Why You Have to Try Pumpkin for Dogs
Autumn is just around the corner, and love it or hate it, that means pumpkin season is coming! Pumpkin spice, pumpkin lattes, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin everything! With the right foods and treats, even your dog can get in on the pumpkin action. Not only is this tasty winter squash safe and delicious for pups, but it’s also wholesome, loaded with vitamins and nutrients, and can even promote digestion. There are lots of ways to incorporate pumpkin into your dog’s diet, so let’s look at some of the reasons you might want to try...
Havanese
Quick Facts Weight: 7 – 14 pounds Height: 8.5 – 10.5 inches The Look of a Havanese The Havanese has a small, sturdy frame—slightly longer than tall—covered in a long, silky coat. Its slightly rounded head has a short rectangular muzzle, square nose, black lips and high-set, hanging ears that are mostly covered in hair. Its dark eyes have a sweet but inquisitive expression. Its neck arches slightly, sloping down to a deep chest, straight back and a plumed tail that carries over the back. Its long, lightweight coat can...
Uno the Cat was Stunned and Confused the First Time He Saw a Balloon
It’s fun to see your pet’s reaction whenever they see something strange in their eyes. Their eyes would widen, and they have that stunned reaction as if anytime the object will attack them. Sometimes your pet would just play with it — which will lead to various mishaps if within reach, especially electronics. Animal curiosity will make them do things like lurk around, pounce on it, and even bite into it. Being inquisitive of their surroundings is essential for them as it is wired for survival. Photo: PxHere With how they...
The August Weekly Community Conversations grant giveaway winners are…
Another $10,000 in grants was just given away! Yesterday, Maddie’s Fund® gave four organizations/people a $2,500 grant just for attending the August Weekly Community Conversations. These grants were picked at random. The August winners from the Animal Welfare Leadership Roundup group are: Sherron Bihm, Robinson Rescue (Shreveport, LA) Gregory Hall, Nevada Humane Society (Reno, NV) Megan Lavicky, Enid SPCA (Enid, OK) Hillary Witt, Bottle Babies Rescue (Plymouth, MI) Register now for the weekly Monday 11AM PT/2PM ET...
Woman Adopts a Blind Cat, and Her Dog was Completely Smitten by It
Most people only stick to one pet — it has to be either a dog or a cat. This is due to lifestyle, preference, or they think a dog or cat will suit their personality. For so long, a person is known as a dog or cat person until something changes their perspective. You can be a parent to both fur babies — the more you adopt, the more love and happiness exist at home. An animal can show you that they also have personalities that mean more than being a feline or a canine. Photo: Pexels/Nadia Vasil’eva Bruno is a blind cat adopted...
A Cat and Dog Shows an Incredible Bond Built with the Warmest Cuddles
Television shows and films often depict the rivalry between cats and dogs. It’s always a hilarious addition to comedic acts where each side proves what species are much superior. Cats & Dogs is a famously known movie that uniquely portrayed pets. The storyline will keep you watching until the end. Will their owners notice what is happening? Who will be the victor in the ongoing war to achieve their individual goals? Photo: Pexels/Yuliya Kazantseva Garfield is also a movie reference that shows a cat’s animosity toward dogs, but...
Animal Lover Rescues So-Called ‘Horrible Puppy’ Who is As Sweet As Can Be
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! I already had a 70-pound dog living in a small apartment. I didn’t have room for you, but a girl I knew from high school was trying to find you a home. I took one look at your picture and I fell in love. I immediately looked at my dog and told her to get ready because she was getting a sister. PUPPY. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PEXELS It took me a week to be able to pick you up. The...
UPS Driver Saves 2 Dogs From Swimming Pool While On A Delivery Route
An Iowa UPS driver is being hailed a hero after saving the lives of two dogs while on the clock. According to WDSU 6 News, the driver, Colin Mitchell, was dropping off a package at the home of Jeff and Rebecca Marra when he spotted two dogs swimming in a pool. Photo: flickr/Elvert Barnes The dogs were alone and Mitchell immediately sensed something was off. While some drivers would’ve minded their own business and carried on their route, Mitchell decided to investigate to make sure the dogs were ok to be in the pool, and it’s a...
Dog Walker Begs Armed Pup To Drop The Knife
An innocent-looking Great Pyrenees gave his dog walker quite a scare when he picked up a sharp knife mid-walk and started wielding it around. I remember when I was growing up, my cousins always had golden retriever dogs and puppies. One of their puppies was notorious for picking up the largest sticks he could find and he loved to chase people with the sticks until they caved and agreed to a game of fetch. Photo: Wikimedia Commons One time, the little pup thought he was carrying a stick in his mouth but he’d actually managed to find a...
At-Risk Heartworm-Positive Dogs to Be Flown From Overcrowded Shelters to New Homes
It can be tough to find a forever family when you’re a shelter pet, with plenty of other animals vying for the same homes. Add on a heartworm diagnosis, and it can be even tougher. Potential adopters may be concerned about serious health or behavioral issues, leaving these animals to wait even longer. It can also be hard for overcrowded shelters to treat and find continued space for such pets. We’re teaming up with multiple shelters and other partners to help tackle this issue. As part of the Save a Heart initiative, which aims to...
Queen Elizabeth’s Beloved Corgis Will Live With The Duke and Duchess of York
It is no secret that Queen Elizabeth II loved corgis and saw them as family. Throughout her life she owned over 30 and one or two were always by her side – right until the very end. It appears that her love of the short-legged breed has been passed down. On September 8th, Her Majesty passed away peacefully at the age of 96 and left behind four beloved dogs – two corgis (Muick and Sandy), a dorgi (a Corgi-Dachshund mix named Candy) and a cocker spaniel named “Lissy” after the Queen. The Duke of York – Prince...
HONK! Massive Flock Of Ducks In Viral Video Circles A Vehicle, And People Are Asking Why
“One of us! One of us!” A bizarre video was posted on the r/Damnthatsinteresting subreddit last month, and, miraculously, there is still no explanation of what is happening in the post. Usually, when people post something that’s hard to explain, one champion emerges from the comment section to explain whatever it is that needs explaining. This time though, it looks like the internet is satisfied with just piling on their humor under this particular post. duck. duck…. Honk! pic.twitter.com/SaEzyFJgYo — Meg...
Otis the Handsome Hound: A Laboratory Dog Rescue Story
A dedicated yoga practitioner, photographer Robert Sturman is known for his portraits of this ancient practice – whether it’s yogis perched on rocks surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, African orphans in Kenya, San Quentin Prison inmates, U.S. veterans or breast cancer survivors. His beautiful work tells human stories that bridge different people from all walks of life. But after he adopted his dog, Otis, he added a new subject to his work and humanitarian efforts: laboratory dog rescue. The Beagle Freedom Project rescues dogs from...
Take the EnduraPet Challenge Today!
EnduraPet wants to challenge you to take a proactive approach to your dog’s or cat’s health. EnduraPet’s four-step challenge makes it easy for animal guardians to see the effectiveness of their Multi-Immune Combo Pack, supplements that support the overall health and well-being of your fur baby. EnduraPet is a holistic pet wellness company that makes health products that improve the lives of dogs and cats. Their challenge is simple: feed your fur baby their Multi-Immune Combo Pack for six months and be impressed. That’s...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Grassroots marketing, Weekly Community Conversations, and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. How your animal organization can increase adoption rates, fundraising efforts and moreThis is a follow up to the blog post shared a few weeks ago, How your animal organization can better connect with the community it supports. In a recent post, Elijah Brice-Middleton, Executive Director of Plainfield Area Humane Society (PAHS) in New Jersey, shared how grassroots marketing can help your animal organization better connect with… Learn More Take a look at...
Man Rescues Baby Squirrel And Now The Squirrel Won’t Leave
There have been many interesting pets that people have enjoyed over the years. Most people consider a dog or a cat to be about as far as they will go but I’ve heard of people raising everything else, from pet skunks to pet snakes, and almost anything in between. Perhaps one of the more interesting pets that we hear about from time to time is a pet squirrel. I know a little bit about the subject because I had a pet squirrel growing up and it was an amazing animal. It seems as if a man from New York City also had a pet squirrel, and they...
How A Clever Dog Helped The FBI Catch America’s Most Wanted Man
If you happen to have a dog in your life, you realize they are capable of doing some amazing things. It’s one of the reasons we love having them around because they are a constant source of amazement. We also realize that dogs are capable of more than being man’s best friend, they can also help mankind in general. That is what one dog has been able to do, thanks to its efforts to track down Rafael Caro Quintero, one of the most infamous druglords in Mexico. Photo: flickr/Federal Bureau of Investigation According to 9News, Max is a...
Twitter Account Showcases Photos Of Cats Hard At Work And People Can’t Get Enough
Cats are notorious for lounging around and being somewhat aloof. However, cat owners around the world recognize that they’re not all lazy! In fact, there’s a whole Twitter account dedicated to cats working called Cats with Jobs (@catworkers). pic.twitter.com/10ElC95pIN — cats with jobs (@CatWorkers) August 24, 2022 The account features photos submitted by owners and found by the account owner of cats hard at work at various jobs. Of course, the cats aren’t actually working jobs but it sure looks like they are! Some are...
Vet Cuddles With Rescue Fox After A Long Day At Work
Being a veterinarian is a tough job. It’s labor-intensive and can be emotionally taxing as well. What better way to end a long day at work than with some fox cuddles? Senior veterinarian Ana Lapaz-Mendez with Medivet Carpenders Park in England was working at the clinic when a wild fox was admitted to her care. Photo: flickr/Tambako The Jaguar The poor thing had been hit by a car and had two broken legs. According to ViralHog, as Ana worked on the fox, who she named Pumpkin, she discovered she was also blind. Dealing with wild animals...
Can You Find The Cat Hidden Among The Stuffed Animals?
Most people love a good brain teaser and they’re even better when they involve adorable pets! A TikTok user and mom to 6 cats, Gosia, shared a now-viral video on the app that featured her precious feline Larry and doubled as a brain teaser. Photo: flickr/Enrico Larry lives with his mama, along with four white cats and a hairless cat. “When your landlord is coming for an inspection and doesn’t allow pets. Can you see Larry?” their owner wrote in the clip. Photo: TikTok/@5crazycats In the video, you can see a pile of...
