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Overcrowded Animal Shelters: What You Can Do to Help Rescue Dogs in 2023
This year has begun badly for rescue dogs, particularly large-breed rescues. “Overcrowded animal shelters are turning away owners wanting to surrender their dogs because there is no room,” says Maria Dales, founder and director of California’s German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County. “With nowhere to take their unwanted dogs, owners seek the help of rescue groups; when rescues can’t help, there are no options left. We can’t ‘rescue’ ourselves out of this situation.” The best thing you can...
Why Dogs Need Variety in Their Food
Rotational Feeding Gives Them the Nutrition They Need It’s long been the advice of choice to put your dog on one food and keep her on it for her lifetime. But what if that isn’t exactly accurate? It is true that dogs who have been fed the same food for many years can experience stomach upset when abruptly changing their diet. But it is also true that feeding them the same meat and other ingredients day after day means your dog is not getting the wide range of amino acids and nutrients necessary for optimum health. Can You Switch...
A free editorial calendar template for your animal organization’s marketing efforts
Does your animal well-being organization use an editorial calendar to strategize and organize its marketing efforts? If not, or if you want some inspiration for your current plan, be sure to check out this toolkit from HeARTs Speak and Human Animal Support Services. Throughout the past year, the organizations have created a series of communications kits to help you talk to your constituents about the many ways that you are supporting people and pets (and how they can, too!). Now, they’ve created a way for you to use...
Bomb-Sniffing K9 Gets Some Sweet Comfort During A Thunderstorm
It doesn’t matter how big or tough we are. We all have a weakness. Even Superman had kryptonite, so it’s no surprise that even a bomb-sniffing K9 would also have a fear. Fortunately, the dog was not alone as he went through a difficult time. It happened when bad weather rolled through Johnson County, and Senna, a police dog trained to sniff bombs, was not fond of the loud noises. Photo: Pexels/Moritz Böing The police officer from Olathe, Kansas, was quick to pick up the dog and cuddle close under an umbrella. Senna seemed to...
Vet Tech Shares “Warning Labels” She’d Give To Different Dog Breeds
It’s no secret that different dog breeds boast different personalities and traits. While each individual animal is unique in its own right, dogs of the same breed tend to have similar features and personalities that they’ve been bred for years to exhibit. Oftentimes, we hear about the positive stereotypes of different breeds, like the happy-go-lucky personality of a golden retriever, or the bold and spunky attitude of a husky. But what about the other side? Photo: Pexels/Kateryna Babaieva A veterinarian assistant (who goes on...
Ralphie The “Whole Jerk Demon Dog” Finds A Family Willing To Adopt Him
French bulldogs are in high demand, and they can sell for a lot of money. They’re so popular as a breed that they’re even stolen at alarming rates as people do whatever it takes to get their hands on one. With that in mind, you’d think a French bulldog at an animal shelter wouldn’t have problems finding a home, but Ralphee the Frenchie proved challenging to place. Photo: Pexels/Pixabay Ralphie was surrendered to the Niagara ASPCA in western New York after going through two different homes. The shelter shared about...
Man Claims ChatGTP Saved His Dog’s Life When The Vet Couldn’t Figure Out A Diagnosis
A dog owner is thanking artificial intelligence for saving his dog’s life when the veterinarian couldn’t figure out what was wrong. Twitter user @peakcooper (who identifies as Cooper on the app) is the proud dog dad to a border collie named Sassy. Photo: Pexels/Brixiv Unfortunately, Sassy’s health took a turn for the worse when she was diagnosed with a tick-borne disease and became severely anemic as a result of it. Cooper shared on Twitter that the vet started her on the proper treatment, and “despite a serious...
Important Info for Cat Owners: Did You Know Felines Can Get Heartworms? Regrettably, it’s True!
Similar to canines, cats can get heartworms after being bitten by an infected mosquito — although they are not nearly as susceptible to infection as dogs. According to the FDA, a cat is not a natural host of heartworms because the worms do not thrive as well inside of their bodies, but both indoor and outdoor cats are at risk for heartworm disease. This is news many feline lovers will find surprising, as we so often associate the debilitating illness with dogs. Regardless, if left untreated, heartworm disease will progress to damage the...
Veterinarians Look To Change The Industry With “Fear Free” Pet Care
Having a pet in the family is a big responsibility. They take a lot of attention and love, and they rely on us to take care of them. One thing most responsible pet owners do is ensure their furry friends have regular visits to the veterinarian. Just like humans, pets need regular check-ups and care, but unfortunately, many pets don’t get the care that they need. Photo: Pexels/Japheth Mast One reason some pet owners stay away from the vet’s office is because of the fear, anxiety, and stress that the visit causes their pets....
