What Are the Best Family Dogs?
Choosing the best family dog is not as easy as one might think yet can be a fun process for the entire family. Determining who we are as a family, what we are bringing to the table, we can’t only think about what kind of dog we want, because the dog is only half the equation; we are the other half. Which dog is best for your family depends on knowing your own family’s desires: lifestyle, time available to spend training a dog, ages and energy level of the children and energy to help integrate a dog into your family and, yes, your...
Mako The Pittie Hops Up On The Kitchen Counter And Acts Like A Cat
Mako the 3.5 yr old pitbull lives with Bethany and Samantha Castiller, but he’s not like a regular pitbull. Bethany and Samantha regularly share about Mako’s antics on Instagram, dubbing him “Mako the Cat Dog.” Photo: YouTue/The Dodo The reason for his nickname? Mako loves to jump on high surfaces, much like cats like to do. As the family shares on Instagram, Mako will curl on the coffee table to take a nap: He’ll perch on the kitchen counter with the cats: He’s even made his way to the top of the...
Taking a Hike… with Your Cat? It’s Possible, But Be Sure to Follow These Tips
You’re enjoying the scenery on a wooded trail: the tall trees, a stream peeking through the pines, possibly a deer enjoying some lunch off in the distance. What makes it all the more enjoyable, though, is your 12-pound hiking companion: your cat. What? It’s totally possible. Haven’t you seen all the adventure cats? Or checked out the Hiking with Cats Instagram page? While many cats are not on board with such activities, some may enjoy it. If yours seems like she might, there are some important things to keep in mind before...
Survey Finds Holiday Shoppers Intend to Spend More Time and Money on Pets This Year
A recent study conducted by PetSmart and Wakefield Research asked 1,000 U.S. pet parents about their holiday plans this year, and the answers should come as no surprise if you’re one of the millions of pet owners in America. The pet industry rakes in billions of dollars each year as more and more people tend to treat their pets like kids. We buy them things and spend money on them even when it means we go without or, at the very least, have to cut back on our own needs. Photo: The Animal Rescue Site Store Holiday Shopping for Pets With...
Terrified Dog Who’d Spent Most of His Life Chained Slowly Blossoms Thanks to Foster’s Patience
This story is about a dog from our shelter friend, American Belgian Malinois Rescue. ABMR, based in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, saves the lives of Malinois. The Animal Rescue Site is proud to share their stories. You can learn more about their work here! Guest post by Teresa Hatcher. January 5, 2022, also known as day #1,825… or is it day #2,555? I’m not sure. Most of the days of my life are the same. I drag a huge, heavy 40-inch chain back and forth, around in circles and back and forth again. I chew on rocks or bits of trash that...
Chocolate Lab with Separation Anxiety Cuddles with Sweet Puppy for Comfort on TikTok
Each of us must find comfort where we can get it. It’s no different with pets, as can be seen in a heartwarming TikTok video recently depicting a large chocolate Lab suffering from separation anxiety. It’s definitely your pick-me-up for the day if you haven’t already seen it. Even if you have, it’s worth a second go around. After all, touching dog and cat videos are some of the most popular content on the internet today. Photo: TikTok/billiethelab_ Separation Anxiety in Pets A lot of pets around the world experienced...
U.K. Jeweler Makes $876,819 Bling for Dogs
If you’re wealthy, chances are you splurge on your pets more than the average dog or cat owner. If you’re stinking rich, you’re probably spending more on them than the average worker makes in a month — or even a year. For those that fall into this category, you may want to check out the designs created by London-based canine entrepreneur Nathalie Knauf. She made the news recently for her latest creation for pampered pets, a piece of diamond-encrusted bling that costs an eye-watering $876,819! Jewelry for Dogs For...
15 Ways That Dogs & Cats Act Just Like Children
Having dogs and/or cats is just like having kids, don’t you agree? If not, then you clearly don’t share a home with an animal. They get jealous, possessive, and will act up to get our attention. They have unique personalities, just like kids, and some are more like the mischievous yet lovable, Dennis the Menace. No matter their personality, all pet parents can agree that their furry companions act a lot like children. Check out the list of ways and feel free to add any we forgot in the comments. Photo: Unsplash/Chewy Form close...
Austin Animal Welfare Policy in 2023
Nov 04, 2022 When I moved to Austin in the 90s, the city looked much different than it does today. The population stood under 600,000, what would become a booming tech culture was in its infancy, traffic was manageable, and the city’s weirdly famous motto wasn’t even a thing. Austin was also more than a decade away from being heralded as a leading No Kill city in the United States. I can still feel the revulsion that jolted through me when I learned that 85% of pets—more than 25,000—were killed in the city shelter each...
Companion Animal Healthcare Market – Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 – 2027)
Certain factors that are responsible for the growth of the companion animal healthcare market are increasing pet adoption across the world, rising government initiatives for animal health, and growing technological advancements in animal healthcare. A significant rise in the adoption of pet animals, including dogs, and cats, has been observed in recent years. The developed countries represent a significantly large share in companion animal ownership, owing to the favorable economic conditions and several other factors. For example, according...
