Dog Drags Chair Over To Sit Closer To Owner
There is a reason that dogs have been called “man’s best friend” since as far back as any of us can remember. They have proved themselves to be loving, loyal companions who want to spend all their time with their favorite humans. But as much as our dogs love spending time with us, the feeling is definitely mutual. I remember growing up having a dog in the family. She was the most gentle animal ever – and she was definitely my best friend as a kid. I’m sure many dog owners feel that way towards their beloved dogs....
Girl Befriends Family Of Horses In Adorable Viral Video
I think I’ve talked enough about the awesomeness of cats for everyone to know that I’m a total cat lady. But there is another animal that I am very much fond of: The horse. I find horses to be incredibly beautiful and gentle animals despite their large sizes. They’re gentle giants for sure. The first time that I ever saw or rode a horse was when I was a little kid. I was four, and my mom and grandparents had taken me to a local petting zoo that also had a pony corral for the kids. I got to take a turn on the back of a brown...
Dog Rings The Doorbell To Tell His Family He’s Ready To Come Inside
Growing up, my family had a dog. She was the sweetest pooch ever. In her younger years, she divided her time 50/50 between staying outside in the yard and spending time inside with us. When she got older, she was indoors a majority of the time. As she got older and less energetic, whenever she had to go outside to use the facilities, we’d often have to stand in the doorway to wait for her to finish doing her business. Unfortunately, our door wasn’t capable of getting fitted with a doggie door so we just had to wait for her to be...
Dog Uses “Puppy Dog” Face To Beg His Owner For Food
Just because they’re cute and cuddly doesn’t mean they’re not capable of robbing us blind. I’m talking about dogs and their mastery of the art of begging. I swear, dogs are experts when it comes to getting us to give in and feed them. Of course, if this doesn’t work they’re not above using deception as a means of getting what they want. And we’ve all seen the videos of conniving canines stealing food from countertops and tables. But for the most part, if a dog has mastered the begging face, then...
Senior Dog Bullied By Kids Hides By A Fence Until Help Arrives
For a stray dog living in South Africa, life was hard. The neighborhood kids were cruel to the poor pup and bullied him because he was old. The helpless dog, later named Porkie, spent so many years living on the streets, things probably felt hopeless by the time help finally arrived. Sidewalk Specials found out about the dog being bullied by the kids and immediately went to help. Photo: Facebook/The Dodo They found poor little Porkie huddled under a tree, pressed against the fence. It was the only place the elderly dog felt safe – his...
Broken Dog In A Ditch Lays Helpless Until Kind Strangers Arrive
When a truck driver, Odell, spotted a brown, quivering dog in a ditch, he knew he needed to help – but he couldn’t afford the time to stop. Knowing he had to do something, the man called the Stray Rescue of St. Louis and told them about the dog he saw and asked if someone could drive out and check on it. Thankfully, he made the right call by asking for help and the rescuers were able to find the dog just where Odell had said. Photo: YouTube/Stray Rescue of St.Louis Official At first, they thought the sweet pup was just laying...
Abused Dogs Learns To Smile Again And Loves Playing In The Snow
When a dog in Alabama began to suffer abuse at the hands of his owner, a family member took him to a shelter. When the poor pup made it into the shelter, the signs of abuse were clear: He was suffering a broken jaw and was missing all of the teeth on one side of his mouth. Despite that, it was clear he just wanted to be loved. Thankfully, a rescue organization in Minnestoa stepped in and transported the dog, named Chance, to their rescue where he could undergo surgeries and finally find his loving forever home. After his surgeries though, he...
Avalanche Dogs Travel To Utah To Learn Lifesaving Skills
Winter brings a lot of fun outdoor activities, like skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and mountaineering. However, it also comes with a lot of risks. For those who enjoy spending time in the mountains over the winter, it’s important to be mindful of avalanches. No one wants to be caught in an avalanche, but when it does happen, it’s good to be prepared. For avalanche response teams, being prepared means having properly trained individuals ready to mitigate as much of the disaster as possible. One of the best ways to do this?...
Baby Deer Follows Cyclist Before Hopping Back To Mom
There’s something special about seeing wild animals in real life. When out in nature, a chance encounter with an animal can be surreal and something to remember. It’s even more special when that animal happens to be a baby! When spring is in full bloom, chances of running into a baby animal in the wild are higher, and some people may even go out hoping for an encounter. Of course, it’s important to give all wild animals space and not intentionally approach them, but they’re neat to admire from a distance. In Half Moon...
APA! Pilots New Program to Support Dog Fosters
Jan 26, 2022 We are now offering a variety of training classes to help you get your foster dog from here to outta here! Check out the descriptions below and be sure to sign up! You can find FAQs and more information here. We’ll see you in class! Basic Obedience: Basic Obedience Class is designed to help foster dogs learn the basic skills needed to improve their manners and enhance adoptability. This 6-week course consists of one-hour, in-person classes where fosters and their dogs can learn foundational skills such as sit, down, recall,...
New Study: We’re Making Bad Assumptions About Shelter Dogs’ Behavior and It’s Hurting Them
Listen to our interview with Janis Bradley about her new research challenging the assumption that dogs are given up for bad behavior, and what that means for shelters, adoptions, dogs, and families. Arin Greenwood: Hi, this is Arin Greenwood. I’m a writer with HASS. Here I had the pleasure of speaking with Janis Bradley of the National Canine Research Council about her important new paper taking a critical look at our assumptions about shelter dogs’ behavior, and how those assumptions harm dogs and families. The paper is...
Essential fatty acids for dogs and cats with arthritis
Which essential fatty acids (EFAs) do dogs and cats need as supplements, and how do they work to help alleviate the inflammation associated with arthritis? As our dogs and cats age, they are increasingly likely to develop osteoarthritis and other joint problems. There are many natural and holistic ways to help keep our animals mobile and free of discomfort, and certain essential fatty acids (EFAs) play a supporting role. Let’s look at how these EFAs can help ease your dog or cat’s arthritis and improve his joint health. Which...
What you need to know about natural prebiotics for cats
Submission Guidelines Thank you for your interest in writing for Animal Wellness. As the #1 natural health magazine for pets in North America, we take pride in providing our readers with the information they need to make wise health care choices for their animal companions. Our publication embraces the entire holistic spectrum, from physical health issues to the emotional and spiritual well being of our animals. We welcome unsolicited articles and story outlines as long as they focus on holistic healing, whether physical, emotional or...
Mental health benefits of adopting a pet while living alone
Submission Guidelines Thank you for your interest in writing for Animal Wellness. As the #1 natural health magazine for pets in North America, we take pride in providing our readers with the information they need to make wise health care choices for their animal companions. Our publication embraces the entire holistic spectrum, from physical health issues to the emotional and spiritual well being of our animals. We welcome unsolicited articles and story outlines as long as they focus on holistic healing, whether physical, emotional or...
Grooming Adventures at Home
If your dog is anything like mine, rolling in dirt is a daily adventure. My 2-year-old Terrier mix, Emmy, will go into the backyard with a perfectly clean coat and come back in with leaves and a worm stuck to her face. Keeping our dogs clean, comfortable and healthy is part of being a responsible dog owner — and necessary for sanitary purposes if your dog sleeps on the couch or in your bed. Basic daily care includes brushing the coat, which can help lessen matting and shedding, and brushing your dog’s teeth to prevent periodontal...
New Year’s resolutions for dogs and cats
Submission Guidelines Thank you for your interest in writing for Animal Wellness. As the #1 natural health magazine for pets in North America, we take pride in providing our readers with the information they need to make wise health care choices for their animal companions. Our publication embraces the entire holistic spectrum, from physical health issues to the emotional and spiritual well being of our animals. We welcome unsolicited articles and story outlines as long as they focus on holistic healing, whether physical, emotional or...
Turtles Are Rescued From Polluted Waters After They Ingested 10 Types Of Plastic
Numerous sea turtles who were stuffed up with plastic have been rescued and released back into the sea, thanks to rescuers from the Grupo Marino Foundation in Buenos Aires who cared for the turtles. The turtles were rescued from a fishing net in San Clemente Del Tuyu, Argentina, and were eventually found to have ten different types of plastic inside of them. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition Two green turtles and four loggerhead turtles were rehabilitated for over a month. Rescuers kept a close eye on them to make sure there was no more plastic...
Woman Rescues Cat She Believes is the Reincarnation of Her Beloved Old Pet
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! I had rescued my original Cheese (another story altogether) from the streets as a small and scrawny kitten. I had him for 22 years before I helped him cross the Rainbow Bridge. It was the hardest thing I ever did. CAT. PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / VISITR Fast forward 25 years. I now volunteer at our local shelter. I am the “Cat Lady,” tending all the fur babies in the room. One...
Join CARE for 4 webcasts during Black History Month
Join Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) for their second annual CARE Caucus during Black History Month, every Wednesday evening in February at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET. (Please note that one webcast will be held on Thursday, February 17 at 12:00 PM PT/ 3:00 PM ET.) Four free discussions will be had, all by Black speakers. African Americans only represent 2% of the veterinary field, and CARE wants to raise that number. In addition to a low number of Black veterinary students, there is also a large number that are at risk of...
Longterm Shelter Dog with ‘Aggression Issues’ Gets Adopted, Becomes Affectionate Pet
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! I went looking for another dog at my local humane society. Walking down the aisle, I was overwhelmed with the barking and wanted to take them all. I broke down in tears and walked out. As I was leaving, I saw a room off to the left. In a pen was this big beautiful black and white Husky mix, looking at me with liquid brown eyes and a purple tongue hanging out of her mouth. DOG. PHOTO:...
