Foster Ends Up with a Different Dog Than Planned, One With Undiagnosed Health Issues
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! I agreed to foster a chihuahua for a local rescue. When I went to get her, they couldn’t find her, so I took a little boy who I knew nothing about, except that he was 2-years-old and was surrendered because his owners moved to a place that didn’t allow pets. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / MYLENE He was crazy in the car on the way home, bouncing like a rubber ball all over the car. He...
Stubborn Dog Refuses To Leave The Swimming Pool
Dogs are undoubtedly one of the funniest animals on the planet. They have an uncanny ability to make us laugh with their hilarious antics and endearing personalities. From their goofy expressions to their playful energy, dogs never fail to bring a smile to our faces. Some of the funniest things dogs do include chasing their tails, running in circles, and rolling around in the grass. Photo: YouTube/adolfo lozoya They can also be quite mischievous, getting into things they shouldn’t or stealing food when we’re not looking. Some dogs...
Farm Cat Loves Hitching Rides On His Horse Friend
Friendship between different species is not uncommon in the animal kingdom. While it may seem unlikely, animals can form close bonds with those outside their own species. Just take Tony Stark the cat and Thor the horse, for example. They’re so different, and yet, they’re the best of friends! Photo: TikTok/@tonystar_thoradventures The relationship between a horse and a cat can be quite unique and surprising. While they are vastly different in size and temperament, these two animals can form a strong bond through their shared...
Purebred Chocolate Lab Puppy Needs a Forever Home with Consistency
Meet Durant, a sweet 10-month-old purebred Chocolate Lab in need of adoption. Durant and his brothers came from a breeder who couldn’t keep them any longer, so here we are looking for a forever home for him. Durant is now in foster care via Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue in central Arizona. A friendly and lovable pup, he adores everyone he meets and likes ear scritches and pets. Always down for a game of fetch, he’s not necessarily the best at bringing the ball back yet — but hey, he’s learning! He’s also still...
Instacart Reveals Which Starts Are “Dog States” And Which States Prefer Cats
For as long as any of us can remember, there has been an ongoing debate. It is the debate over cats versus dogs, and it doesn’t show any signs of stopping. Most people either consider themselves to be a “cat person” or a “dog person,” showing their side of the argument in just a few words. As it turns out, that can also be extended to individual states as well. Photo: Pexels/Alexander Grey You are probably familiar with Instacart because of their grocery delivery service, but they decided to do something special...
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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