Help! My Dog Ate a Battery!
Whether your dog simply had a battery in his mouth or fully ingested it, Dr. Anna Robinson, a small animal veterinarian in Texas, says to take swift action. The first thing to do is to flush the dog’s mouth out with tepid water, then call your veterinarian. “Depending on the age and type of the battery ingested, there isn’t really any first aid you can do, unless your dog immediately vomits up the battery whole and unchewed,” says Dr. Robinson. Symptoms after dog ate battery “Batteries contain a variety of toxic...
Community celebrates Independence Day by ‘Calming the Canines’ at their local shelter
We’re republishing this blog from 2018 since Fourth of July is a stressful time for shelter pets. Here’s how one shelter kept their dogs calm during fireworks. It was the Fourth of July, and both of the shelters run by Maricopa County Animal Care & Control were full. Fireworks displays, a notorious trigger for canine anxiety, were scheduled in the areas surrounding both buildings. Worse, history had shown that the packed shelters would take in large numbers of dogs during and after the celebration. They could easily have...
Shelter Dog Has So Many Well-Wishers After Adoption, He Gets More Than 7,500 Facebook Fans
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! Have you ever seen an animal rescued, nursed back to health, rehabilitated, all on social media, and then never see or hear from them after the adoption? You just hope and pray that they are safe. PHOTO: MIKE DUENKE That’s what makes Champ so unique. When I was chosen to adopt him, I was asked if we could...
“Scary” Doberman Loves Cuddling Up With A Blanket
An adorable Doberman mix is going viral for his absolute love of blankets. Some dogs breeds are unfairly stereotyped as aggressive, when it really comes down to the individual dog and their upbringing. Photo: TikTok/@dashandthor While Dash the Doberman might wrongly be stereotyped as aggressive by people who don’t know him, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, Dash is like a giant teddy bear! He loves to cuddle up with a blanket and get nice and cozy. Photo: TikTok/@dashandthor Speaking with The Dodo, Dash’s...
Unlikely BFFs Milkshake & Dumplin’ are Inseparable Buds
Who doesn’t enjoy a good Odd Couple story regarding mismatched animals most of us would never have anticipated becoming best friends. Everybody needs a best bud, after all, so why shouldn’t animals, regardless of their species designation? Unlikely BFF’s Milkshake, the duck, and Dumplin’, the mini cow, are here to show once more that it can be done. The inseparable duo share a love for water and just hanging out together, but there’s a “sweet love story” behind their friendship, according to Louisiana...
It’s Not Just Sea Life That’s Inadvertently Consuming Toxic Plastics
Ready for more bad news concerning the ingestion of toxic plastics? At least, it seems that way every time we click on the news. Unfortunately, there is some unsettling information regarding the subject, and this time it’s not focusing on wildlife but on human beings. As it turns out, microplastics tend to collect in hotspots in the nasal cavity or the back of the throat, and it’s as unhealthy for us as it sounds. In recent years, we have regularly been inundated with stories regarding the negative impacts of plastics on wildlife,...
Meet The French Bulldog Who Loves Surfing
I grew up by the beach and surfing is a big hobby for people in my town. The water is freezing and it’s not sunny often, but people get out there and make the most of it. It’s exhilarating and fun, and once your surfboard and wetsuit are paid for, it’s a relatively cheap or even free activity. Phoro: YouTube/Kritter Klub As it turns out, it’s not just humans who might enjoy a day in the waves. Dogs can enjoy it as well! Ricochet the Golden Retriever was a prime example of a dog who loves to surf. Sadly, he passed away...
Wealthy Florida Woman Leaves Multimillion-Dollar Estate to Seven Cats
We’ve all heard the expression “You get to pick your friends, not your family.” Well, we also get to choose our pets, and if we want to make them the sole heirs to our estates, that’s our business, too (at least in some states). And that’s exactly what a wealthy Florida woman did when she had a stipulation placed in her will stating that she wanted to leave her money and Tampa mansion to her seven cats. Photo: Pixabay/damdie Per the Tampa Bay Times, Nancy Sauer passed away on November 23, 2022. Without any living...
One Year After Being Set On Fire, Warrior Princess Riona Has Found Her Forever Home
A sweet dog named Riona has endured horrific abuse at the hands of her cruel former owner but is ready to put the past behind her as she meets her new loving family. Almost a year ago to the date, she was doused in gas and set on fire and found running through the streets of Memphis. She was taken in by Tails of Hope Dog Rescue who brought her to Bluff City Veterinary Specialists and her long road to recovery began. The sweet pup underwent several surgeries and countless months of rehabilitation. According to the rescue, “60% of her...
What Are Qualities of the Best Vegetarian Dog Food?
Vegetarian dog food has gained significant popularity as one of the latest trends in the realm of dog food. Pet parents realize that vegetarian dog food stands out as a sustainable choice full of benefits that can help dogs live longer, healthier lives. But even so, many pet parents are not aware of what separates the best vegetarian dog food from other, less beneficial products that are simply riding the wave of the current trends. Here, Freshpet explores a few of the qualities of the best vegetarian dog food that pet parents should look for...
Best Heated Dog Beds and Are They Safe?
Heated dog beds are becoming increasingly popular among pet owners who want to provide their pup with a warm and comfortable place to rest. But are they good for your dog’s health? According to veterinarian and author Doc Halligan, the answer is yes! Heated beds especially benefit senior dogs with arthritis and other health issues. “When dogs get older, they may benefit from having soft and heated bedding as their muscle mass decreases,” she says. “They may also develop calluses and sores and their joints can become...
Senior Street Dogs Enjoy Day At The Beach In Thailand With Kindhearted Man
Niall Harbison is determined to save as many street dogs as possible in Thailand, which has close to one million stray dogs. He spends his days personally feeding 80 dogs and caring for a dozen sick or injured dogs at his sanctuary. But he doesn’t stop there… Homemade nutritious food is prepared every day to feed 800 street dogs on Koh Samui. Volunteers and locals help deliver the food and ensure as many dogs as possible have a full belly. In addition to the food, he focuses on medical care and sterilizing (spay/neuter) to reduce...
People, Pets, and Purpose: Kassidi Jones Adopted a Dog and Became an Anti-Racism Influencer
Kassidi Jones, a Ph.D. candidate studying 19th-Century African American Ecopoetics at Yale studying, always wanted a dog. Early in the pandemic, she visited a local shelter not expecting to adopt right away—and walked out with Ginger, who’d change her life. For a decade, Kassidi has studied race relations. As a Black woman, adopting a dog who most people identify as a pit bull, opened “another door,” she says, about “how else this is playing out every day in ways that so many people are able to gloss over.”...
Secrets for Healthy Skin and a Shiny Coat!
Diet, fresh water, grooming, and skin and coat supplements for dogs—plus a few other tricks—are the secrets to shiny, soft fur and healthy, hydrated skin! Paying attention to your dog’s skin and coat health will keep them looking ready for the dog show! Beyond that, it’ll also improve your dog’s general well-being and comfort. What’s more, these secrets to skin and coat health also support overall health. Find out how to keep your pup’s coat full and vibrant, including learning about the best skin and...
146 Dogs Found Dead: Heartbreaking Incident Shakes Animal Rescue Community
In a devastating turn of events that has left the animal rescue community reeling, the Portage Animal Protective League made a shocking discovery at an Ohio home belonging to the president and co-founder of Canine Lifeline, Inc. According to USA Today, a distressing tip led the agency to obtain a search warrant for the Mantua Township residence, where they uncovered a heart-wrenching scene. Inside the home, agents were met with the tragic sight of 146 dogs, confined to their crates, their bodies dead and decomposing. Photo: Adobe Stock /...
Abandoned Ginger Cat Makes Friends with Neighborhood Possum, Finds New 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! We didn’t want another cat. We had seen 12 of them through their lives, and we were happy with the one sweet older cat we had. And yet there he was, abandoned many months before by people who moved and left him. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ALEXA When we tried to get close to him, he would run away. Eventually,...
Affectionate & Loving Winnie Wants to Hook Up for a Meet & Greet
Meet Winnie, one of the sweetest 3-year-old girls you’ll ever have the pleasure of being introduced to. Winnie is currently in foster care in Tucson while she awaits her furever family. She knows it won’t be too long, as she’s just so darn likable. Since you’re already here, take a minute to get to know her right now. Photo: SACatRescue This beautiful girl is a very affectionate and loving kitty. After doing an excellent job of raising her precious babies, Winnie is now ready to find her perfect home where she can...
Handsome Darth’s No Dark Sith, Just a Good Boy Looking for a Furever Home
Greetings! My name is Darth, which means “dark.” But if you’re a Star Wars fan, you already know that. While I most certainly appear dark, my light spirit and breezy attitude are anything but. Besides being a stunner of a black Lab with a shiny, raven-colored coat, I weigh approximately 80 pounds. My people tell me that I am 6 years old, but that doesn’t mean much to me ’cause I still feel like a puppy full of pep, vim, and vigor. Photo: DLRR I bet you’d like to know how I am with kids. I am good with older...
Adventurous Cat Travels 70 Miles One-Way By Hitchhiking With Strangers
An adventurous and mischievous cat named Sox is safely home after hitchhiking 70 miles! The orange tabby cat lives with his owner, Jessica Roe, in Herne Bay, Kent, in the United Kingdom. Herne Bay, KentPhoto: Andy Potter/Wikimedia Commons License: CC BY-SA 2.0 According to the BBC, Sox is known to stray from home. Roe said she’s had to collect him from various places, including a nightclub! Despite his habit to wander, Roe continues to let him outside. But now, he’s taken things a step further. The BBC reports that sneaky feline...
Black and White Mom Cat Adopts a Baby Skunk
If you remember Pepé Le Pew, the first thing that probably comes to your mind is his love for a black cat with a painted white stripe. It was a Saturday morning cartoon that kept us entertained, but it seems that it isn’t that far from the truth. I’m sure that you have seen animals that don’t get along with each other. Perhaps it brings to mind the thought that only ‘birds of a feather flock together.’ Photo: YouTube / Animal Planet Then again, there are many families that have both dogs and cats under the...
