Newly Adopted Dog Bolts During Walk But Somehow Finds Her Way Back to Her New 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! We had her only a month, 30 days to be exact. She had been a stray that someone decided not to keep. She was a couple of years old. She was scared, but sweet. We named her Kona. It was a Monday afternoon. My three dogs and I were taking our daily walk on a major...
Adoptable Tony, the Special Needs Rescue Pup, is a Veritable Iron Man
Tony Stark. Tony Hawk. Tony Robbins. With the name Tony, this sweet special-needs guy has some big shoes to fill, but the folks at Pima Animal Care Center in Tucson know this lovable fella is up for the task! You see, Tony is a survivor. This plucky pup came to PACC unable to use his hind legs. Sadly, he had been found by the side of the road with a severe spinal fracture. Since his rescue, he’s gotten a wheelchair of his very own, and you can see him popping wheelies all around the shelter with his volunteer friends! Here’s the...
My Dog Ate Weed! Here’s What to Do
With the increase in states legalizing marijuana, weed is not only more accessible to humans, but also increases instances of a dog ingesting it. Dog ate weed? First, don’t lie about it. Dr. Anna Robinson, a small animal veterinarian in New Braunfels, Texas, stresses that you need to be completely honest with everyone when speaking about the issue. “No veterinary professional worth anything cares if you are illegally (or legally) in possession [of marijuana],” she says. “It’s against our code of ethics and AVMA...
Air Shepherd: Using Drones to Protect Elephants & Rhinos in Africa
Their motto is reversing the march of extinction, and boy, do they have their work cut out for them. We’re talking about Air Shepherd. With a website full of sobering statistics, it’s hard not to be alarmed when you read that since 2007, rhino poaching has increased by 9,000 percent in South Africa alone. Or that across Africa, every 9-11 hours, a rhino is slaughtered, and every 14 minutes an elephant is killed. At this rate, elephants and rhinos could be extinct in as little as 10 years. Why is that not upsetting for so many...
“Dapper Older Gentleman” Max Wants To Be Your One And Only
Senior dogs are the best, and in case you need proof – meet Max. He’s described as a “dapper older gentleman” by Animal Care Centers of NYC who is showing him with love after his previous owner surrendered him. Max has the best leash manners and can teach his new family how to enjoy the little things in life. He loves to curl up with his humans and go for strolls in the park. The shelter shared that we would be the “perfect picnic partner” who would gladly clean up the crumbs afterwards. He still has so...
Fuel Your Dog’s Energy and Activity with Cordyceps!
Cordyceps are a functional mushroom that can help your pup be more active, give them more energy, and help them feel younger! It’s almost summertime, and that means it’s time to get back to hiking with your pooch, frisbee sessions at the park, games of fetch by the lake, and other fun warm weather activities! For some dogs, it also means training for agility trials, dock jumping, search and rescue, and more. Whether your dog is a competitive athlete or just loves recreational activities any time of year, they need energy, stamina,...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Winning Return to Home program, Solutions Summit and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Peoria County Animal Protection Service shares its winning Return to Home programLooking to improve your return to home rates at your animal organization? Return to Home Challenge Overall Winner, Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS) in Peoria, IL, shares insights, most effective practices and more from its winning program. See what you can apply in your community! “We have a great culture of Return to Home (RTH)… Learn...
A Mother Bear and Her Two Cubs Went Out for a Thrilling Seaside Adventure
Young animals carry childhood stories from their early adventures with their mothers and siblings. Those adventures are needed to teach them survival skills and to familiarize themselves with the environment. Mothers take them to different areas where they can hunt for food. They’ll show the young ones the ropes and at the same time enjoy a fun outing. Although the babies have the freedom to roam outdoors, it is still vital to be close to their mothers. If not, they might put themselves in danger, especially when traversing an...
How Do Dogs Get Mange?
Mange in dogs is caused from mites, which are parasites that result in hair loss and skin inflammation. Two different types of mites cause mange in dogs— Demodex species and Sarcoptes scabiei. Puppies are born with Demodex mites, while Sarcoptes mites are contracted from exposure to other dogs, wildlife or contaminated bedding. Sarcoptic mange is contagious to other dogs and humans, but demodectic mange is not. Is dog mange contagious? Sarcoptic mange is; demodectic mange is not Sarcoptic mange is caused by the mite named Sarcoptes...
Discover the Magic of Molecular Iodine
What is molecular iodine, and why are so many veterinarians recommending it for their canine and feline patients? Whether in real life or on your favorite medical drama, you’ve probably seen iodine. This amber-colored liquid has been used for decades in hospitals, veterinary clinics and households to reverse and prevent infection. What you may not know is that this popular antiseptic contains a substance called “molecular iodine” that, while present in only trace amounts, works to combat microorganisms that can harm your...
