Woman Issues Warning After Dog Dies In PetSmart Grooming
A former dog mom is issuing a warning to pet parents everywhere after her dog died on PetSmart’s grooming table. According to a video interview from the animal rights organization PETA, Ashley Ross took her dog, Kobe, to a PetSmart store in Pittsburgh for a routine nail trimming when the unthinkable happened. Photo: Wikimedia Commons Ross shared in the interview that because of COVID protocols, she wasn’t allowed to stay with Kobe while his nails were being trimmed, but the employees assured her it would only take around 10...
Fluffy Dog Can’t Stop Smiling When Owner Gives Him A Thumbs Up
A sweet Bichon Frise can’t stop smiling when his owner gives him a thumbs up, and it’s too adorable! Buddy is a six-year-old Bichon Frise that lives with his owner, Kelly Ellise Lockett, and her family in Liverpool, England. Photo: YouTube/Caters Clips The fluffy pup may be small, but he’s got a grand personality and is always smiling. He’s such a happy dog and always finds something to smile about, as captured in the video below. When Buddy’s owner threw him a thumbs-up, Buddy offered up a huge grin in return....
Blind Rescue Dog Finally Goes Home After 15 Months At The Shelter
When a dog enters a shelter, staff and volunteers generally hope to find a proper placement for the dog ASAP, either in a foster home or a loving forever home. Rescue placements don’t always happen quickly though, and in kill shelters, that means dogs who don’t find homes fast enough are tragically put to sleep. Photo: TikTok/@manytearsanimalrescue In no-kill shelters, dogs who can’t find homes are often left to live in kennels for weeks or months until a family finally comes along to adopt them. When a 5-year-old blind...
Plant-Based Behemoths: Which of Our Planet’s Large Mammals Are Vegetarian?
October 1 is World Vegetarian Day, which celebrates the benefits of vegetarianism, on both personal health and the environment. People may choose to mark the day by having plant-based meals with their friends. Many of the world’s biggest mammals always opt for plant-based meals because they’re herbivores. To mark World Vegetarian Day, let’s take a look at a few. American Bison PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / PHILIPBIRD123 American bison can weigh over 2,000 pounds and stand at over six feet tall at their humps, making them the largest...
Rescuers Break Pond Wall To Help Wild Elephant Trapped Inside
Wildlife rescuers in China were able to save an Asian elephant with the help of a sledgehammer and some creative thinking According to Inside Edition, a group of four elephants accidentally fell into a man-made concrete pond in China’s Yunnan Province and concerned witnesses called wildlife authorities for help. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition By the time rescuers arrived, just one elephant was left in the pond but it quickly became clear that she wasn’t having any success getting herself out of the water. The World Wildlife Fund...
How This Guy Makes $100k A Year Walking Dogs In NYC
If you love animals, you may have considered becoming a dog walker at some point or other. I know it’s something I considered growing up, but I didn’t think it could ever be much of a career. Instead, I thought it’d be fun to walk dogs as a side gig or hobby. Most people who want to make money and work with animals at the same time likely go into the veterinary field or something similar. Photo: YouTube/CNBC Make It However, a man named Ryan Stewart is proof that you can make big bucks with something as simple as walking...
Meet Doug, The Domesticated Prairie Dog That Travels Around The US
Growing up, I loved having pet rodents, particularly rats. They’re completely underrated as pets, in my opinion, as they’re trainable, affectionate, clean, and so tiny! My sister always preferred hamsters to rats, so we had both in the house – along with the occasional shrew or gopher the cat dragged in that we were determined to rescue. Photo: YouTube/SWNS Despite my love of rodents, I would’ve never considered bringing an exotic rodent home as a pet. Say, a prairie dog, for example. The thought didn’t always...
Tips on How To Tackle Clipping Your Dog’s Nails
Proper nail care isn’t simply a matter of aesthetics – your dog’s nails can contribute to their overall health. If left unclipped, they can become overgrown which not only makes walking uncomfortable but can also lead to long-term health issues. If you don’t know how to clip dog nails at home, don’t worry! We’ve put together a list of tried and true tips that will show you how easy it is to tackle clipping your dog’s nails. Get them comfortable having their paws handled Having their nails trimmed can...
Woman Rescues Stray Dog Who Lived In Dollar Store Parking Lot For Weeks
Dog rescuer and foster, Kristin, tirelessly works to save stray and abandoned dogs in Dayton, Texas. She is our hero and one of her recent rescues has touched the heart of people across the country. She captioned the rescue, “Cutest little find at the dollar store”. The adorable brown dog was spotted by Dollar General employees about three weeks ago. Kristin shared that there isn’t an animal shelter in the county, so it is up to individual rescues to help animals in need. Screenshot: TikTok/@erwin100315 She arrived at the...
The Latest in Dog Teeth-Cleaning Treats and Toys
Today, many dog teeth cleaning treats and toys exist to cut back on your dog’s plaque and tartar. Some can even lower biofilm buildup, according to Dr. Jan Bellows of Hometown Animal Hospital. Removing plaque helps cut back on foul breath and taking away biofilm buildup reduces inflammation at the gum line, says Dr. Bellows. Dog teeth cleaning treats Providing treats to your dog is fun, but teeth-cleaning dog bones and chews promote dental health because chewing actually lowers the amount of plaque on your dog’s teeth. Among newer...
