People on the Internet Falls in Love with a Charming One-Eared Dog Named Rae
External congenital disabilities often happen to puppies, and it’s saddening to see the little ones struggle as they grow up. You’d think it’ll be hard for them to survive when they have a missing body part — especially one that helps them daily. Those external congenital disabilities often come in missing body parts like legs, eyes, ears, or even a tail. This condition is usually caused by hereditary issues. It can also happen when the mother has nutritional defects, a disease while pregnant, difficulties in labor,...
Woman Survives Cancer And Writes Touching “Rap Song” For The Dog That Helped Her
Music takes on many different forms, and rap is one of them. Love it or not, that style of music is here to stay and it just keeps growing in popularity. Perhaps that is why so many people tune in to hear “Mac Lethal” and his show on KRBZ in Kansas City, Missouri. He has an audience that looks forward to hearing him because he takes lyrics sent in from fans and raps them for his audience. Photo: YouTube/Mac Lethal Darcy is one of his listeners who doesn’t care much for rap music but she never misses a show. She also sent a...
World Traveler Sid May Have Finally Found His Forever Home!
A sweet dog in southern Arizona may have finally found his forever home after waiting a year and a half to get one. His name is Sid, and he’s been staying with his foster mom via Lucy’s Hope Sanctuary & Rescue. Like so many small rescues, Lucy’s Hope is completely volunteer based. That means there are no massive fundraisers or paid staff to care for the animals they get off the streets. In Sid’s case, he’s been fortunate to have the stability of one determined foster mom who has never given up on the handsome...
Cat Gives Her Life to Save Her Human From a House Fire
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! This “tail” is not a totally happy one. A friend of ours, Nana Liz, was gifted with a beauty of a feline from the local shelter. Abigail was her name, and she was a sweet love of a cat. Abigail hit it off right away with Liz. They enjoyed quiet days playing, or sitting on the couch together. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ANNALISA IDELER Approximately five months after Abigail came to...
Tips for Creating a Cute, But Safe, Halloween Costume for Your Pup
Spooky season is officially upon us. We’re cozying up watching scary movies, decorating our homes with pumpkins and skeletons, and planning some elaborate costumes… or just wearing something in our closet that passes as a costume. Often, pet parents want to get their dogs in on the Halloween festivities. If you’re thinking of dressing them up, be sure to share pictures so everyone can enjoy them, but also, you need to take some steps to ensure your pet’s costume is safe and comfortable. Check Your Dog’s...
Cruz the Therapy Dog Becomes an Official Member of the Salinas Fire Department
Recently, the Salinas, California, Fire Department had some exciting news to share with the public: they added a new crew member to the team! What’s so exciting about that? Well, his name is Cruz, and his hair is a bit longer than the rest of the firefighters you’re used to seeing, but that’s because Cruz is a handsome black Lab that happens to be a therapy dog. Sworn in October 2022, in this case, he’s the Department’s first-ever. Photo: Salinas Fire Department Dogs in the Workforce Salinas Fire Chief, Sam...
Police Officer Risks Getting Sprayed To Rescue Skunk Stuck In An Ice Cream Cup
You never quite know what you are going to run into when you’re a police officer. You might start out the day with absolutely nothing on the agenda but by the time it’s over, you find that you are involved in something you never could have expected. Photo: Facebook/Paul Wendy Beck Sr. Perhaps that’s why some police officers describe their job as being hours of boredom punctuated by moments of sheer terror. Of course, those unexpected events are not always terrifying. This was recently seen in Indiana when a skunk found...
Find Out Which Dog Toys and Treats are Dangerous for Your Dogs!
More than 200,000 dogs suffer from choking every year in the US. Common causes? Dog treats and toys. Not all dog toys and treats are safe. When buying toys, there are important factors to consider such as your dog’s play style and chew style which are part of its unique personality. And so, for your pet’s health and your own peace of mind, you should know which toys and treats are fine for your dog. YouTube/The Pet’s Empire Kinds of Dog Toys That You Should Avoid Buying According to the People’s Dispensary for Sick...
New York City’s Famous “Bodega Cats” May Not Be Getting The Care That They Need
The cats that live in New York City really have quite a reputation. Small shops throughout the city have those bodega cats and New Yorkers seem to have really fallen in love with them. Although it certainly is true that bodega cats are part of our culture in New York City, they aren’t necessarily cared for in the way that they need. In many cases, these cats are cared for properly but that isn’t always true. Photo: YouTube/Flatbush Cats In some cases, bodega cats are not being given what they need in the way of food, housing, and...
The Best Ugly (but Cute) Dog Christmas Sweaters
Have you noticed how a dog’s face can instantly transform an ugly Christmas sweater into a cute one? Whether it’s for a holiday party or lounging around the Christmas tree, as long as your holiday sweater includes a furry friend on it, any sweater — ugly or cute — is pretty spectacular to us! We’ve rounded up our favorite ugly dog Christmas sweaters, including some personalized dog Christmas sweater options and matching sets for you and your dog. Where can I find ugly dog Christmas sweaters? Most clothing stores...
Best Online Dog Training Courses: Taught by Pet Experts
Are you looking for the best online dog training courses? Do you wish you had a beautiful and thriving relationship with your dog? If so, you should think about choosing the best online dog training course to help your pet understand what behaviors are acceptable. It can be efficient and quick! Whether you want to teach your dog new tricks and basic obedience or have a new puppy in your life, we’ve created a list of the top online dog training courses based on many factors. Spoiler Alert! The best overall comes from the K9 Training...
Fire Fighters Honor Dog Who Served Alongside Them With Touching Canine Funeral
Dogs and fire stations go together like peanut butter and jelly. Dogs first started living with firefighters in the days of horses and buggies. The dogs would help the horses navigate the stressful situations they faced, but when fire trucks replaced horses, the dogs stuck around. A dog’s role in a firehouse is a little different than it was back in the day of horses and buggies. Rather than being working dogs, fire pups generally stick around to comfort firefighters and offer emotional support. Photo: flickr/Justin LaBerge Negro is one...
Mini-Dachshund Performs “Freestyle” Dance Performance With Mom
An adorable pooch is taking the world by storm thanks to her impressive dance skills! The miniature dachshund named Henrietta first rose to fame back in 2006 when she performed a “freestyle” dance routine alongside her owner, Emily Pyle. Photo: YouTube/sharly999 Photo: YouTube/sharly999 A video of their performance, set to saloon-style music, was uploaded to YouTube where it received more than 2 million views. While it may seem like an unusal style of performance, there’s a whole group dedicated to advancing the canine...
Google Searches for Adoptable Dogs Are Up During This Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
October may be known for its pumpkins, leaves, and spooky costumes, but it’s also a time in which dog adoptions are especially encouraged. Who doesn’t want to bundle up inside with their pup during a crisp fall evening?! Both American Humane and the ASPCA celebrate October with pooches in mind, as they celebrate Adopt-a-Dog-Month and Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, respectively. A new search analysis has found that plenty of Americans have such an adoption in mind this year. PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / PEPINPEDROS Online pet shop Yappy.com...
Should You Be Worried About Black Spots On Your Dog’s Tongue?
So, your dog has black spots on its tongue. Does it mean they’ve got some chow chow in them or that perhaps there’s a problem? The answer is very likely no on both counts. There are actually a number of breeds where this is not at all uncommon. The list includes but is not limited to Dobermans, Labradors, German shepherds, Airedales, a few hounds, collies, and even little guys such as Pomeranians, pugs, and bichon frisés. It can be one small spot or many. Photo: Pixabay/RonaldPlett Spotted Tongues in Dogs The culprit here...
Ancient Civilization Isn’t That Much Different From Us Modern People– We’re All Obsessed With Cats
All hail the cats! Seems like people have been under the spell of these cute little felines ever since ancient times. The obsession still persists today and it can be seen in the most prominent form of the internet now. Garfield, Tom from Tom & Jerry, and Salem from Sabrina are some famous cats in fiction. And then remember Nyan Cat? That video from years ago that the internet became obsessed with, was made into a meme, and no one was safe from being exposed to it. How about the recent video game, Stray, which most Youtube gamers played...
Boxer Befriends Tiny Baby In Adorable Viral Video
Welcoming a baby into the family can be an exciting time, but it can also be quite stressful. For those with pets, you never really know how your animal will react to having another baby around. Some dogs become jealous when their owner brings home a baby, but other dogs go into full-on protection mama mode! Photo: YouTube/ViralHog It seems that Prince the boxer took the latter approach and happily welcomed his new baby sister home. In a sweet video shared on YouTube, you can see the two interacting in the most adorable way! The 5-month-old...
This APA! puppy was found floating down a river in a box, then survived a deadly disease. But now, life has given him a second chance.
Oct 25, 2022 In early October, Austin Pets Alive! received a call from another Texas shelter–– a man had just come in with a puppy he’d found floating in a box along the river, and he needed help the shelter was unequipped to provide. A photo taken by the person who found Kayak. Why was the shelter unable to help this adorable little puppy? Because the 2-month-old had tested positive for Parvovirus—a highly contagious, life-threatening virus that’s considered a death sentence at many animal shelters. Fortunately...
Choir Boys Sing An Entire Performance In “Meows”
Two choir boys wowed the audience with a unique and silly performance composed entirely of “meow” sounds. While it sounds like satire, the piece dates back to the 1800s and is known as the “Duetto buffo di due Gatti,” or in English, the “Funny duet for two cats.” Photo: YouTube/Skateboxx According to All Music, it’s unclear who composed the piece, but many believe it was written in 1825 and draws principally on Gioachino Rossini’s 1816 opera Otello. The piece is written for two singers and a...
Herd of Indian Elephants Get Revenge on Man for Dead Calf
It’s been reported that a man in India was trampled to death by an angry herd of elephants after a baby pachyderm belonging to them was killed by local villagers. Elephants are known to be one of the most intelligent creatures on the planet and are often cited for their remarkable memories. They are also known for being fiercely protective and not above revenge when tormented or abused. That appears to be the case in this incident. Elephants Never Forget According to several sources, the man was trampled in the Indian state of...
