Diaz Dixon Talks About Belonging, Friendraising, and Uncomfortable Conversations
[embedded content] We’re thrilled to introduce you to Diaz Dixon, HASS’s new Maddie’s® Advisor of External Affairs and Partnerships. Diaz joins HASS in this role after serving on the project’s executive committee. Diaz is a human service provider turned community patron passionate about targeted messaging and relationship building to enhance business development and self-growth. You may have seen his well-received TEDx Talk about the challenges of preconceived notions and how they shape and impact our realities. In...
Catch up with the Return to Home Challenge on social media
There’s just 11 more days left in Return to Home Challenge, and we are loving what we are seeing on social media! Don’t forget to use the hashtag #ReturnToHomeChallenge when posting on your channels. Let’s see what a few of you have been up to this month! Salt Lake County Animal Services partook in a reunion, three months in the making. Cabot Animal Support Services held a microchip checkpoint event. Fearless Kitty Rescue held a microchip clinic. Please help us spread the word about our FREE microchip clinic next Saturday...
Cat Adorably Twitches During Game Of Peek-A-Boo With Mom
Cats are a lot of fun to have around, and one of the best parts of having a cat is getting to know its unique quirks and personality traits. Jessica (TiTok user @jessicanicolec) has the priveledge of being Mom to an orange tabby cat named Alfredo and he has a funny little habit. Photo: TikTok/@jessicanicolec As it turns out, Alfredo has an adorable little eye twitch that he can’t seem to contain! Jessica filmed herself playing “peek-a-boo” with her cat, a game Alfredo can’t resist. However, the silly cat can’t...
Expert Explains The Reasoning Behind Different “Angry Sounds” That Cats Make
Have you ever noticed the angry noises cats make? Between the hisses, growls, snarls, and other sounds cats make, it can be hard to decipher exactly what they’re saying. Of course, cat owners want to do their best to understand their furry companions, and that’s where the renowned cat expert Jackson Galaxy comes in. Photo: Unsplash/Marlon Soares He took to YouTube to explain the meaning behind 7 different angry cat noises and it’s fascinating to hear. In the video, Jackson explains, “The cat verbal vocabulary is vast!...
The Purple Leash Project Helps Victims of Domestic Violence and Their Pets Stay Together
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This year, ABC talk show host Tamron Hall is marking it by joining forces with the Purple Leash Project. Founded by Purina and RedRover, it gives victims and their pets a safe place to escape abuse at the hands of domestic partners who are prone to fits of violence. “You have family shelters around the country, but most of them can’t accept pets,” Hall stated. “Here’s the problem, nearly half of people who are in homes where there’s domestic...
Wearing a Muzzle Should Be Part of Every Dog’s Training!
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Woman Attempts To Groom An Entire Litter Of Husky Puppies
Anyone whose familiar with huskies knows how much of a handful they can be. Beyond their high maintenance attention and exercise needs, they also require a lot of grooming to keep their coats nice and their nails trimed. Vanessa of Girl With The Dogs is an experienced groomer and one thing she’s learned over the years is how much work it is to groom a husky. Photo: YouTube/Girl With The Dogs She’s shared videos in the past of how dramatic huskies can be during grooming, as they tend to be quite opinionated and loud. Despite that,...
On a Tight Budget? BarkBox Just Announced Set Prices on Dog Food For the Life of Your Pet
As rising prices and increased pet surrenders continue to make the news, BarkBox just announced its intention to lock in prices on dog food brands for the duration of your pet’s life. This could actually be of great help to people who are struggling right now. If you’re not familiar with BarkBox, it’s a fun subscription service where each month your pet or pets receive a box crammed full of goodies, like toys, treats, and pet food samples tailored to your doggos. You get to set the preferences, so it’s not a random...
Earth’s Wildlife Is In Trouble, But How Bad Is It?
Our planet’s wildlife is in danger. Each year, hundreds of species go extinct. But those are just the species we know about. Scientists don’t know exactly how dire the situation is for all life on Earth. Most countries lack national monitoring systems, making it difficult to reach a comprehensive figure. So, it’s difficult to count all wild animals on land and at sea. That doesn’t mean scientists aren’t giving it a shot. Photo: Adobe Stock / vaclavEach year, hundreds of species go extinct. The Living Planet Index...
Labrador Sees Cat Halloween Decorations And Doesn’t Know How To Reaction
Halloween is right around the corner and decorations are in full swing. Some people’s yards are full of spooky or fall-themed decor, ranging from pumpkins to skeletons and everything in between! One classic Halloween decoration is a black cat. Those who are superstitious recognize black cats as meaning bad luck, so some people will put cut-outs or statues of black cats in their yards to add to the spooky factor. Plus, who doesn’t love some wholesome animal-inspired decor? Photo: TikTok/@lilyyyyyyyannnn Apparently, Maverick the...
