Give Your Dog or Cat Better Gut Health with Ashwagandha
If your dog or cat suffers from consistent tummy troubles, ashwagandha may just be the answer to their whimpers. As everyone can attest to – from toddler to old-timer – there’s nothing quite like a sore stomach to make you feel miserable. Newsflash: our beloved fur babies feel exactly the same way! If your dog is a compulsive grass-eater/vomiter, you’ll know exactly what we’re talking about. Even if they’re not, you only need to witness one explosive bout of diarrhea, complete with accompanying sad,...
Jobs for Cats: Nine Positions That Our Feline Friends Have Held
We’re all familiar with the concept of dogs that work, from herders to search and rescue pups to killer whale watchers? Canines aren’t the only domestic pets that work a 9 to 5, though. Cats do, too, and here are some of the positions they’re proud to fill. Emotional Support Animal PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / THODONAL Much like dogs, cats can provide comfort and soothe anxiety in their owners, as emotional support animals. They’re well-equipped to tackle this role. Research has shown that being around cats can reduce stress...
Homeless Cat Found Crying Out In Pain Has Recovered, Thanks To You
Do you remember Caramel’s heartbreaking story? He lost an eye during his time as a stray cat on the streets of Greece, which didn’t properly heal. He was found next to a building crying out in pain. Photo: Let’s be S.M.A.R.T. A good Samaritan rushed him to Let’s be S.M.A.R.T. where he was started on pain meds and a plea for help was put out by the rescue. Thanks to your generous donations, Caramel received the care he needed to heal and is no longer in pain. His health has been restored and he is now a “purring...
Injured Puppy Found At Construction Site Needs Your Help To Walk Without Pain
Meet Lainey. The 9-week-old puppy was found at a construction site in North Carolina and brought to a high-kill shelter. A local rescue group, Haley Graves Foundation, came to her rescue after her 5-day stray hold. Photo: Haley Graves Foundation The rescue was informed that Lainey was struggling to walk on her right hind leg. She was examined by a vet and X-rays found that both femurs were fractured in her hind legs. Photo: Haley Graves Foundation Every step she takes is painful. Lainey needs orthopedic surgery so she can run and play, as...
Bailey’s Panic Attacks: How Dr. Karyn is Helping
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn. Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Bailey has been a member of our family even longer than I have. When my husband, Reece, and I blended our families, I added one cat (Clutch) to his household of two cats and three dogs. Finn, the Irish Wolfhound is no longer with us, but Poppy and Bailey are still going strong,...
Expert Tips to Keep Your Cat Hydrated
Keeping your cat hydrated is a year-round task, but July is about bringing awareness to the importance of water consumption for feline friends. To celebrate, let’s look at expert tips for cat parents! July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month, and cat parents especially know just how important it is to make sure your kitty drinks enough water. Hydration is vital for all creatures, but it can be difficult to ensure our feline friends consume enough because they can be picky about drinking. If you’ve ever struggled to keep your...
10 Best Deep-Cleansing Dog Shampoos in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
Bathing your pet is probably not your favorite task as a dog owner, and your pet probably fights you every step of the way. This can be especially frustrating when you have one that loves to get dirty, which makes getting a deep-cleansing dog shampoo essential so that you can, hopefully, space out bath times by ensuring the coat stays clean for as long as possible. Our guide covers everything you need to know to pick the right shampoo for your pet. You needn’t bathe your pup often. Every 1 to 3 months is sufficient, depending on the dog...
Cat Saves the Day When Her Home is Being Burglarized
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! “Your cottage is being burgled!” announced my shocked landlady over the telephone. My first thought was: “My cats! Please let them be safe!” PHOTO: PIXABAY / AKBAR NEMATI I screamed home from work to my gorgeous cottage nestled on my landlady’s large property, terrified at what I would find. I walked into my home to find it in a shambles, with my belongings...
‘I Didn’t Understand What He Wanted’: Stray Kitten Keeps Asking to Be Let Into Stranger’s Home
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! The story of Groucho and me started when I moved from my hometown and started a new life. It was about six years ago. Groucho was one of the kittens left by their mother in my beautiful yard. PHOTO: PIXABAY / DIM HOU I never had a cat before, I had never been close to a cat before, and at the time, I couldn’t afford to have any pets. I was just starting my own life. Groucho and his...
Terrified Breeding Dog Discarded By Owners, Makes a Transformation After Finding Safe Home
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! She appeared on the pathway in front of my dog Jack and me, on a dark and rainy night while we walked in a local country park. As we approached her, I was struck by how bad she smelled. PHOTO: PIXABAY / VIVEKA ROSIN I stroked her and stood looking around for an owner. There wasn’t one, so I turned on my flashlight and immediately saw that she was in a dreadful state. She was filthy...
