Cat Gives Her Life to Save Her Human From a House Fire
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! This “tail” is not a totally happy one. A friend of ours, Nana Liz, was gifted with a beauty of a feline from the local shelter. Abigail was her name, and she was a sweet love of a cat. Abigail hit it off right away with Liz. They enjoyed quiet days playing, or sitting on the couch together. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ANNALISA IDELER Approximately five months after Abigail came to...
Tips for Creating a Cute, But Safe, Halloween Costume for Your Pup
Spooky season is officially upon us. We’re cozying up watching scary movies, decorating our homes with pumpkins and skeletons, and planning some elaborate costumes… or just wearing something in our closet that passes as a costume. Often, pet parents want to get their dogs in on the Halloween festivities. If you’re thinking of dressing them up, be sure to share pictures so everyone can enjoy them, but also, you need to take some steps to ensure your pet’s costume is safe and comfortable. Check Your Dog’s...
Cruz the Therapy Dog Becomes an Official Member of the Salinas Fire Department
Recently, the Salinas, California, Fire Department had some exciting news to share with the public: they added a new crew member to the team! What’s so exciting about that? Well, his name is Cruz, and his hair is a bit longer than the rest of the firefighters you’re used to seeing, but that’s because Cruz is a handsome black Lab that happens to be a therapy dog. Sworn in October 2022, in this case, he’s the Department’s first-ever. Photo: Salinas Fire Department Dogs in the Workforce Salinas Fire Chief, Sam...
Police Officer Risks Getting Sprayed To Rescue Skunk Stuck In An Ice Cream Cup
You never quite know what you are going to run into when you’re a police officer. You might start out the day with absolutely nothing on the agenda but by the time it’s over, you find that you are involved in something you never could have expected. Photo: Facebook/Paul Wendy Beck Sr. Perhaps that’s why some police officers describe their job as being hours of boredom punctuated by moments of sheer terror. Of course, those unexpected events are not always terrifying. This was recently seen in Indiana when a skunk found...
Find Out Which Dog Toys and Treats are Dangerous for Your Dogs!
More than 200,000 dogs suffer from choking every year in the US. Common causes? Dog treats and toys. Not all dog toys and treats are safe. When buying toys, there are important factors to consider such as your dog’s play style and chew style which are part of its unique personality. And so, for your pet’s health and your own peace of mind, you should know which toys and treats are fine for your dog. YouTube/The Pet’s Empire Kinds of Dog Toys That You Should Avoid Buying According to the People’s Dispensary for Sick...
New York City’s Famous “Bodega Cats” May Not Be Getting The Care That They Need
The cats that live in New York City really have quite a reputation. Small shops throughout the city have those bodega cats and New Yorkers seem to have really fallen in love with them. Although it certainly is true that bodega cats are part of our culture in New York City, they aren’t necessarily cared for in the way that they need. In many cases, these cats are cared for properly but that isn’t always true. Photo: YouTube/Flatbush Cats In some cases, bodega cats are not being given what they need in the way of food, housing, and...
The Best Ugly (but Cute) Dog Christmas Sweaters
Have you noticed how a dog’s face can instantly transform an ugly Christmas sweater into a cute one? Whether it’s for a holiday party or lounging around the Christmas tree, as long as your holiday sweater includes a furry friend on it, any sweater — ugly or cute — is pretty spectacular to us! We’ve rounded up our favorite ugly dog Christmas sweaters, including some personalized dog Christmas sweater options and matching sets for you and your dog. Where can I find ugly dog Christmas sweaters? Most clothing stores...
Best Online Dog Training Courses: Taught by Pet Experts
Are you looking for the best online dog training courses? Do you wish you had a beautiful and thriving relationship with your dog? If so, you should think about choosing the best online dog training course to help your pet understand what behaviors are acceptable. It can be efficient and quick! Whether you want to teach your dog new tricks and basic obedience or have a new puppy in your life, we’ve created a list of the top online dog training courses based on many factors. Spoiler Alert! The best overall comes from the K9 Training...
Fire Fighters Honor Dog Who Served Alongside Them With Touching Canine Funeral
Dogs and fire stations go together like peanut butter and jelly. Dogs first started living with firefighters in the days of horses and buggies. The dogs would help the horses navigate the stressful situations they faced, but when fire trucks replaced horses, the dogs stuck around. A dog’s role in a firehouse is a little different than it was back in the day of horses and buggies. Rather than being working dogs, fire pups generally stick around to comfort firefighters and offer emotional support. Photo: flickr/Justin LaBerge Negro is one...
Mini-Dachshund Performs “Freestyle” Dance Performance With Mom
An adorable pooch is taking the world by storm thanks to her impressive dance skills! The miniature dachshund named Henrietta first rose to fame back in 2006 when she performed a “freestyle” dance routine alongside her owner, Emily Pyle. Photo: YouTube/sharly999 Photo: YouTube/sharly999 A video of their performance, set to saloon-style music, was uploaded to YouTube where it received more than 2 million views. While it may seem like an unusal style of performance, there’s a whole group dedicated to advancing the canine...
