Everything You Need to Know About Osteopathy for Dogs and Cats
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5 Ways to Get Your Cat to Take Supplements or Medications
Whether your cat is on supplements or medications (or both), getting him to take them can be a huge challenge. Here are five ways to make the task easier and less stressful. As a cat parent, you know your kitty sometimes needs to take supplements or medications to stay healthy. You also know that getting him to take them is easier said than done. He might fight you when you try to insert a pill into his mouth, or refuse to swallow and spit it out again, making the task a major headache. Following are six easy-to-implement ways to get...
10 Low Energy Dog Breeds That Will Indulge Your Inner Couch Potato
Most of us have an inner couch potato, though some of us may indulge it more than others. There are plenty of dog breeds that can encourage you to do that, because they’re ready to join you as you laze about. If you’re looking for a couch buddy, look no further than the following relatively low energy breeds. Basset Hound PHOTO: PIXABAY Basset hounds were bred to work, but they’re also comfortable with a good lounge-fest. Known to be laid back and patient, these pups are affectionate with their families and other pets in the...
Doing More in 2024 Requires Change
Feb 23, 2024 We’re nearly three months into 2024, and this year is already in full motion! At Austin Pets Alive!, we started the year with a promise to be even louder about the importance of progress for Austin’s pets. We’re not going to break that promise. We also aren’t going to ignore the role we play in implementing progressive changes. And we certainly aren’t going to pretend that we do animal sheltering perfectly, because there isn’t a bigger impediment to growth than the refusal to take a close look...
On the Brink of Oblivion, Pygmy Rabbits Fight for Survival
The pygmy rabbit, the world’s smallest rabbit, stands at a crossroads of survival and extinction. Native to the American West’s sagebrush steppe, this tiny creature is now the focus of conservation efforts and scientific studies due to its rapidly declining population. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / USFWS Mountain-PrairieThe pygmy rabbit is the smallest rabbit species in North America. Habitat: The Foundation of Survival The pygmy rabbit thrives in dense sagebrush habitats, which provide both food and shelter from predators. These...
Top 10 Cities For A Happy & Healthy Dog In 2024
There are a lot of factors that go into finding the perfect city to call home. For dog owners, that includes find a pet-friendly city that will allow their beloved furry friend to thrive. Are you wondering which cities ranked the best for a happy and healthy dog? Well, you are in luck. USA TODAY Blueprint just released the list of the top 10 cities ideal for dogs and their owners. Photo: Pixabay/Szabolcs Molnar The researchers found the best cities for dogs by evaluating 46 of the most populated cities on the following categories: Number of...
Fox Steals Rescuer’s Phone During Daring Wildlife Operation
In a humorous twist to an otherwise routine wildlife rescue, a curious fox in Surrey, England, managed to outsmart an RSPCA rescuer by making off with his mobile phone. The incident, which unfolded in the woodlands of Bagshot, saw Animal Rescue Officer Ben Fitzcosta momentarily outfoxed by the very creature he was there to save. Photo: YouTube / RSCPAFoxes often investigate new objects with keen interest. Unexpected Turn in Wildlife Rescue Fitzcosta, responding to reports of a limping fox, set up his phone to capture the rescue operation on...
Shelter Life Is Too Stressful For ‘Love’ Who Needs A Forever Home ASAP
A 4-year-old pit bull arrived as a stray at Humane Society of the Treasure Coast in Palm City, Florida. The sweet dog loves to be by people and curl up in your lap, so she was aptly named ‘Love’. She was adopted by a loving family who sadly had to return her to the shelter when they realized that she does not get along with cats. According to the shelter, “The adopters had cats and unfortunately Love was too interested in chasing them, so she ultimately had to be returned to our shelter.” Love is very stressed in the...
Kitten’s Adoption Page Taken Down Right After it Was Posted, But His Human-to-Be Saw it Just in Time
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’m a senior in college and live in an apartment by myself. I’ve always wanted to adopt a pet, and I figured this was the perfect time to do so. Here’s the thing: If I was going to adopt a kitten, I wanted one that really, really needed love and care. Then it happened! KITTEN. PHOTO: PIXABAY / Marcela Lukášíková One day, I was browsing the...
Scared, Neglected Chihuahua That Served as ‘Breeding Stock’ in a Puppy Mill Finds Happy Ending
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 Asparagus, a 3-year-old brindle chihuahua, at an adoption event. She had just been rescued after spending the first three years of her life as “breeding stock” in a puppy mill. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / MYLENE She had been mistreated and neglected, had never walked on a leash or slept indoors, and had never received proper medical care or nutrition. She was a mess –...
Couple Finds Dog on Road, Owner Didn’t ‘Want Him Anymore’
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! We were out driving and spotted a dog trying to cross a busy road. We stopped, and my husband jumped out, grabbed him and brought him to the car. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / STEFANO TOPA The dog was filthy, but so cute – a funny looking black and white pooch with spots on his legs, a stripe on his head, and a two-toned tail. We called the number on his microchip tag, but they...
Rare White Alligator Fights For Survival After Swallowing 70 Coins Tossed By Zoo Visitors
A rare white alligator named Thibodaux at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, Nebraska, underwent a critical procedure to remove 70 coins from its stomach. This unusual medical case has sparked widespread interest and concern, highlighting the unintended consequences of human interaction with wildlife enclosures. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Anastacia12182Leucism is rare among alligators The Discovery and Procedure Thibodaux, a 36-year-old leucistic alligator, distinguished by its translucent white skin and striking blue eyes, became...
This Lackadaisical Floating Dog Is a Whole Mood
Lots of dogs love the water, but very few act like this doggo does when encountering a whole pool full of the stuff! We’re used to seeing dogs splashing and wriggling and jumping in water with heaps of energy and excitement. Today’s pup is a little bit more…mellow, to say the least. When we say this dog is relaxed, we are not kidding. He’s the absolute epitome of laziness (in the best possible way), refusing to move a single muscle to propel himself through the water. All alone and without a care in the world,...
“Naughty” Cats At Wisconsin Shelter Seek Homes With No Rules
Sharing a home with a cat is never boring, especially one with a naughty cat. While cats are curious and sometimes mischievous, there are some who take unruly to a whole new level. However, we can’t help but love them more. Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin understands that some people are looking for a “nice” cat while other are drawn to the “naughty” ones, so every week they feature one of each that are looking for a loving home. Those wanting a snuggle buddy and to be greeted with chirps and soft purrs are...
From Meat Market to Celebrity Therapist The Incredible Journey of 30-Pound Rabbit Alex
The phrase “gentle giant” is more than appropriate here. Alex is a Flemish Giant rabbit whose journey from a slaughterhouse to stardom has captivated the world with resilience and love. This 30-pound bundle of joy didn’t just escape a grim fate; he hopped right into the role of a therapy animal, touching lives at hospitals and airports with his gentle presence. From Peril to Pampering: Alex’s Astonishing Transformation Alex’s story began in 2020 when Josh Row and Kei Kato, a couple with expansive hearts, decided...
Love At First Flight Touches Down In Wisconsin With Over 70 Shelter Pets Ready To Find Loving Homes
On February 20, love was definitely in the air. Early that morning, a plane arrived in Louisiana to transport 60 dogs and 16 cats out of overcrowded shelters and deliver them to Wisconsin where shelters were waiting with open arms and kennels. Our monthly Flight to Freedom, a sponsored Good Flight, helps save lives and we couldn’t do it without your support – so thank you! Photo: Facebook/Washington County Humane Society Together, we helped stray cats like Stormy and homeless dogs like Pierre get the second chance they deserve....
13 Dogs with Curly Ears: Pictures, Facts & History
Dog fur comes in many shapes, lengths, and textures. Many canines have curly hair across their whole body, while others just have curly hair on their ears (at least when they are cut traditionally). It doesn’t take much for a curly-eared dog to steal your heart, especially when groomed properly. Here are some of the cutest dogs with curly ears! How Are Dogs with Curly Ears Defined? Of course, dogs cannot really have curly ears. However, they can have curly hair on their ears, which is typically what we mean when we mention curly ears....
Endangered Hawks on the Brink as Washington’s Largest Wind Farm Threatens Survival
The clash between green energy initiatives and wildlife conservation is epitomized in the controversy surrounding the Horse Heaven Hills wind farm in Washington State. This project, once envisioned as the largest of its kind in the region, has faced significant pushback due to its potential impact on the ferruginous hawk, an endangered species local to the area. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / ALAN SCHMIERERThe ferruginous hawk is North America’s largest buteo. Endangered Hawks Versus Renewable Energy Goals The ferruginous hawk, North...
Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition featuring Michael Shikashio
Has your animal organization ever dealt with difficult to place dogs? Do you want to learn key factors to ensure the behavioral well-being of them while searching for a suitable home? Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition featured speaker, Michael Shikashio, has you covered! We’re thrilled to share that Shikashio will cover these topics and more in his virtual presentation, Bark to Basics: Avoiding and Addressing Problem Behaviors through Meeting Their Fundamental Needs. Shikashio is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), and...
APA! Offers Courtesy Listings for Rehoming
Feb 22, 2024 Going to a shelter should be and can be the last option for an animal whose family is having to make the tough decision to say goodbye to their furry family member. Historically, a lot of shame has been placed on the idea of pets being rehomed, but the reality is, sometimes moving a pet out of its current home is truly the best and maybe even sometimes, the only, option a family has. The reason for needing to find a new home for a pet can vary, and we believe it’s time to take the blame out of the conversation; our Positive...
