New Research Suggests Dogs Could Give Us The Flu And Other Viruses
We love our dogs, and we know that they love us too. For years, we’ve also been told that it’s practically impossible for a dog to get us sick, but that may be changing. In southern China, two dogs have been found to be carrying a mutant strain of the influenza C virus. That is a virus that typically infects people according to Scientific American reports. Photo: Pexels/Christian Domingues Although it is mostly children who have this illness, and they spread it to each other, typically at school, these dogs may now be carrying the...
‘Best Boy Ever,’ a Eulogy for a Committed Canine Friend
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 visited the local pound one afternoon to check for a long-legged escapee boarder. The escapee had returned to his own yard nearby, unbeknownst to me, but the pound was on my way home from work, so I hazarded a visit. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / YAMA ZSUZSANNA MARKUS When I walked into the cage area, a young brindle boy of questionable pedigree was there, smiling at me, wagging his tail. He...
London Art Exhibit Goes to the Dogs ’til October 2023
A new exhibition at London’s The Wallace Collection entitled Portraits of Dogs: From Gainsborough to Hockney, will be paying tribute to humankind’s ever-evolving relationship with dogs from March 29 to October 15, 2023. With more than 50 works of art featuring canines, the exhibit will include paintings ranging from the masters all the way to David Hockney’s popular snausage dogs from the 20th century. And it isn’t just paintings that will be on display. Visitors will be treated to drawings, sculptures, and other forms...
Why Is My Cat Throwing Up? How To Help Ease A Cat’s Uneasy Stomach
If there’s one question all cat parents have asked themselves at some point, it would be “why does my cat throw up?”. Unfortunately, vomiting is a fairly regular occurrence for cats. The good news is that, usually, vomiting can often be treated and managed at home. To help pet parents get the answers to their question of “why does my cat throw up”, let’s explore the different reasons why a cat may be throwing up and how you can deal with it. Why does my cat throw up? Throwing up may be a fairly common...
Supporting Both Ends of the Leash: What Community Support Looks Like in a HASS Pilot Shelter
[embedded content] We know that people and pets need support to stay together through challenging times—but how can you identify the support your community needs and how your organization can facilitate it? That’s what this webinar is all about! Amanda Gatten, KC Pet Project’s Director of Community Programs, will share what a comprehensive, flexible, effective community support program looks like at a HASS pilot shelter, with ideas and tips for other organizations to steal. We will also hear from Eliza Torres, Education and...
4 Reasons Your Vet Might Be Using a Veterinary Virtual Assistant
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Over 10,000 dogs and cats reunite with their families, thanks to the Return to Home Challenge
In 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 organization and community. A total of 140 organizations across the United States participated. $300,000 in grant prizes were awarded to winners. Maddie’s Fund®, Michelson Found Animals Foundation and Petco Love awarded prizes for...
Naughty Dog was Caught Red Handed For Creating a Mess with Milk Powder
People say that living with a dog is like having a toddler or an extra child at home. That is definitely true because they also need your constant care and have the cutest quirks you’ll ever see. Dogs are too playful as well, that sometimes they could make quite a mess at home. You’ll either find them scattering food on the floor, digging soil out of plant pots, or spilling their water. Sometimes they do things to satisfy their curiosity. If your kitchen’s not dog-proofed, it’ll be easy for your pup to reach for human...
Beloved Comedian And Animal Advocate Paul O’Grady’s Dead At 67
Beloved comedian, animal advocate, and drag queen Paul O’Grady has passed away, but not before leaving a legacy behind. According to CNN, Grady unexpectedly passed away on March 28, 2023 at the age of 67. Photo: Flickr/Sarah License: CC BY 2.0 Paul’s husband, Andre Portasio, announced the tragedy, ABC 25 WPBF News reported. He said: “It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening. We ask, at this difficult time, that whilst you celebrate his life you also...
True Love: Dog Can’t Stop Looking For The Neighbor’s Pitbull Out The Window
Many of us can remember when we had our first crush. It is something that felt so real, and often, it was heartbreaking when things didn’t work out as we would like. Apparently, humans are not the only ones who can have a crush because Hank, a rescue dog, has a crush on the pitbull next door. He is so enamored with that girl that he goes to the window every day to look for her. Photo: YouTube/Cuddle Buddies Sometimes when he looks, he can see Penny out and about. At other times, he just has to look out the window longingly and wish she...
