The Truth About Puppy Dog Eyes and What They Do to Us
You know the look — that puppy-dog-eyed glance. Your dog raises his eyebrows, flashes a fretful face and you stop in your tracks. You’ll do nearly anything to appease him. Treat? Car ride? Steak? Gucci collar? $500 orthopedic bed? Recent research reveals that our emotional response to those puppy dog eyes is part of an intense bond between humans and dogs that has likely been in the works for tens of thousands of years. What are puppy dog eyes? So, what exactly are puppy dog eyes? “I describe it as (dogs) looking either...
Dogs and Chocolate — What to Know and What to Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate
Most of us have heard that chocolate is not good for dogs, but just how bad is it? And what happens if dogs eat chocolate? It actually depends on how much and what type of chocolate a dog eats. (Yes, some types of chocolate are actually worse for dogs than others.) Read on to find out everything you need to know about dogs and chocolate toxicity. Are certain types of chocolate worse for dogs? Photography by Katie_Martynova/Thinkstock. 1. Methylxanthines are the real reasons for chocolate poisoning in dogs. Two substances found in...
Video Compilation Shows The Moment Animals Are Rescued And Given Their First Taste Of Freedom
Most of us couldn’t even imagine what it would be like not to be free. We appreciate our freedom and the ability we have to move about, but that isn’t the way it is for every living being on the planet. In fact, some of them struggle just to get by from one day to the next, and that includes many animals. Photo: YouTube/Wicked Wombat In many cases, we aren’t even aware of the situations that these animals are going through. Some are kept for breeding purposes, others are kept for entertainment but often, they are not given...
Woman Rescues Baby Mouse From The Claws Of A Chicken And Now They Are Celebrating One Year Together
Most people love animals and they want to do what they can to care for them in the best way possible. At times, this may mean putting out some food and at other times, it could mean bringing an animal into your home. Of course, when most people think about having a pet, they automatically think about having a dog or cat. Some people may even think about an unusual animal, such as a rabbit but in reality, any animal can make a good pet if you know how to care for them and are willing to go the extra mile. Photo: TikTok/@daniellemulcahy2 One...
Bulldog Loves Seeing His Picture on the Wall as Employee of the Month!
Reuben the Bulldog is one of the famous canine stars on YouTube! But this bulldog is actually down-to-earth, not letting fame and success get into his head even though he’s also the CEO of CafePress where a lot of cute merchandise for dogs and dog owners are sold. Photo: YouTube/Reuben the Bulldog Reuber’s ultimate satisfaction? Getting awarded as “Employee of the Month”. Yes, he does not mind getting his paws dirty in service of customers, carrying heavy boxes of merchandise, and cleaning up their place at the end of...
Abandoned Cat Left Behind When Owners Move Away Learns To Love Again
We live in a world that is uncertain in many different ways. We might be doing quite fine at one moment and then in the next moment, we lose almost everything. It’s a sad reality, and perhaps what is even sadder is the fact that our pets are often the ones who suffer the most from it. That being said, a loving parent to a furry family member would never think about abandoning them or leaving them behind just because times got tough. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Unfortunately, that isn’t the case in every family, and in San Bernardino,...
Worried Woman Takes Kitten To The Vet And Her Diagnosis Leaves The Internet In Stitches
We do what we can to take care of the animals that are in our families. Some people refer to them as our pets but we know better, they are our children, brothers, and sisters. When we take care of an animal, we realize that they are going to give us much more in return. That is why we provide them with the best of the best when it comes to good food, good company, and a nice place to sleep. Photo: flickr/Jennifer C Of course, when something goes wrong, we also want to make sure that they are well taken care of. This might mean buying them...
Heart Cancer in Dogs is a Real Thing. Know the Signs, Causes, and Treatments
Just hearing the C word makes most of us shudder in fear. A disease or condition that spares no creature, even invertebrates can get tumors. Because cancer is so prevalent, it’s wise to know the symptoms of the various forms it takes. That includes cancer in our pets. When it comes to dogs, not all tumors are cancerous. Oftentimes, you’ll see a dog with fatty tumors, especially as they age. While unsightly, they’re not life-threatening and won’t impact the quality of life the animal experiences. But what about tumors...
Dad Wants To Give Away Daughter’s Cat Without Permission
We’re diving in straight with this one, people. I’m not sure why, but I feel like the way Reddit user FROGarrow started her post just gives you the frustration she feels with what happened to her. PHOTO: Unsplash/Kelly Sikkema There’s not really much backstory here; OP opens her story by saying that her father asked her for pictures of her cat the moment she went to her mom’s house. She asked why but was met with no answer until she eventually called her father. Turns out, her father was giving away OP’s cat,...
Do You and Your Dog Share the Same Personality? Research Says it’s Likely You Do!
New research suggests that humans and their canine companions share similar traits or personalities. For instance, if you have an easy-going and perennially sunny outlook, chances are you might be the pet parent of a golden retriever, a breed known for its sweet, unflappable disposition. Seeing as you’d want a pet that matched your temperament and energy levels, this doesn’t really seem all that earth-shattering. Setting aside the obviousness of that line of thinking, the study surveyed more than 1,500 past and present dog owners...
