Owners Run In Opposite Directions And Dog Can’t Decide Who To Follow
A loyal dog was put in a position to choose one of its owners but refused. The little Yorkshire terrier named Cookie was taking part in a TikTok challenge with its owners, but no one could’ve expected what Cookie’s reaction would be. In the video posted by @kamilandra_, Kamila and her partner decide to test Cookie’s loyalty by running in opposite directions and seeing who the dog would follow. Photo: SNAPPYGOAT At the start of the video, you can see Kamila and her partner standing side by side with Cookie in between them....
Rescued Dog Overcomes Rough Past To Become Brand’s Top Dog Brew Taster
When we first wrote about Ethan, the dying dog had been dumped in a Kentucky parking lot, so emaciated and weak he could barely lift his head. Thankfully, Ethan was rescued by the Kentucky Humane Society, which nursed the starving dog back to health and found him a loving home. Now Ethan’s new life continues to move in new and exciting directions. According to Busch, Ethan has become the brand’s new dog beer taster — a gig that would cause any dog to drool with envy. Photo: Facebook/Busch “We reviewed many great...
Heat Safety Tips for Pets
May 25, 2021 As we Austinites know, Texas summer heat is real – and sweltering hot. With most summer days reaching at least 90 degrees in Austin, Texas, Austin Pets Alive! is alerting pet owners to exercise caution on these brutally hot days. Temperatures like these can be very dangerous for pets, especially dogs, leading to dehydration and in some cases, death. As we ease into the summer months, be sure to follow these helpful pointers: Check the pavement before going on a walk. Place your hand on it for 10 full seconds. If it’s...
Grand Canyon National Park Warns Visitors To Keep Their Distance From Squirrels
As the Grand Canyon National Park prepares for a busy Memorial Day weekend, they took a moment to post a warning to visitors about the wild animal that causes the most injuries – squirrels. Yes, those adorable furry animals that seem so friendly. The grayish-brown rock squirrels are often seen along the Riverside Walk trail, but have figured out that humans equal food. It is illegal to feed or approach wildlife, but that hasn’t stopped people from offering snacks to the squirrels. Photo: Pixabay “Although they may look cute...
‘Stupid’ Woman Breaks Into Monkey Exhibit At Texas Zoo To Feed Animals Hot Cheetos
El Paso Zoo plans to press charges against a woman who climbed over a fence and entered the spider monkey exhibit over the weekend. Zoo director, Joe Montisano, described the woman as “stupid and lucky.” Real Fit Fam El Paso shared a video on Instagram of the careless woman interacting with two spider monkeys, Libby and Sunday, with the caption, “This is (unfortunately) real: A local woman crossed into the spider monkey enclosure at the @elpasozoo today and fed them… Hot Cheetos.” Screenshot:...
6 tips for recruiting fosters for pets with behavioral needs
Finding foster caregivers for pets who have behavioral needs can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are six strategies animal welfare organizations across the country are using to do just this! 1. Prioritize “unicorn” fosters who have ideal home set-ups for some of your more challenging pets (people who don’t have children or other pets). Be responsive and treat them like VIPs, much like Gateway Pet Guardians does. Not every pet with a...
Vets Said ‘Grandpa’ The Kitten Should Be Euthanized But He Grew Into An Adorable Happy Cat
When it comes to picking a name for your pet, the decision isn’t a light one to be made. You want something that is unique but that also catches a sense of their personality. For most of us, naming a newborn kitten “Grandpa” might seem a little strange, but when Stephanie Medrano first encountered the tiny little foster, she knew immediately that the name was a fitting one. The little white kitten looked exactly like a grandpa, with his little scrunched-up face that made him look like an old man. Photo:...
Parents Turn Bounce House Into A Ball Bit To Celebrate Their Dog’s Birthday
We love spoiling our pets. How far do you go for your special fur baby? When it comes to our pets’ birthdays, there are few pet parents who miss a chance to celebrate their pets’ big day. Many of us find a way to make sure our fur babies feel a little extra special on their big day. And that is exactly what YouTubers, Trev and Chels, did when their golden retriever’s fourth birthday came around. Photo: YouTube/TmarTn2 The pet parents didn’t waste time in pulling out all the stops for their pooch’s big day. The...
Video Captures Rare Moment A Cat Chases Away A Coyote
When we think of brave pets, dogs are usually the first animal to come to mind. It’s not poor thinking, dogs tend to be quite brave by nature. However, we shouldn’t discount cats. Though they may be small, some of them can possess quite the “cattitude” when it comes to threats to their homes or loved ones. In a video from British Columbia, Canada, you can see just how brave some cats can be. The now-viral video shows a coyote getting scared off by one tough kitty. Photo: Twitter/PortMoodyPD The video was captured by...
Clever Dog Tries To Scare His Owner By Hiding At The Top Of The Stairs
Dogs are loving, loyal companions, but they can also be quite cheeky when they want to be. There is a video that has made the rounds online that can show just how sneaky they can be when they want to be. The pooch in question was playing around with his owner, but he proved to be quite intelligent in terms of being able to sneak up on her – not once but several times! Photo: flickr/Tracie Hall The video impressed many viewers as they were quite taken by his cleverness. In fact, many viewers pointed out just how smart he was to be able...
