The Reason Black Cats Are A Symbol Of Bad Luck
The place where I’m currently living doesn’t allow pets which is a total shame because I would love to have a little black cat. I love black cats and always have. Unfortunately, black cats often have a stigma attached to them. They’re often seen as symbols of bad luck. But where did that start? Well, Jackson Galaxy shared some insight into the long history of black cats. Photo: Youtube/Jackson Galaxy As he explained in the video, “It’s true – black cats have been truly vilified throughout our history, from...
Mom Puts GPS Tracker On Cat And Discover He’s Living A Double Life
Cats are curious animals and they often don’t love staying cooped up inside. Growing up, my family’s cats were always indoor-outdoor cats, where they could come and go as they pleased. Sometimes, they’d disappear all day outside and just come in for bedtime and food. It’s a freeing way for a cat to live, but it always left us wondering: What did our cats get up to all day? Where did they go? What did they do? It was always a mystery. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Tinos the Cat Mom is someone who understands this all too well...
Meet Pumuckel, The World’s Smallest Pony
When most people think of horses or ponies, they picture majestic animals that tower over their handlers. But some ponies can be quite small, especially Shetland ponies. Just take Pumuckel, for example. He’s a Shetland pony who lives with Carola Weidemann in Western Germany. Unlike most Shetland ponies, though, Pumuckel isn’t a large animal. In fact, he’s quite small – likely the smallest pony in the whole world! Pumuckel measures just 50 centimeters (a little over 19 inches) in height and weighs 35 kilos (77 pounds)....
Young Girl Performs “Moon River” On Piano For Rescue Dog
Music is a universal language. It’s something that’s enjoyed by people around the world, and even by animals. One family that knows this all too well is the Barton family. Paul Barton lives in Bangkok with his wife, 7-year-old daughter Emilie, and their many rescue dogs. Photo: YouTube/Paul Barton Paul is a musician and artist by trade, and he regularly plays music for animals to enjoy, including elephants! But there’s one animal, in particular, who loves his music and that’s his rescue pup, Sharky. It’s not just...
Miniature Donkey Says “Hello” To His Family Every Morning
An adorable donkey named Hank has become a viral sensation thanks to the adorable way he greets people. In fact, every morning, he wakes up and says “hello” to his family and it’s quite cute! Hank the donkey lives at the Triple Brook Farm in Ball Ground, GA, with his family. In a video shared by the popular YouTube channel We Love Animals, Hank’s owner, Tabatha, calls Hank’s voice “shocking” because of how loud it is. She said, “It’s kind of shocking. He’s a little guy and he has a...
Deaf Dalmatian Gets Her Own “Service Dog” When Family Adopts New Puppy
Meet Poppet and Poppy, a deaf dalmatian and her service dog sister. The two live in Edinburgh, Scotland with their parents, 33-year-old Kaylee Hughes and 37-year-old David Hughes, and share about their life on Instagram: When Kaylee and David first welcomed Poppet into their home, they knew she was deaf. They picked her out at just 2 weeks old and by 6 weeks, they realized that she was deaf. Because they recognized her disability at such a young age, they were able to teach her sign language and hand signals to communicate and Poppet caught...
Great Dane Begs At Refrigerator In Hopes Of Getting Some Ice Cubes
When I think of treats my dog loves, I envision bones, dog biscuits, meat scraps, and other highly-coveted “human” foods. It’s safe to say that many dog owners would agree that their canines love those same treats, but not every pooch is the same. Just take Perry the Great Dane, for example. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog Perry lives in Fairmont, West Virginia with his family and he’s got his puppy dog eyes and begging down to a T. But instead of begging for food from his owner’s dinner plate or treats from the biscuit...
Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs: Prevention and Treatment
Panting more. Getting tired on walks. Not wanting to go up or down the stairs. It’s normal for dogs to slow down as they age, but sometimes it’s more than getting older. The early signs of heart disease can be subtle, but it’s important to recognize them. Early diagnosis and treatment of some heart diseases can slow down or prevent congestive heart failure in dogs. What causes congestive heart failure in dogs? Heart disease, which can develop into heart failure, is commonly seen in older dogs. According to veterinary...
7 Cat Breeds That Don’t Mind Cold Weather
As cooler weather begins to arrive, many of us find that the chill in the air is a bit difficult to ignore. While a good many cats are the same way, there are some breeds that are fairly impervious to the cold. While that doesn’t mean they should be outside in chilly temperatures on a regular basis, the following cats may not mind checking out a dusting of snow. Himalayan Cat PHOTO: PIXABAY / NO-LONGER-HERE Himalayan cats are known to be gentle, playful, and easygoing. They’re even easygoing about the cold. That’s because...
The Top 5 Emotional Support Breeds for Working with Children
Some dogs are just better suited for tasks than others, much like people. As far as emotional support animals (ESAs), there are a lot of them, but some are ideal for the job. At this point, it’s pretty well established that pets improve mental health in people experiencing crises, including stress, sadness, or loneliness. We’re profiling the Top 5 large-breed ESAs that stand out from the rest of the pack for their caring natures and gentle manner when it comes to supporting kids’ emotional health. They’re all winners...
