New Study Gives Insight Into How Dogs Think About Their Toys
Have you ever told your dog to go fetch a specific toy and they run off to find it? They might search through a pile of toys before finding the one you asked for, but somehow, they seem to know which toy is which. Researchers with the Family Dog Project, in partnership with the Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest, wanted to examine just how dogs identify their toys, so they conducted a study to figure it out. Photo: Pixabay/Alan Levine The study, which was published in the Journal of Animal Cognition, studied 14 different...
Motorists In The UK Could Be Fined For Driving With Dogs
As summer rolls around, you may start to notice more and more vehicles driving with furry passengers sticking their heads out the windows. A lot of dogs love to go for a drive in the sun and let the air from the car hit their faces out of the window. If you’re a dog lover and you pass a car with a dog peeking its head out the window, your first reaction is probably to smile and enjoy the view. They’re just so cute! Photo: Pixabay/Eddie K However, if you happen to be driving a canine companion around in the United Kingdom this...
Landlords In England May Be Forced To Allow Pets In Their Rental Houses
Tenants in England may soon have the right to a pet in their rental housing, thanks to the new Renters Reform Bill. According to The Telegraph, part of the Renters Reform Bill changes the law so landlords can no longer have a blanket ban on pets. Currently, landlords are allowed to determine if pets are allowed in their rental houses or not and if so, they can also determine what type of pets they’ll allow. Photo: Pixabay/krystianwin Under the Renters Reform Bill, tenants will have a right to own pets as a default and a landlord will...
Man Pulled A Lifeless Puppy From River, Resuscitation Failed & His Wife Had A Plan
Small creatures are particularly prone to be harmed. If they’re lost from their mothers, the world becomes a lot more dangerous. When one guy witnessed a tiny puppy floating down the river, he recognized he had to act right away. His tiny body appeared lifeless in this video clip. Image/Story Source Credit: The Dodo via YouTube video The man attempted to resuscitate him by patting his chest but was unable to. He could tell the puppy still had life in him, yet he couldn’t breathe. The puppy would certainly perish if no significant...
Freshpet Reviews From Pet Parents: See Why You Should Make The Switch to Freshpet
At Freshpet, our ideology behind how to feed our four-legged family members is a bit different from other pet food brands. We believe that dogs and cats deserve food that helps them live their best lives, which means crafting recipes from fresh, whole ingredients that are gently cooked without preservatives, and kept in the fridge where meats belong. If you decide to make the switch to food made from quality ingredients, don’t be surprised if you notice some drastic changes in your pet’s overall health and happiness. But...
Invisible Fence for Dogs – Most Effective Wireless Dog Fences
Being a dog caretaker comes with a lot of responsibility. One of the most significant challenges is keeping dogs contained when they’re outdoors, especially if they’re stubborn or like to wander. While many use a traditional physical fence, an electric fence, or a leash to keep their dogs safe, others have taken the more modern approach of an invisible wireless fence. Having an invisible dog fence allows your canines to roam a designated area of the yard without being bound by a leash or physical fencing. When they start extending...
In animal welfare, how can we respond more and react less? Dr. Jyothi Robertson explains
Working in a mission-driven field like animal welfare, where we give so much of ourselves to pets and people, makes taking care of ourselves that much more important. The ways we can practice self-care are endless, from exercising, listening to music, being outside, talking with friends, watching a good movie and of course, playing with animals. And, while all these activities are wonderful ways to decompress and de-stress, there’s one tool in particular that can help you more-effectively handle stressful situations as they arise. That...
Driver Runs Out Onto Street to Save Injured Cat in Middle of the Road
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! One day while driving, I spotted a black and white ball of fluff in the middle of the road. I drove past it, and saw that it was a small kitten that I was pretty sure must have been run over and killed. I just had to stop and check. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / MARC PASCUAL While dodging cars and irate taxi drivers, I saw that the kitten was not dead. It looked up at me with large frightened...
Private Tiger Ownership Faces An End As Big Cat Public Safety Act Moves Closer To Becoming Law
The success of Netflix’s Tiger King documentary series for a short time drove up attendance at a number of controversial zoos linked to flagrant animal abuse. It also set off a movement to protect big cats in the United States, which are one step closer to getting crucial protections from the federal government. The Big Cat Public Safety Act has been passed out of committee and faces a vote by the House of Representatives. The US House Natural Resources Committee voted 25-17 to pass the Big Cat Public Safety Act (BCPSA, HR263). The bill...
15 Best Dog-Friendly Beaches
All I have to do is say the word “beach” and my dogs are running to the door and howling with excitement. Some dogs love going to the beach just as much as their owners. Thankfully, there are several beaches located on the coasts as well as lakes throughout the United States that welcome Fido. Just be sure to pack a few dog essentials like a leash, dog waste bags, water bowl, and a towel before heading to the beach. Photo: Pexels/Lenin Estrada Bring Fido, a team of pet travel experts, compiled a list of the best dog beaches in the...
