How Much Does It Cost to Put a Dog Down?
Even when our pets live long and happy lives, it’s really never long enough. The decision to let a beloved pet go is never an easy one, but if your dog is suffering, putting your dog down is the most compassionate thing to do. What is euthanasia? The term “putting a dog down” is common but somewhat old-fashioned and impersonal. “Putting a dog to sleep” is also commonly used. Most veterinarians and pet parents prefer the term “euthanasia.” But all of these terms boil down to the same thing: to humanely...
Guide to Rawhide Chews for Dogs and the Latest Alternatives
The dog treat aisle of your favorite pet store is undoubtedly filled with rawhide chews in various shapes, sizes, flavors and brands. Despite its popularity, there are conflicting opinions about rawhide for dogs based on how it’s made, whether it’s safe for your dog and what alternatives exist. Fortunately, if you wish to avoid rawhide chews altogether, there are many great rawhide alternatives including things like dental chews and bully sticks. Let’s paw through it. What is rawhide? Rawhide chews are dried animal skins,...
Injured Dog Finally Rescued After Living At Construction Site For 6 Months
For the past six months an injured dog managed to survive at a hotel construction site thanks to a kindhearted worker who made sure she had food. Evan Daniel, the man who looked after the dog, called several different animal rescues for help. He was unable to completely earn the scared dog’s trust and touch her. He was afraid she would be left behind when the construction was complete, so he reached out to Hope for Paws who immediately responded. Screenshot: YouTube/HopeForPaws Eldad and Loreta, founders of Hope for Paws, drove two...
What Is Dry Shampoo for Dogs?
Melissa L. Kauffman Covering the pet world for more than 30 years, Melissa L. Kauffman has been an editor/writer for a wide variety of pet magazines and websites from the small critters and parrots to cats and dogs. Her advisory team of pets — rescue dogs Tampa Bay and Murphy Brown, plus Cirneco dell’Etna Liberty Belle and rescued parrots Deacon and Pi-Pi — help keep her on top of the latest and greatest pet health research, training and products, anything to give keep them in the high life...
What To Bring On Your Next Summer Road Trip With Pets
If you can’t imagine going on summer vacation without your pet, road trips make a great option. But before you hit the road, you’ll want to make sure that you’ve packed everything your pet might need during the journey. To help you out, we’ve put together a list of the must-bring items for any summer road trip with pets, be it across the city, the state, or even the country! A cooler with plenty of food No summer road trip is complete without a selection of snacks for you and your pet to nibble on as the miles pass....
The first course in the NACA Field Services Series is now available
For animal care and control officers, maintaining a safe environment while performing daily duties is key. The brand new, self-paced course, NACA Field Services Series: Using Tools and Equipment, was designed with this concept in mind. The first course in a series from National Animal Care & Control (NACA) covers safe, effective and humane use of standard-issue field services equipment. Course videos present humane concepts and safe handling techniques, with demonstrations by Animal Capture and Handling Instructor John Peaveler. After...
Abandoned Puppies by the Road Were Rescued by a Good-Hearted Lady
A puppy often becomes available for adoption when they reach eight weeks old. Puppies must spend adequate time with their mother — to ensure survival and assist them during the early development stage. Leaving them very young would be rough for them, as puppies still have no means to fend for themselves. For this reason, abandoning them in places where they can’t be easily found is dangerous. People shouldn’t just leave them beside dumpsters or secluded parts of a road. Photo: Youtube/The Dodo Lucky for two puppies from...
A Couple Helped Two Abandoned Dogs the Husband Found on Their Porch
When people can’t take responsibility for adopting dogs, their initial response is to abandon them elsewhere. Lucky for the two puppies, they were left on the porch of a loving family. Matt was surprised when he saw the two dogs, and he immediately gave them shelter, but the other sibling ran off. Along with his wife, Irene, they cared for the abandoned dog, who was apparently blind. The couple named the dog Lily, and they attended to her with so much love. Photo: Youtube/TheDodo “That first two or three weeks, she started to come...
A Dog Was Dumped in a Public Restroom, But It Turned Out to Be a Blessing
Imagine a puppy’s stress and anxiety when he was left behind in a public restroom. It must have been overwhelming, especially without the assurance that he would be rescued by a good-hearted stranger. During that time, Hugo was only five weeks old — a stage when puppies are not yet capable of surviving on their own. Technically, he was not alone, as he was left with his two siblings; however, they are still puppies that require constant care and attention. Thankfully, Hugo and his sisters were rescued and taken to a shelter....
Do You Live In A ‘Cat’ Or ‘Dog’ State? Here’s How You Can Tell
Cats and dogs are both amazing but different, just like the people who love them. Cats are curious, quirky, and independent, while dogs–those devoted and loyal animals–shower their humans with unconditional love. Likewise, “cat” and “dog” people inhabit varying traits, which help explain their preference for certain pets. Now a survey of 3,000 pet owners breaks down America’s “cat” and “dog” states, based on overwhelming preference for either animal. Some of these answers may...
