Sweet Pittie Used As A Bait Dog Refuses To Stop Fighting For Life
When Kati Speer Krouse saw a dog quivering in the woods near a busy highway, she knew she had to stop and help. She shared with We Love Animals that she approached the dog slowly, but the poor pooch remained terrified and wouldn’t let her get close. Photo: YouTube/We Love Animals With the help of some treats and a net, Kati was able to catch the dog, who she named Robin. It was quickly apparent that the poor dog was suffering and on the brink of death. Robin had obvious puncture wounds on her legs and half her snout was ripped off....
News Crew Rescues Dog They Find Trapped Under A House While Reporting On Tornado Damage
A news crew reporting on tornado damage spotted a trapped dog and set out to rescue him! According to KENS5, an EF1 tornado touched down in Laguna Heights, Texas on May 13, 2023. Sadly, one person was killed and 11 others were injured. Photo: YouTube/ABC 7 Chicago The tornado also destroyed many homes, and wreaked havoc in some neighborhoods. ABC News crews were on the ground reporting on the damage from the tornado when one of them heard a dog crying from beneath a house. ABC News reports that members of the news crew called animal control...
Dad And Golden Retriever Perform Adorable “Stompy” Dance Every Day
The friendship between a man and his golden retriever is something special. As anyone who’s owned a golden knows, these dogs are loyal and loving, and they know how to have a good time! For a man named Chris and his golden retriever, Nala, life consists of having lots of fun together, going on adventures, and playing games. Photo: YouTube/Adventuring with Nala They even have their own special dance that they do together called the “Nala stomps.” Chris shared a compilation video of the Nala stomps on YouTube and dubbed it...
Orlando Animal Shelter Pleads For Help To Find Over 200 Dogs Homes
Animal shelters continue to take in surrendered and stray animals but are struggling to find adopters and fosters. Many shelters are overcapacity, and some are in crisis mode. There are only so many kennels, and adoptable dogs could be at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space and adopters. Shelters do all they can to encourage people in the community to adopt or foster to help save lives. Orange County Animal Services (OCAS) in Orlando, Florida, has over 200 dogs at the shelter and is in desperate need of help. The good boys and girls...
Your Dog and Cat’s Gut Health Microbiome – Why It’s So Important
You’re probably aware that gut health is key to your dog or cat’s overall well-being, but may need some guidance on understanding their microbiome and how to support it. How much do you know about your dog or cat’s gut health? A recent survey of cat and dog parents uncovered a disconnect between an awareness that gut health is important for the health of our animals, and an understanding of how to support and maintain it. Most animal parents know that gut health is essential for overall health, but don’t know about the...
The Best Biodegradable Poop Bag
Rachel Phelps, MBA, MPA, Dip. PDT, Pet Product Expert Rachel Phelps, “America’s Pet Parent,” is an award-winning writer, photographer and certified dog trainer. She manages the career of her internet celebrity dog Preston from PrestonSpeaks.com. She has three Westies, who think they are mini-humans, and a cat, who rule the house. Learn more at rachelphelps.com. Source:...
Dr. Kwane Stewart: “Kindness is a super power”
Dr. Kwane Stewart, veterinarian and co-founder of Project Street Vet recently spoke at the Weekly Community Conversations call. You’ll be inspired as he talks about his journey from private practice veterinarian, to contemplating leaving shelter medicine behind to walking the streets solo, helping the pets of the unhoused. After about 10 years at a private practice in the San Diego area, helping clients that could afford the majority of care, Dr. Stewart made the switch to shelter medicine and took a position as County Veterinarian at...
Adorable Pups on Their First Day at Work as Sheep Guardians
Aside from their contribution to the safety of humankind, dogs are also known for protecting other animals. They have great dedication and an impeccable sense of responsibility. Due to those qualities, dogs are employed as shepherds or livestock guardians. Farm animals such as goats, sheep, and poultry are their priority. A livestock guardian’s role is vital as they keep herds and flocks stay within a safe area. Dogs don’t allow them to stray away. Savage predators may suddenly appear — exposing the stray to immense danger....
“Hissy” Foster Kitten Mellows Out, Graduates to Nanny Cat for Other Fosters
The following story is a finalist in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers will receive $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. Voting runs through June 1. To read more stories and cast your vote, click here! Hissy Hazel arrived at my door in an Uber from the ASPCA on November 1, 2021. She was the next foster kitten I was supposed to socialize, and then send off to her forever home. Hazel had other plans. PHOTO: NORA FASANO After being hissy for 72 hours, a switch...
Kitten Was Nearing Death with Third Degree Burns, Now He’s Wearing Onesies in a Safe Home
The following story is a finalist in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers will receive $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. Voting runs through June 1. To read more stories and cast your vote, click here! Archie’s amazing recovery from third degree burns makes him pawsitively purrfect! Archie was surrendered to Headed For Furever Inc. at 10-weeks-old, weighing just over a pound. We were told that he had a few wounds from an allergic reaction to flea meds and...
