Plasma for Dogs and Cats: The #1 Ingredient to Look For!
Plasma may not be a pet food ingredient you’re familiar with, but it could be in your dog’s or cat’s food right now—and for good reason! Let’s learn more about plasma for dogs and cats and why it’s a great addition to their food, treats, and supplements. It seems that every time you turn around these days, someone is trying out a new ingredient in pet foods and acting like it’s the best thing since belly rubs. But one ingredient that...
Heartless Shopper Harasses Woman With Service Dog During Medical Episode at JCPenney
Katie, a TikTok user and service dog owner, recently experienced a disturbing incident at a JCPenney store. Her experience has highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by individuals with service animals. Katie suffers from Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), a condition that requires the assistance of her service dog, Bailey, especially during medical episodes. Photo: PexelsA woman with a service dog experienced a medical episode at JCPenney. The Incident at JCPenney Katie was sitting on the floor of JCPenney with Bailey when...
We’re Renovating a Domestic Violence Shelter to Make it Pet-Friendly, And You Can Help
When trying to leave their abusers, many victims of domestic violence think twice due to fears over their pets’ safety. In fact, research has shown that about half will put off leaving if they can’t take their pets with them. This is a problem, as only about 17% of domestic violence shelters across the country accept pets. That’s why we’ve joined a collaborative effort to make more shelters pet-friendly, and the latest project is currently underway. CURRENT ROOM AT SPAN. PHOTO: GREATER GOOD CHARITIES This month,...
A Kitten Plagued with Scar Tissue Has Been Healing Thanks to You, But He Needs a Little More Help
Benjamin Buttons and his littermates found themselves without their mother all too soon. This has led to serious health issues for the tabby kitten, but you’ve been helping to address them. Benjamin and his siblings were taken in by The Cat House on the Kings in the Fresno, California, area earlier this year. The rescue says the kittens – who weighed right around a pound – still had their comfort practice of nursing, but no mother to nurse from, so they pivoted to nursing on Benjamin’s penis. While this may elicit a...
Can Dogs Eat Wasabi? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Wasabi is known for its strong, spicy flavor and is enjoyed for its powerful kick. Typically served as a paste, wasabi comes from the underground stem of the wasabi plant (Eutrema japonicum), which is often referred to as Japanese horseradish for its similar taste profile. Many Japanese restaurants and takeaways in the West use horseradish paste and green food coloring to replicate genuine wasabi....
Can Dogs Have Vanilla? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Vanilla is a common additive that is used to flavor sweet treats like cake, biscuits, and ice cream. Although some people keep and use the pods in their culinary efforts, most homes have vanilla extract, which is made by combining mashed vanilla pods with alcohol. Essences and concentrates have high concentrations of alcohol, which means they are not safe for dogs to consume. Even a relatively...
Can Dogs Have Scallops? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Learning that 95% of people consider their pets family members is not all that surprising these days. We open our homes to our dogs, share our vacations with them, and even let them sleep in our beds. We even slip them table scraps, and sometimes, these treats extend to extra special items like scallops. Scallops are delicious, whether searing them in butter or pulling out all the stops with Julia...
Turkey’s Plan to Euthanize Millions of Street Dogs Sparks Nationwide Outrage
Turkey faces a significant street dog problem, with an estimated four million strays roaming its cities and countryside. The proposed bill from President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s ruling party, the Justice and Development Party (AKP), has ignited a fierce debate across the nation. The bill aims to address the issue through mass euthanasia of unadopted street dogs, a move that has polarized public opinion and sparked protests among animal rights activists and dog lovers. Photo: PexelsTurkey proposed a bill to euthanize millions of...
Can Dogs Have Green Tea? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead We all want the best for our pets. After all, we consider them family members. Therefore, it’s understandable why you might want to give your pup some calming green tea. Some scientific evidence suggests green tea may have human health benefits like cardiovascular health and the prevention of liver disease. However, it’s not always possible or safe to apply them across species lines. We...
Penny’s Kayaking Adventure: Why I Take Her With Me
Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Small dogs have a reputation for being extra possessive of their owners, and Penny is no exception. I don’t know if she knows that I’ll protect her, or if she thinks that she has to protect me. She doesn’t suffer from separation anxiety if we aren’t with her, but she does like to be with me as much as possible. I first found out how much my dog is possessive of me when we went kayaking for the first time...
