How to Groom a Maltipoo
Maltipoos are one of the most commonly-spotted dogs at pet salons, says Paige McIlwain, director of training at Salty Dawg Pet Salon. That’s because their fur, like other mixed breed Oodles and Oos, is a combination of two breeds with very different coats. A Maltese has thin, straight-to-wavy silky hair, while the Poodle has thick curly course hair. Depending on genetics, says Paige, “Maltipoo coat types can be closer to one of those breeds or anything in between.” The varied coat textures put each Maltipoo in a unique...
This Person Works Hard at Home Under the Supervision of a Cat
Cats are highly inquisitive creatures. When something catches their attention, they’ll observe it and even try to interact with it. It will roam indoors and outdoors to go out for an adventure — feeding their curious minds. You’ll even notice that they observe what you do, and it even reaches the point that they’ll approach you to see things closely. One of the things that humans do that cats find fascinating is when you’re in front of a computer. Photo: Unsplash/Biel Morro The internet has a collection of cat...
The Know-Hows For When You Encounter A Stray Kitten
Have you seen the viral clip of that one guy that encountered a really really cute kitten on a road, and then a whole army of kittens popped out of nowhere with their adorable “ambush”? [embedded content] These tiny creatures are truly hard to ignore. No matter how much anyone claims to hate cats, I doubt they wouldn’t feel a tiny bit of a tug at their hearts if and when they see a kitten. For the person in the video above, he approached the kitten in hopes of rescuing and eventually adopting it. But exactly what does one do...
Dr. Dame Daphne Sheldrick Received Hugs in a Reunion with the Elephants She Raised During a Tumultuous Time
Animals with remarkable features have always had struggles with humans who see them as an income source. For instance, elephants were poached for their ivory tusks. Poachers illegally kill the elephants to sell their tusks in ivory trades because of its valuable price. For this reason, there has been a decline in elephant population and has badly impacted the younger ones. The calves get separated from their parents whenever poachers hunt for them. It’s a sad and cruel world out there for young ones to live by themselves —...
Mom Finally Figures Out Why Dog Was Barking At Window All Night
We bring dogs into our homes for a lot of reasons and for some of us, having the extra security they add is a big bonus. Dogs are great at alerting their owners to intruders so it’s important to listen when they bark – especially if they’re barking is out of the ordinary. When Christina Bingman’s dog, Alexa, started barking at the window one night, Bingman was understandably confused and a little concerned. Photo: TikTok/@ctinab2 According to The Dodo, Bingman immediately went outside to check on her family’s...
Volunteers Make Thanksgiving Feast For Utah Shelter Animals
The holidays are a time to spend with loved ones and the absence of family can really sting. That’s true not just for people but for animals as well. It can’t be easy living on the streets or in a shelter while everyone else carries on with life and holiday festivities. Photo: Facebook/Salt Lake County Animal Services Volunteers with the Salt Lake County Animal Services wanted to do their part to help the animals feel the holiday spirit, so they got up early on Thanksgiving Day and began cooking. By the end of the day, the...
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...
