This Lion’s Definition of a Good Night’s Sleep is Being Wrapped Around His Favorite Blanket
Lions are always deemed as ferocious animals and untouchable creatures. But what people tend to forget is that they are also cats. The beast who rules the wild also has a cute side. You’ll notice those adorable characteristics if you spend time with them. However, you can do this from afar or by volunteering in animal shelters. Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Becker1999 Wild animals should stay in the wild and not as pets. They may be large felines, but lions won’t fare well in a human home. It will only pose dangers to the lion itself...
Farmer Surprised To Find Newborn Camel Laying In The Pasture
Being a farmer is a lot of thankless work. The days are long and the work is never-ending, but it can be a rewarding job or hobby to pursue. You never know what might happen on the farm, and sometimes, you might just end up surprised! Photo: TikTok/@yasminbrisbane Yasmin (who goes by @yasminbrisbane on TikTok) is a camel farmer in Brisbane, Australia. One day, she walked out to the pasture and was surprised to find a newborn camel laying in the grass! Photo: TikTok/@yasminbrisbane “Hello little one!” she says in the video. The...
Eager Pit Bull Can’t Wait To Run On His New Treadmill
If you ask most people, going for a run on a treadmill is something they do out of necessity – not out of pleasure. In fact, it’s an activity that a lot of Americans avoid like the plague. Exercise isn’t exactly on the top of people’s to-do lists. However, if you could ask Remy the American Pit Bull Terrier his thoughts on using a treadmill, he’d likely report back that it’s among his favorite activities. Photo: TikTok/@highdesertsportingdogs In a hilarious video shared by the TikTok account...
Sick Puppy Grows Up In Oxygen Bubble Until She’s Finally Ready To Take On The World
When Kathryn first met Sally, the poor puppy was on the brink of death. In an interview with The Dodo, Kathryn explained that Sally came from a breeder that could no longer care for her. The tiny puppy had a severe case of pneumonia and had likely aspirated milk while nursing her mom. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo While many pups in the same situation would be euthanized or left to die, Kathryn is a veterinary technician who goes out of her way to help high-risk animals in need – animals that would otherwise not make it. She was more than...
Boot Scootin’ Dog Sweaters Handmade with Love
Looking for something stylish and warm for your dog this winter? Search no more with these adorable crochet sweaters from a small business in Tempe, Arizona, called Boot Scootin’ Crochet. They’re handmade by the owner of three small furbabies who started creating colorful knitwear for pups that keeps them snuggly warm. Available in floral patchwork designs, they kind of remind you of potholders, but they’re way cuter. They also carry crochet bandanas. Now your pups can stave off the cold in style. Dogs with Thin Coats...
Mistreated Dog Who Spent Her Whole Life In A Garage Longs For Loving Home
Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary just north of Toronto, Canada, is at capacity and in desperate need of fosters and adopters. The animal rescue takes in cats, dogs, and farm animals and cares for them until forever homes can be found. They recently took to Facebook to ask people to open their hearts and homes to another pet as adoptions are at an all-time low. “We are running out of time to help more. We have hundreds of dogs on waitlists to intake… if we don’t make space they will have nowhere to go. If we don’t find a...
What Are the Best Indoor Pet Cameras
The best pet cameras can improve your relationship with your dog. Keeping an eye on your dog while you are away can help you identify troubling behaviors. Many indoor pet cameras have speakers that let you talk to your dog. They may also have a built-in treat tossing or smart toy feature. These can help you reward positive behaviors with toys, treats or praise. Pet cameras are available in every price range. Though cheaper pet cameras do not have as many extra features, says Mary Beth Quirk, Shopping Editor at Consumer Reports, such as...
Congratulations to the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award recipient!
Maddie’s Fund® is honored to present the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award to James Evans for his outstanding leadership and purposeful dedication to the human-animal bond. This award recognizes significant achievement and courage to look beyond the status quo and make bold decisions to improve the lives of pets and their people. James is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE). CARE works in the interest of human and animal well-being, prioritizes and amplifies Black,...
Pebbles The World’s Oldest Dog Dies At 22-Years-Old
The world’s living oldest dog has crossed the rainbow bridge, but not before leaving behind a legacy. Born March 28, 2000, Pebbles the four-pound Toy Fox Terrier was the oldest known living dog in the world. Earlier this year, she was officially given the title by the Guinness Book of World Records at 22 years and 59 days old. When most of us welcome a puppy into our lives, we hope to spend some 10-15 years with them if we’re lucky. Rarely, a small breed dog might live a little older. My grandma has had a few dogs live upwards of...
Rejected Sheep Comes Running When She Sees The Dog Who Raised Her
Beau the sheep may live out with the rest of her herd, but she’s a dog at heart – and it’s all thanks to her adoptive mom, Max. As their owner, Olivia Jane Akers, shared on TikTok, Beau was rejected by her mom as a little lamb. Photo: TikTok/@oliviajaneakers Needing a lot of love and care, Olivia knew she’d need to step in to care for little Beau. However, the unexpected happened – Max the dog met little Beau and it was love at first sight! Max immediately stepped in as “Mom” for Beau, and the two did...
The Most Popular Pet Names in 2022 to Date
Somehow the popularity of baby names and pet names seems to transcend continents and cultures. At least that’s the way with many popular trends in the U.K. and the U.S. While the choices may not always be spot-on, they’re pretty darn close. That’s why it’s no surprise that many of the most popular pet names in Great Britain this year are almost identical to those in America. A recent survey across the pond compiled the 10 most popular names given to pets, and for most, they’ll come as little to no surprise....
Is Your Money Going to the Dogs? Leaving Money to Pets is Gaining in Popularity
More and more pet owners are leaving their money to their pets. If you’re wondering if they’re disinheriting family members in the process, for many people their pets ARE their family. Some people don’t have anyone else to leave their hard-earned cash to and would rather Mr. Fuzzybottom receive it than, say, a charity that might not be held accountable for how it’s spent. The thing is, when you leave your money to your pets, someone still has to oversee the inheritance. That individual becomes their pet guardian during...
This Blind and Deaf Aussie Helped Raise 2 COVID Kittens and a Deafblind Puppy
Little Buddy is a very special dog for a multitude of reasons. For starters, this Australian shepherd was born blind and deaf and helped pave the way for his mom to also adopt Aster, another blind and deaf Aussie who needed a loving home. He’s also, according to his mom, the perfect blend of couch potato and adventure seeker. But one of our favorite things about this pup is how he helped his mom raise two tiny kittens during the COVID pandemic. When Krysten Harper brought home two four-week-old foster kittens who could barely walk,...
What To Know Before Going Hiking With Your Dog
What’s great about hiking with your dog is that it’s an activity that isn’t limited to a single season – it can be enjoyed throughout the year! If you’re getting ready for your first hike with your dog, we’ve put together a list of everything you need to know before you hit the trails. Review the rules of the trail If you’re hiking with your dog on a new trail, it’s a good idea to do some research beforehand so you’re familiar with the rules of the trails when it comes to dogs. If...
Fine Dining for Dogs Comes to San Francisco’s Mission District with “Dogue”
Dog and cat cafes have been on the rise, as well as food trucks catering to people and pups. Still, a new restaurant in San Francisco has taken the concept to a new level with a fine-dining establishment with canines in mind. It’s called Dogue, and it opened its doors to discerning pooches and their humans in the Bay area on September 25 in the Mission District. As an interesting side fact, Dogue translates to Mastiff in French and is an homage to the founder’s roots in classical French cuisine and their first Mastiff, Grizzly....
Man Demonstrates How To Teach A Cat New Tricks
They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, which has proven to be false over the years. Yes, old dogs can indeed learn new tricks. In the past, they’ve also said that you can’t teach a cat any tricks at all. But according to one video, this is also a falsity, as it is possible to teach cats how to perform tricks. Photo: YouTube/CATMANTOO Granted, cats are not as eager to please their owners like dogs are, but that doesn’t mean that they’re not intelligent enough – or food motivated enough – to...
Man Sings “Amazing Grace” To Help Rescue Donkeys Relax
Animals are just as sensitive as people, and they often need the same emotional care that we require. It never hurts to be nice and sweet to them – especially the rescued animals. They often go through so much trauma, all they’re looking for is a little love when they arrive at a rescue. Photo: Instagram/@mrdonkers Luckily for most animals, the people who run rescue organizations are animal people, and they want to do their best to accommodate new rescues and make them feel at home. One couple in Ohio has the sweetest tradition...
Ollie The Labrador Loves Watching Movies With Mom
For me, the ultimate Friday or Saturday night is spent at home with a movie and some Chinese takeout. Of course, everyone has a different version of what a great weekend looks like. In fact, since the weekend is only two days long, it’s hard to fit everything in at once. Photo: TikTok/@good.boy.ollie For one dog, he and his owner have a rather clever system of how to choose the weekend’s activity using a special jar. The pup in question is Ollie, also known as Good Boy Ollie on TikTok where he’s something of a big deal. In...
Dog Backpack Carriers: What to Look For
Want to take your small dog on an urban hike or a nature trek? A dog backpack carrier might be the perfect accessory. It is ideal for carrying your small, disabled, injured or senior dog in extreme weather. Just to note: a dog backpack is one a human wears to carry dogs, typically of small weight, and should not be confused with a backpack made for dogs to carry (for example, this DayPak Saddleback Dog Backpack from Outward Hound or this Front Range Day Pack from Ruffwear) or an emergency sling to carry injured dogs back to the car when...
Alpaca Who Once Lived in Solitude Finally Found a Friend in Gene the Goat
Animals who are used to living with companions or partners tend to get lonely when left alone. It’s truly dangerous for their health to live in solitude for a long time. Those animals can get sick, or worse, they could die. For this reason, it’s important to remember that no one must be left alone in herds. If transferring homes or farms is needed to give them company, then it must be done. Thankfully, an alpaca who lived in solitude found his new home with even more friends. Photo: Unsplash/Jaddy Liu Foreverland Farm is an animal...
