9 Dog Breeds With Terrible Work Ethics
Dogs in general are thought to have good work ethics, especially service dogs. National Work Like A Dog Day is celebrated every year on August 5th to honor those people who go above and beyond and must be inspired by border collies and golden retrievers. But some dogs are just plain lazy. In observance of this holiday, we thought we would share some dog breeds that are the opposite of “good workers”. These low-maintenance dogs would prefer a nap over chasing a ball but will entertain you with their adorable antics. See if your...
7 Workaholic Dog Breeds
Work Like A Dog Day is celebrated every year on August 5 to praise the people who go the extra mile. It was inspired by hardworking canines and service dogs. Will all work and no play is not good for anyone (including dogs), we thought we would share some dog breeds who are overachievers and inspire people to do more. Overtime…no problem for these athletic and energetic breeds. Border Collie Photo: Pixabay Border collies are the definition of workaholics. They lock in on their task and have the energy and stamina to herd/work all day....
Animal Intake in the HASS Model: the Vision, the Myths, the Revolution
[embedded content] What does animal intake look like in the Human Animal Support Services model? Join us for an eye-opening webinar as we delve into the vision, the nitty-gritty, and common misconceptions about this model’s transformative and lifesaving impact. Dr. Ellen Jefferson, President and CEO of Austin Pets Alive!, and Vincent Medley, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services, discuss this topic with Jorge Ortega, Animal Services Director for Guilford County Animal Shelter, a HASS pilot shelter. Viewers will...
Save the date! The Open Arms Challenge is coming April 2024
Exciting news! You’re one of the first to hear that the next Open Arms Challenge registration will open at the end of February 2024, with the Challenge taking place in April 2024. Mark your calendars now and add this to your planning! Going forward, there will only be one Challenge per year. The Challenge is all about opening our hearts and minds to more accessible and inclusive practices, helping to keep pets with their people through Return to Home and Foster programs and so much more. Not only do we all hope to see...
Is Small Dog Syndrome Actually Anxiety?
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Kitten Rescued From Life in Guinea Pig Cage Thrives in New Loving Home
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Scooter was rescued from a hoarding situation where he had been kept in a guinea pig cage. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PIYATHIDA SRIKOOM The woman had countless dogs who barked at him all day. He was 16-weeks-old and he was so clumsy, as he’d never been allowed out. As a physiotherapist who used to work with...
Some Animals like Being Visited at the Zoo and Some Don’t
A visit to the zoo gives us an opportunity to see animals that we may never see in the wild. We might enjoy seeing all of the animals, but a study shows us that there are a limited number that enjoy seeing us. Researchers from Bolton University, Harper Adams University, and Nottingham Trent University took a closer look at over 250 different species of animals to see how they reacted when humans were nearby. Photos: Pixabay / davidosta None of the animals in the study were primates, but they were made up of 56% mammals, 28% birds, and the...
Little Piglet Escapes a Bad Situation and Finds a Forever Home
Many people are kind to animals and they likely have at least one pet in their home. Others, however, make it their ambition in life to save as many animals as possible. That is the case with the woman in this video, and she was busy rescuing a most unlikely critter. It was a little pig that had escaped a bad situation, but it wasn’t long before he reacted to her kind tone and words. Photo: YouTube / The Dodo She sat in the woods with the little piglet for about five hours, feeding him cashews and convincing him that she could be...
How a Little Girl Became a Mother to Three Ducks
We often hear about dogs being man’s best friend, and we may have a pet in our family that really proves just how well animals and children can get along. Those bonds are not limited to only dogs and cats. That fact is clearly seen and beautifully illustrated in a story about a little girl named Opal. Photos: YouTube / The Dodo Opal was out with her mother at the park and they saw a duck egg on the sidewalk. At first, the mother was nervous about Opal touching the duck egg, but it wasn’t long before they realized it needed to be...
Parrots Get Their Tropical Showers at Parrot Garden
Everybody needs to get a bath on occasion. It can help us to feel better about ourselves and even has health benefits that can’t be denied. This isn’t only true for humans, even parrots need to get cleaned from time to time. When they get dirty, they enjoy taking a shower, but it isn’t always easy when they are living their life in a cage. Photos: YouTube / Best Friends Animal Society Fortunately, the rescued parrots at the Parrot Garden are able to get a refreshing shower and can show off their feathers at the same time. A...
Tiny Puppies in a Basement Are Given a Miracle
Dogs live in the world around us and they truly make the world a better place. There are times, however, when they may need some help and that is what happened in this story. A subscriber to the Love Furry Friends YouTube channel sent them a video, showing some small puppies that were abandoned and living alone in a basement. Photos: YouTube / Love Furry Friends It took no time for them to decide they were going to help. When they arrived, they found one of the puppies running loose but she was happy to welcome the kindness of a stranger. The...
Little Puppy Is Abandoned and Chases after Her Owner
When we see dogs that are abandoned or abused, our hearts really go out to them. We want to do what we can to help, but sometimes we are limited in what we are able to do. Every once in a while, however, we get an opportunity to do something profound, and that was the case with the people in this video. They were driving down the road when they saw something unthinkable, but rather than just standing by, they took action. Photos: YouTube / Pets in Love A little puppy was thrown from a moving car and the entire event was caught on a dashcam....
Precious Wants to Be Your “Precious” But Not in a Creepy Gollum “Lord of the Rings” Way
Meet Precious, a beautiful, perky-eared little gal who has found herself in and out of Pima Animal Care Center a couple of times in her young life (through no fault of her own). She’s looking to leave PACC in her rearview mirror permanently this time, and maybe you can help make that happen. To do that, she needs a loving family and a secure yard to keep her safe and sound at home – just those two simple things and that’s it! Precious has lived with other dogs and was found as a stray and stayed with her finder for about a...
Voting for NYC’s Official Wildflower Contest is Going on Now Until Fall 2023
There are five boroughs that makeup New York City. They include Brooklyn, Staten Island, the Bronx, Queens, and Manhattan. Each has its own native wildflowers, and everyone is likely to have their own opinions as to which are the best. Now, there’s a contest to decide which will become the representative for them all. Botanist Marielle Anzelone is the director of NYC Wildflower Week, a nonprofit she founded after working in the city’s parks department. She’s behind the new Vote Wildflower NYC contest, hoping it will...
Rescue Puppy With Rare Birth Defect Defies Odds And Lives To Adulthood
An adorable rescue puppy named Bin has defied the odds and lived to adulthood. And he seems to be thriving! Bin has been living at the Saved Souls Foundation in Kok Ngam, Thailand since he was born. (ENG/TH)Update Bin 🙏😇As soon as Bin has had all his vaccinations, about 2 months from now, he will be operated on. … Posted by Saved Souls Foundation on Sunday, December 25, 2022 The foundation introduced Bin on Instagram, saying: ” “Meet Bin. An extraordinary puppy born with a unique disability. We like to...
Train Your Dog to Be Home Alone
Dogs don’t instinctively know how to act when left home alone. Some suffer from separation anxiety or get bored, and this can lead to destructive behavior, escape attempts, self-harm, and more. But you can train your dog to be home alone without getting anxious or bored, and this article will cover tips and best practices. How Long Can You Leave Your Dog at Home? This depends on their breed, age, and personality. Generally, dogs older than a year old can stay home alone for several hours (with the right training), but puppies and...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Marketing strategy plan, all things cat and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Make kitten season a little easier with these courses from Maddie’s® UniversityAs kitten season continues through summer, here are a few self-paced courses and webcasts, designed to make your life easier, all available on Maddie’s® University. Self-paced courses Building Foster Programs for Cats and Kittens Your community’s capacity to care for cats and kittens depends heavily on your organization’s foster programs. The cat program at...
How Long Are Dogs Pregnant? (And Other Dog Pregnancy Facts)
Pregnancy is a common part of life, but there’s so much mystery around it! If you’ve given birth or know someone who has, you might think you know a lot about conception, pregnancy and birth. It might even seem like it’s similar across mammals. And while there are similarities in how different mammals give birth, there are also plenty of differences. Take dogs, for example. If you’re a dog owner or simply curious about canine pregnancy, you might wonder how dogs can get pregnant, how long they’re pregnant for,...
Farmer Helps Goat And Horse Untangle After Goat Gets Stuck In Horse’s Tail
“Well this was a first,” Teresa Brake Goins said. As a farmer with Orchard View Farm, she’s used to working with animals and all that farming entails. But one morning, she went out to check on her livestock and discovered her goat was stuck in her horse’s tail! Photo: TikTok/@orchardviewfarm1 Goins pulled out her phone to record the unusual situation and she later shared the video on TikTok. In the clip, you can see Jessie the goat all tangled up in the tail of Cooper the horse! Photo: TikTok/@orchardviewfarm1...
Tiny Moue Chases Hungry Cat Away And Lives To Tell The Tale
A tiny mouse has lived to see another day thanks to his bravery in chasing away a hungry cat! Cats are predators and mice are natural prey. Because of that, it’s not uncommon to hear about a cat chasing or even eating a mouse. How many housecats come back from wandering outside with small rodents in tow? Photo: Twitter/@TheFigen_ Twitter user @TheFigen_ shared a video of the incredible moment on social media with the caption, “No matter how small you are…..always fight back!” In the video, you can see a hungry-looking...
