Orphaned Weeks-Old Walrus is Getting Round-the-Clock Care to Help Her Survive
Pacific walruses can grow up to 12 feet long and weigh up to 4,000 pounds. One substantially smaller than that, though, was just rescued in Alaska. In a series of social media posts, Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward has been chronicling the care of a tiny orphaned female Pacific walrus calf. She was found alone, malnourished, and dehydrated in Utqiagvik, Alaska, in late July and is believed to be no more than a few weeks old. To help her survive, a rescue team provided emergency fluids and stabilizing treatment before getting her to safety....
I Am A Mutt
Jul 30, 2024 I am not a dog that people dream of when they are small. I am not a dog that can be easily identified. I am not a dog that has a list of traits packed neatly in a box. I am a mutt. I am a mutt. Mutts have been passed over for no crime, but that of not being by design. Mutts don’t fit into any category, just a category of their own. Mutts aren’t considered when asking a dog to do a job. But I can do a job, and do it very well. I can love you, which is the best job a dog can do. I am a dog that was pieced together,...
Why Does It Matter That Hays County Wants To Build A Pet Resource Center?
Jul 30, 2024 FACT: A pet resource center is NOT the same as an animal shelter; however, it does include animal sheltering as a component of the services offered. In a traditional animal sheltering model, the animal shelter is where pets are taken to get any kind of resources or help, but is not usually the best solution. Lost pets → go to the shelter where they almost never get reunited with their families. Pets who are sick or injured → have to be surrendered to the shelter and separated from their families to be treated if the...
My Dog Ate Lavender Plant! What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Why is it that some dogs just cannot resist the urge to eat things they shouldn’t? A lot of the time, you don’t even realize that certain things could be considered appealing or edible by your naughty canine until they’re hanging out of your dog’s mouth! And by the time that happens, you find yourself frantically searching for answers about what household ingredients, items,...
Ukrainian Dog Severely Abused While Held Hostage for Months is Recovering Alongside His Mom
A sweet dog named Adik and his owner, Irina, have endured unimaginable abuse while being held hostage for eight months by Russian forces in Ukraine. United for Animals (UfA) shared the heartbreaking story with Greater Good Charities and asked for support to help Adik get around. Adik was viewed by the Russians as a “trophy” of war and severely mistreated. UfA said, “This enemy shows no mercy even towards such defenseless creatures like animals.” Photo: United for Animals When Adik was finally released along with his...
Why Is My Dog’s Vagina Swollen? 5 Vet Explained Reasons & When to Worry
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Your dog’s genital area seems bigger than it normally is, so you naturally wonder if it’s time to call the vet or if it’s something normal that will pass on its own. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why your dog’s vulva might become swollen. The 5 Possible Reasons Your Dog’s Vagina Is Swollen 1. Estrus or the Heat Cycle If you notice that your dog’s...
Why Does My Dog Stare at the Wall? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons Explained
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Our dogs do all sorts of things that make us go, “Hmm.” If your dog seems to be staring at the wall, you might wonder why. But the real answer to why is that it honestly depends. Have you paid attention to body language? Does the dog seem excited, lethargic, rambunctious? The overall vibe can tell you a lot about the underlying reason. Here are five reasons that might be why your dog is staring at...
Toxic Dust Storms Loom as Great Salt Lake Faces Environmental Collapse
The Great Salt Lake, a unique and vital ecosystem in Utah, faces unprecedented threats. As it continues to shrink, the repercussions for both the environment and local communities are becoming increasingly severe. Multiple factors contribute to this crisis and there are dire consequences if no action is taken. Photo: PexelsThe Great Salt Lake has lost two-thirds of its water since the 1980s. Dwindling Waters and Its Impact Once a vast saline sea, the Great Salt Lake has shrunk dramatically, losing two-thirds of its size since the 1980s. This...
Animal Welfare Concerns Ignored as Iceland Greenlights Whale Hunt
In a surprising and controversial decision, Iceland’s government granted a whale hunting license to the country’s last remaining whaling company, Hvalur hf., for the 2024 season. The permit allows for the hunting of 128 fin whales, a move that has sparked significant backlash from animal welfare groups and conservationists alike. This decision contrasts with recent global efforts aimed at protecting marine life and highlights the ongoing debate over the ethics and necessity of commercial whaling. Photo: PexelsIceland has granted a...
The Ultimate Guide to Bioavailability in Pet Food
Find out why bioavailability in pet food is just as important as the ingredients! Pet parents have long known about the importance of choosing dog and cat foods with real foods and high-quality ingredients. Unfortunately, just reading an ingredients list doesn’t tell you anything about the bioavailability of the nutrients in the food. So how is a doting pet parent to choose the right food? Let’s learn more about bioavailability in pet food, what it is, factors that impact it, and why you should consider it when choosing food for...
