Border Patrol Officers Are Surprised To See A Pair Of Eyes Staring At Them From An International Package
When you work on the border inspecting packages, you never quite know what you are going to find. Some days may be perfectly normal but other days are going to provide stories that will be told for a long time. One of those stories took place when an officer working with the Canada Border Services Agency(CBSA) saw a box with a big hole in the side. They decided to take a closer look and when they peered into the hole, they were surprised to see a pair of eyes looking back at them. Photo: Flickr/rick License: CC BY-SA 2.0 According to the BC...
94-Year-Old Man Befriends The Neighbor’s Dogs
Many years ago, it was common for neighbors to get together and become close. They would have each other over for barbeques and sometimes, they would play cards. At the very least, they knew their neighbors by name and would say hello. Making friends with neighbors is not as common today, and in many cases, we may not even know our neighbors. There are still some neighborhoods where you not only know your neighbors but you become friends with them. Photo: TikTok/@kimberlyhanberry That is the case in South Carolina because a family has seen...
Why Does My Puppy Poop So Much?
If you have a puppy, you’re probably wondering if it’s normal for him to poop several times a day. The answer is yes. Puppies poop a lot because they eat a lot. How many times a day should a puppy poop? Puppies can poop four to five times a day on average, says Dr. Mondrian Contreras, of Carol Stream Animal Hospital in Illinois. “Amount and frequency of puppy poop is usually due to how much they eat, which is due to their growth rate,” says Dr. Contreras. “Puppies are growing so much and so fast, which means...
5 Ways To Celebrate National Dog Mom’s Day
National Dog Mom’s Day is just around the corner and there’s no better time to celebrate the special bond between you and your furry friend. To make this special day memorable, we’ve put together a list of different ways you can celebrate with your dog or other dog moms in your life. Get other dog moms together for a playdate If you know any other dog moms, why not use National Dog Mom’s Day as an excuse to get together with your four-legged friends? To celebrate, you could plan a trip to the dog park, the dog beach,...
What’s Your Dog or Cat’s Astrological Sign?
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You’re Invited: A Kitten Shower in Support of Our Nursery
May 12, 2023 The Neonatal Kitten Nursery, affectionately known as APA!’s Bottle Baby Program, saves some of our tiniest, most vulnerable babies — unweaned kittens. Our facility is typically closed to the public to keep the environment sterile. However once a year we open the doors for our annual Kitten Shower, which offers kittie enthusiasts an opportunity to take an inside look at the program as well as a way to support the important, life-saving work that is done there. And of course, we’ll offer the opportunity to cuddle...
What’s Immunotherapy and Can It Help Dogs with Cancer
Immunotherapy is a buzzword in human medicine. Although there’s still more research to be done, this form of cancer treatment can also benefit dogs suffering from malignancies. If you know someone with cancer, you may have heard them refer to immunotherapy as a potential form of treatment for their disease. While immunotherapy started out as a human treatment, more recent advancements now mean it can also be used to help dogs with cancer. But what exactly is it, and how does it work? WORKING WITH THE IMMUNE SYSTEM As the name suggests,...
Des Moines Fire Department Gets Expert Canine to Sniff Out Arson
The Des Moines Fire Department has now got a canine trained to sniff out accelerants commonly used in arson cases. Named Yahtzee, the handsome English black Lab is specially trained to detect traces of chemicals firebugs use when starting fires — whether for gain, revenge, or purely for kicks. Yahtzee underwent a month’s worth of training sessions with his handler, Capt. Eric Huntoon, before being cleared for takeoff with the Des Moines fire crew Huntoon is a part of. The gentle canine lives with Huntoon and happily accompanies...
Depressed Shelter Dog Gets Taste Of Freedom During Day Trip To Park
Animal shelters are full of adoptable dogs and cats just waiting for their special someone to take them home. Sadly, some spend months or years waiting and the stressful shelter life starts to take a toll on them. Aramis has been waiting at Humane Society of Broward County in Florida for over 165 days for someone to pick him. The shelter does their best to interact with each pet and give them time outdoors, but it doesn’t compare to a loving family. The shelter noticed the 2-year-old bully mix was starting to show signs of depression...
Stray Cat Found Limping Around With Severe Leg Injury Needs Your Help
Life on the streets is tough. Numerous stray cats arrive at animal shelters with injuries that require immediate medical attention. A three-year-old ginger cat arrived at Cara’s House in Louisiana as a stray with a severe injury to his leg. The shelter told us, “The radius and ulna bones broke through the skin causing a nasty, open wound with exposed bone.” The poor fella was limping around and had to be in excruciating pain. Photo: Cara’s House The cat was named Pogo. He was examined by a vet who said due to the...
