Stray Dog With Jar Stuck On Her Head Finally Learns What It’s Like To Feel Loved
Anyone who has a dog in their life realizes they can get into some strange predicaments. The same is also true for stray dogs, but there is a difference. Once a stray finds themselves in a sticky situation, they don’t have the help available at all times. Sometimes, they just need to live with the situation until something changes. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo This was recently seen in Guam when a stray dog wandered around with a jar stuck on her head. This wasn’t something that came and went quickly. According to The Dodo, Winnie the...
Sad Pit Bull Watches From Shelter As One Dog After Another Gets Adopted
Life is not always easy for pit bulls living in an animal shelter. Because of the reputation of pit bulls, they are sometimes overlooked while other dogs find their forever homes. That was the case with a pit bull/terrier mix named Chauncey. She watched as one dog after another found a new home, but nobody gave her a chance. Photo: Facebook/Spartanburg Humane Society Fortunately, Kaki Taylor was watching the situation and she wanted to do something about it. When volunteering at the Spartanburg Humane Society in South Carolina, she took a...
Puppy Protects Woman After She Seizes And Stops Breathing
It has been said that some people will have at least one seizure in their lifetime. Not all of them are epileptic seizures, but they can still be dangerous, nonetheless. The woman in this story had such a seizure and she stopped breathing. After going “blue in the face,” Leeanne Reed was in bad shape. Fortunately, she had someone there to help. Photo: TikTok/@moosethefoxred According to the Milton Keynes Citizen, that someone was Moose, her nine-month-old puppy. He is a training assistance dog and a fox red labrador, so he is...
Reddit Asks, “What’s The Dumbest Thing Your Pet Has Been Afraid Of?”
Having some kind of fear isn’t something you should be ashamed of. It’s natural, really. In fact, a person can only be truly fearless if they have a damaged amygdala. To quote the book, Almond by Sohn Won-pyung, “Everybody has two almonds inside their head, stuck firmly on somewhere between the back of your ears and the back of your skull, In fact, they’re called “amygdalae,” derived from the Latin word for almond because their size and shape are exactly like one. When you get stimulated by something...
Guide to Dog Food Puzzles: How to Choose and Use One
Food puzzles enrich your dog’s life and can be used as feeding bowls. They slow down mealtime for a dog who scarfs his food and double as a thinking toy. Aside from choosing the correct puzzle level, which ranges in difficulty from levels 1 to 4, teaching your dog to use a food puzzle enriches both you and your dog! How to choose the best dog food puzzle Consider what your dog enjoys doing: Rolling a ball, pawing at something or just sniffing. Choose your food puzzle based on your dog’s interests. Interactive puzzles for dogs have...
5 Ways to Support Your Dog’s Skin and Coat Health
Many dog parents take great delight in their dogs’ shiny, glossy coats. After all, your dog’s skin and fur are visible markers of their health. Thankfully, it’s easier than you might think to maintain skin and coat health for dogs. Continue reading for advice about natural products, bathing, grooming, and more! 1. Bathe Your Dog Regularly Using Hypoallergenic/Natural Products This will eliminate allergens that cause skin irritation, dirt, debris, and smells from their coat and skin. How often should you bathe your dog? It...
How to Up Your Treat Game with Wild Fish Jerky Dog Treats
Wild fish jerky dog treats, straight from the wild waters of Alaska, may just be the mostly wildly delicious dog treat yet. It is a truth universally acknowledged to treat lovers that jerky is the top dog of treats. Just the word itself has the power to make the mouth water. And us humans are not alone in finding jerky quite irresistible. If you’ve ever eaten this dried meat delicacy around your dog, you know that it has the power to incite the puppiest of puppy eyes, along with drool bubbles the size of dog bowls. Introducing...
Amazon Driver Asks Woman To Care For Tiny Kittens And Never Returns
Getting something from Amazon can be exciting, but sometimes, we don’t always get what we ask for. A product might not come like it’s described or we might get something entirely altogether. That recently happened to a woman named Elanor Malloy (@elledachill) who got a lot more than she bargained for when an Amazon delivery driver pulled up to her house. Photo: TikTok/@elledachill She shared on TikTok that after dropping the package off at her house, the driver said he noticed she has cats and asked if she’d be willing to...
Tripod Dogs
Apr 28, 2023 Dogs and cats come through our doors for various reasons, and many of them have something in common: they need life-saving medical attention. These pets may come to us from Austin Animal Center or from under-resourced shelters throughout Texas. Fortunately, APA!’s programs, such as our Medical Triage & Wellness Clinic, are able to provide the care needed to give these pets a chance at life. Our skilled medical team cares for hundreds of pets each year with injuries more extensive than many shelters can care for...
Woman Leaves Groomers With The Wrong Dog But They Refuse To Believe Her
If you own a dog, you probably realize how important it is to keep them regularly groomed. Regular grooming is important for a dog’s overall well-being, as it helps prevent skin problems from matting, infections, and other issues. Photo: Pexels/Tima Miroshnichenko While some dog owners take on the task of grooming at home with some dog clippers and nail trimmers, professional dog groomers can provide specialized services for various dogs, breeds, and sizes. Taking your dog to the groomer is nice because it’s hassle-free and we...
Sleepy Kitty Loves Napping On His Owner’s Piano – Even When It’s Being Played
Cats are all so unique, it’s fun to see their individual personalities shine through. They have different interests and habits, including one cat who’s obsessed with music! Meet Haburu, the sleepy, piano-loving cat. Photo: YouTube/Haburu The sweet feline loves when his owner, Minh, plays piano and he enjoys leisurely naps to the music. While a piano may not seem like the most comfortable place to snooze, Haburu wouldn’t have it any other way. Minh regularly shares videos and photos of Haburu on social media, and the two have...
Rescue Pittie Lovingly Dots Over Baby Brother And Never Leaves His Side
Pit bulls have a reputation for being aggressive and dangerous dogs, but that reputation is largely unfounded and unfair. Time and time again, pit bulls have been shown to be sweet and loving dogs and they were even known in the past as “nanny dogs” because of the way they protected and looked after young children. While the idea of using pitties as nanny dogs dwindled in the past, it seems there’s been a resurgence of the practice as people recognise that not all pit bulls are aggressive. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo One sweet...
Greece to Allow Pets at More Than 120 Archaeological Sites
This week it was announced by Greece’s Culture Ministry that leashed pets will soon be allowed to accompany their owners to more than 120 archaeological sites throughout the country. With the exception of certain sites like the famed Acropolis in Athens, this is a step forward for responsible pet owners who pick up after their pets and keep them under control. Photo: Pixabay/Russell_Yan The new policy change was unanimously approved by the country’s Central Archaeological Council, but the organization has not yet specified a date...
Sweet Golden Retriever Gives Baby Rides Around The House In A Cardboard Box
Babies and dogs can develop a beautiful friendship with each other. Dogs have a natural tendency to be protective and nurturing towards young ones, including babies. They are known for their loyalty and devotion to their owners, and this extends to the youngest members of the family as well. Babies, on the other hand, are naturally curious and playful, which makes them ideal playmates for dogs. As they spend more time together, babies and dogs can form a bond built on trust and mutual affection. Photo: Reddit/u/NonAggressive-Ask One adorable...
Male Sea Lions in California Pack on the Pounds & Get Stronger in Response to Climate Change
A recent study published in Current Biology noted that male sea lions that call California home are actually getting bigger, not smaller, as a result of climate change. They have shown an increase in average body size even with continued population growth, which leads to increased competition for food and resources. In the study, which was published on April 27, researchers found that the process of mating selection was a significant driving force for the males to strengthen their neck and jaw muscles used for fighting during breeding season...
Paralyzed Rescue Dog, Notorious, and Her Blind Buddy, Shady, Prove that Rescue Pets Are Worth It
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20230425_095054.mp4 Cheyeanne Murphy’s dogs may not have saved her life in a literal sense, but she believes they’ve saved her from going down a dark road and have made her life much more worth living. Around 10 years ago, Cheyeanne’s mother passed away. She was a young and seemingly healthy woman, but one day she learned she had cancer, and a few months later, she was gone. “When my mom got diagnosed, I was definitely on a different path in life,”...
GreaterGood’s Donations Help Blind Ukrainian Refugees and Those Displaced by Recent Bombings
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/VIDEO-2023-04-27-12-57-36.mp4 As the war in Ukraine continues, GreaterGood has continued to use your generous donations to fund deliveries of food and a variety of supplies for Ukrainians in need. PHOTO: GREATERGOOD/NINA YEVTUSHENKO The need there is just as pressing now as it was on day one. Buildings and infrastructure continue to be destroyed by Russian bombs, people continue to lose their homes and access to power and other resources, and the supply chain continues to back...
Pointer/Great Dane Mix Known as Cinnamon Wants to Spice Up Your Life
Meet sweet Cinnamon! This 4-year-old pointer great Dane mix is currently being fostered in Virginia, but she’s available for adoption. To be frank, there’s nothing more that she’d like than to find a forever home of her own where she’ll know security and continuity are always hers. This is Cinnamon’s story in her own words, according to Friends of Homeless Animals in Aldie. Photo: Friends of Homeless Animals Rescue Pets in Foster Care Everything is tastier with some cinnamon! This is your sign to sweeten your...
It’s Raining Cats and Kittens: How to Save More Feline Lives This Kitten Season
[embedded content] It’s raining cats and…kittens. Kitten season is upon us and feline lifesaving is front of mind. We’ve convened a panel of experts to share their best kitten season tips, tools, and tricks to help you save lives this year—and prevent a seasonal population boom in years to come. Our Q&A-style panel includes Peter Wolf, Senior Strategist for Shelter and Community Research at Best Friends Animal Society; Monica Tarant, Chief Innovation Officer: Feline Lifesaving at Cincinnati Animal CARE with the...
Sick Cat Found On Side Of The Road Unable To Move Needs Surgery To Walk Again
Good Samaritans noticed a cat on the side of the road and stopped to help. The little feline was unable to move and was clearly in poor health. Penelope, as she was later named, was rushed to St. Clair County Animal Control with frostbite on her ears and paws and a severe upper respiratory infection. The poor feline is estimated to be just over a year old and life has not been kind to her. She has been struggling to find enough food as she was extremely thin, but she is now in good hands. Photo: St. Clair County Animal Control The shelter is...
