Tips to Take Note Whenever You Leave a Dog to Your Chosen Pet Sitter
Dogs are so irresistible and lovable that it’s possible to be attached even for a short time. What more if you are used to spending time with them every day? You’ll feel so strongly attached to the dog that you cannot imagine a day without its presence. Dogs feel the same way — they get sad and anxious whenever their humans are out of sight. That’s why they welcome you most adorably once you return home. They’ll know it’s you even when you haven’t opened the gate or door yet. Photo: Pexels/Samson Katt...
How Pal, the First-Ever Lassie, Got His Start in Hollywood
According to Showbiz CheatSheet, the original Lassie, a rough border collie named Pal, had a number of behavioral issues and was a failure as a show dog. Described as bored and somewhat maladjusted, his owner wasn’t pleased and Pal found himself in the care of trainer Rudd Weatherwax, who was able to solve the problems by working with the animal. After Pal was returned to his owner, however, his incessant barking irritated them so much that Pal once again found himself in Weatherwax’s care. Lassie, Come Home Somewhere during all...
Talk About a True Life Feel Good Story Just in Time for the Holidays!
If you’re a regular Greater Good reader, chances are you’re looking for uplifting and cheerful content that provides some semblance of a happy ending. This sort of reading material seems harder and harder to come by with everything going on in the world, so you have to get it wherever you can. One additional source besides Greater Good is and always has been Reader’s Digest. While many people might be blown away to know they’re still around, the fact is they are, and they’re still providing content you can count...
True Bromance: FIV+ Besties Firefly & Carson at Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary are Ready for Their Forever Home
Firefly and Carson’s story comes to us from our friend Crystal Chiechi, Outreach Manager at Purrfect Pals. When stray 3-year-old brown and white tabby Firefly first arrived at Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary in Arlington, Washington, in early 2021, he was safe at last! But something was missing… A good samaritan found Firefly living outside their home and fed him for over a year. They decided to take him to their veterinarian to get neutered in the hopes of making him part of their indoor cat family. While undergoing routine blood...
6 Common Holiday Foods Considered Safe for Dogs on Turkey Day
Turkey Day and the rest of the holidays are just around the corner. You’ve likely got your menu planned out already, and it just as likely includes turkey. You may have even planned on picking up some dog-friendly foods and treats so Fido and Buttercup will have their own spread to feast on. But did you know that there are actually several foods already on your list that are safe for them to eat? It’s true. Many of the staples that usually adorn holiday tables are actually okay for them to eat — in moderation, of course....
Live Export Industry Leads To Millions Of Needless Livestock Deaths Every Year
Billions of farm animals are forced into this agonizing system every day, traveling for days straight with with no food, no water, and no rest. Millions of the animals suffer and die in the process, Sentient Media reports. According to The Guardian, 5 million animals are in transit and exposed to poor conditions and inhumane slaughter upon arrival every single day, and 2 billion farm animals are loaded onto trucks and ships on journeys spanning weeks annually. Photo: Adobe Stock / AdwoLive export animal suffering has become a global issue....
Parrot Hilariously Complains About a Cat During a Conversation with His Human Dad
All animals being able to speak is undoubtedly an exciting thought. Characters in films and television shows have helped people see that, and it looked fun. Pet parents might be able to start conversations with their babies — to talk like how best friends do. If you want to experience a talking pet, you might want to adopt birds that can actually learn to speak. You’ll probably enjoy conversing with parrots such as African Greys, Macaws, Eclectus, Cockatoos, Budgies, Quaker, and Amazon Parrots. Photo: Youtube/Mr. Max T.V. Those...
20 Interesting Tidbits You Might Not Know About Cats
Did you know… 1. House cats share 95.6 percent of the same DNA as tigers. 2. Cats are thought to be the only mammals that don’t taste sweetness. 3. Cats do have an extra organ that allows them to taste scents in the air. 4. Kittens are born with closed eyes but they are blue when they finally open. 5. Cats’ collarbones don’t connect to their other bones, as these bones are buried in their shoulder muscles. Photo: Pixabay/congerdesign 6. Cats have 230 bones, while human beings only have 206. 7. A cat’s average...
Xoloitzcuintli: the History of One of Nature’s Most Unusual Dog Breeds
Descended from hairless dogs prized by the Aztecs and Maya, and revered as guardians of the dead, the more than 3,000-year-old Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced sho-lo-eats-queent-lee) is recognized as one of the oldest and rarest dog breeds on the planet. Also known as Mexico’s national dog, the hairless Xolo has smooth, close-fitting skin that’s thick to the touch. Their hairlessness is the result of a genetic mutation. The unique animals come in three sizes, and there is even a coated variety with short, flat fur. Either type can be...
After Cat They’d Homed Five Years Earlier Ends Up in Shelter, Vet Tech Adopts Him
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! Tigger showed up outside my home, wounded from fighting with another cat and suffering from an upper respiratory infection. I’m a vet tech and took him to the clinic for treatment. While he was recovering, a coworker inquired about adopting him. I agreed happily, as I thought he would be going with someone who would give him a forever home. He was a sweet, older orange tabby who...
