Keep Up with the Spanish Water Dog Breed
The Spanish Water Dog was developed on the Iberian Peninsula (which covers Spain and Portugal) to hunt, help farmers, herd and assist fisherman. Although his name makes him sound like he’d belong in the Sporting Group (and indeed he does like both water and sports), the American Kennel Club placed him in the herding group because of his strong herding history and instincts. The breed was fully recognized by the AKC in 2015. The dog was ranked 145th in popularity in 2021 by the AKC. How much does the Spanish Water Dog weigh? Male Spanish...
Woman Found a Mystery Egg, Nurtured It Until It Hatched, and Met the Sweetest Turkey She Has Ever Known
Animals who you randomly met in life and connected with will always hold a special place in your heart. You never planned on having them, but they have given you extra happiness. The universe has allowed you to meet as part of each other’s development. You’ll learn unconditional love from them and treat the animal just like your own. There’s always a wonderful bond between animals and humans. It does not only happen with cats and dogs — even those from the wild can be your best bud. You’ll inevitably encounter...
Eastern Food Therapy: Find Out if Your Dog Is Healthy and Balanced
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Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: National Foster Survey, on-demand webcast and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. The January Weekly Community Conversations grant giveaway winners are…On Monday, Maddie’s Fund® gave four organizations a $2,500 grant for attending the January Weekly Community Conversations! A total of $10,000 in grants was given to four people chosen at random. These four people won a grant for their organization: Kyle O’Neill, AniMeals, (Missoula, MT) Cecilia Oliveros, Animal Friends (Pittsburgh, PA) Vickie Ramirez, One...
Flying Lemurs – They Don’t Fly And They’re Not Lemurs, But They Are Very Accomplished Gliders
Have you ever wondered what a Pokémon would look like in real life? With the numerous creatures in the video game, and with a lot of them being inspired by real animals, it wouldn’t be a surprise if you could think of at least one Pokémon that exists IRL. But let me show you this cute species for now. PHOTO: Flickr/Danielle Brigida Did it already captivate you with its big eyes and small ears? In my case, it did. These creatures are called Colugos. They’re tiny mammals and are more commonly called flying lemurs....
Anaphylaxis in Dogs: What You Should Know
Anyone who has ever seen a dog suffering from anaphylaxis, or even just watched a social media video or looked at a photo, won’t soon forget it. Dogs experiencing an anaphylactic reaction to something like an insect bite or bee sting can have dramatic facial swelling in addition to other symptoms like difficulty breathing, itchy skin and hives. A dog with his face or lips blown up to extreme proportions might look funny, but anaphylaxis in dogs is very serious, requiring emergency treatment from your veterinarian. Read on to find out...
Halo Collar Review: GPS Dog Collar & Wireless Virtual Fence
Worrying about where your dog is is a concern for those that do not have a fencing solution for their backyard, but it does not have to be. The Halo collar introduces a way to keep your dogs location on your phone through the use of GPS and their mobile Halo Collar app. The Halo Collar works best for people at the beach, the dog park, a campground, or with a backyard to create virtual fences that provide SAFE and Gentle feedback to your dog when getting close to the edge of their permitted areas. It really is the best portable dog fence on...
This Goose is Clearly Not a Fan of Ice Skating. Watch the Relatable Video to Learn Why
Animals have proved to the world that they are capable of various skills and tricks. Some are naturally good at one skill, while others must be trained to hone their hidden talents. Moreover, animals are gifted with various skills because those are tools for survival. For instance, a cat could jump from one high place to another and land on their feet with ease. Animal bodies are built to adapt to different situations and environments. However, they could also be similar to humans regarding those who are capable or not. Photo:...
Senior Dog Buried In Mats Finds New Zest For Life When Rescuers Shave Him
Matted fur is more than just a nuisance for a dog – it can be a dangerous medical condition. Matted fur pulls on the skin and can build up and become heavy, making everyday life painful and uncomfortable. One dog that knows this all too well is a senior pooch named Julian. According to a video shared by Save a Greek Stray, Julian was left outside his owner’s home to live on the streets after she passed away. Photo: YouTube/Save a Greek Stray He had been suffering for years from grooming neglect, but when his owner died, things...
Jogger Saves Puppy Trapped In Ocean Rocks With Tide Coming In
A one-year-old dog was given a second chance at life thanks to a keen-eared jogger in San Fransisco. According to an Instagram post by the San Francisco Animal Care and Control, the young Springer Spaniel had been buried under large rocks on Ocean Beach. Photo: Instagram/@sfanimalcareandcontrol The post explained that when the dog was discovered in the rocks, “It was low tide, and the water, while not very close at this point, was coming in.” They continued, “It is beyond lucky that we even got this call: someone was jogging...
