Woman Tearfully Reunites With Her Old Dog 12 Years After She Had Gone Missing
When Michelle’s dog, Zoey, went missing from her home in Lafayette, California, 12 years ago, Michelle was absolutely devastated. She searched everywhere, and although Zoey had a microchip, she was never found. As days turned into months and months turned into years, Michelle began to think that she would never see her beloved Zoey again. Photo: Facebook/San Joaquin Sheriff’s Office Fast forward 12 years and the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s office received a call regarding a stray dog who was found on a rural property and...
Ex-Marine Reunites With German Shepherd He Served With After Years Apart
When a dog serves in the military for an extended period of time, he or she often develops an unshakable bond with their handler. Military working dogs and their handlers go through so much together, but eventually, they’re often torn apart. Military dogs can only serve for so long before they have to retire, and likewise, handlers retire at various points in their careers. It’s a hard thing to go through losing your best companion, but it’s the reality that many working dogs face. One 9-year-old German Shepherd, Atilla, was...
As Woman Feeds Stray Cats in Her Neighborhood, One Wins Her Heart
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! I met TinTin at a parking lot in my neighborhood about three years ago. One day, she just appeared out of nowhere, so I offered her some food. She was a kitten, but after a few days, to my horror, I realized that she was pregnant. Is it because all calico tabby cats are extremely charming and sexy? I don’t know. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / DIDSSPH Anyway, after her babies were weaned, I...
National Pet Dental Hygiene Month: Information for Pet Parents Who Brush Their Dog’s Teeth at Home
Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Hygiene Month? Periodontal disease, also known as dental disease, is one of the most common diseases that vets see, but fortunately, it can be easily prevented and managed through regular dental care at home. We’ve asked Freshpet vet, Dr. Aziza, to answer our top questions about canine dental health and how pet parents can get started with at-home dental care. How often should I brush my dog’s teeth? Like humans, it’s recommended to brush your dog’s teeth twice a day....
10 Reasons To Adopt A Rabbit
Rabbits are often given as gifts for Easter and then abandoned shortly after when the novelty has worn off. They are the third most abandoned pet after cats and dogs. Some domestic rabbits are released into the wild when they are no longer wanted, which is a death sentence. Countless more are brought to shelters and overlooked by adopters. But they make wonderful pets. Photo: Pixabay/Alexas_Fotos February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month and a great time to learn more about these adorable and often misunderstood animals. Read on to see if they...
Homeless Dog Who Lived In A Field For 7 Years Paws At Rescuers, Begging To Be Saved
Inna and her doggy friend, Zelda, had lived their whole lives on a field, near a sheep farm. They were initially rescued by a man who was unable to take them home, but still wanted to give them a better life. He built a small shelter for them on the field and had been caring for them there for near seven years. Photo: YouTube/Howl Of A Dog Although he tried his best to care for them, they still were without proper medical attention and it’s amazing that they even survived there after all that time. As time went on, the land around them...
Accordion Photo Box
Our 2-year-old rescue, Emmy, has a silly personality; she makes our whole family laugh with her expressive face and enthusiasm for cuddling, and I try to capture many of these moments on my phone. But, I wanted my kids to have an easy way to look through these silly moments with Emmy whenever they needed a laugh. Using inspiration from a plethora of craft bloggers online, I made an accordion, or pull-out, photo box. Trust me when I say, I am not an experienced or skilled crafter! But, this project was simple and fun, and makes a cute...
Researchers Explores Dogs’ Lifelong Health Data And They’re Asking The Public For Help
Dogs and humans have been closely interwoven for millennia, facing the same challenges and experiencing the same bond of companionship. Now, a team of scientists is taking a closer look at dogs, hoping to discover more about them and, in the process, about humans. The Dog Aging Project aims to collect data that could help scientists expand the healthspan — the number of years free from disease and disability — of dogs and humans, and they need the help of every dog lover they can get! Researchers at the Texas A&M University...
Therapist Shares Dog Psychology Tips After Adopting Retired Greyhound
In 2018, Millie the greyhound finally got to retire from the strenuous, painful work of racing. She’s enjoying her freedom with her new owner Taylor Huerta, who has dubbed her “Millie the Noodle Horse” for her exaggerated proportions. The pair have found a lot of success on social media as Huerta documents the typical behaviors of her canine companion and explains them, using her background in psychology. Photo: TikTok/Jernej Furman “Psychology is a major aspect of my career and has always been a fascination of...
This Sphynx Cat Is Sweet In Spite Of His ‘Shocking’ Appearance
Xherdan, an 8-year-old sphynx cat from Rüti, Switzerland makes quite the first impression. “Most people are a little bit scared of Xherdan at first, but then when they meet him they love him!” explains his owner, Sandra Filippi in an interview with The Sun. “Xherdan is a very active cat and he talks a great deal, in all pitches, when he is excited, when he is hungry, when he plays or while cuddling and falling asleep, he is like a child and his character is very lovely,” she explained. Although his appearance is a...
