iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The best cat water fountains will tempt your feline to drink more water. And as a devoted cat parent, you understand the importance of providing your kitty with fresh and clean water
Month: October 2024
October 22, 2024 By Dr. Jim Sanderson, Director of Small Wild Cat Conservation Foundation Imagine yourself in the year 1870 somewhere in Michigan. You read in a local newspaper that five years ago, an Italian museum collector discovered a new rare cat in the high Andes of Bolivia. The collector claimed the total population was
Shutterstock Dogs have a remarkable ability to brighten our lives in so many ways. From their playful energy to their comforting presence, they quickly become cherished members of the family. More than just pets, dogs provide us with unconditional love, protection, and companionship, always ready to lift our spirits when we’re feeling down. Whether they’re
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead It’s not unusual to browse social media and see someone preparing an at-home meal for their beloved pets. For me, the fascination with these posts isn’t the meal in question, but rather how
Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! The easiest way to enter is by sending them in via info@katzenworld.co.uk. Or just leave a comment with a link to the post / photo you’d like us to use on this blog post. “Cinnamon finding the warm spot in the corner.” Sent in by
Shutterstock Dogs have many fascinating features, but one of their most intriguing and often overlooked traits is their whiskers. These specialized hairs, vibrissae, are far more than just facial decorations. Whiskers are found not only on their muzzles but also above their eyes, chins, and sometimes on their cheeks. Whiskers are vital to a dog’s
A stray cat approached a kind stranger and soon filled a home with her look-alike “void” kittens. BeTheirVoiceAnimalRescue When a volunteer from Be Their Voice Animal Rescue (BTV) went to pick up a cat, another friendly stray came around the corner and walked right up to her. “She could tell that the cat was pregnant
Our deepest sympathies go out to everyone affected by the destructive Hurricane Milton. We are especially thankful for the first responders and rescuers who have been working tirelessly in its aftermath. Emergency workers have been devoted to saving animals displaced by the storm. In one particularly touching incident, a firefighter in Florida rescued a dog
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Let’s face facts: We would get dreadfully bored—and quite frankly, depressed—if we were forced to live the same day over and over again. The same can apply to our cats. Even though they
A kitten was left in a stairwell, but his face lit up as soon as he was in a home, especially at the sight of other cats. JardaniAlyssa It was a rainy day when Alyssa, a volunteer at Puppy Kitty NY City, received a photo of a young cat in desperate need of help. A
Owner urges gardeners to cap their bamboo canes A cat owner from London is urging gardeners to make sure plant support canes are safely stored or capped as they clear gardens this autumn, after his cat nearly died when a bamboo cane pierced his chest. It remains a mystery as to how three-year-old Shadow, from
Webinar: Hurricane Helene – Before, During & After With Pet Birds to Protect Date: Friday, November 15, 2024 Time: 12:00 pm PST (double-check your local time with this time zone converter) Join us for a FREE, live, interactive webinar hosted by Laura Doering, former editor of Bird Talk magazine and Birds USA magazine. Our special
The charm of a puppy is truly unmatched! While they require plenty of time, effort, and patience, the unconditional loyalty and affection they provide make it all worthwhile. A puppy’s first night in a new home can be overwhelming, both for the pup and the new owners. Entering an unfamiliar environment can feel intimidating for
A kind person took in a kitten. Though tiniest of all, he had the heart of a lion and a will that never quit. Crescendo (aka Chris)CommunityCatClub Late last month, Sara Sharp, founder of Community Cat Club, was contacted about a little kitten named Crescendo (aka Chris) needing critical care. Chris came from a hoarding
Webinar: Translating Parrot: Behavior Misconceptions – Do I Have a Problem Parrot? Part 2 Date: Friday, November 8, 2024 Time: 12:00 pm PST (double-check your local time with this time zone converter) Join us for a FREE, live, interactive webinar hosted by Laura Doering, former editor of Bird Talk magazine and Birds USA magazine. Our
Earlier this month, volunteers from Mini Cat Town took on the care of a tiny orphaned kitten. The little one was found alone, with no mother in sight, and was taken to a nearby shelter. The shelter reached out to the rescue group, and volunteer Toby stepped in to care for the kitten, who was
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and meet my five hilarious cats: Clutch, Cyril, Alex, Zelda, and Zazzles. This is Zazzles. Zazzles is our most timid, quiet, and shy cat, and
One day, Libby and Zach returned to their home and found an unexpected surprise waiting for them. Living on a sprawling 200-acre property in Arkansas without any neighbors nearby, they never imagined they’d have an uninvited guest. As they approached their porch, Zach noticed something unusual. “I could see there was something on the porch.
Don’t let the cuteness fool you. The Hooded Pitohui’s skin and feathers have batrachotoxins, which can inflict numbness and cause burning sensations if they come into contact with skin wounds or if ingested. Benjamin Freeman, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Let’s have a Spooktacular October by uncovering some of the world’s spookiest birds. First
iCatCare launches new behaviour course to help those working with cats improve feline wellbeing Individuals who care for cats as part of their work, including veterinary professionals and those working in homing centres, boarding catteries or as cat groomers, are well placed to offer advice to optimise their wellbeing. With over 70% of owners reporting that
A family thought they would adopt a cat and one of her kittens but walked out with the sweetest outcome possible. ExploitsValleySPCA When a striped feline crew arrived at Exploits Valley SPCA, they were full of love and hope, ready to wriggle their way into someone’s heart. “A beautiful tabby mom came to our shelter
Webinar: Species Spotlight: California Condor Care in the Wake of Avian Flu Date: Friday, November 1, 2024 Time: 12:00 pm PDT (double-check your local time with this time zone converter) Join us for a FREE, live, interactive webinar hosted by Laura Doering, former editor of Bird Talk magazine and Birds USA magazine. Our special guest,
iHeartCats is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The 11 Best Cat Litter Boxes To Appease Even The Pickiest of Paws The subject of cat litter boxes can be a stinky one, but the cat lovers of iHeartCats are here
On October 5, WCN held our fall Wildlife Conservation Expo, an annual October gathering of conservationists from around the world and our incredible community of supporters who help them make a lasting difference for endangered wildlife. We always look forward to these reunions, not just to hear about the latest updates from the field, but
Shutterstock When we think of dogs, we typically imagine loyal companions who love playing fetch, going on walks, and being at their owners’ sides. However, some dogs seem to challenge that notion, displaying behaviors that are more typical of cats. From curling up in the smallest spaces to demonstrating a surprising level of independence, certain
Hi Catsters! I’m Crystal. I work in the marketing department for Catster. You may have seen some of my posts on our social media and listened to some of my tales on our YouTube channel. Growing up, we always had dogs. I considered myself to be a dog person! That was until I moved in
A stray cat picked the right home for a meal. Later, they discovered she had many kittens to feed. OrianaBestFriendsFelines A cream tabby had been living on the streets for a long time, “diving into the drain to avoid neighborhood kids chasing her.” One night, a stroke of luck led her to the doorstep of
Dr. Pepperberg had the opportunity to collaborate with her Austrian colleagues, who have a large aviary of Goffin’s cockatoos (Cacatua goffiniana), to test each bird on a series of tasks that varied in postural, spatial, and cognitive demands. Lateralization has to do with using one side of the body (and/or brain) preferentially to do various
As the sinking sun pulled shadows over Kenya’s vast Tsavo landscape, Joseph Kyalo Kimaile watched four painted dogs drinking from a drying water hole. Last year, this pack had 18 individuals, and now only four remained. He didn’t know what happened to the others, so as Tsavo Trust’s Chief Conservation Officer, he was determined to
Fireworks can be super scary for our pets. According to the 2022 PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report, 41% of dogs and 30% of cats are scared of fireworks – that’s 4.1 million dogs and 3.3 million cats across the UK. “Fireworks can be very scary and stressful for our pets,” explains PDSA Vet Nurse Nina