Police Dog Killed On Duty Honored With Hero’s Funeral
A loving dog named Hondo received a special send-off after he was tragically killed while on duty. The Belgian Malinois was part of Herriman City Police Department’s K-9 unit in Utah where he assisted in over 100 felony arrests over the span of his career. He was certified in narcotics and patrol, making him a valuable asset to the department. But beyond just being an incredible police dog, people loved Honod for simply being the “good boy” that he was. Photo: Wikimedia Commons/wim harwig Sadly, just five years into his...
Loving Dog Can’t Wait For Her Baby Sister To Be Born
Waiting for a new baby to arrive can be incredibly exciting. Not only are the parents excited, but siblings, relatives, and even pets can be excited too! Dogs, especially, are quite intuitive when it comes to pregnancy. It seems they know that things are changing, and some might even suspect a baby is on the way. One sweet dog named Penelope was waiting for her baby sister to arrive and she couldn’t be more excited about it. Photo: Unsplash/dxiane The dog’s owner, Juliana, even captured a moment her dog was giving her all the love...
Woman Creates A Zen Garden On Her Sleeping Cat
Cats can be chill and docile, or feisty and energetic. It depends on the cat, but it also depends on their mood. If you happen to have a calm cat, you may want to try turning them into a zen garden like a cat in Sydney, Australia got to do. That cat, Lola, has a sandy gray color making her the perfect canvas for a zen garden. Not only that, but she’s naturally relaxed and calm. Photo: Pexels/Cats Coming Professor and writer Sarah Holland-Batt noticed her cat, Lola, relaxing and decided to run with it. She used a tiny rake to create...
Puppies Peek Under Fence To See Their New Cat Neighbor
Billy the Bengal used to enjoy a backyard to himself, but now he has the company of three new puppies who moved in next door. Shortly after moving in, the three dogs discovered they had a cat for a neighbor and were eager to meet the playful feline, so they stuck their heads under the fence separating their yards. Of course, Billy quickly took notice and was also curious about them. Bengals are known to be sweet, loving, and playful cats who need a lot of exercise and space to play. It seems they may just make great companions for dogs, as...
Dog Proudly Helps Carry Groceries In From The Car
Dogs are part of the family but they don’t always contribute to the home in the way everyone else does. They eat, drink, and require exercise and love – but they don’t usually help out with chores or household duties. Of course, we love them anyway, but it would be nice to have an extra hand every now and again. For some lucky dog owners, their pets seem to know this and provide some help to their owners when needed. For example, one lady trained her dog to fetch her a cocktail on command while another helped push a stalled...
Why You Shouldn’t Put Your Address On Your Dog’s Collar
If you have a dog, you know it’s not uncommon for people to stop and pet them or ask about them while out on a walk or at the dog park. Most of those people just love dogs and are excited to get to know one, but some of them don’t always have the best intentions. We like to think the best of people and never assume the worst, but it’s important to be aware of all the things that can happen to protect yourself and your pup. Dog theft is one common issue that many dog owners are aware of. The last thing we’d want is to...
Dog Is Unimpressed By The Other Dogs At His Daycare
At West Street Dog in Raleigh, North Carolina, patrons can stop for a drink at the bar and let their pup play in an off-leash area. They even offer boarding and doggy daycare, making it a truly special place for every dog! Every dog, that is, except one: Pogo sits at the bar, looking like she’s seen it all. And to be fair, she has. Her mom, Grace Wheeler, works at West Street Dog, so Pogo spends much of her day playing with visiting pups. Photo: flickr/Marco Verch Professional Photography But when that gets to be too much, the...
Golden Retriever Overcomes Cancer Surgery Just In Time To Cheer On Boston Marathon Runners
2020 was a year of hardship and sacrifice for many. The loss of community events meant that it was also a year of isolation. For the runners who look forward to the yearly Boston Marathon, which was canceled last year, it meant that not only did they miss out on the camaraderie and physical endurance of the event, but also the smiling face of Spencer, the Golden Retriever. Since 2018, the pup has sat by the side of the marathon’s route and encouraged runners with his cheery demeanor and “Boston Strong” flag dangling from his...
California Condors Have Reproduced Asexually, a First Known Occurrence in the Species
Parthenogenesis – a form of asexual reproduction in which an egg is never fertilized but develops into an embryo – has been observed in a variety of insects, fish, reptiles, and birds. Now, scientists have discovered that another species is capable of it: The California condor. Scientists from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance say two of the female condors in its breeding program produced chicks that were not genetically related to a male, meaning that they were fatherless. The alliance notes that this is the first time asexual...
Planned Bus Trip is Cancelled When Couple Finds Stray Cat to Adopt Instead
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! My girlfriend and I went for a walk to a pretty tourist park in a district of the capital (Lima, Perú). We were preparing to purchase passes for a ‘panoramic bus’ to go around the city and see some of the most beautiful attractions, because it was her birthday. When we were paying for the tickets, we realized that at the side was a place where many people were together....
