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...
Dog Cares for Kitten, Who Grows Up Thinking She’s Also a Dog
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! My Smudge came to me through 4 Paws Animal Rescue while I was in hospital after having back surgery. The lady that owns my place looked after her a few days until I got home, as I already had an adult cat and had experience with lots of kittens from cats that I have owned in the past. The lady thought I could help this little one. Smudge was only 3-weeks-old, and all her brothers and...
Playful Rescue Dog Teaches Himself To Sled In The Snow
Sledding is a favorite winter pastime and it’s enjoyed not just by humans but by animals as well! Just ask Harley, the 3-year-old rescue pup. According to ViralHog, Harley, a pit bull and rottweiler mix, was rescued as a puppy. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog At first, he was so sick that he couldn’t even walk. After he was nursed back to health, he learned to not only use his legs to walk but to run and play as well! In an adorable video, you can see Harley at his home in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Snow blankets the ground and Harley finds...
Bobcat Rescued in Southern California Released Back into the Wild After Receiving Treatment
What a glorious sight! A bobcat that was rescued by the San Diego Humane Society’s Humane Law Enforcement team was released back into the wild after receiving treatment and recovering in their care. More than three weeks ago, the bobcat was brought to their Pilar & Chuck Bahde Wildlife Center, where their wildlife specialists determined that he had likely been hit by a car. Once sedated, veterinarians at the center were said to administer pain medication before performing radiographs and treating the animal for abrasions and minor...
