Orlando Animal Shelter Pleads For Help To Find Over 200 Dogs Homes
Animal shelters continue to take in surrendered and stray animals but are struggling to find adopters and fosters. Many shelters are overcapacity, and some are in crisis mode. There are only so many kennels, and adoptable dogs could be at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space and adopters. Shelters do all they can to encourage people in the community to adopt or foster to help save lives. Orange County Animal Services (OCAS) in Orlando, Florida, has over 200 dogs at the shelter and is in desperate need of help. The good boys and girls...
Your Dog and Cat’s Gut Health Microbiome – Why It’s So Important
You’re probably aware that gut health is key to your dog or cat’s overall well-being, but may need some guidance on understanding their microbiome and how to support it. How much do you know about your dog or cat’s gut health? A recent survey of cat and dog parents uncovered a disconnect between an awareness that gut health is important for the health of our animals, and an understanding of how to support and maintain it. Most animal parents know that gut health is essential for overall health, but don’t know about the...
The Best Biodegradable Poop Bag
Rachel Phelps, MBA, MPA, Dip. PDT, Pet Product Expert Rachel Phelps, “America’s Pet Parent,” is an award-winning writer, photographer and certified dog trainer. She manages the career of her internet celebrity dog Preston from PrestonSpeaks.com. She has three Westies, who think they are mini-humans, and a cat, who rule the house. Learn more at rachelphelps.com. Source:...
Dr. Kwane Stewart: “Kindness is a super power”
Dr. Kwane Stewart, veterinarian and co-founder of Project Street Vet recently spoke at the Weekly Community Conversations call. You’ll be inspired as he talks about his journey from private practice veterinarian, to contemplating leaving shelter medicine behind to walking the streets solo, helping the pets of the unhoused. After about 10 years at a private practice in the San Diego area, helping clients that could afford the majority of care, Dr. Stewart made the switch to shelter medicine and took a position as County Veterinarian at...
Adorable Pups on Their First Day at Work as Sheep Guardians
Aside from their contribution to the safety of humankind, dogs are also known for protecting other animals. They have great dedication and an impeccable sense of responsibility. Due to those qualities, dogs are employed as shepherds or livestock guardians. Farm animals such as goats, sheep, and poultry are their priority. A livestock guardian’s role is vital as they keep herds and flocks stay within a safe area. Dogs don’t allow them to stray away. Savage predators may suddenly appear — exposing the stray to immense danger....
“Hissy” Foster Kitten Mellows Out, Graduates to Nanny Cat for Other Fosters
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! Hissy Hazel arrived at my door in an Uber from the ASPCA on November 1, 2021. She was the next foster kitten I was supposed to socialize, and then send off to her forever home. Hazel had other plans. PHOTO: NORA FASANO After being hissy for 72 hours, a switch...
Kitten Was Nearing Death with Third Degree Burns, Now He’s Wearing Onesies in a Safe 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! Archie’s amazing recovery from third degree burns makes him pawsitively purrfect! Archie was surrendered to Headed For Furever Inc. at 10-weeks-old, weighing just over a pound. We were told that he had a few wounds from an allergic reaction to flea meds and...
Are Probiotics and Other Supplements Good for Pets?
According to Veterinarinas.org., in 2021 alone, pet owners spent more than $123 billion on their animals, including on vitamins and other health supplements. Despite the effects of inflation, people are still spending on their beloved pets. Where in the U.S. do pet owners spend the most on health supplements? The Special Reports team at Veterinarians.org teamed up with Honest Paws, one of the leading manufacturers of premium health products for pets, to find where in the U.S. pet owners spend the most. The first is a no-brainer and likely...
Kansas Animal Shelter Raises Money By Selling “Spicy” Photos Of Their Animals’ Paws
Desperate times call for desperate measures! If you’re in the United States, you likely realize that people are struggling with inflation and the current economic situation. Many animal shelters have been hit hard while trying to keep their rescue pets alive and well-cared for. Photo: Pexels/Matthias Zomer To help fund the care of rescue animals, many shelters turn to fundraising efforts and the Kansas Humane Society has come up with a brilliant campaign known as OnlyPaws. The rescue shared the idea of selling paw pictures on Facebook...
U.K. Man’s Neighbor Insists He Get Rid of Senior Dogs so Kids Can Play in His Yard!
People have a lot of gall all over the world, as evidenced by one U.K. couple whose neighbors are now demanding they get rid of the two dogs they inherited so that neighborhood kids can play in their yard. Yikes, talk about ballsy!!!!! So, as reported by The Mirror, a couple was left blindsided by their new neighbors’ demands just months after moving into their new home. Apparently, the folks in their neighborhood were totally cool initially, but things turned sour when one entitled mom decided to rock the boat. We’ll get to that...
