French Bulldog Eases Patients’ Anxiety At Dentist Office By Sitting On Their Chest
Most people dread going to the dentist and some even fear it. Dental offices try to create an inviting and calming environment with soothing music and friendly staff, but one Nashville dentist has found a way to instantly help his clients relax. Meet PeeWee. The adorable French bulldog goes to work every day with his dad, cosmetic dentist Jeff Trembley. He spends his days sitting with and on clients to help them relax during dental procedures. It all started when he was just a puppy. PeeWee hated being alone, so his dad brought him to his...
Welcome to HASS! This Blog Will Help You Get Started
If you’re new to HASS, WELCOME! And a hearty hello and thanks for being here, too, to those who’ve been around a while and are looking for tools, training, and resources you may not already know about. We are so excited to have all of you here, working together to keep people and pets together, and transform animal services through innovative programs and services. If you’re not yet a partner organization, you can check out some of the benefits of joining the project here, and sign up here! This blog is just a brief...
Aid for Acute Pancreatitis
The holidays are a wonderful time to spend with our furry friends. It can be tempting to not only share the love but to share the wonderful holiday food, too. But be warned! Veterinarians know this time of a year as a bad one for pancreatitis. Acute pancreatitis is a common condition in all dogs, although some dog breeds, like the Miniature Schnauzer and Cocker Spaniel, are particularly prone. It occurs when the pancreas, the digestive organ that lies alongside the stomach and small intestine, becomes inflamed. This is a problem because the...
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads When We Talk To Them?
I don’t know about you, but I’m constantly talking to my dogs. They know the basic commands and the names of their favorite things like “treat”, “park” and “beach”. According to dog intelligence expert and psychologist, Dr. Stanley Corin, the average dog can learn over 160 words. But have you ever noticed your dog tilting his/her head when you talk to them? They tilt to the left or right with their ears pricked listening to every word you say. Photo: Unsplash/Matt Walsh While absolutely...
Stray Cat Crashes Couple’s Quiet Visit to the Lake
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! It was my 50th birthday, and my husband had rented a cabin at the lake for a quiet getaway. We were sitting on the deck enjoying music and watching a herd of deer when this little white cat jumped onto the deck and started rubbing up against our legs. She stayed there the whole evening and at one point curled into my lap and fell asleep. We told her goodnight and went to bed. CAT. PHOTO:...
Man Breaks Up With Girlfriend After She Dumps His Cat Outside
After dating his girlfriend for two years, a man decided to take the next step. The doting boyfriend invited his girlfriend to move in with him and Raven, his beloved black cat. But after the girlfriend moved in, it became obvious she wasn’t a cat person. “It was clear she didn’t like my cat,” the man posted to Reddit’s Am I The A****** forum under the handle Astonished_Hound. Photo: Pixabay However, the man didn’t worry too much about his girlfriend’s lacking connection with Raven. Until the day he...
Judge Awards Joint Custody Of Dog To Couple In Spain In “Pioneering” Ruling
When a couple separates or divorces it can be especially hard on the children, including four-legged ones. As we all know, dogs are more than pets. They are members of the family and form close bonds with their people, but their feelings are rarely considered by a judge. Sadly, most countries still view dogs as property and the person who can prove they “own” the dog keeps it. However, a judge is Spain made a rare ruling that viewed a dog as a sentient being not property. Photo: Pexels/Jules Amé A separated couple appeared...
Why Does My Dog Lick Its Paws?
Paw licking is a common habit among all types of dogs, but what exactly does this behavior mean? While it’s perfectly normal for a dog to lick its paw occasionally, if this behavior appears suddenly and is happening for prolonged periods of time, it could indicate an underlying issue. Why is my dog licking its paws and how can I get them to stop? There are a number of reasons why your dog may be licking its paws, ranging from health to behavioral issues. Let’s look at some of the most common reasons why your dog may be licking its...
How a raw diet can prevent FLUTD in your cat
Lower urinary tract disease is one of the most common conditions affecting felines. Ridding your cat of FLUTD may be as simple as switching him to a raw diet. Most cats, at some point in their lives, develop lower urinary tract disease. From struvite crystals to urethral plugs, these problems are debilitating, costly to treat, and can even be life-threatening. A range of both conventional and holistic therapies can be used to treat and prevent FLUTD, but one of the most effective is to switch your cat to a raw diet. Evolutionary nutrition...
