A Dog-Loving Resort Manager Rescues Canines in Need
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From Record Holder to Record Loser — The Fall of Bobi’s Historic ‘Oldest Dog’ Title
In a surprising turn of events, Guinness World Records (GWR) has rescinded the title of “Oldest Dog Ever” from Bobi, a Portuguese dog, following an extensive review of the evidence supporting his age. Bobi, a Rafeiro do Alentejo breed, was previously recognized in February 2023 for his remarkable age of 31 years. However, this recognition was short-lived, as doubts about the authenticity of his age led to a formal investigation and the eventual stripping of his title. Investigation Leads to Title Suspension GWR’s decision...
Shy, Cautious Older Kitten Needs Home Before He’s Forgotten Amid Kitten Season
This story was submitted by our shelter friend The Cat House on the Kings. The Cat House on the Kings saves pets’ lives in the Fresno County, California area, and the Animal Rescue Site is proud to share their stories. You can learn more about their work here! The growing TNR (Trap/Neuter/Return) movement is a hope-enriching, health-helping, community-caring movement that is truly making saving many more lives possible. It is thrilling that many more compassionate people are getting involved, especially considering many of them are not...
11 Best Dog Foods for Belgian Malinois in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
Feeding your dog an appropriate diet is crucial for his overall well-being. When it comes to large-breed working dogs such as the Belgian Malinois, their diet should consist of high-quality foods that are high in protein and low in fat. That way, they can perform their working duties to the fullest and maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. So, what are some of the best dog foods that you can feed your Belgian Malinois? We have compiled a list of some of the products that we think are good choices, whether you’re looking for a...
10 Best Dog Toys for Pit Bulls in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
Pit Bulls are medium to large dogs with strong jaws. They are aggressive chewers, so the right toys are essential for them to have something that’s designed to be chewed on instead of things that they find around the house. Toys can also keep your dog from growing bored and help them get more exercise by playing. Most dog toys will be destroyed over a long enough period, but Pit Bulls need something durable that doesn’t need to be replaced often. To help, we gathered the 10 best toys for Pit Bulls so you can check out the reviews...
Can Dogs Eat Ramen Noodles? Vet Approved Facts
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » If you’re a fan of ramen noodles and wondering whether you can share a bowl with your dog, sorry, but no. Instant ramen and authentic ramen are bad for dogs. While ramen is not immediately toxic to dogs when ingested, most of its components are neither healthy nor safe for them to consume, especially long-term and in large amounts. In this article, we’re breaking down why you shouldn’t feed your dog...
Can Dogs Sense When Someone Is About to Die? Facts & FAQ
Dogs have always been humans’ best friends. They’re loyal and loving, and their keen senses of smell make them great partners for all sorts of jobs, from detecting drugs or explosives to alerting people about medical issues. It’s no surprise that dogs are also used in hospice care to comfort the dying. It seems like dogs have an almost “sixth sense” knowledge for when someone is about to die. If you’re a dog fan, you’ve probably heard tales of canines sitting by someone’s side during their last...
Do Dogs Remember Who Their Mother Is? Based on Science
Most pups do not live alongside their mother for long. They are usually separated at around three months old. But do puppies remember their mothers and mothers their puppies after separation? Dogs can develop a mother-child bond early on because pups are usually heavily reliant on their mothers for food and safety. Thanks to this bond, dogs do remember their mothers through scent. Research suggests that a canine can remember its parents up to 2 years after separation.1 Here’s a concise finding based on all research and studies about a...
Wild Crow Enjoys Long Walks Through the Suburbs with Her Favorite (Human) Neighbor
Kira Jane Buxton is one of those people who has some sort of special animal-friendship magic the rest of us can only dream about. No one, not even Kira, seems to know why she has this special gift, but boy, is it ever a treasure to behold! Kira’s particular blend of magic enables her to befriend birds. She had a good crow friend who hung around with her for a full five years before it passed away in 2021. Kira thought it was a one-time thing and would never happen again, but that same year, another crow started following her around, and...
City of Austin Landscape for Animals
Feb 26, 2024 A few weeks ago, we informed you about the political happenings in Austin around animal welfare, in particular, around the city seeking to pass a resolution allowing the euthanization of dogs with bites on their records. We want to keep you updated on progress and current events on an ongoing basis. We are happy that the resolution was amended to offer a six month waiting period before immediately taking action; the dogs with extreme bites on their records currently still have the opportunity to receive rehabilitation. As we...
