Stray Dog Swollen From Snake Bite Gets Saved By Rescuers
Those of us who love animals know that there is nothing sadder than a suffering animal who is without someone to love them. Unfortunately, strays are a part of our communities, and it’s important that there are people out there who are willing to help them. Strays often require more than just food and water, they also require medical assistance, as it’s not uncommon for them to endure injuries while they’re living rough outside on the streets. That was exactly the case that happened to one little pup named Fergus. The poor...
Owner Determines What Kind Of Day It’ll Be Based On His Senior Pug
Getting old is not for the faint of heart. Of course, it’s not just humans who must face the aging process. Our pets must go through it, too. Most of them take their aging in stride, apart from the occasional hiccup along the way. And now that social media is a major part of everyday life, more and more pet owners are able to share their pets’ journeys with the world – like Jonathan Graziano. The proud dog dad has become a social media sensation thanks to the overwhelming cuteness of his pooch, Noodle. Photo:...
Great Dane Accidentally Scares His Neighbor’s Puppies
Great Danes are quite impressive dogs. They are essentially gentle giants of the dog world. My mom grew up with a Great Dane in her family. She has fond memories of being five and pretending that Aegis was a pony. Granted, Aegis was such a good girl she would let my mom and uncle climb all over her and never got upset. Then, she’d allow them to sit on her back while she carried them around for hours. According to my mom, she was a friendly and caring dog who loved to make friends with the world. But there is one thing that can sometimes...
Man Opens A Natural Scents Shop After Dog Nearly Dies From Reed Diffuser
Tim Rundle-Wood, an entrepreneur from London, was winding down from the excitement of his recent move when he made a choice that would change his life forever. Settling into his new apartment, he started a reed diffuser with a sweet, synthetic smell to create a relaxing ambiance in the space. His pup, Henry, loved the smell. But when he got closer and took a deep sniff, Rundle-Wood could tell that something was immediately wrong. “My dog, Henry, almost died from toxic shock after he sniffed a Reed diffuser – which turned out to be...
Viral Photo Shows Dachshund Lover’s Adorable “Halloweenie” Yard Decoration
As we’re well into October, the spookiest month of the year, creepy and spooky decorations have no doubt started to pop up in your neighborhood. Black cats usually rule this season, though of course, they still deserve love the other 11 months of the year! If you’re still looking for a bit of “Halloweenie” fun to get you in the mood, then check out this lawn decoration — a celebration of dachshunds and the spooky season: Photo: Facebook/Diane Alves Posted on Facebook in the Dachshund Lovers group by user Dian...
LinkedIn Poll About Paternity Leave For Pet Parents Sparks Debate
“One of my staff has asked for paternity leave because he has a new puppy,” Boxpark CEO Roger Wade posted to LinkedIn in early October. “What do you think?” No doubt, he was expecting some debate to follow, but what he wasn’t expecting was just how popular this question would prove to be: More than 34,000 people cast their votes in his informal poll, with 2,000 sharing their opinions in the comments as well. What do you think? Photo: Pixabay/Seaq68 The debate comes after Colombia became the first country to allow...
Boxer Was Unrecognizable After Being Rescued
For a dog on the street, life can be incredibly tough and bleak. Without access to care, sickness and malnutrition can wear them down, and the lack of companionship or love can break their spirit. When Sunday, a beautiful brindle Boxer, was found on the streets of Murcia, Spain, this was her condition. Fortunately, she was found by the perfect people for the job. Tina Solera, founder of Galgos Del Sol, rescued Sunday from the streets and brought her home. There, she blossomed quickly in the company of dozens of dogs! PHOTO: YOUTUBE / GALGOS...
Bulldog Learns To Shoot Tennis Balls Out Of His Mouth
Pet ownership isn’t all fun and games. You have to know, especially around strangers, how your pet might react or what tricks they’ve got up their sleeve. Even the most well-behaved and intelligent dog enjoys a good prank or wind-up! For one pet’s family, that balance just got a whole lot harder to keep — he’s learned how to shoot tennis balls out of his mouth! Photo: Wikimedia Commons Posted to Reddit’s r/aww community, a short video of an Old English Bulldog mix quickly spread across the site and onto...
Boy Rescues Cat From Wall Using Cardboard Box
One boy’s act of kindness has brought joy to thousands after he was filmed helping a stray cat down from a high brick wall. While cats are notoriously good climbers, it’s not unheard of for them to get stuck when they become a bit overzealous or confident. That seemed to be the case for this cat. The video, shared by South China Morning Post, was filmed in a rural part of China’s populous Shandong province and documents the boy’s first attempt to help the cat, which had him raising an upside-down traffic cone overhead:...
Preparing your home for a new dog
Adopting or rescuing a new dog? Here are six ways to prepare your home and family so the newcomer’s arrival goes as smoothly as possible. Adopting or rescuing a new dog is undeniably exciting. You can’t wait to bring him home, and welcome into your life and heart. But before you do, there are some important preparations to make. You need to ensure your home is as safe and animal-friendly as possible, and that your family knows what to do and how to help in order to make the transition as smooth as possible. Here are six...
