Shelter Dog Has So Many Well-Wishers After Adoption, He Gets More Than 7,500 Facebook Fans
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! Have you ever seen an animal rescued, nursed back to health, rehabilitated, all on social media, and then never see or hear from them after the adoption? You just hope and pray that they are safe. PHOTO: MIKE DUENKE That’s what makes Champ so unique. When I was chosen to adopt him, I was asked if we could...
“Scary” Doberman Loves Cuddling Up With A Blanket
An adorable Doberman mix is going viral for his absolute love of blankets. Some dogs breeds are unfairly stereotyped as aggressive, when it really comes down to the individual dog and their upbringing. Photo: TikTok/@dashandthor While Dash the Doberman might wrongly be stereotyped as aggressive by people who don’t know him, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, Dash is like a giant teddy bear! He loves to cuddle up with a blanket and get nice and cozy. Photo: TikTok/@dashandthor Speaking with The Dodo, Dash’s...
Unlikely BFFs Milkshake & Dumplin’ are Inseparable Buds
Who doesn’t enjoy a good Odd Couple story regarding mismatched animals most of us would never have anticipated becoming best friends. Everybody needs a best bud, after all, so why shouldn’t animals, regardless of their species designation? Unlikely BFF’s Milkshake, the duck, and Dumplin’, the mini cow, are here to show once more that it can be done. The inseparable duo share a love for water and just hanging out together, but there’s a “sweet love story” behind their friendship, according to Louisiana...
It’s Not Just Sea Life That’s Inadvertently Consuming Toxic Plastics
Ready for more bad news concerning the ingestion of toxic plastics? At least, it seems that way every time we click on the news. Unfortunately, there is some unsettling information regarding the subject, and this time it’s not focusing on wildlife but on human beings. As it turns out, microplastics tend to collect in hotspots in the nasal cavity or the back of the throat, and it’s as unhealthy for us as it sounds. In recent years, we have regularly been inundated with stories regarding the negative impacts of plastics on wildlife,...
Meet The French Bulldog Who Loves Surfing
I grew up by the beach and surfing is a big hobby for people in my town. The water is freezing and it’s not sunny often, but people get out there and make the most of it. It’s exhilarating and fun, and once your surfboard and wetsuit are paid for, it’s a relatively cheap or even free activity. Phoro: YouTube/Kritter Klub As it turns out, it’s not just humans who might enjoy a day in the waves. Dogs can enjoy it as well! Ricochet the Golden Retriever was a prime example of a dog who loves to surf. Sadly, he passed away...
Wealthy Florida Woman Leaves Multimillion-Dollar Estate to Seven Cats
We’ve all heard the expression “You get to pick your friends, not your family.” Well, we also get to choose our pets, and if we want to make them the sole heirs to our estates, that’s our business, too (at least in some states). And that’s exactly what a wealthy Florida woman did when she had a stipulation placed in her will stating that she wanted to leave her money and Tampa mansion to her seven cats. Photo: Pixabay/damdie Per the Tampa Bay Times, Nancy Sauer passed away on November 23, 2022. Without any living...
One Year After Being Set On Fire, Warrior Princess Riona Has Found Her Forever Home
A sweet dog named Riona has endured horrific abuse at the hands of her cruel former owner but is ready to put the past behind her as she meets her new loving family. Almost a year ago to the date, she was doused in gas and set on fire and found running through the streets of Memphis. She was taken in by Tails of Hope Dog Rescue who brought her to Bluff City Veterinary Specialists and her long road to recovery began. The sweet pup underwent several surgeries and countless months of rehabilitation. According to the rescue, “60% of her...
What Are Qualities of the Best Vegetarian Dog Food?
Vegetarian dog food has gained significant popularity as one of the latest trends in the realm of dog food. Pet parents realize that vegetarian dog food stands out as a sustainable choice full of benefits that can help dogs live longer, healthier lives. But even so, many pet parents are not aware of what separates the best vegetarian dog food from other, less beneficial products that are simply riding the wave of the current trends. Here, Freshpet explores a few of the qualities of the best vegetarian dog food that pet parents should look for...
Best Heated Dog Beds and Are They Safe?
Heated dog beds are becoming increasingly popular among pet owners who want to provide their pup with a warm and comfortable place to rest. But are they good for your dog’s health? According to veterinarian and author Doc Halligan, the answer is yes! Heated beds especially benefit senior dogs with arthritis and other health issues. “When dogs get older, they may benefit from having soft and heated bedding as their muscle mass decreases,” she says. “They may also develop calluses and sores and their joints can become...
Senior Street Dogs Enjoy Day At The Beach In Thailand With Kindhearted Man
Niall Harbison is determined to save as many street dogs as possible in Thailand, which has close to one million stray dogs. He spends his days personally feeding 80 dogs and caring for a dozen sick or injured dogs at his sanctuary. But he doesn’t stop there… Homemade nutritious food is prepared every day to feed 800 street dogs on Koh Samui. Volunteers and locals help deliver the food and ensure as many dogs as possible have a full belly. In addition to the food, he focuses on medical care and sterilizing (spay/neuter) to reduce...
