Do Dogs Watch TV and What Do They See?
Is my dog watching TV? Many of us have seen our dogs stare at the TV, apparently watching it. Some dogs will bark or even jump at the television, clearly reacting to what they are seeing. But what exactly are they seeing and is it good for them – should I leave the TV on for my dog? Ron Levi, founder of DOGTV, answers your questions about dogs watching TV. What do dogs see when they watch TV? Dogs have dichromatic vision, meaning they see shades of blue, yellow and gray only. While they can see images on the TV screen, they cannot...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Science-backed human and animal bonding, grant opportunity and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. How the Open Arms Challenge allowed this rescue organization to become more accessibleThe Open Arms Challenge starts next month, and we’re highlighting Salem Friends of Felines (SFOF) in Oregon to provide a little inspiration! SFOF is a rescue organization that won a grant for the Most Effective Use of Open and Welcoming Menu Items in the 2021 Open Arms Challenge. The Challenge was instrumental in obtaining the… Learn More Using science to improve...
Mom Explains To Child Why She Can’t Pet Woman’s Service Dog
Service dog owners know how frustrating it can be when a well-meaning (or not-so-well-meaning) individual attempts to pet or otherwise distract a working dog. One woman who knows this all too well is Haylee Graves. Graves has a medical and cardiac alert dog named Jake who helps sniff her high heart rate and changing blood pressure. Jake then alerts Haylee that she needs to sit down or risk passing out. Haylee regularly shares about Jake and helps educate the public on service dogs through her TikTok account, @jakethes.d and on Instagram....
Dog Loves Getting His Teeth Brushed With Mom
Unless you start and are consistent when they’re a puppy, it can be tough to get a dog to brush his teeth. It’s something most pet owners should be doing and is often recommended by dentists, but it’s not usually something dogs enjoy or tolerate well. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog My dog absolutely despises getting his teeth brushed. He won’t bite or anything, but he curls his lips and snarls mid-brush. Thankfully, his little snarls actually make it easier to brush his teeth but he still doesn’t enjoy it. One unusual...
Blind Rescue Cats Use “Chirping” Sounds To Find Each Other
Two rescue kittens may not have eyes to find one another, but they make up for it by using sound instead! Nicole is a special needs animal advocate and foster mom, so when she heard of two blind kittens in need of some help, she couldn’t say no. In an interview with The Dodo, Nicole explained: “The first day when I brought them home, I honestly thought that I couldn’t do it. Both of their eyes were so badly infected. It definitely was heartbreaking but they didn’t have anyone besides me, so I was determined to fight...
Family Rescue Cat Meets Baby For The Very First Time
You never quite know how a pet will react to having a new baby in the house. Even pets who are all lovey-dovey to other kids or protective of the baby bump might have a hard time adjusting to life with a newborn. Babies take up so much attention from Mom and Dad that it’s no wonder pets can be hesitant sometimes. They’re often tossed on the sidelines and forgotten about. Some pets, however, love new babies once they get past the initial uncertainty. That was the case with a sweet rescue cat named Minnie. Photo: YouTube/izzcat...
Cat Joins Dog Duo For Their Daily Walks Around The Neighborhood
One of the joys of having a dog is taking them for daily walks. It’s a nice way to get outside and enjoy the fresh air while bonding with your pet. A woman named Hilarie regularly enjoys walks with her two dogs, Emmy and Gunny, but she ended up having a third pet join in on their daily walks: a cat named Oliver! Photo: YuoTube/The Dodo In an interview with The Dodo, Hilarie said that Oliver just started to walk with them one day and never stopped! She said, “I never know where he comes from, but he always finds us.” At...
PointPet—Always Looking for a Better Solution
Matthew Mazi and his wife Nevenka watched their beloved dog, Tik, suffer from escalating pain in his joints. A diagnosis of arthritis had stolen Tik’s zest for life, breaking their hearts in the process. The Mazis knew there had to be a better solution for canine arthritis than anything that was currently on the market. Research Revealed Product Drawbacks After some exhaustive research, Matthew and Nevenka discovered that some hip and joint supplements, and hemp products, could give arthritic dogs relief — but they were often hard...
Summer Coat Care for Dogs
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Best Distraction Toys for Dogs Who Like to Dig
Dogs have a natural tendency to dig. When he digs, your dog may want to reach what’s under the ground or even to make a comfortable spot to relax. But, of course, you want to stop him from digging up your garden, carpet or couch. Redirecting him to another activity, such as distraction toys, can help. Here are the 5 best distraction toys for dogs who like to dig: Squishy Face Studio Flirt Pole V2 A great way to have fun with your canine best friend is to interact with him using a flirt pole. Flirt poles consist of a PVC pole with a cord...
