Golden Lab Unrecognizable After Playing In The Mud
A sweet pup from Australia is taking the internet by storm thanks to his passionate love for the mud. As a dog owner, there’s something special about watching my pup play freely in the yard. He loves to run and sprint off-leash, but there’s one thing that really makes me second-guess letting him go free and that’s mud. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog I know if I get my dog run freely, he’ll do everything in his power to find the wettest, muddiest spot in the yard to plop down in. It’s like he can’t help it. Otis...
All About Dog Massage
If you have ever benefited from massage therapy in your own life, chances are you may be wondering if your dog can receive this bodywork in similar ways. The answer is a resounding YES! The benefits of dog massage are practically endless and with minimal contraindications. So how do you know if your dog needs a massage, and more importantly, how do you massage a dog? Rest assured I’ve got you covered — answering all of your burning questions about dog massage and how to incorporate it into your pup’s life. The history...
Making Essential Oil Blends for Your Dog
From pest repellents to breath fresheners, these fragrant and effective essential oil blends are created especially for dogs. Anyone who has worked with essential oils, as I have, knows how amazing they are. When high quality products are used properly, essential oils offer profound healing effects to both humans and dogs. This article presents some canine-designed essential oil blends you can make at home for everything from nausea and bad breath to repelling ticks and other pests. A long history The distillation and use of essential oils...
How to Set Up a Dog Room
If your house has a spare room or even a large walk-in closet, you might give your dog his or her own room. A dog room keeps your dog’s belongings contained in one area of your home. A bedroom for the dog can even be an alternative to having a crate and can give your dog her own place to relax in the house or be a place to play when weather gets cold. Plus, it’s fun to decorate! What is a dog room? A dog room is an area of your home dedicated specifically for your dog and her needs; it helps you manage your dog, keeping her safe...
Woman Rescues a Plover’s Baby Chick Who Got Stuck in a Drain
Humans and animals don’t share the same language but they can understand each other. Both can still build connections and establish a relationship like pet parents to their fur babies. There are also instances in which animals would help humans and even vice versa. Those kinds of situations provide harmony to the world. Especially now that animal habitats are changing into cities, factories, or residential areas. Humans would often find themselves amidst interactions with animals. Photo: Instagram/her_ausventure Most people would...
Rescuers Follow Footprints In The Snow And Find Cold Pittie Hiding From The Storm
With winter in full swing, there’s little better than being cozied up inside with a warm fire. Snowstorms have hit cities across the country, but sadly, not everyone has the luxury of staying warm or even staying inside. The same is true not only for people but for pets too. Thousands of dogs live on the streets, either as a result of being born there or being abandoned. It’s a hard life but when winter storms hit, it’s even more difficult. Photo: YouTube/Stray Rescue of St. Louis Everyone deserves to have shelter and when...
Stray Dog Called Dangerous And Unadoptable Turns Into A Gentle Giant
A stray dog destined for euthanization was given a second chance at life and he proved all reports wrong! According to a video shared by the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, Augustus was found tied up in someone’s backyard. Photo: YouTube/Mohawk Hudson Humane Society No one is sure what his life was like before being dumped in the yard, but based on his behavior, he had a rough time. When Augustus first arrived at the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, he was incredibly reactive. In fact, Nancy Haynes, the director of behavior and enrichment at...
Greyhound Rescued From Racing Learns To Trust Again
Despite the efforts of dog lovers and animal activists alike, greyhound racing continues to be a prevalent sport today. The dogs who come out of the sport are often traumatized and in need of some serious TLC, but it can be hard to find families willing to put in the work to help them. Photo: YouTube/Cuddle Buddies Darcy is one dog that made it out of the sport, but she didn’t come out unharmed. After the rough training and having little-to-no human contact, the poor greyhound was taut with anxiety. Thankfully, she didn’t have to...
Alaskan Malamute Meets Baby Brother For The Very First Time
Welcoming a baby into the family is an exciting time, but it can be extra stressful for those who own dogs. You never know how a pet will react to a new baby brother or sister. Some dogs are jealous and don’t enjoy having a new baby around, but others step up as guardians and commit to protecting the family’s new bundle of joy. Photo: YouTube/Life with Malamutes Teddy the Alaskan Malamute falls into the later category and it was so sweet watching him meet his new little brother! In a video shared by the popular YouTube channel...
TSA Agents Surprised To Find Live Cat Hidden In Checked Suitcase
It’s no secret that cats can be masters of hiding. We once tore the entire house apart searching for my friend’s cat, going as far as to look outside and under cars. The cat was nowhere to be found, she’d completely vanished. But that evening, we saw her casually stroll out from my friend’s closet, a closet we searched at least 3 times. It was a relief, but also frustrating. There’s just something about perfect little hiding spots that have an allure to cats. They love tucking themselves into boxes, drawers,...
