Senior Dog Buried In Mats Finds New Zest For Life When Rescuers Shave Him
Matted fur is more than just a nuisance for a dog – it can be a dangerous medical condition. Matted fur pulls on the skin and can build up and become heavy, making everyday life painful and uncomfortable. One dog that knows this all too well is a senior pooch named Julian. According to a video shared by Save a Greek Stray, Julian was left outside his owner’s home to live on the streets after she passed away. Photo: YouTube/Save a Greek Stray He had been suffering for years from grooming neglect, but when his owner died, things...
Jogger Saves Puppy Trapped In Ocean Rocks With Tide Coming In
A one-year-old dog was given a second chance at life thanks to a keen-eared jogger in San Fransisco. According to an Instagram post by the San Francisco Animal Care and Control, the young Springer Spaniel had been buried under large rocks on Ocean Beach. Photo: Instagram/@sfanimalcareandcontrol The post explained that when the dog was discovered in the rocks, “It was low tide, and the water, while not very close at this point, was coming in.” They continued, “It is beyond lucky that we even got this call: someone was jogging...
Survey Reveals How Much Pet Parents Spend In The First Few Months Of Pet Parenthood
Welcoming a pet into the family is such a rewarding and exciting time, but it can also come at a cost. Not only do pets require a lot of care and attention, but they can also cost a lot of money. Photo: Pexels/Magda Ehlers One of the things that people should consider when adopting a pet is how much it’ll cost in the first few months. Thankfully, a recent survey might help take the guesswork out of it. The survey was conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Healthy Paws Pet Insurance. Photo: Pexels/Brett Sayles According to SWNS, the survey...
Sweet Dog Joins Baby Brother In His Crib For Snuggles
The relationship that can form between a dog and a child is so special. Someone who knows that all too well is Charlotte, mom to Bruno the dog and Aruthur the baby. Bruno was born in June 2020, while Aruthur was born in December of that same year. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Given the COVID-19 pandemic at that time and their closeness in age, it’s no surprise that the two spent a lot of time indoors together and developed a close bond. In an interview with The Dodo, Charlotte explained that Bruno developed a sweet habit of climbing into...
How to Care for a Blind Dog
The idea of caring for a blind dog can be intimidating: What special care needs to be taken? Is it possible to treat him as a normal dog? Are there extra financial stresses with the care of a blind dog? The care for a blind dog shouldn’t be any more imposing than that of a regular dog, says Paula Biancone, Director of Animal Welfare for Speak for the Unspoken, a nonprofit group based in Ohio, dedicated to caring for dogs with special needs. “Blind dogs, especially those who are born blind, have no idea they are blind,” says...
The Netherlands Plans To Ban Flat-Faced Dogs And Cats With Folded Ears
French bulldogs and Scottish Fold cats have recently been in the spotlight thanks to their spike in popularity. French bulldogs are the latest breed fad, with celebrities like Lady Gaga gaining national attention over her dogs. Likewise, Scottish Fold cats are all the rage in the world of feline ownership. Photo: Pexels/Pixabay While Frenchies and Scottish Folds are adorable, their physical features, namely their squished, flat faces and folded ears respectively, put them at risk for health issues. The health issues posed by these...
They Settle Conflict with Love, and More Facts About Bonobos
February 14 is Valentine’s Day, but it’s also World Bonobo Day. It’s probably appropriate, as these apes – closely related to humans – are known for being lovers, not fighters. Learn more about this endangered species as you get ready to woo that special someone. They Were Once Believed to be Another Chimpanzee PHOTO: PIXABAY / TSAUQUET Bonobos have been referred to as pygmy chimpanzees because scientists once thought they were a small version of chimpanzees. They were first classified separately in 1933. There...
More and More Dogs are Reportedly Going Back to Work with their Pet Parents
Companies are gradually allowing employees to bring their dogs to work with them as more and more people get back to the office. During the height of the pandemic, many workers found that their remote situations were ideal for pet parenting. But now that so many folks have headed back to the office, pet parents and their furry charges are experiencing a certain amount of regret and separation anxiety. With attitudes changing among the workforce about what is and isn’t acceptable for a balanced life, some businesses are apparently...
3 Fun Catnip Toys for Your Favorite Feline Valentine
It’s no secret many cats enjoy catnip, whether it’s dried or a living plant to roll around in. With that in mind, toys containing catnip make wonderful gifts for your putty tats regardless of the time of year, so why not get them some for Valentine’s Day? Surely you weren’t planning on not acknowledging them on the sweetest day of the year?! If your cat(s) are among those that react positively to it, then here are three natural cat toys made from recycled or recyclable products for you to consider. But first, did you...
Thyme is Just the Seasoning You Need to Adopt in Your Life Right Now
Looking for a shelter pet that brings a bit of spice to your life? We have just the seasoning for whatever you’re cooking up in your home, and it’s a sweet dog named Thyme. Currently a resident of the Pima Animal Care Center in Tucson, Arizona, this is what shelter staff there had to say about this fella: “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme… actually, forget the first three. Thyme is the most important ingredient and the only one that really matters! Ingredient for what, you ask? A happy life! He’s the main...
