These Animal Service Officers Carry Bags of Fence-Fixing Gear, All Donated, in Their Trucks
Animal service officers with Cabot Animal Support Services carry bags of fence-mending tools around on their trucks. When a dog gets loose, or if they see a fence with a hole in it leaving the potential for a dog to get loose, the ASOs fix the fence. This is Cabot’s Fences for Fido program. It’s as simple as that. The reason this program exists is more complicated. Five years ago, CASS’s director Mike Wheeler wrote a citation for a man whose dog got out. The dog got out again. Mike wrote another citation. ...
Can dogs have panic attacks?
You know your dog can get stressed, but just how stressed can they get? Are panic attacks possible? Unfortunately, yes they are. It’s not uncommon for dog owners to wonder if their furry friend can experience the same range of emotions that humans do. After all, dogs are known to feel stress and anxiety in certain situations. But, can dogs have panic attacks? The short answer is yes – dogs can definitely have panic attacks. In this article, we’ll take a look at what these episodes might look like, what causes them, and how...
Using essential oils with cats
Many people believe essential oils and cats do not mix, and that’s true when it comes to questionable products and incorrect usage. But top-quality essential oils, used properly, can be profoundly healing for our feline friends. As a cat parent, you have reason to be concerned about using essential oils on and around your kitty. But you shouldn’t fear this modality so much that you choose not to use it at all. When utilized properly, essential oils are an important natural medicine, and can be both safe and effective for felines....
A Vet from a West Lothian Hospital Saves a Sprocker from a Punctured Tongue
Lola is a four-year-old Sprocker Spaniel who suffered a fatally swollen tongue — due to a stick punctured inside her mouth. Daniel Mainland, Lola’s owner, brought her to Linnaeus-owned Veterinary Specialists Scotland (VSS), in Livingston. They arrive in VSS while Lola is suffering from a fatally swollen tongue — the swelling reaches around her jaw. Due to the swelling, Lola wasn’t able to move properly, and she continued to drool. Photo: Pixabay/Amorhunter The cause of swelling can’t be identified, and they had...
Fearful Pup Rescued From Cruel Dog Fighting Ring Finally Gets His Wish
This past summer, ASPCA worked alongside local law enforcement to rescue more than 80 dogs from a dogfighting ring on Long Island, New York and several other states. At one of the locations, there was a wall of cages in a dark basement with no light. The dogs had no food or water and were not socialized. One of those dogs was a Pit Bull mix, now named Wish, who was extremely fearful. Photo: YouTube/ASPCA Wish received medical care and was brought to the ASPCA Cruelty Recovery Center in Columbus, Ohio. He continued to be very frightened, so he...
Clever German Shepherd Sneakily Opens Cabinet To Steal A Bag Of Treats
German Shepherd Dogs are thought to be one of the smartest dog breeds, which is why they’re often used as military and police dogs. Hunter, of Donegal, Ireland, is no exception. The 7-month-old pooch has found a way to outsmart his humans by getting his bag of dog treats, despite them being kept in the kitchen cabinet. Photo: YouTube/USA TODAY His clever antics were caught on camera by his human Nicola McLaughlin for all of us to witness. In the video, you’ll see Hunter grasping the cupboard handle with his teeth to pull the door...
Be Careful when You Take Your Dog to a Freshwater Stream where It Can Die from Salmon Poisoning
“While all fish caught or originating from streams in northern California could potentially be infected, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) cautions that trout stocked in some waters in CDFW’s North Central Region are more likely to be infected with the flukes that cause Salmon Poisoning Disease.” You should not cast away your caution just because you and your dog do not live in northern California. Salmon poisoning also happens in Washington, Oregon, and as far as the Southern Vancouver Island in Canada....
Cat Meets His Newborn Human Sister & It’s Love At First Sight
Most people treat their pets like they’re their human children, which makes sense since they are part of the family. When it’s time for people to have actual human babies, they always wonder how their pets will take to their newborn. Photo: YouTube/USA Today Will they be curious and interested in the baby? Will they be jealous and want all of the attention? Will they be enamored by the little one and develop a special bond? That’s what Romy Depraetere worried about when she brought home her newborn daughter, Olivia. She...
Firefighters Rescue Ducklings From Storm Drain In Georgia
Baby ducks are tiny, measuring just 10 cm long and weigh only a few grams at birth. They are unable to fly for the first 50-60 days and are vulnerable to all sorts of dangers – like storm drains. Woodstock Fire & Rescue responded to a call about ducklings trapped in a storm drain on Towne Lake Parkway. The baby ducks fell in the drain and were unable to get out. Firefighter arrived and climbed down into the drain to rescue the little ducks. One by one they were carefully passed from firefighter to firefighter and placed in a...
Dug Up at Dogster: May 2022 Dog Events and Dog Holidays
Finally, Spring has sprung so you have perfect weather for these May 2022 dog events and holidays. Don’t see your dog event on the list? Email us at dogstermag@belvoir.com and we will include your dog event. All-Month-Long Dog May 2022 Holidays Chip Your Pet Month — May is national Chip Your Pet Month, reminding you to microchip you pet and to keep his information updated at the microchip company. Find a list of microchipping and pet recovery services here. Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month — May is national...
