Plan a Dog-Friendly Easter if You’re a Pet Owner with Kids
It’s almost Easter, and it’s important to remember to practice good pet safety if you’re a dog owner. Over the decades, brightly colored plastic eggs have gained in popularity for their ability to hide small toys and candies. But plastic eggs with kids in mind can also be a temptation and potential danger for dogs due to those very same contents. Not only that, but dogs can also ingest broken plastic while getting to the goods inside. Unfortunately, those “goodies” are generally not good for dogs if consumed, and...
Cancer in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms and Advancement in Treatment
It’s a pet parent’s worst nightmare – you find a lump on your dog and immediately think cancer. While about half of dogs over the age of 10 develop cancer, it can be difficult to spot early signs. Early canine cancer signs and symptoms vary and can be the same as many other conditions or illnesses, explains Len Boyko, CEO, the Pet Cancer Foundation. However, the sooner you spot cancer, the better. In many cases with a specific cancer diagnosis there are effective treatments that can help your dog live a long life. Top six...
The Animals That Will Most Likely Provide Wisdom in a Deep and Enlightening Talk
Humans can already know if an animal is smart even when they don’t talk. Years of observation have led to countless discoveries of how much animals are mentally, emotionally, and physically intelligent. Although built differently, animals can learn and hone their skills. Sometimes, even without training, those talents show because it was naturally given to them. Animals are already amazing as they are, but what more if they can speak? Photo: Pexels/Erik Karits Talking animals have been portrayed in films and shows. Most of them are...
New Research Points to Native Americans Spreading Horses Across the West Before Europeans Arrived There
It’s long been understood that horses evolved in North America roughly 3-4 million years ago but that they disappeared from fossil records between 10,000 and 13,000 years ago. The theory is that between the last ice age and overhunting, the animals that didn’t hightail it across the Bering ice bridge went extinct. It wasn’t until 1519, when the Spanish arrived with them in Mexico, that they returned to the continent. Per a new paper published in the journal Science, Indigenous peoples then transported the animals north along...
April the Holland Lop Would Like to Hop Right Into Your Life
Say hello to gorgeous April and June, who were brought into the San Diego Humane Society by their previous owner on February 23, 2023. April (#642961) arrived with her best friend June (#642962), and, as a bonded pair, they must be adopted together. At 4 years old, April and June are sweet middle-aged rabbits who love cuddling with each other and do well with trusted humans. Photo: San Diego Humane Society Rabbits as Pets Rabbits are intelligent and complex animals who do well in families with humans who understand that at their core they are...
Bus Driver Encounters Soaked Stray Cat That ‘Screams’ at Her
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 drive a bus for the public transit company in Pittsburgh. On January 2, 2017, I was driving through Mt. Oliver when I saw a small patch of white in the brown leaves that covered the sidewalk. As I got closer, I realized it was a small cat that was completely soaked after sitting out in the rain. When I opened the door, he screamed at me! (He didn’t meow, he SCREAMED!) CAT. PHOTO:...
Senior Boy Duece Would Very Much Like to Spend His Golden Years with You
According to the ASPCA, senior dogs have a 25 percent adoption rate, compared to a 60 percent rate for younger dogs and puppies. This is heartbreaking when you consider how much love they still have to give. All people need to hear is the word “senior,” and many of them shut down as to their willingness to consider adoption. But when are they considered to be in their golden years? VCA Animal Hospitals break it down like this: Small dogs are considered senior citizens of the canine community when they reach 11-12. Their...
Top 5 Giant Dog Breeds
There’s a whole lot to love about giant dog breeds, from their commanding presence to their gentle personalities. Their unique appearances and characteristics attract “oohs” and “ahhs” no matter where they go. If you’re looking for a big dog with an even bigger heart and wondering what is the largest dog breed, the following dogs are as gargantuan as they get. Here are the top 5 giant dog breeds: Great Dane Despite originally being bred to hunt boars, the Great Dane is the embodiment of “gentle...
What You Need to Know About The Shortage of Veterinarians in the United States
The veterinary industry in the United States is currently facing a dire shortage of veterinarians. According to recent studies, the country will be short of around 15,000 veterinarians by 2030. The increasing number of pets following COVID-19 is straining the industry, The Washington Post reports, leading to a shortage of vets across the country. This shortage is causing significant problems for pet owners who struggle to find veterinary care for their pets, particularly in areas where veterinary service is not readily available. Photo:...
Russell Crowe’s Puppy Louis Dies In His Arms After Being Hit By A Truck
A day that is already a hard and sad day for actor Russell Crowe just got even more unbearable. On March 30, which is the anniversary of his father’s (John Alexander Crowe) passing, his cherished 16-month-old Papillon named Louis was hit by a truck. Heartbroken Crowe took to Twitter to share the devastating news and wrote, “Tiny, cheeky, brave. He won my heart. Unfortunately today, on the second anniversary of my fathers passing, Louis was hit by a truck. We tried to get him to the vet, but he died in my arms while I was telling...
