5 Ways To Keep Horses Cool In The Summer Heat
Summer is finally here, but so is the heat. While the long sunny days are a bonus, the hot and humid weather can take a toll on our horses. As the temperature increases, remember to avoid riding your horse when the air temperature plus relative humidity is over 150. Also, make sure your horse has access to clean, cool water and shade if they are kept outdoors. Photo: Pixabay/Rebecca Scholz Watch your horse closely for signs of dehydration and call your vet if you notice signs of heat stress like increased temperature, labored breathing, and...
How Accurate is a Dog DNA Test?
Do you have a mixed-breed dog and constantly wonder what combination of breeds went together to create your uniquely awesome canine? Does that curly hair prove it is part Poodle, or do the big ears mean a relative was a Basset Hound? Maybe you asked your vet and groomer and received different guesses. If so, that is not surprising. A 2009 study funded by the National Canine Research Foundation found that when they showed dog photos to over 5,700 pet professionals, only 27% of the dogs were identified correctly. More and more pet parents are...
Top Signs of Pancreatitis in Dogs and What to Do Next
Many dogs will be one-time offenders for pancreatitis, while others will struggle with symptoms for their entire lives. Understanding pancreatitis signs and symptoms, the diagnostic process, as well as dietary and holistic management, are important steps toward helping your dog manage the pain. What does the pancreas do? The pancreas is an organ located to the right of the stomach that plays an important role in the digestive health of your dog. It produces enzymes that aid in digestion and insulin to regulate blood sugar. Pancreatitis is...
How to Choose and Understand the Difference Between “Full Spectrum” CBD Oil, “Broad Spectrum” CBD Oil and CBD “Isolate” for Pets
With a variety of CBD products on the market, it’s important to know the differences in order to choose the right CBD oil for your pet! Understanding the difference in CBD products is just as important as choosing the right CBD product for your pet. Since these differences can also directly affect price and product benefits, it’s crucial to consider the true meaning of “Full Spectrum”, “Broad Spectrum” and CDB “Isolate” when it comes to a CBD oil for pets: 1. CBD Isolate CBD isolate is 99% pure...
Registration for the Return to Home Challenge begins Monday, July 25!
At its core, the Return to Home Challenge is simple. Find a pet? Get it home. That home might be a cozy apartment, a house with a big yard or, if you’re a community cat, an abandoned lot. Registration for this collaborative Challenge begins on Monday, July 25th. There’s also $300,000 in grant prizes available! For the month of October, 17 national organizations are inviting animal shelters and rescue organizations who handle lost/stray/at-large dogs and cats to elevate Return to Home (RTH) by creating a culture of return to...
Three Orphaned Bear Cubs Taken to Wildlife Center for Rehabilitation
Mother bears are protective of their young, keeping them safe and fed as they learn the skills to survive on their own. Three black bear cubs in California were recently deprived of this motherly protection, as they’d been orphaned. However, a wildlife center is stepping in to make sure the cubs are safe, can learn the bear ropes, and that they’ll be ready to venture back into the wild when the time comes. San Diego Humane Society says its Ramona Wildlife Center has welcomed two siblings and a third cub that were rescued by...
Video Captures The Moment A Dog Sees For The First Time After Cataract Surgery
A sweet video captured the moment a dog got to see the world for the first time following surgery and it’s absolutely precious to watch. The video was posted on Reddit by u/SnuzieQ and features her 4-year-old Pomeranian and Maltese mix. The dog can be seen wearing the “cone of shame” with a special screen over the front to protect his eyes. The fur around his eyes is freshly shaved from surgery, allowing the pup to take in the world all the better. The dog’s owner explained in the comments that the dog had cataracts...
Mama Elephant And Her Calf Are Pulled To Safety From Drainage Hole In 3-Hour Rescue
A mama elephant and her calf were rescued from a roadside drainage hole in central Nakhon Nayok province in Thailand. The one-year-old calf fell into the hole while the distressed mother stood guard over him. Photo: YouTube/Guardian News The rescue took place in the pouring rain as vets acted quickly to save them. Unfortunately, the mother ended up hitting her head after she was sedated, so rescuers used a truck-mounted boom lift to pull her out of the hole before climbing on top of her to perform CPR. Meanwhile, a digger cleared away dirt so...
Man Films Hungry Squirrels Doing Gymnastics For Snacks
Squirrels are silly little creatures. Their movements are a mix of erratic acrobatics. Nonetheless, they’re still quite cute. I find that watching squirrels go about their business can be quite therapeutic in a way. There’s a park by where I live, and it has tons of squirrels in it. I will often see them on my walks in the early morning as they scamper across the grass before scurrying up into the trees. They’re quite good at climbing and are naturals as they hop from tree branch to tree branch. Photo: YouTube/Caters Clips...
Dog Left In House After Her Owner Dies Spends Months Living Alone
For some stray dogs, life on the streets can be quite traumatizing to the point that they are no longer able to trust. They become scared and timid when people are around, unable to believe that they won’t get hurt. It’s quite heartbreaking, as no animal should ever feel as though they will never be loved or cared for. Thankfully, there are organizations full of kind-hearted individuals who are committed to helping to rescue the lost and abandoned animals who need a little love and kindness in their lives. Photo: YouTube/Howl Of A...
