Wildcats May Be Reintroduced to South West England After Being Extirpated From the Region
Once common across the United Kingdom, the European wildcat is now found only in Scotland, where it’s on the verge of extinction. Hunters extirpated the animal from most of Wales and England by the 18th century, but wildlife advocates are looking into bringing them back to one region in England. The Devon Wildlife Trust, a charity that manages 60 nature reserves in the county of Devon, has launched a project exploring the possibility of reintroducing wildcats to South West England. They hope to appoint a Wildcat Project Officer to lead...
Brave Cat “Kneads Dough” On Rottweiler’s Back
The relationship between cats and dogs is really something interesting. On one hand, they’re known for being enemies, but on the other hand, they can make the best of friends. In other cases, though, cats and dogs have a different relationship entirely. Sometimes, they form a love-hate relationship or feel indifferent toward one another. Photo: YouTube/kpettway1 It’s hard to tell what’s really going on in their heads but one thing is certain: We love our pets and think it’s super adorable when they get along! YouTuber...
Golden Retriever Uses Christmas Tree As A Giant Chew Toy
With Christmas fast approaching, many people are gearing up for the holiday by getting a Christmas tree. It’s a fun tradition that many families partake in and having a tree in the house really brings joy to some people. Personally, getting a Christmas tree is one of my favorite parts of the whole year. There’s just something about the smell of pine needles and stringing lights that makes my heart so happy. My dog, on the other hand, would prefer I keep the tree outside. Photo: YouTube/morganb2003 For pet owners, bringing a tree...
Tiny Kitten Says Hello To Staffy And Can’t Stop Playing With His Tail
Dogs and cats are notorious enemies but that doesn’t mean there aren’t exceptions. In fact, a lot of dogs and cats that live in the same family are like siblings to each other! Growing up, my family had a dog that was the gentlest soul. He and our cat got along so well, they’d often be found snuggling together in the sunny spots of the yard and they’re not alone with their relationship. Just ask Vicki Reed! Photo: YouTube/Vicki Reed Back in 2013, she shared a video of her Staffordshire Bull Terrier meeting the...
Man Films Border Collie Running Through “Doggy Heaven” In Sweet Viral Video
A TikTok user who goes by the nickname “Sean the Sheepman” has been stealing hearts on the internet, but it’s not his good looks or sheep herding skills that are catching people’s attention. Instead, it’s his work dogs! You see, Sean is a sheep farmer in Scotland and he works alongside some well-trained border collies. He shares videos of his life on the farm featuring his dogs and people can’t get enough. Photo: TikTok/@seanthesheepman According to the American Kennel Club, the border collie is described...
Understanding Sudden Vision Loss in Dogs
Sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome, aka SARDS, is a medical condition wherein a dog suddenly loses its vision over a period of several days to a matter of weeks. More commonly seen in older canines between the ages of 8 and 10 that are mixed breeds, it also tends to afflict spayed females for some reason. Unfortunately, the condition cannot be reversed. SARDS in Dogs While all canines regardless of breed can be struck by SARDS, some — such as dachshunds, beagles, and pugs — are reportedly predisposed to it. At the same...
Abandoned Senior Dog with Vision Impairment Gets Second Chance with New Family
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! At our local PetSmart, we went inside the adoption center and looked at cats and dogs. On the dog side, it was chaos, everyone barking or starting to bark once you came up to the cage. We looked at all of them and read their stories. Then there was her. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / 15299 Bottom cage, staring out, not really looking at anything, not making a peep, looking pitiful. Sign: Madison....
Meet Van Gogh, the Artistic Dog Who Amazingly Paints with His Tongue
There are various proofs that dogs are brilliant animals who are easily trainable. Many of their qualities make them special, and you’ll be amazed that they even flourish in arts. You’d be surprised at how multi-talented dogs are. Participants in talent shows have executed a wide variety of skills now, including dancing and acting. Surprisingly, dogs aren’t only good at performing arts as they also have talent in visual arts. One rescue dog who was formerly involved in the dog fighting industry was able to create...
Steve Kornacki Uses His famous “Big Board” To Analyze Dog Trends In The United States
When election time rolls around, there’s one person we can look forward to pulling out his famous Big Board: Steve Kornacki. As a political correspondent for NBC News and MSNBC, he’s actively involved in analyzing and reporting on politicians and matters of the like. But recently, he took his famous Big Board and put it to use for something a little bit lighter in spirit. Photo: YouTube/NBC Sports In honor of the 2022 National Dog Show which took place November 19-20, Steve used his Big Board to analyze current dog trends in the...
Curious German Shepherd Puppy Meets Mama Cat And Her Newborn Kittens
The relationship between pets living in the same home is something that’s hard to describe. It can be so special and even extend beyond species. While cats and dogs are notorious enemies, anyone who has owned both in the same house knows they can be the best of friends. Photo: YouTube/The Fluffiest The adorable moment a little puppy was introduced to kittens was captured on video and shared for the world to see. In the sweet video, you can see the little German Shepherd meeting the new mama cat with her tiny kittens. It was the first...
