What to Know Before Getting Your First Dog
Dogs are loyal and affectionate and make great companions. However, you should know a few important things before bringing a furry friend into your home. This article will cover essential considerations and responsibilities of being a dog parent, from finding the right breed to keeping them happy and healthy while you’re away. Lifestyle and Living Situation Find a breed/dog that matches your lifestyle and living situation. Some breeds of dogs are more active than others and may require more exercise and outdoor space, while others are...
Why Does My Dog Hide Under the Bed?
Stacy Nordstrom Stacy Nordstrom is an award-winning freelance writer and technical editor who specializes in pet, music, and technology topics. Her articles have appeared in Catster, CAT FANCY, and Cats USA, among other publications. Stacy lives in Southern California with a sweet 12-year-old Cocker Spaniel/Labrador mix named Maggie and a 17-year-old gray shorthair cat named Mollie. You can find Stacy on Instagram at @stacy_m_nordstrom, where she posts pictures of her garden, sunsets, sailing adventures, and her pets being cute. Source:...
An Animal Rescuer Inspiringly Cares for Orphaned Baby Rhinos Together With Her Cat
Witnessing organizations and individuals make efforts to provide the best life for orphaned animals is truly inspiring. They have given them the childhood they deserve after losing their parents. It’s difficult for young animals to survive independently in the wild. They need a home where all their needs are provided without missing a day. Thankfully, in orphanages, sanctuaries, and rehabilitation centers, they allow animals to roam freely. They are kept in the area until they are completely ready to live in their natural habitat....
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Funding resources, Canine Science Symposium and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Fundraising resources for your animal organizationFundraising is a crucial aspect for animal well-being (welfare) organizations to continue their mission of providing services for people and pets. Successful fundraisers bring in the necessary funds to cover the costs of medical care, food, shelter, and other essential needs. That’s why this month’s resource drive on Maddie’s® Pet Forum is all about fundraising!… Learn More Learn the...
A Teddy Bear Becomes This Little Foal’s Source of Happiness After Losing Its Mother
Comfort can be found in a lot of things, but for most kids, it’s from a certain item. Their favorite belongings make them feel at ease whenever mom and dad are not around. When the night gets too dark and silent, all they have to do is hug their blanket, pillow, or stuffed toy. Young animals behave that way as well. They can feel negative emotions that give them a hard time falling asleep. Orphaned animals are often provided with comfort items by sanctuaries. They find a companion after losing a parent — regaining happiness after...
Grieving Stray Dog Carries Her Favorite Stuffed Toy Around Town
Life as a stray dog can be incredibly difficult. Stray dogs are often forced to scavenge for food and water, which can be a daily struggle. They may be constantly on the move, searching for shelter and safety from the elements, other animals, and even humans. Stray dogs are also at a greater risk of disease, injury, and abuse, as they lack the protection and care that comes with a stable home environment. While some strays manage to survive on the streets, for many stray dogs, life is a constant struggle. Photo: Pexels/Gomez Daniel One poor...
This Dog’s Favorite Hobby Is Horseback Riding and He Has Loved It Since He Was a Pup
With how brilliant and fun-loving dogs are, it’s not surprising that they’ll also have hobbies. Pet parents engage them in various interests that both of them will enjoy. They may take their dogs for a swim, hike, run, or even teach them how to surf. It’s an exciting way to build a bond with your pup — you’ll know them even better in every activity you do together. Surprisingly, some dogs do not need training, as they naturally have fun with a particular hobby. Dogs learn such skills through observation,...
Clumsy Golden Retriever Tries To Get His Ball From The Pool Without Getting Wet
While golden retrievers are known for their friendly and gentle nature, they are also sometimes known for being a bit clumsy. Due to their exuberant and playful personalities, it seems like they can be prone to tripping over their own feet, knocking things over, or just generally being a bit clumsy. Photo: TikTok/@thegoldenbros_t.b This tendency towards clumsiness can be endearing to some and frustrating to others, but in my humble opinion, it’s part of their charm. One clumsy golden retriever named Blue recently went viral for his...
Golden Retriever Does Unexpected “Trust Fall” With Delivery Driver
Golden retrievers are beloved by people around the world thanks to their friendly and gentle nature. Like many dog breeds, golden retrievers are subject to various stereotypes and they often hold true. One common stereotype is that golden retrievers are overly friendly and will befriend anyone, including strangers. Photo: TikTok/@ruffryderthegr One golden retriever who fills the stereotype perfectly is a sweet pup named Ryder. While some dogs “guard” their homes and try to scare off anyone who comes nearby, Ryder waits leisurely...
Woman Surprises Grieving Grandma With A New Puppy
While pet ownership can take a lot of work and effort, it’s also incredibly rewarding and fulfilling for pets and owners alike. The relationship between pets and senior citizens, especially, can be incredibly beneficial for both parties. Pets provide companionship and love, which can help seniors combat feelings of loneliness and depression. In addition, caring for a pet can provide a sense of purpose and responsibility, and can even encourage seniors to be more active and engaged in their daily lives. Photo: TikTok/@sarahmills_ats1...
Woman Shares 7 Signs Your Child Is Being Raised By Huskies
When you have a dog in your home, they are more than just a houseguest, they are a member of the family. It isn’t long before they have all of the privileges and rights of anyone in the home. This includes your children, who also share in the household in much the same way. In fact, if you have the right breed of dog in your family, they may just grow up to be one and the same. One person who knows this all too well is the mother of two huskies. Those dogs, Triton and Atlas, have taken over the home and in a large way, have taken over...
Could a Gluten-Free Diet Improve Your Pup’s Digestive Health?
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Dog Food Sensitivity: Symptoms and Treatment
Caring for a dog with food sensitivities brings up a lot of emotions — fear, frustration, worry and anger — even before you identify the specific sensitivity. Though understanding symptoms and managing your dog’s meals seems difficult up front, it ultimately makes for an easier and happier life for you and your dog. Dog food sensitivity explained Dogs with food sensitivities have negative reactions to specific food ingredients, and these reactions reside on a spectrum. Unlike food allergies, a food sensitivity does not...
Dog Ate a Bee (and Stung!): What to Do
Many dogs will snap at flying bees and eat them, resulting in painful mouth stings. The first signs that your dog has been stung by a bee are swelling around the nose, mouth and muzzle, says to Dr. Natalie Isaza, owner of Access Veterinary Services in Florida. If your dog eats the bee, first determine if there’s an allergic reaction. Dog stung by bee in mouth: What to do Check for normal breathing and behavior. Don’t panic: Your dog may paw at the face. Bee stings hurt! Watch for deep, rapid breaths, indicating tissues in...
Stray Dog Found Eating Bugs in Park Has a Change of Luck
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! After a fire took both my home and my dog Zoe, I didn’t really want another one until my brother found her in Memorial Park, eating bugs. I named her Digo, for Indigo. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / MAT COULTON She wanted nothing to do with anyone for two weeks but came out of her shell to learn a dozen tricks in two weeks. She is an all-black Blue Heeler mix with a white blaze and white...
Deaf Shelter Cat Keeps Getting Overlooked, Except By One Person Who Can’t Take Her In
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! It was late 2008 and I was going to the local pet warehouse in Camarillo for supplies. One of my favorite parts about visiting Pet Royalty, as it was called, was the giant cat enclosure in the back where Concerned People for Animals had their rescues. It was awesome – it looked like a giant cat playground, and I always went back for a visit. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / VISTAWEI That day I...
Wobbly Denji Needs an Understanding Pet Parent to Welcome Him
Meet handsome Denji, a tuxedo kitty with plenty of personality and charm living in southern Arizona. This sweet boy is a huge cuddle bug who would thrive in a multi-cat household. While he enjoys cuddle time and love from his humans, Denji also has a playful side that he likes to let shine. Like most cats, boxes are a favorite for him, and little spring toys are simply to die for in his expert opinion. Denji does have CH, aka Cerebellar Hypoplasia, aka Wobbly Cat Syndrome. Fortunately, it is more of a mild case. He gets around just fine and...
Ticks Prefer Humans Over Animals When it Comes to Choosing Hosts
Flea and tick season is quickly approaching, and in some states, it’s already here. If you live somewhere that doesn’t get cold enough for long enough over the winter, you likely have to deal with them far more frequently. As climate change increases, we could be looking at them year-round in areas no one ever expected. The problem is, you don’t have to be a hiker or an outdoorsy type to be exposed to the blood-thirsty little buggers. Your pets could be bringing them home. Unfortunately, once that happens, they could be...
Friendly Rescue Cow Is Determined To Befriend Grumpy Horse
Cows are absolutely adorable. Their big, soulful eyes and fuzzy ears make them irresistibly cute. A sweet rescue cow named Winston is definitely one of those cows that’s hard to resist – that is, unless you’re a horse. Photo: YouTube/We Love Animals Winston the cow lives on the Delmar Farm, an equine and farm animal sanctuary in Florida, along with other farm animals and plenty of horses. His owner, Claudia, shared with We Love Animals that she rescued Winston and welcomed him onto the Delmar Farm when he was just two months...
Exploring a Plant Based Diet for Dogs
Plant based diets are growing more popular for humans and their furry friends alike for a variety of reasons. A plant based diet for dogs promotes sustainability, provides solutions to allergies, helps control weight, and boasts anti-inflammatory and immune boosting ingredients, and can be incredibly tasty as well! Still, some pet parents are understandably skeptical of plant based diets and want to do a little research about the niche. Freshpet acknowledges that pet parents often have questions surrounding plant based diets, with one of the...
