Scientists Explore Developing Canine-Inspired Androids for Better Bonding with Humans
According to a recent article in Science Daily, “Robots with social behaviors have been proposed as a potential solution to ease people’s loneliness and the challenges of aging. Given the difficulty of creating robots that behave like humans, and the known benefits of the bond between owners and their dogs, some researchers are exploring the possibility of developing dog-inspired robots that can form similar bonds with humans.” The article goes on to explain that the endeavor requires a deeper understanding of specific dog...
Clever Ways To Attract Birds To Your Garden
The seasons are about to change, and soon we’ll be able to enjoy more warm weather. But it’s not only people that thrive in less frigid seasons – ever noticed how quiet it is during winter? Birds are too busy shivering and surviving the cold winter days to bring life to a quiet neighborhood. This is especially true for garden birds. PHOTO: Unsplash/Richard Bell If you’re excited to hear them sing once again, why not try attracting the birds into your garden? You’ll be feeding them and making them happy, and in...
Road Trip With Your Dog Tips
The key to a successful road trip with your dog is planning and preparation. Here are some road trip tips to help you plan out your big canine-filled travel adventure. First, start with a basic checklist and then fill in the details. Plan your pet-friendly route. Find pet-friendly hotels, restaurants and places to visit with your pet, like hiking trails. Call and confirm they are pet friendly if you can as websites are not always updated. Also make a list of emergency vets along your route. Research local vaccination requirements and laws...
Beyond Obedience: Why Your Dog Needs Behavioral Training Too
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Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: March Community Conversations, senior dog grants, and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. March Community Conversations are all about being open and inclusiveWith the Open Arms Challenge a little over a month away, now is the time to prepare. In addition to the dozens of resources available on the website, we have FOUR barrier busting centric Community Conversations during the month of March! Even if you are not participating in the Challenge, your organization can still benefit… Learn More National Shelter Programs SurveyGot a few minutes?...
Florida Proposes Bill To Ban Dogs From Sticking Their Head Out Car Windows
When driving along the road with dogs, it’s no secret that they love to stick their heads out the window and get some fresh air. There’s something joyous about the way they get so excited to take in the air and scenery. For dogs in Florida, that small joy may be a thing of the past since a proposed bill would make it illegal for dogs to stick their heads out of the car while it’s moving. Photo: Pexels/WW Under proposed Florida Senate Bill 932, it would be illegal to “allow a dog to extend its head or any other body...
Woman Spots Newborn Squirrel Struggling On The Ground And Welcomes Him In As A Pet
A tiny squirrel was given a second chance at life thanks to a Good Samaritan who uprooted her entire life to care for him. According to GeoBeats Animals, Ashley found Gordon in her driveway while taking out the trash back in August of 2021. It was evident that the tiny squirrel had fallen from a tree and was in separate need of some help. Photo: YouTube/GeoBeats Animals Unsure what to do, Ashely looked for local rehabbers to take the squirrel in. When that failed, she tried reuniting the tiny critter with his mom but that was also...
Cockatiel Does Yoga And Goes On Hikes With Her Favorite Human
When most people think of sweet and cuddly pets to own, they picture cats and dogs. Some people also branch into small rodents or bunnies, but few people think of birds. After all, they spend most of the time in cages, not cuddling or hanging out – right? As any true bird owner will tell you, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Birds, like cockatiels, require a lot of time, attention, space, and love. They might love being cuddled and doing stuff with their favorite people. They definitely form deep bonds with their...
Hiker Finds Three Abandoned Dogs On A Mountain And Sets Out To Save Them
According to The Dodo, a hiker named Veronica was exploring the Angeles National Forest with her dog when she noticed something unusual: Three large, black animals were scurrying around in the bushes. After getting a closer look, Veronica realized it was three large, black dogs that looked fairly malnourished. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo She tried wrangling the large dogs into her car to get them help, but they wouldn’t have it. They didn’t want anything to do with people, so Veronica left them some food and decided to return the next...
Dog Spends 500 Days In Shelter Before Finally Going Home With Her New Dad
No dog should have to spend its life in the shelter, but it’s a reality that many pups face. For a dog named Bonita, her lucky finally turned for the better after spending more than a year living in a kennel at the SPCA. Poor Bonita spent 500 days at the Niagara County SPCA, but she finally got to go home. Photo: Facebook/The Dodo In an interview with The Dodo, the SPCA’s event coordinator, Kimberly LaRussa, said that Bonita came to them as a stray. They had no idea what her background was like or where she came from, but they...
