep them healthy and feeling great! Have you heard about the health benefits of Cordyceps for cats? The Cordyceps mushroom is related to two of the tastiest edible mushrooms: Truffles and Morels. This is important because palatability rules when it comes to giving cats healthy supplements. You know how picky our feline friends can be! Beyond that, cordyceps also have many functional benefits for...
Inclusivity in Action: Strategies for DEI in Animal Welfare
[embedded content] The week of Juneteenth, DEI—diversity, equity, and inclusion—is front of mind. But, how can we take action beyond one week and move toward a more diverse and equitable culture in animal welfare? Tune into this panel discussion with Mia Navedo-Williams, Manager of Multicultural Engagement for Best Friends Animal Society, Rory Adams, Senior Manager of Adoption Initiatives for PetSmart Charities, and Shakela Brown, Director of Community Services for Humane Rescue Alliance. Vincent Medley, Maddie’s®...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Free stock library, calming the canines and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Community celebrates Independence Day by “Calming the Canines” at their local animal shelterWe’re republishing this blog from 2018 since Fourth of July is a stressful time for shelter pets. Here’s how one shelter kept their dogs calm during fireworks. It was the Fourth of July, and both of the shelters run by Maricopa County Animal Care & Control were full. Fireworks displays, a notorious trigger for canine… Learn More...
