Vet Reveals How He Gets Dogs Excited For Their Shots
All dogs have different personalities and quirks, but there is one thing that they all seem to have in common, and that is a fear of the vet’s office. No matter how nice and patient the vet might be, our dogs are not exactly thrilled whenever they have to go in for a visit. But there is one friendly vet, André Santos, who does his best to make his patients feel as comfortable as possible whenever they go see him. Photo: Wikimedia Commons It all starts with treats. Everyone knows that the quickest way to a dog’s heart is...
Our “Save a Heart” Flights Help Heartworm-Positive Dogs Escape Euthanasia. But We Need Your Help!
Life isn’t easy for homeless animals, who spend their days dodging cars and digging through trash just to find something to eat. But life is especially unkind to homeless dogs in Louisiana, who – in addition to trying to quell the constant rumbling in their bellies– are prone to being bit by mosquitos carrying heartworm disease. This is sadly what happened to Jessie, a stray German Shepherd who was found begging for scraps in Louisiana’s Lower Lafourche Parish. The hungry pup was fortunately rescued by Lafourche Parish...
Meow Mix Cat Food Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
On April 09, 2021, The J. M. Smucker Co. announced a limited, voluntary recall of two lots of Meow Mix® Original Choice Dry Cat Food due to potential salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported. The company issued this recall “out of an abundance of caution”. Photo: Pixabay Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and humans who handle the contaminated food, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products....
Michael J. Fox’s Beloved Dog, Gus, Has Passed Away
Michael J. Fox took to Instagram on Monday to announce some devastating news – his beloved dog, Gus, had passed away. “Gus — great dog and loyal friend, we’ll miss you.” The 12-year-old Great Dane mix had been a constant source of support in Fox’s battle with Parkinson’s disease. Fox was diagnosed at the age of 29 and since then has had many ups and downs. But for the past decade, Gus never left his side. After having a tumor removed from his spinal cord, Fox needed to learn to walk again – and...
Adorable Dog Helps Her Neighbor Look for His Lost Ball
Kristen and her dog, Ava, were out for a walk when they spotted a sign in a neighbor’s yard that read, ‘Boone is looking for his 8″ blue ball.’ The sign had a photo of the sad-looking yellow lab sitting out in his yard without his ball. Photo: Facebook/The Dodo Kristen and Ava immediately knew they had to help their new friend. So they set out to look for his beloved blue ball. The pair looked around near Boone’s yard on the road and in the tall grass on either side of the road, as well as in a nearby lake,...
Miranda Lambert Shines Light On Harder-To-Adopt Shelter Dogs Through New “Love Harder” Campaign
Miranda Lambert’s two biggest passions are music and mutts, and it shows. She puts her heart and soul into her songs and into helping shelter dogs find forever homes. MuttNation Foundation, which Lambert founded with her mom in 2009, just announced that this year’s campaign will focus on harder-to-adopt shelter dogs. “This year, MuttNation will be raising awareness for those shelter pets that are so easy to love, but sometimes have a harder time getting adopted.” Photo: Instagram/mirandalambert Lambert is asking people...
Take this NEW survey for another chance to win $500 for your animal shelter
No, you’re not living Groundhog Day. Promise. You may remember that we reached out last month to survey your organization, and we’re back for more! In this NEW survey, we’d like to hear more about your organization’s programs that help keep pets and families together, support your community and provide resources in new and exciting ways. By completing this survey, you could win one of ten $500 grants! This survey should only be completed by shelters in the 50 United States with a physical facility (such as...
In Louisiana, Heartworm-Positive Shelter Dogs Have A Slim Chance Of Survival. We Need Your Help Flying Them To Safety!
Cronus, Maz, and Psodien are all young, happy shelter dogs seeking a forever home. Cronus is an energetic goofball who loves to cuddle, play, and shadow his humans. Maz is an affectionate 2.5-year-old terrier mix who charms everyone she meets with big puppy dog eyes. Similarly, 3-year-old Psodien is a calm, gentle giant with lots of love to give. But these sweet, affectionate pups all have one tragic thing in common – heartworm disease, a mosquito-borne illness that often proves fatal for shelter dogs. Maz is an affectionate dog who...
Man Brought To Tears When He Stumbles Upon 80-Year-Old Dog Grave In Louisiana Park
Kiroli Park in Louisiana has miles of nature trails, a dog park, tennis courts, playgrounds, and an 80-year-old dog grave. Zach Medlin was enjoying the trails in the park with his dog, Serena, when he spotted something underneath a pile of pine needles. He brushed the leaves and pine needles away and uncovered a gravestone that read: “Buddie 1928 — 1941. Born a dog / Died a gentleman.” Photo: LORA PEPPERS/FINDAGRAVE.COM “It warms my heart to know that Buddie carried his owners through the Great Depression,”...
Florida Police Officer Rescues Dog Trapped Inside Burning Home
A Florida family lost their home and all their belongings in a fire, but were reunited with their beloved dog thanks to a quick-thinking officer. Steven and Autumn Konen were out shopping on March 28 when their Palm Coast home went up in flames, reported Palm Coast Observer. The only member of the family still at home was the dog. Screenshot: Facebook/Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Flagler County Sheriff’s Office’s Deputy Jeckovich arrived at the home along with the Palm Coast Fire Department. As firefighters prepared to...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Maddie’s Candid Conversations, How to Speak Cat and more!
Below is a brief round-up of new blog posts and resources we’ve added over the past week. Learn to speak cat and get continuing education credits, too!What does it mean when a cat flicks her tail around? Or starts making biscuits on your leg? What about airplane ears? You’ll learn all this and more in How to Speak Cat, our feline communications online course. And now as an added bonus, the course has been approved for 2.00 hours of Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing… Learn More...
Woman Teaches Her Shiba Inu Math And Language Skills During Lockdown
Has your dog been going stir-crazy because of lockdown, social distancing, and isolation from the Covid-19 pandemic? You’re not the only one! Whether it’s a need for socialization, mental stimulation, or physical exercise, many dogs and their families have struggled to find the right outlet for pent-up energy. Monica Elkhalifa, who lives with her husband and their two dogs Miko and Akira in Abu Dhabi, found that the time she spent at home with her pets during lockdown was a perfect chance to test their intelligence and build on...
Family Reunited With Missing Emotional Support Dog After Scammers Tried to Sell Him On Facebook
Being gifted a new dog is one of the most exciting feelings in the world. The instant bond, the excited anticipation of getting to know each other, and the new sense of companionship that comes with a new pet are truly wonderful. All that was taken away from Leah Benoit and her mother when Marty, their new Pekingese Shih Tzu, got loose from their Milwaukee home just days after arriving. Worried sick, the mother and daughter scoured Facebook and put up missing posters, hoping a clue about Marty’s whereabouts would make its way to them....
Dog Sees Darth Vader For The First Time And Hides Behind The Couch In Fear
As seen in a recent TikTok video, it’s not only humans who are afraid of Darth Vader, but dogs are too! One dog owner shared an adorable clip to TikTok that showed a golden retriever named Ellie’s reaction to seeing Darth Vader for the first time. It quickly becomes clear that Ellie isn’t guard dog material, but she is relatable! In the video shared by @rustymetalcreation, you can see Ellie cozied up on the couch watching Star Wars. It seems to be going well and she’s clearly into the movie. Photo:...
You Can Win A Stay At A Hawaiian Resort With A Shelter Dog
Some lucky people will have the chance to stay in the penthouse sweet of a luxury resort in Hawaii with the company of a loving shelter dog. Three Hawaiian luxury resorts have partnered with the Maui Humane Society to host the shelter’s annual sleepover fundraiser. The event is part of the Wags to Riches campaign which aims to fundraise money for the shelter dogs, as well as bring awareness to the pups who are need of forever homes. Photo: Wikimedia Commons According to the Maui Humane Society, the top fundraisers of the event will win...
Disabled, Orphaned Baby Alpaca Gifted A Wheelchair So She Can Walk Again
An orphaned and disabled baby alpaca in Germany was gifted the ability to walk again, thanks to a custom wheelchair. A woman in Germany first saw the little disabled alpaca while visiting a friend’s farm, according to KSN. The alpaca, named Marie-Hope, had two severely damaged back legs due to a traumatic birth in which her mom and sister died. When Ronja Pohl saw the helpless alpaca, she knew she wanted to do anything she could to help her. Photo: YouTube/The Animal Reader 20-year-old Pohl immediately offered to adopt Marie-Hope and...
Despite Pesticide Use Declining in the US, Toxicity Levels in Our Pollinators Continues to Increase
What Are Pollinators? Pollinators are an essential part of our ecosystem and our food production. The hard work of birds, bats, bees, butterflies, and even other small mammals bring us one out of every three bites of food. These pollinating animals carry pollen on their bodies as they travel from plant to plant. This allows the pollen to spread as the animals move, making up a critical step in many flowering plants’ reproduction process. Photo: Adobe Stock/Vera Kuttelvaserova Why Are Pollinators Dying? Bees in particular play a...
Orlando Police Department Patrol Horse Receives Tasty Retirement Send Off
Izzy, a now 17-year-old horse, has served with the Orlando Police Department since 2012. He has patrolled the streets, trained new officers, made countless friends, and is now ready to retire. But not before being spoiled by the department. Orlando Police Department’s Mounted Patrol Unit was founded in 1982 with two horses. Over the years, the department grew and the stable is now home to eight patrol horses. Photo: Facebook/Orlando Police Department Izzy is one of the tallest horses at the stable, standing over 17 hands tall. While he...
Service Dog Blinded And Burned By Chemical Attack In Texas
WARNING: This story will include graphic images of animal abuse. It’s human nature to love and bond with dogs — they play a huge role in the lives of so many. On the opposite side of this coin, only the worst parts of human nature can be found in animal abusers and those that intentionally mistreat or hurt the animals that many of us call friends and family. An unfortunate example of truly awful cruelty towards animals showed up on when Mandy Garner took to Facebook to recount a violent, near-deadly assault on her service dog, and...
Koalas Could Go Extinct Because of A Chlamydia Outbreak If Wildfires Don’t Wipe Them Out First
Even before bushfires in 2019 and 2020 began driving koalas dangerously close to extinction, experts estimated that there were only about 329,000 left in Australia, which represents an average of a 24 percent decline in populations over the past three generations. “It’s very difficult to estimate koala populations, even at the best of times,” Adams-Hosking tells National Geographic, “Some populations are becoming locally extinct and others are doing just fine.” Koalas are today threatened by land...
