Dreaming of Chaos in Full Color: What Happens When Manic Sleeps
Hi, I’m Allison. Read my introduction to learn more about me and my three mixed-breed dogs from Thailand, Jelly, Lorraina, and Manic. Some people have vivid dreams full of memories, while others’ minds conjure up impossible scenarios involving people they have never met or might not even exist. And some people’s dreams slip from their mental grasp the moment they open their eyes. But have you ever wondered what happens when dogs dream? Do their minds replay the details of the day? Do they dream about their human...
Signs and Symptoms of Asthma in Dogs and Cats
Cat and dog sitting together on meadow. Freindship between tabby domestic cat and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Asthma is a chronic lower respiratory condition that affects not only humans but also dogs and cats. Understanding the signs, causes, and treatments for asthma in animals can help pet parents provide the best care possible. Causes and Triggers An allergic reaction to inhaled environmental irritants is often the cause of asthma in dogs and cats. Once inside the lower airways, these allergens can interact with the immune system,...
How to Dispose of Your Dog or Cat’s Medications and Other Expired Products
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Do Dogs Understand If Another Dog Is Dying? Behavior Explanation & Facts
Click to Skip Ahead Losing a sick or aging pet is emotionally challenging for owners on many levels. While we manage our personal feelings and inner stress as a beloved dog nears the end, we must also comfort our grieving loved ones, including other pets. Although dogs may not have a deep understanding of death, their familial attachments and ability to recognize illness can affect their emotions and, subsequently, their behaviors when someone close is about to die. Noticing these effects is essential for owners trying to help family members...
Rescue Cat with Robotic Demeanor Charms Her Forever Family
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! When we went to the shelter, we didn’t even see the little black tortie kitten in the corner of the room initially. But then she reached her paw out of her cage and lightly touched my husband – silent, expressionless, but still begging to be noticed. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ALEKSANDR GUSEV The shelter employee told us that she was found all alone by some college students when she was...
The Power of Pandas — China’s Diplomatic Strategy and Conservation Success
Pandas, with their distinctive black-and-white fur, have become more than just a symbol of wildlife conservation; they are also important diplomatic tools for China. The practice of panda diplomacy, where China loans pandas to foreign countries, dates back to the Tang Dynasty and continues to play a significant role in international relations today. Photo: PexelsChina uses panda loans to foster diplomatic relations. A Historical Perspective The origins of panda diplomacy can be traced to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) when pandas were sent as...
Flea-Infested Puppies Rescued From Dump Need Our Help To Grow Big And Strong
Meet Rusty, Dusty, and Trusty. The three puppies were found malnourished, covered in fleas and alone at a dump in Xanthi, Greece. Hundreds of homeless dogs call the dump home and rummage through the piles of trash for scrapes. These little pups were struggling to get enough to eat. Photo: Greater Good Charities Their mother was nowhere to be found and they needed help. Local shelter staff who brings dog food to the homeless dogs – thanks to your generous donations – rescued the pups and brought them back to the shelter to be...
My Cat Is Bullying My Dog: 9 Vet-Approved Tips to Stop Them
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Having a multi-pet household comes with unique challenges, especially if you have a mix of pets like cats and dogs. One of the most common challenges that can arise is pets not getting along. However, sometimes, it’s less a case of two animals disliking each other and more of one animal bullying the other. If you have a cat and dog and find that your cat is bullying your dog, you need to work on stopping the...
From Transactions to Conversations
Build trust with the public seeking pet support services Imagine this. You’re going through the toughest period in your life. Maybe you lost your job, and your home, and now you have nowhere to go with your pet. On top of it, you’re struggling to provide basic care for both of you. You’ve tried everything, and you realize that the only way out of the situation is to focus on providing for yourself first, to get back on your feet. You take your beloved pet to the local animal shelter hoping that someone can help them....
Emaciated Dog Suffering From Severe Skin Disease Needs Your Support To Heal
Meet Ghost. This friendly pup was found in horrible condition at a local dump in Xanthi, Greece. The dump is home to hundreds of abandoned and stray dogs with many in need of medical care. Thanks to your continued support, The Animal Rescue Site and Greater Good Charities are working with local rescues like Animal Action Greece to help feed and care for the dogs with a goal of finding loving homes for as many as possible. Photo: Animal Action Greece Volunteers spotted Ghost during one of their feedings and took him back to the shelter for...
