What You Need to Know About The Shortage of Veterinarians in the United States
The veterinary industry in the United States is currently facing a dire shortage of veterinarians. According to recent studies, the country will be short of around 15,000 veterinarians by 2030. The increasing number of pets following COVID-19 is straining the industry, The Washington Post reports, leading to a shortage of vets across the country. This shortage is causing significant problems for pet owners who struggle to find veterinary care for their pets, particularly in areas where veterinary service is not readily available. Photo:...
Russell Crowe’s Puppy Louis Dies In His Arms After Being Hit By A Truck
A day that is already a hard and sad day for actor Russell Crowe just got even more unbearable. On March 30, which is the anniversary of his father’s (John Alexander Crowe) passing, his cherished 16-month-old Papillon named Louis was hit by a truck. Heartbroken Crowe took to Twitter to share the devastating news and wrote, “Tiny, cheeky, brave. He won my heart. Unfortunately today, on the second anniversary of my fathers passing, Louis was hit by a truck. We tried to get him to the vet, but he died in my arms while I was telling...
Dog Left Heartbroken After Family Surrenders Him To Shelter Because Of Allergies
A friendly dog named Simba doesn’t understand how he ended up alone in the shelter because he is such a good boy. He gets along with other dogs and loves people. Sadly, he was surrendered by the only family he has ever known after four years. A member of the family developed allergies and they made the difficult decision to bring Simba to Humane Society of Broward County in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The sweet pup was left heartbroken and confused. The shelter posted a video showing Simba’s sad eyes on TikTok in hopes of finding...
Everything About Juice The Cat is Cute, Especially His Size and Unique Personality
When you become a cat parent, you realize a lot of things and disprove misconceptions. You learn that not all cats are aloof and do not like their humans. They actually love their personal space but would also enjoy the company of their favorite people. Cats can get clingy, and others as playful as a dog. They all differ in many ways but are equally adorable. Aside from personality, you’ll also notice things about their health and growth. You certainly do become a parent when you have a pet in the family. Every little thing about them...
Food as Medicine: Go Beyond Kibble with Chi Dog
Are you worried that kibble isn’t healthy enough for your dog? There are convenient alternatives formulated according to Food Therapy that nourish your pup and help eliminate allergies and other health problems caused by imbalances. Do you ever look at a bag of kibble and think: “How can that be a healthy food for my dog?” If you’re a dog parent who’s concerned about what you feed your pooch, you’re not alone! And I’m here to tell you that it’s possible to feed your dog better! You can feed your...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Return to Home results, Spanish language customer service course, and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week.Please note: There will be no additional blog posts this week. Over 10,000 dogs and cats reunite with their families, thanks to the Return to Home ChallengeIn October of 2022, over 10,000 lost pets were reunited with their families thanks to the Return to Home Challenge. Seventeen national organizations came together to promote the Challenge that encouraged animal shelters and foster-based organizations to create a culture of return to home within their...
Warning Soft Content: Public Display of Cuddles Between a Cat and a Bunny
Furry animals are undoubtedly adorable and irresistible. Even when you watch them from a video, you’ll have the urge to reach through the screen and cuddle them. They are the perfect source of serotonin — dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, and more can effortlessly make you smile. Everything they do can make you gush and blush. For this reason, many people follow social media pages that share soft animal content. Watching furry animals is free therapy whenever stress gets too much. Those social media posts can easily go viral because...
Brilliant Dog Unexpectedly Develops a Sword-Fighting Hobby
Pet parents always engage their fur babies in activities to find similar interests. Most dogs join their humans during hiking, swimming, running, or camping. Doing things together builds a stronger bond between the pet and the owner. You’ll find great company with a dog — they’ll make your hobby more interesting and exciting. You’ll also be washed with an overwhelming feeling whenever you’re amazed at your dog’s skills. They are undoubtedly intelligent creatures that you can train — sit, roll, and...
Dental Care for Every Stage of Your Dog or Cat’s Life
Whether your dog or cat is a youngster or a senior, or anything in between, regular dental care throughout his life is vital for maintaining strong teeth and gums, and preventing painful problems. Dental disease is one of the most common problems in our dogs and cats. It’s also one of the easier conditions to prevent or minimize, although it requires regular and consistent dental care throughout the animal’s life. This article offers an integrative approach to canine and feline dental care, from babyhood to the senior years. Start...
Dog Seizures: Symptoms and What to Do
When a dog is experiencing a seizure, he is not himself, says Dr. Jon Nauss, medical director at Irvine Valley Veterinary Hospital Primary Care & Integrative Medicine, and it can be very alarming to see your beloved pet experience something like this. Dog seizure symptoms: generalized and focal What does it look like when a dog is having a seizure? Seizures are typically categorized as generalized or focal. “A generalized seizure is what most people think of when they think of seizures,” says Dr. Nauss, and describes them as...
