Woman Reunites Bonded Wild Mustangs Separated During Round-Up
Two wild mustangs are back together again thanks to a kindhearted woman dedicated to their bond. According to The Dodo, Melissa followed the story of Stargazer and Nora from the time they roamed free. The two wild mustangs were bonded, but a government round-up caused them to be separated. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Low-flying helicopters corralled the wild horses into a cage. From there, they were transported to holding pens and sold off at auction. It’s a cruel practice that often separates bonded horses, but Melissa wanted to make the...
Young, Malnourished Street Kitty that Got a Chance at Indoor Life is Sold on the Idea Now
Meet 9-month-old Tamarind, a special shy boy who is learning indoor life after living most of his existence on the streets. Malnourished and sick, his rescuers at Southern Arizona Cat Rescue in Tucson thought he was a kitten when he arrived at just 2 pounds! Upon further examination, however, it was discovered that he had all of his adult teeth in, putting the kibosh on that theory. Photo: SACatRescue Tamarind is healthy now, per his vet, but this petite boy still has a sensitive tummy and can be a bit of a shy eater. With time and patience,...
Woman Credits ‘Hero’ Dog For Sniffing Out Her Breast Cancer Early
A dog named Luna is being hailed a hero for detecting her owner’s breast cancer! Dogs have been known to help their owners through cancer, from official service dogs to emotional support pups offering help to their owners or paitents in need. But sometimes, a dog can take things a step further, like Luna did. Photo: Pexels/Anna Tarazevich According to the New York Post, 50-year-old Trisha Allison was at her home in Wilford, England when she noticed her dog acting strange. She explained that her 2-year-old dog jumped onto her chest and...
Are Small Dogs Really More Aggressive? Find Out!
In 2022, the percentage of U.S. homes with at least one dog residing within rose to nearly 45 percent, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. The sourcebook they provide is filled with all sorts of interesting information shedding more light on our affinity for animals. While dog owners continue to outnumber feline owners, the breeds we’re drawn to are all over the map when it comes to the size, age, and temperament of the doggos we choose. Smaller breeds can seem like the wiser choice for many but looks can be...
Veterinarian Shares Which 6 Foods Pet Owners Should Avoid Giving their Pets During 4th of July Festivities
With the Fourth of July just around the corner, it’s crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of beloved pets during this time. Veterinarian Alysper Cormanes at Veterinarians.org shared with us which foods pet owners should avoid giving their pets during the 4th of July festivities. Read on for a list of the foods you should exclude from their diet this weekend and all year round. Photo: Pixabay/RitaE Chicken Wings: Chicken is usually safe to be given to dogs, but chicken wings are only safe provided you strip it of the outer coating...
Vanilla the Lab Chimp Sees the Sky for the Very First Time in Heartwarming Video
An incredibly touching video that will melt your heart has surfaced of a chimpanzee named Vanilla experiencing the outdoors for the very first time in her nearly 30 years of life on the planet. The sweet footage was shared recently at the American Society of Primatologists symposium in Reno by Save the Chimps‘ primatologist, Dr. Andrew Halloran. In it, we see Vanilla being greeted with a huge hug by an alpha male named Dwight as she finally leaves her enclosure after quarantining with her sister, Shake. Photo: YouTube/Save the Chimps...
Georgia Firefighters Rescue Puppy From Hot Car And Issue Warning To All Dog Owners
Leaving a dog in a hot car for a “quick errand” can be deadly, even with the windows cracked. Temperatures quickly increase inside the vehicle putting the dog at risk of heatstroke. American Kennel Club shared, “Hundreds of pets die from car-related heat stroke each year. The issue is so important that 31 states have various laws restricting people from leaving their pets unattended in vehicles.” Firefighters in Decatur, Georgia, recently responded to a call about a puppy in a hot car. The heroes rushed to save the...
Mother and Son See a Baby Deer Stuck in a Storm Drain, So They Call Firefighters
There is no love as strong as the love of a mother. They will go to great lengths to ensure their children are safe, even if it means they are putting themselves at risk. There are also times when a mother may need some help, and they are quick to ask for it. This was seen in a beautiful way in suburban Baltimore, when a baby deer got stuck in a storm drain. Photos: YouTube / TODAY A mother and son were out on a walk when they saw the mother deer anxiously prancing around the storm drain. She didn’t wander far, even though she felt the...
Baby Panda Does His Best to Climb into a Comfortable Hammock
Pandas have always had a special place in our hearts. Perhaps it is the fact that they are adorable, regardless of their size, or maybe it is the way they play. Of course, pandas of all sizes are amazing, but when it is a baby panda, the cuteness goes to an entirely new level. It doesn’t matter whether they are running around with other baby pandas or just chewing on a piece of bamboo; it’s a heartwarming sight to see. Screenshot: Reddit / FunnyAnimals Perhaps that is why panda videos tend to go viral almost as soon as they are...
Is Dental Health Really About Plaque and Tartar?
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