Neglected Husky Left To Be Euthanized Learns To Speak Up For Himself
A neglected husky has made an incredible transformation after being left for dead at the veterinarian’s office. Poor Ryker was abandoned by his former owner, who wanted nothing but for the dog to be euthanized. Thankfully, fate had other plans for Ryker and he’s now living his best life and speaking up for himself! Photo: YouTube/The Dodo In an interview with The Dodo, Hillary with Friends of Faye explained that Ryker’s owner surrendered him to the vet with a request to euthanize him. Thankfully, the veterinarian saw the...
Top 3 Mushroom Extracts for Senior Dogs and Cats
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3 Indoor Exercises for Dogs
Inclement can mean less time outside, so how can we tire a dog out without walking? Or play with a puppy indoors? Being inside with your dog doesn’t have to be dull. Check out these three boredom-busting activities: Train your dog indoors Mental exercise can be more tiring than physical exercise! Rewards-based training helps build skills, boost confidence and improve your bond with your dog. Teach puppies or brush up on life skills like: Check out this video if you need a visual: [embedded content] Find It is also a great skill to teach...
What’s New at the Vet’s Office
Your vet’s office is changing for the better! With the rise of telehealth doctors, there are now veterinarians that are leaning on virtual assistants to help support their practice. What is a Veterinary Virtual Assistant? Before we dive into how your veterinarian having a virtual assistant will benefit you, let’s go over what a virtual assistant actually is. A virtual assistant is someone who works remotely, and they have their own equipment. A veterinary virtual assistant (VA) provides a wide range of services...
Register now for My Dog is My Home’s Co-sheltering Virtual Conference
My Dog is My Home (MDIMH) is back with their annual C0-sheltering Conference, taking place virtually on March 21-23, 2023. Maddie’s Fund® is proud to sponsor this unique conference focused on how co-sheltering people and animals together fits into the wider struggle for a more just society. During the conference, you’ll hear inspirational stories of how companion animals provide safety & comfort and improve the physical & emotional health of people experiencing homelessness. You’ll also be able to network...
Massive Great Dane Adopts Tiny 1-Pound Rescue Kitten
Corbin the Great Dane has a thing for fostering kittens. In fact, he’s helped his human mama foster dozens of kittens in the past, but none have been quite like Potato. In an interview with The Dodo, Corbin’s mom, Karen, explained that Potato came to them as a tiny 1-pound rescue kitten. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo He was so small compared to the 160-pound dog, but Corbin was so gentle and nurturing, the two quickly formed a strong bond. As Potato grew, he began to really let his personality shine. He was comfortable with his Great...
Animal Protection Organization Sets World Record with Pet Vaccination Event
Vaccinating your pet is important for many reasons, including preventing disease and avoiding the need for costly treatments associated with preventable diseases. An animal organization in South Carolina got this message out to thousands of pet owners at a recent event, and set a record in the process. The Charleston Animal Society held VAX-A-PALOOZA earlier this month, an event at which pets received their shots and microchips for free. There was also a representative from Guinness World Records on hand to track their progress toward a goal:...
Rescuers Save Abandoned Dog Living In A Field Just Before The Winter Weather Sets In
Stray dogs are a sad reality of life. Around the world, many areas suffer from huge numbers of stray animals, and people are fighting every day to get them off the streets. Rescuers with DAR Animal Rescue in Greece regularly go out and care for local stray dog populations, rescuing the pups that’ve been abandoned and that need help. Photo: YouTube/DAR Animal Rescue Recently, they managed to save an abandoned, scared dog that was living in a field. Snow was starting to fall and they got to her just before the winter weather really set...
Feline Trivia for Cat Lovers That Help Define Their Uniqueness
Cats are unique creatures that humans began incorporating into their daily lives when they started transitioning from nomadic hunter-gatherers to more stationary farmers, prompting the development of ancient civilizations replete with burgeoning food supplies in need of guarding. Since then, they’ve featured prominently in history by morphing from tolerated sources of pest control to companion animals while attaining revered status in different parts of the world. Here are 5 interesting facts about domestic cats that you probably never...
Experts Warn Dog Flu Is On The Rise In The U.S.
This year was tough in regard to cold and flu season, and it’s not even over yet! It seems that flu season isn’t just spreading far and wide for people, but for our pets as well. According to CBS News, dog flu cases are on the rise in some areas of the country and experts are warning pet parents to be on the watch for the symptoms. Photo: Pexels/Lisa Fotios According to the outlet, areas with a notable increase in canine flu cases include Philadelphia, North Texas, and Minneapolis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,...
