Eating for Good Skin & Coat
Sure, your loving dog may sport a huge heart in terms of sweetness, but his skin reigns supreme size wise. The skin represents up to one-fourth of his total body weight — a fact that may drive home a greater need to pay attention to what you’re putting into your canine pal’s food bowl. “Nutrition plays an important role in the health of the skin and other organs,” says Dr. Joseph Bartges, a professor of veterinary medicine and nutrition at the University of Georgia in Athens. “Often a sign of inadequate or...
Does your dog love the water?
Most dogs love the water, and now that summer’s here, they get a big kick out of wading, splashing and swimming in lakes and streams. Read on for tips to help ensure your aquatic pooch stays safe and healthy. If your dog loves splashing and playing in the water during the summer, he’s in good company. While some canines prefer to stay dry, many breeds and their mixes are drawn to paddle and swim in lakes, streams and pools as if they were born to it. Retrievers, Labs, Newfoundlands, and many spaniels are among the top water-loving...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Share foster resources, engaging online groups, and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Share your best foster resources with your peers!Every month, Maddie’s® Pet Forum conducts resource drives. This month the focus is on foster care! These resources can be an invaluable tool for your organization. No need to reinvent the wheel when someone else has already done it! Are you looking for inspiration for a new foster handbook? We got you covered. Looking for… Learn More How one of the nation’s highest-volume foster programs is...
Puppy Rescued From Rubble & Reunited With Ukrainian Owner After Russian Shelling
A puppy buried under rubble is alive thanks to the heroic efforts of Ukrainians cops. The terrified pup was covered with debris after invading Russian forces shelled the village of Mykhailivka, in Donetsk Oblast, in eastern Ukraine. Photo: YouTube/USA TODAY The 77-year-old owner miraculously survived the shelling and was panicking when he couldn’t find his beloved dog admid the debris. Law enforcement officers refused to give up, searching everywhere for the pup. Once they heard a squeal, they realized that the puppy was still alive,...
Cruel Man’s Puppies Huddled Together Under Piece Of Wood To Keep From Freezing To Death
The Humane Society of the United States assisted local authorities in rescuing more than 60 dogs from an alleged large-scale neglect case in San Miguel County, New Mexico. The dogs were living outside in crowded, dirty pens surrounded by ice and other hazards such as broken glass, wires and other debris throughout the dogs’ living area. Photo: YouTube/HSUS None of the dogs were neutered or spayed and were able to breed freely, which caused several of the dogs to become pregnant. Sadly, one dog was found deceased, as an adult dog,...
School Takes In Stray Cat & Makes Her Their Mascot
A stray cat in western Turkey is now living his best life as a school’s mascot after the teachers and students took her in. The cat, whom they named Sleeper, had no known family and was discovered hanging around a nearby street. Students at Karaoglu Primary School in Sehzadeler instantly loved the kitty and asked for their principal’s help in adopting her. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition Once the cat was deemed healthy and received all of her vaccinations at the local veterinarian, the school allowed her to stay there. Sleeper now...
Saved From A Life Of Horror, Abused Horse Can Now Roam Free In Peace
A horse named Pride had suffered at the hands of humans while she was trapped in the Tennessee walking horse show industry for many years. “Soring” intentionally inflicts pain on horses, in order to exaggerate their natural gait during competitions. In order to do this, caustic chemicals such as diesel fuel or kerosene are applied to the legs or hooves and cause extensive tissue damage. Their handlers cause these poor horses all this pain just to win a ribbon. Photo: YouTube/HSUS Thankfully, Pride was rescued and brought to Black...
Loyal Dog Waited By His Friend’s Side For 6 Hours After He Got Hit By Car
A mail carrier in Houston discovered two dogs who were in need of help. He posted on Facebook, pleading for someone to come and get them. When Samantha Zimmer saw his post, she knew she had to help. She and her fiancé drove around until she found the two dogs in a ditch. Photo: Lola’s Lucky Day One of them was lying down, and the other loyal dog waited for help for at least six hours after his friend got hit by a car and was left for dead. He stayed nearby and refused to leave his buddy’s side until people came to rescue...
Study shows positive effects of emotional support animals
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Lockdown Due to COVID 19 Pandemic Has Caused Feral Cats to Overrun a California Stadium
Lockdowns all over the world due to the coronavirus pandemic have helped many ecosystems to recover. Due to the impact on the tourism industry, many ecological destinations had time to breathe and for wildlife to reproduce. However, in the case of Oakland Stadium, the lockdown has caused the uncontrolled reproduction of feral cats which are now over-running the place. Photo: YouTube/The Humane Society of the United States “And the kittens are running wild,” stated Henry Gardner, executive director of the Coliseum Authority which...
