Wild Alaskan Pollock: “The World’s Best Whitefish” for you and your pet!
When Alaska became a state in 1959, sustainability was written into its state constitution. Alaska is known for its sustainable fisheries, and they are also known for being among the best-managed fisheries in the world. Fish is globally renowned for the many incredible benefits it brings. It’s an excellent source of protein and chock-full of life-giving nutrients like Vitamin D, B2 and Magnesium, and it is high in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain and heart health. According to healthline.com, humans that eat fish...
How to Get a Puppy to Stop Biting
Biting is frustrating behavior for new puppy owners, but the behavior is very natural. Puppies aren’t trying to be mean or destructive when they bite at people or things, they are just exploring the world. That said, it’s important for puppies to learn to keep their mouths to themselves at a young age to prevent behavioral problems in the future: a puppy mouthing or biting is more socially acceptable than an adult dog mouthing at people. Training a puppy not to bite takes a patient and gentle approach. Why do puppies bite? Rather...
Moth Species with Nearly 10-Inch Wingspan Spotted in Washington State
A moth native to Asia has fluttered its wings on over to the United States and surprised agriculture officials in the process. The atlas moth, one of the largest moths in the world with a nearly 10-inch wingspan, was found outside a garage in Bellevue, Washington, in early July. After a University of Washington professor reported it to the Washington State Department of Agriculture, official confirmation came in from the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Investigation Service on July 27. This is believed to be the first time a confirmed...
Guest Walks Into Hotel Room And Finds Stray Cat Sleeping In Their Bed
A guest on holiday in Kuta Lombok in Indonesia was surprised to walk back to her hotel room and find an uninvited visitor had taken over! When they walked into the room, a stray black cat was sprawled across the top of the bed, enjoying a mid-day snooze. They shared with ViralHog: “At a holiday villa, I left the room to go to reception and came back to the cat in the bed.” Photo: YouTube/ViralHog It appears they left the door open to the room when they stepped away and the cat simply let itself in. Clever kitty! According to the...
Dog Tries To Mimic Wolf’s Howl At The Zoo
Pet parents in Germany got the enjoyment of a lifetime when they took their dog to the zoo in Neuruppin. The dog’s owners wanted to make memories with their pup and take him on adventures, so they planned a fun outing to the zoo to do just that. Zoos often have many different types of animals that might interest a dog, but it seems it was the animal closest to him that really piqued his interest: wolves. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog As wolves do, they let out some loud howls as the pet dog looked on. The dog couldn’t stop staring and...
Tiny Abused Dog ‘Talks’ To The People Who Rescued Him
A little Shih Tzu named Gremmy was given a second chance at life and he finally learned to trust his rescuers. The little pup was surrendered to a shelter by his abusive owner, but the damage had long been done. In a press release, rescuers explained that Gremmy arrived at the rescue filthy, matted, sick, and aggressive toward any human who approached him. Photo: YouTube/National Mill Dog Rescue He would need extensive rehabilitation, but even then, it was unclear if he’d ever adjust to life in a home with a family. The National Mill...
Man Who ‘Doesn’t Care for Cats’ Changes His Tune When One Adopts Him
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! My husband was never a cat person. Always dogs. I am a dog lover, too, and have had many over the years, but am now in my 70s, too old to do the required training. When our last dog passed away, we replaced the carpet and said, no more pets. Husband said, “I don’t care for cats. There’s the litter box to deal with, cat food stinks, they shed, etc., etc.” He never...
Golden Retriever Tries His Best To Get His Mom’s Chips On The Train
A golden retriever is going viral for his hilarious attempts at stealing his mom’s chips on the train. The dog, Huxley, was riding on the train in front of his mom, Ursula Aitchison. Ursula shared a photo series of the pup trying to steal her chips, or crisps, and people can’t get over how funny it is. In the photos, you can see Huxley sitting in front of his mom on the train, separated by a row of chairs. Ursula has Walker’s brand prawn cocktail-flavored chips out and the dog desperately wants a bite. Unfortunately,...
Rescuers Save 4,000 Beagles From Virginia Breeding Facility
Rescuers have saved an estimated 4,000 beagles from a life of cruelty in the animal testing industry. The beagles were being held at a massive breeding facility in the U.S. state of Virginia. According to the BBC, the rescue is believed to be one of the biggest dog rescue efforts ever performed in the United States. Photo: Facebook/The Humane Society of the United States The thousands of beagles in question were going to be sold from the breeding facility to laboratories and animal testing facilities but they got a lucky break in life when...
Cat Brothers Compete In Race To Their Food Bowls
Frankie and Theo are two cats who are living the best life with their owners. When they’re not loving on their mom or dad, getting into mischief, or lounging in the sun, Frankie and Theo can often be found eating food or competing for treats. Like many cats, Frankie and Theo enjoy a good treat every now and again, but these two might enjoy it more than others. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo “They’re definitely food obsessed,” their mom, Carlyn, explained to The Dodo. In fact, the brothers came so into their food that the...
