Puppy Abandoned at SFO Airport Gets Happy Ending When Pilot Steps Up to Adopt Him
Just in time for a happy ending, a puppy abandoned at customs at the San Francisco International airport has been adopted by a caring airline pilot after the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and United Airlines worked in tandem to find the confused canine a forever home. Earlier this month, a young dog named Polaris arrived at SFO on an international flight from China with its owner, but due to difficulties with the animal’s paperwork, the puppy’s owner decided to continue on without him to New York....
Dog Abandoned For Being “Too Old” Finds A Place To Live Out His Golden Years
Bringing home a puppy is exciting, but that excitement often fades when the puppy grows into an adult dog. It’s inevitable, but it’s not something every pet parent plans for. Some people just want puppies or young dogs. For those who are dedicated pet parents, having a puppy grow into a full-grown dog and live out their senior years is a dream. But for others, senior dogs are little more than an annoyance. Photo: YouTube/Sidewalk Specials Sadly, Victor’s owners fell into the latter category. They didn’t want the...
Blind Dog Has Farmland Adventures with His Sighted Sisters
This story is an entrant in the Fur-Ever Family Photo & Story Contest. Voting runs through December 31. Three grand prize winners will each receive $500 in cash and $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. See all the entrants and finalists here! This blind little pup makes all of us smile. He’s able to keep up with his sighted “sisters” and posts his adventures regularly on his Momma’s Facebook account. PHOTO: PAMELA GARDINER He and his sisters have the run of adjacent agricultural properties and...
The Best Dog Harness for Your Blind Dog
You want to ensure that your blind dog’s safe when roaming around. Of course, his sense of smell and hearing will help guide him in his adventures. And there are special harnesses that you can use to keep him out of harm’s way. You may have rescued a dog who was already blind. Or your pup has suddenly or slowly become blind. Whatever the circumstance, I’m sure that you want him to be safe and happy. How to care for a blind dog One way you can care for your blind dog is by getting him a harness specifically made for him....
Jonathan The Giant Tortoise Celebrates His 190th Birthday And Becomes World’s Oldest Tortoise
Very few people and animals live to be 100 years old, but a giant tortoise named Jonathan just celebrated his 190th birthday. He is proving that age is just a number. Documents show that Jonathan arrived fully grown on St Helena Island in 1882. He was a gift for Sir William Grey-Wilson and thought to be roughly 50 years old. That means he hatched in 1832. If only he could talk… His recent milestone birthday earned him another Guinness World Records title. Aside from being the oldest living land animal, he is now the world’s...
This Adorable Dog Aspires to be Part of a Horse Parade and Cutely Sneaks into the Line-Up
Dogs have always expressed their curiosity for things, most hilariously or endearingly. You often find them in the most random places participating in an act that triggered their interest. Sometimes those moments aren’t only because they are inquisitive, but it excites them. They can find fun in almost everything they see — making them a great source of joy and light. You’d see the positivity and beauty in the world again if you had a puppy around you. Canines can undoubtedly help you see the excitement even in the smallest...
A Pit Bull Got Invited to a Corgi’s Birthday Party Only to Be Surprised More Than the Actual Celebrant
The love of a pet parent knows no bounds, and they’d really provide the best life to their fur babies like their own child. From high-quality pet food and pet care products to the best grooming salon in town, dogs and cats are living the dream. Nowadays, there are a lot of ways to express your love for your pets, as various services gets released every year. Sometimes pet parents express that affection by organizing an event for their pups, and they love celebrating their life and mingling with other dedicated fur parents. Photo:...
A German Shepherd is Extremely Fond of a Pygmy Goat and Treats It Like a Pup
They say a dog is man’s best friend, but their circle of friends doesn’t stop with humans. Dogs can be anyone’s best bud because they can make friends wherever they go. They tend to build friendships with different animals, too — big or small, dogs can capture their hearts. The fur of sunshine is definitely a friend anyone deserves to have. They are loving, loyal, joyful, and knows how to have great fun. In short, dogs are indeed amazing animals that have brought extra light to the world. Every household graced by its...
Watch As Four Horses Are Saved From Freezing Cold Waters
If you live in an area where the temperatures often dip below freezing, you have probably heard your fair share of advice on dealing with the ice. If you are out on the ice, and you fall through, you likely know the scenario and what to do in order to have the best chance of survival. Photo: YouTube/KPAX-TV Then again, if you are a horse and fall through the ice, you aren’t quite in such a good situation. It’s difficult to reason with a horse, but when we see them in trouble, we want to save them just the same. I’m sure...
Where Do Service Dogs Wait While Guests Go On Rides At Disneyland?
If you spend any time at Disney World or any of the Disney parks, you realize that there are some people who need a little assistance. In some cases, they may get assistance from a service dog and that pooch is there to help them, regardless of whether they are having difficulty walking or are dealing with a variety of health problems. Photo: Pexels/Craig Adderley Even though Disney does pick and choose when dogs are permitted into the park, any actual service dog is going to be welcome. They don’t welcome comfort pets, although there...
Women Use Cat To Run Cable Underground
If you’ve ever had to run cable underground before, you know how difficult it can be. It may be a simple task that only requires a few feet of length to go underground, but getting it that distance can be tricky. Two women were faced with that scenario recently and their solution is brilliant: They had the cat do the job for them! Photo: TikTok/@chat_pardeur The women were trying to run from one end of the deck to the other, but the wire needed to be under the boards. Attempting to put it through on their own would require some...
Cat Works From Home With Animated Arms
There’s a stereotype about cat owners working from home. Because cats need to be the center of attention, they often try to join and distract their working owners. Photo: YouTube/jimmy something doodles During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people got a taste of working from home when widespread lockdowns occurred. For some of those with cats, working from home became a two-party job: the person responsible for the work, and the cat. One animator took to YouTube to share a creative video he made of a cat working from home with its owner....
Bonded Senior Dogs Adopted Together After Their Owner Becomes Too Ill to Care for Them
This story is an entrant in the Fur-Ever Family Photo & Story Contest. Voting runs through December 31. Three grand prize winners will each receive $500 in cash and $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. See all the entrants and finalists here! I was searching for the right rescue dog, wanting a small, fluffy senior. I have always done well with the senior dogs I had in the past. My favorite breed was a Bichon Frise/Shih Tzu mix, especially after I learned they are called teddy bear dogs. I found a listing for an older...
Festive Dog Sings Along To “White Christmas” By The Three Tenors
It’s the holiday season, and one way that many people like to celebrate is by singing along to Christmas tunes. There’s just something about Christmas music that really brings in the holiday spirit. As it turns out, it’s not just humans that can enjoy some good Christmas music but our pets can as well! Photo: YouTube/BestDogsLifeUK Hugo is a prime example of that, as he loves singing along to music that his owners play for him. The golden retriever loves to sing so much that his owners even started the YouTube channel...
Best Dog Insurance Plan and Pet Insurance Company for Your Pup
If you’re wondering how to find the best dog insurance, you’re not alone. Pet health insurance has been around for decades, yet many pet owners are still unclear about how it works, how much it costs and whether it’s worth buying. Read on for all the details. What is pet insurance? Pet insurance pays you for a portion of covered medical bills should your dog ever become injured or sick. Pet insurance works differently than human medical insurance in that: You can see any veterinarian you choose — no need to find...
Marine Life Remains Under Threat and Entangled with Fishing Gear Issues
The planet might be put at even greater risk if the marine ecosystem continues to lose life. Both the environment and civilization gain numerous benefits from the Earth’s waters — the ecosystem balances everything out. Earth is covered by 71% water; without it, there would be no assurance of survival. People would lose jobs, sources of food, and oxygen — making it humanity’s duty to protect and preserve the oceans. Water is indeed a source of life, and with further research, it might offer more benefits to the world....
Meet the Multi-Talented Labrador Retriever!
The Labrador Retriever approaches sports, work and life with boundless enthusiasm. His outgoing personality complements his athleticism and work ethic. Social and expressive, this Retriever is especially biddable to human direction. Labs are celebrated military and service dogs, therapy dogs, hunting dogs, sport stars and all-around companions. Labrador Retriever is bred for athleticism Ancestors of the Labrador Retriever worked with Newfoundland fisherman off the Labrador Sea shores. Their coats helped them tolerate the freezing salt spray...
Fluffy Cat Tries To Catch Snowflakes In The Yard
A fluffy cat named Snowshoe was caught in the act of playing with snowflakes in the yard and it’s too cute! The video was taken by the cat’s owner in White Cloud, Michigan during the first snow of the year. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog According to ViralHog, the Snowshoe’s owner explained, “I was looking out the window during a snowstorm and I saw my cat, Snowshoe, jumping around. Luckily, I had my phone in my hand and immediately started recording.” They added, “I’ve never seen her do this ever before....
Doggy Daycares Are Dressing Up Pups To Recreate The Nativity Scene
The holiday season is in full swing and one thing that many people enjoy is a good ol’ Nativity Scene. The classic set-up usually features Joseph, Mary, and baby Jesus in a manger. Sometimes it’s even accompanied by an angel or some wise men. As it turns out, it’s not just people that can enjoy the Nativity Scene, but dogs can as well! Photo: Pexels/Leah Kelley In fact, some doggy daycares are getting into the holiday spirit by recreating the classic Nativity Scene with a canine twist. Happy Hounds Daycare in Coventry, UK...
PewDiePie’s 17-Year-Old Pug Named Maya Just Died
Losing a pet is so hard, especially around the holidays. Even celebrities can’t escape the heartbreak that comes from losing a pet. Recently, 33-year-old Felix Arvid Ulf Kjellberg, more popularly known as PewDiePie, had to say goodbye to his beloved pug named Maya. PewDiePie and Maya have been taking the internet by storm for years, and Felix regularly posts photos of them together on Instagram. Felix announced Maya’s passing on Instagram in mid-December, writing: “Said farewell to my little Maya this morning.. 17 years is a...
