Momma, I’m So Scared! Vet Tech Shows How Huskies Usually Behave When They Come to the Clinic
How much do you know about Huskies? Well, from watching these dogs on TV and movies, you would be very impressed with their wolf-life looks, intelligence, courage, and resilient spirit. Photo: YouTube/DogCastTv According to Petplan, they are the perfect dog for people who have an active lifestyle. That’s because, as you may already know, this dog breed were trained by Siberia’s indigenous Chukchi people to be sleigh dogs. And up to now, Huskies are the popular choice for rural transportation, sled-dog racing, expeditions, and...
Adoptable Johnny is the Young Rescue Lab You’ve Been Waiting For
Here’ssssssssssssssssssss Johnny!!! Greetings, future furever family! I’m a two-year-old neutered black Lab that came to Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue in central Arizona from another small rescue. I respond to my fabulous name, Johnny, and will gladly come to you when called. In fact, I’m hoping you do — over and over again. Maybe we can play fetch some time, where I could chase tennis balls, and you would throw them. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Photo: Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue I’m crate...
Does Your Dog’s Diet Need A Spring Cleaning?
As we head into the warmer months, spring cleaning may be on your mind. Not only is this a great time to freshen up your living space, but it’s also the right time to freshen up your pet’s diet as well! If you’re considering making the switch to a clean dog food diet this spring, read on. How the change of season affects your dog’s diet Dogs may have been domesticated for tens of thousands of years, but the change of the season still instinctually impacts their diet. Believe it or not, outdoor temperatures and daylight...
Doggy Daycare May Be the Answer for Dogs with Separation Anxiety
So, your fur baby got used to you being around all day and is missing you now that you’re only working remotely part of the week or you’re back to the office/job site full time. That’s understandable. In fact, dogs that live in households with children can become depressed and even restive when summer break is over once the kids head back to school. This can lead to destructive behavior or incessant whining/howling that can drive your neighbors — or anyone within earshot — batty. It’s known as separation...
Pawsitively Thriving: Strategies for Work-Life Balance in Animal Welfare
[embedded content] Work-life balance is never easy for people who work in animal sheltering, and increased lengths of stay and high staff turnover have only made the job more challenging. As you support the people and pets in your community, caring for yourself and your teams can feel like a secondary goal. Listen to this webinar recording featuring Lindsay Hamrick, Director of Shelter Outreach & Engagement with the Humane Society of the United States, to learn why work-life balance can be difficult in animal welfare and practical tips...
Scientists Find Genetic Difference In Dogs Living Near Chernobyl Compared To Other Dogs
It’s hard to believe it’s been over 35 years since the Chernobyl disaster took place. That disaster cost the lives of thousands of people due to radiation exposure, but it also had other effects. People were evacuated from where they lived near Chernobyl after the disaster occurred. Much of the wildlife in the evacuation zone was also affected severely. Photo: Wikimedia Commons License: CC BY-SA 4.0 Interestingly, some dogs managed to survive the disaster and still live in the area of Chernobyl. Of course, any dogs that were pets...
Is My Dog Happy?
Everyone wants a happy, content furry family member. Happy dogs. Happy times together. How do we know if our dog is happy, and what is happiness for them? Veterinarian behaviorist and researcher, Dr. Niwako Ogata, at Purdue University, defines happiness as overall “wellbeing.” Three major components of wellbeing — emotional, cognitive and physical wellness — must be considered, she says, to answer, ‘Is my dog happy?’ Signs that a dog is happy Emotional and cognitive components often do a better...
4 Key Tips for Better Dog Hygiene
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Not Sure When Your Rescue Pet’s Birthday Is? Celebrate their Adoption Day!
If your best bud is a rescue pet, you likely don’t know when their birthday is. For a lot of folks, this wouldn’t matter, but for some, they’d actually like to know so that they can celebrate the passage of each year with a certain amount of fanfare. If this sounds like you, here’s an idea you might be able to get on board with. Celebrating Adoption Day The day you adopted your pet and made them a part of your family is one that can be observed in place of their real birthday. The cool thing is, no matter how they came...
Senior Chihuahua Tucks Himself Into Shelter Bed Every Night Like His Former Owner Used To
Being a senior dog in an animal shelter is tough. They’re often overlooked and chosen last, and they might be forced to live out their golden years in the shelter or a foster home if they’re lucky. Many senior dogs are surrendered to shelters in rough conditions due to years of negligence or abuse, and for those dogs, the shelter might mean a bit of relief from their suffering. Photo: Pexels/Luis Quintero However, some senior dogs end up in the shelter after spending years with a great family. Maybe the family had to move or...
Gentle Rottweiler Plays Tug Of War With Feisty Magpie Bird
Rottweilers are often stereotyped as being aggressive and brutal dogs that should be kept away from small children or other animals. However, those who are familiar with the breed know that they can really be giant teddy bears deep down. According to the American Kennel Club, a rottweiler is known as “a gentle playmate and protector within the family circle.” Photo: TikTok/@windsorau One rottweiler who fits that description perfectly is Jack. TikTok user @windsorau regularly shares videos of Jack and his unusual BFF on TikTok....
Kitten Rescued in North Hollywood Gets Movie Star Name
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! Early September 2014, I was heading home from a meeting with colleagues in North Hollywood. I was offered a ride, but on that night, I just felt like walking. I was passing some funky apartments on Cahuenga when I heard the unmistakable sound of a kitten crying out. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / TAMSIN BAKER I went toward the sound and found a tiny kitten, under a fence in the driveway of one of...
Lion Kings No More: The Web Mourns Brothers Taken Out by Younger Rivals
Sad news out of Africa after it was reported that two lion brothers who ruled the Serengeti National Park were reportedly “assassinated” by younger lions in a coup attempt that apparently succeeded. Photo: Pixabay/Alexas_Fotos The two males were reportedly 12 years old at the time of their deaths. One of them was famously known as Bob Jr., in honor of Reggae singer Bob Marley. According to Fredy Shirima, a Serengeti conservation officer, the rivals who killed Bob Jr. wanted to overthrow him. Photo: Pixabay/herbert2512...
Cat Steals The Show During Orchestra Performance In Istanbul
Cats have a mind of their own. They tend to do what they want, whenever they please. It’s part of why we love them so much. An audience in Istanbul, Turkey recently got to witness that firsthand when a curious feline stole the show during an orchestra performance. Photo: YouTube/The Black Cat The CRR symphony orchestra was performing at Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall when the feline hopped on the stage and started strutting around. The cat had a mind of his own, but no one seemed to mind too much. As you can see in the video below,...
Sweet 3-Month-Old Kitten, Reggie, is a Paws-On Type of Guy Who’s Ready for Adoption
Are you thinking about adding a furry family member to your unit? This handsome boy is named Reggie, and he’s 3 months old. He was found as part of a litter discovered behind a hair salon in southern Arizona. He’s both spunky and sweet. He loves toys of many kinds, likes to give kisses, and will climb his person for cuddles. Photo: SACatRescue When it comes to playtime, Reggie’s a very “paws on” type of guy who would do well with a kitten or cat friend to play with and help him continue to learn his manners....
New Arkansas Shelter Takes “Free-Range Approach” to Animal Housing
What’s being hailed as a first-of-its-kind animal shelter just opened its doors in Bentonville, Arkansas. On March 11, the new Best Friends Pet Resource Center welcomed community members with a soft spot for animals inside to check out their new “free-range” facility where pets can roam about with one another and interact freely. Photo: tbmerritt via Best Friends Animal Society A far cry from traditional animal shelters filled with noisy kennels and cramped cat enclosures, all of the pets available for adoption through the...
Sweet Golden Retriever Walks Girl To The Bus Every Day For School
They say dogs are man’s best friend and we’re constantly seeing examples of why that’s true. Samewise the golden retriever is one shining example of that thanks to his beautiful friendship with an 8-year-old girl named Evey. As Evey and Sam’s mom, Jen Hullet, shared with The Dodo, the sweet dog has been BFFs with little Evey since they welcomed him into their home back in 2020. He was just a puppy at the time, and the then 5-year-old Evey quickly formed a sweet bond with him. In fact, Evey and Sam have become so close...
6 Fast Tips to Clean Up Dog Hair
If you have a dog, you’ll have dog hair — everywhere! Dogs shed year-round with certain seasons being worse than others. Here are some fast and easy cleanup tips to win the hair war around the home, in your car and, of course, on you. 1. Run a brush, comb or grooming wipe over your dog regularly. This takes just a few minutes and the best place to start controlling the dog hair situation is on the canine culprit. “A dog’s fur varies in length, texture, thickness and hair-growth patterns,” explains certified...
200 Dogs Rescued From Dog Meat Farm In South Korea
The Humane Society International has just rescued 200 dogs from a dog meat farm in South Korea. It was a month-long process that started early February. HSI/Korea dog meat campaign manager, Sangkyung Lee, and a rescue team arrived to find malnourished and pregnant dogs as well as puppies in small cages with no protection from the bitter cold temperatures. They convinced the farmer to sign a binding contract, part of their Models for Change program, to permanently close and transition to a more humane livelihood growing cabbage. Photo: Jean...
Senior Dog Abandoned By His Family Is One Of The Lucky Dogs Catching A Flight To Freedom
Louisiana animal shelters are overcrowded with adoptable dogs, and most are large dogs. They are struggling to find adopters as more dogs arrive every day. Sadly, some are at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space. Every dog deserves a second chance at a forever home so that is why every month – with your support – we fly shelter dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters to states with shelters that have open kennels and adopters waiting to meet them. This month’s Flight to Freedom will give 50 lucky dogs in Louisiana a new...
