Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental 8-lb. and 20-lb. bags Recalled
Nestlé Purina PetCare Company has initiated a voluntary recall of its Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental dog food due to elevated levels of Vitamin D. The U.S Food and Drug Administration has confirmed two cases of dogs becoming sick after consuming the product. Photo: Pexels / Cup of Couple The symptoms of Vitamin D toxicity include vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst and urination, excessive drooling, and kidney dysfunction. If a pet experiences these symptoms, owners should contact a veterinarian. What is...
Snowmobile Tour Group Captures Scary Encounter with Bison in Yellowstone Park Video
A video shared on YouTube depicts a group of snowmobilers in Yellowstone Park having a frighteningly close encounter with a herd of bison that are not amused by their presence. What was most likely upsetting the furry beasts more than anything else was the noise of the snowmobiles. Bison are regularly rounded up with helicopters in many places, and the sound has become associated with unpleasant memories for them. Now, for instance, when motorcyclists in South Dakota pass through the Custer State Park during the annual Sturgis rally, bison...
Biewer Terrier: One of America’s Newest Toy Breeds
The Biewer Terrier became a fully recognized breed with the American Kennel Club in 2021. Since then, his striking appearance and charming personality have won over many dog lovers in this country. How do you pronounce Biewer? Just like “beaver.” Now, let’s dive into everything you need to know about the Biewer Terrier’s history, size, temperament, activity level and care. Where does the Biewer Terrier come from? The breed originated in Germany. How did the Biewer Terrier get his name? From the creators of the breed,...
Does Your Dog Make the List of the Dumbest Dog Breeds?
(Updated by the Dogster Editors) The Border Collie is widely considered to be the world’s smartest dog breed (with the Poodle coming in close second). If some are the smartest, it only makes sense that some dog breeds are the dumbest, right? What makes a dog dumb or smart So, what is the criteria to determine dog breed intelligence? A study on canine intelligence was published in 2022 in Scientific Reports by University of Helsinki researchers entitled Breed differences in social cognition, inhibitory control, and spatial...
Animals at Risk: Texas Zoos Raise Awareness and Increase Protection After Recent Crimes
An individual has been arrested in connection to the suspected theft of two emperor tamarin monkeys from the Dallas Zoo, as well as allegedly tampering with other animal habitats at the zoo, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Davion Irvin, 24, was taken into custody and charged with six counts of non-livestock animal cruelty. As People reports, The Dallas Police Department believes that Irvin was attempting to commit another crime at the Dallas World Aquarium at the time of his arrest. Photo: Adobe Stock / cheekylornsTwo emperor tamarin...
Treating My Disabled Therapy Dog with Integrative Medicine
Ichabod is a disabled Alaskan Malamute who was rescued from the dog meat trade, but nothing stops him from being an involved member of his community who volunteers his time to help others! Ichabod was rescued by No Dogs Left Behind, and I adopted him in February 2021. He has a disability (luxated patellas, meaning displaced kneecaps), but he still loves to walk and play with his two- and four-legged family members. He’s even a certified therapy dog! Ichabod needs more medical care than most dogs, and as his mom, I’m hoping that...
Video Of A Bird That Looks Like A Gorilla Captivates Reddit
Look! It’s a bird! No, it’s a gorilla! Wait… Is it a bird? Yes. Yes, it’s a bird. Though it sounds like I’m talking about a huge bird, it’s actually just its bill that’s large. It’s a large-billed crow. PHOTO: Flickr/Imran Shah Have you seen a swole-looking crow? Probably not. But it’s not actually displaying any signs of intimidation here. In a video that’s resurfaced once again on Reddit, a large-billed crow can be seen looking like it’s posturing and, with the video’s...
A Crow Takes Delight in Receiving Good Feather Brushes From a Human
Like humans, animals lead their daily lives with a routine of the things they love. Even when those creatures are in the wild, they have time to lounge, a moment to have fun, and fulfill responsibilities. Interestingly, animals also have their favorite part of the day, sometimes involving a person. Dogs are excited about daily walks and playing with their human best friends. Whereas some pets, like cats, prefer quiet alone time and cuddling with human parents. Even with the language barrier, they’d tell you whether they love the...
Search and Rescue Dogs in Northern Ireland Deploy to Turkey to Assist in Quake Efforts
After the devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria, help began pouring in from around the world. Unfortunately, one of the most needed resources is specially trained canines for search and rescue efforts. Dogs, who weigh less than humans and have a much better sense of smell and hearing, are well-suited for the difficult work of locating survivors. Many have arrived but more are still needed. Now, a search and rescue charity from County Down in Northern Ireland is preparing to deploy to one of the hardest-hit regions to try to assist...
Stray Cat Follows Dog Home And The They Become Instant BFFs
An unlikely friendship formed when a stray cat decided to follow an Australian Shepherd home one day. It all started when Cay was taking his dog, Coconut, out for a walk around the neighborhood. Suddenly, a stray cat appeared and started begging Coconut for attention! Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Photo: YouTube/The Dodo In an interview with The Dodo, Cay explained, “[The cats] meowing at her, and he’s purring and loving all over her. And the next thing you know, he’s best friends with my dog.” The trio continued their walk...