Dog Keeps Getting Through Fence So Owner Beats Her At Her Own Game
Some dogs love to stay at home and you can barely get them to go outside. Other dogs, however, will take any advantage to run and they can be difficult to catch once they are out and about. Of course, we want to care for our dogs in the best way possible and that is why we will often build a fence to keep them from getting in harm’s way. Perhaps that is how Julia Morley felt after adopting Lu-Seal in 2016. Her little Chihuahua was a little chunky when she first brought her home. In fact, she was about twice the size of a healthy...
Woman Has The Most Adorable Reunion With A Foster Dog
If you’ve ever had the privilege of fostering a dog, you realize how quickly you can get attached. Of course, it’s a labor of love and we care for the dogs until they are able to get a forever home. In the meantime, we get new dogs to love and care for. Sometimes, the privilege of fostering dogs is shared with others and when we see those videos online, we can’t help but laugh and cry at the same time. Perhaps that is how you will feel after you see this video that a woman posted on Twitter. Photo: Pixabay/didssph As it...
Watch How Dogs React To Their Names Being Called
Anyone with pets knows that there is a measurable difference between cats and dogs – particularly how they react to their names being called. Cats flat-out ignore you. And if they do happen to respond to their name, it’s usually a glaring stare, like they’re saying, “how dare you speak to me, peasant!” Dogs, on the other hand, are so much happier to be engaged. They love when their names get called. To them, it’s just another chance for them to interact with their favorite person. Photo: Wikimedia Commons...
You Could Get Paid $1,000 To Watch Feel-Good Dog Movies
Pettable is a company that launched to connect pet owners with the resources they need to obtain a valid Emotional Support Animal letter. To further their mission as advocates for animals and to explore the connection between pet ownership and wellness, they have unveiled a very special position at their company. And they may want to hire you! “These animals help lift our spirits when we’re down, rejoice with us when we’re happy, and never leave our side,” the Pettable site reads. Photo: Unsplash “Many pets give...
Four Tigers Living In An Abandoned Train Car For 15 Years Will Finally Be Rescued
Four tigers who had been living in a train car for the past 15 years are finally rescued and being brought to a sanctuary. Back in 2007, a traveling circus asked a local farmer in San Luis, Argentina, if he could take care of two tigers that were housed in a train carriage for six months. The train car was on the farmer’s land. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition The farmer agreed, but the circus never returned, which left the farmer to deal with the two tigers. He fed them and looked after them, but it became even harder when the two tigers...
Woman Tearfully Reunites With Her Old Dog 12 Years After She Had Gone Missing
When Michelle’s dog, Zoey, went missing from her home in Lafayette, California, 12 years ago, Michelle was absolutely devastated. She searched everywhere, and although Zoey had a microchip, she was never found. As days turned into months and months turned into years, Michelle began to think that she would never see her beloved Zoey again. Photo: Facebook/San Joaquin Sheriff’s Office Fast forward 12 years and the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s office received a call regarding a stray dog who was found on a rural property and...
Ex-Marine Reunites With German Shepherd He Served With After Years Apart
When a dog serves in the military for an extended period of time, he or she often develops an unshakable bond with their handler. Military working dogs and their handlers go through so much together, but eventually, they’re often torn apart. Military dogs can only serve for so long before they have to retire, and likewise, handlers retire at various points in their careers. It’s a hard thing to go through losing your best companion, but it’s the reality that many working dogs face. One 9-year-old German Shepherd, Atilla, was...
As Woman Feeds Stray Cats in Her Neighborhood, One Wins Her Heart
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 met TinTin at a parking lot in my neighborhood about three years ago. One day, she just appeared out of nowhere, so I offered her some food. She was a kitten, but after a few days, to my horror, I realized that she was pregnant. Is it because all calico tabby cats are extremely charming and sexy? I don’t know. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / DIDSSPH Anyway, after her babies were weaned, I...
National Pet Dental Hygiene Month: Information for Pet Parents Who Brush Their Dog’s Teeth at Home
Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Hygiene Month? Periodontal disease, also known as dental disease, is one of the most common diseases that vets see, but fortunately, it can be easily prevented and managed through regular dental care at home. We’ve asked Freshpet vet, Dr. Aziza, to answer our top questions about canine dental health and how pet parents can get started with at-home dental care. How often should I brush my dog’s teeth? Like humans, it’s recommended to brush your dog’s teeth twice a day....
10 Reasons To Adopt A Rabbit
Rabbits are often given as gifts for Easter and then abandoned shortly after when the novelty has worn off. They are the third most abandoned pet after cats and dogs. Some domestic rabbits are released into the wild when they are no longer wanted, which is a death sentence. Countless more are brought to shelters and overlooked by adopters. But they make wonderful pets. Photo: Pixabay/Alexas_Fotos February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month and a great time to learn more about these adorable and often misunderstood animals. Read on to see if they...
Homeless Dog Who Lived In A Field For 7 Years Paws At Rescuers, Begging To Be Saved
Inna and her doggy friend, Zelda, had lived their whole lives on a field, near a sheep farm. They were initially rescued by a man who was unable to take them home, but still wanted to give them a better life. He built a small shelter for them on the field and had been caring for them there for near seven years. Photo: YouTube/Howl Of A Dog Although he tried his best to care for them, they still were without proper medical attention and it’s amazing that they even survived there after all that time. As time went on, the land around them...
Accordion Photo Box
Our 2-year-old rescue, Emmy, has a silly personality; she makes our whole family laugh with her expressive face and enthusiasm for cuddling, and I try to capture many of these moments on my phone. But, I wanted my kids to have an easy way to look through these silly moments with Emmy whenever they needed a laugh. Using inspiration from a plethora of craft bloggers online, I made an accordion, or pull-out, photo box. Trust me when I say, I am not an experienced or skilled crafter! But, this project was simple and fun, and makes a cute...
Researchers Explores Dogs’ Lifelong Health Data And They’re Asking The Public For Help
Dogs and humans have been closely interwoven for millennia, facing the same challenges and experiencing the same bond of companionship. Now, a team of scientists is taking a closer look at dogs, hoping to discover more about them and, in the process, about humans. The Dog Aging Project aims to collect data that could help scientists expand the healthspan — the number of years free from disease and disability — of dogs and humans, and they need the help of every dog lover they can get! Researchers at the Texas A&M University...
Therapist Shares Dog Psychology Tips After Adopting Retired Greyhound
In 2018, Millie the greyhound finally got to retire from the strenuous, painful work of racing. She’s enjoying her freedom with her new owner Taylor Huerta, who has dubbed her “Millie the Noodle Horse” for her exaggerated proportions. The pair have found a lot of success on social media as Huerta documents the typical behaviors of her canine companion and explains them, using her background in psychology. Photo: TikTok/Jernej Furman “Psychology is a major aspect of my career and has always been a fascination of...
This Sphynx Cat Is Sweet In Spite Of His ‘Shocking’ Appearance
Xherdan, an 8-year-old sphynx cat from Rüti, Switzerland makes quite the first impression. “Most people are a little bit scared of Xherdan at first, but then when they meet him they love him!” explains his owner, Sandra Filippi in an interview with The Sun. “Xherdan is a very active cat and he talks a great deal, in all pitches, when he is excited, when he is hungry, when he plays or while cuddling and falling asleep, he is like a child and his character is very lovely,” she explained. Although his appearance is a...
Doghouse Struck By Meteor Expected To Auction For $300K
The housing market is seeing some ludicrous prices right now, but this one takes the cake. The “Aguas Zarcas Doghouse,” a humble structure once home to a German Shepherd named Roky in Costa Rica, is expected to sell at auction for upwards of $200,000! That eye-watering price isn’t because of any traditional market factors, though — this simple house is one of a kind! PHOTO: CHRISTIE’S The tin and wooden structure, which measures only a couple of square feet, is part of the “Deep Impact: Martian, Lunar and...
Couple Works Hard to Save Abandoned Kittens with Grim Prognosis
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! Fifteen years ago, on a chilly fall night while visiting with family in a nearby town, my husband and I found two tiny little kittens outside. We scooped them up and brought them home, only to quickly realize how sick they were. KITTEN. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PUBLICDOMAINPHOTOS The next morning, my husband took them to our vet, who estimated them to be about 4-weeks-old. Both were flea- and...
Dog Learns To Walk After Being Forced To Sleep On Bare Concrete His Whole Life
The Humane Society of the United States rescued Bear from an alleged-neglect situation in Smith County, Texas. There, the one-year-old pup was living in deplorable conditions, forced to sleep on bare concrete and exposed to the elements with no shelter. Photo: YouTube/HSUS He was unable to walk and never received help or medical care, which led to his backend becoming too weak. He also developed painful pressure sores on his feet and hip from living on concrete. Thankfully, he was transported to HSUS’s temporary shelter in Maryland,...
When bad breath in dogs is more than a dental problem
Most bad breath in dogs is caused by periodontal disease – but that’s not always the case. Here’s a look at the other causes, along with some holistic remedies for chronic bad breath. Let’s face it, dog breath is not always pleasant. While bad odors are often caused by periodontal disease, that’s not the only potential reason for stinky breath. Other causes range from diet to kidney disease to tumors, so it’s important to notice any changes in your dog’s breath, and have him or her checked over by a...
5 things to look for when shopping for a species-appropriate pet food
A look at species-appropriate pet food and what to search for when selecting a brand for your dog or cat! If you’re a natural-minded pet parent, you’ve probably heard the term “species-appropriate”. But what exactly constitutes a species-appropriate pet food, and how do you know if you’re choosing the right one for your fur babe? What are species appropriate foods? Simply put, a species-appropriate pet food is a food your dog or cat’s body is designed to eat. This type of diet contains high amounts of meat...
