A cat immediately accepted a tiny lone kitten, started raising her along with her trio and wouldn’t leave her side. Julia the kitten and Camille the cat@tiny.paws.fosters Last month, Allison Ilcken, a foster volunteer of AnimalLuvr’s Dream Rescue, welcomed a family of four (a cat mom and three kittens) into her care. The cat, Camille,
Australian Cattle Dogs, also known as Blue Heelers or Queensland Heelers, are intelligent and energetic dogs that are known for their herding abilities. They are popular pets in both rural and urban areas, but they require a lot of attention and exercise. Before bringing home a new Australian Cattle Dog, there are several things you
A retrospective study published in March in the scientific journal PLOS One found that Japanese kids who grew up with dogs or cats in the home were about half as likely to develop asthma as children who did not live with pets. The protective effects were similar for exposure to both dogs and cats, but
Dogs who undergo general anesthesia for a surgical, dental, or diagnostic procedure often receive a combination of drugs during their hospital stay, including sedatives, anxiolytics (anti-anxiety medications), and analgesics (pain medications). They also receive an injectable anesthetic agent to induce anesthesia and a gaseous anesthetic agent to maintain anesthesia once they are anesthetized. The injectable
Surrender Prevention Training Helps Keep More Cats and Kittens in Homes Community Cats Podcast is teaming up with renowned cat behaviorist Dr. Rachel Gellar to present a new certification workshop, designed to keep more cats and families together. The Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop will be held on Wednesday, May 17 from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
A dog noticed kittens in the house and decided to “mother” them the way she knew how. Kona and her foster kittens@shibuyarollcall Five kittens from two separate litters arrived at their foster home for a chance at a better life. Fred and Barney were found outside with their mom who had stopped caring for them.
This category of dog foods is an outgrowth of the “raw diets for dogs” revolution that was sparked in 1993 with the publication of Give Your Dog A Bone, written by Australian veterinarian, Dr. Ian Billinghurst. In that and several follow-up books, Dr. Billinghurst made a case for the benefits of feeding dogs a diet
Last Updated on: May 10, 2023 by Crystal Uys Cats can engage in activities that leave us feeling puzzled. While we may think that using water bowls is the easiest way for cats to drink water, cats may think otherwise. There are several reasons why your cat may prefer to drink from the tap rather
Does your Lab have chronic kidney disease? You’re not alone. Members of our I Love My Lab Facebook community recently shared their insights on the following question: What food would you recommend for a Lab with kidney disease? We received hundreds of helpful replies and below have compiled some of the best responses. Always remember
A kitten who was left behind on a stoop after birth, fought her way back. Now, she has cats to dote on her all day. Chihiro the kittenLittle Wanderers NYC A stray cat came to a house in Queens, NY and started having kittens on the stoop. After the first two were born, it started
Disclaimer: If you purchase items through links on our site we may earn a commission. Some of the most important gear we need need for our dogs is the stuff we use to take them out in the world with us: collars, harnesses, leashes, and other critical training gear. Whether our walks together are just
Award-winning pet-care provider, Petpals, recently expanded to Milton Keynes, welcoming a brand-new pet-care business to support the growing demand for pet services in the area. Local pet enthusiasts Nilay and Priyanka Sanghrajka are the latest to enter the rapidly growing pet-care industry and offer top-notch pet services to the Milton Keynes community. After their search
Ginger the cockatiel’s “Kookee Kookee” song has become a viral sensation.PHOTO: INSTAGRAM/@AIRPLAWAN It’s no secret that we share a profound love of the vocal abilities of exotic birds. And one of the most fun of them all is when they sing. Each bird has their quirky musical preferences and often sings them out with gusto.
A cat who was left at a farm, began to bloom with a warm home. He turned into the sweetest little guy. Kocco the cat@comrescuemontreal A long-haired black and white cat was found abandoned at a farm. He joined a clowder of cats that the family of the farm had rescued over the years. The
Jordan saw Chili’s post online right after her dog passed away. She felt an instant connection, but because she was in mourning, she was unsure if she could handle another dog. But Chili’s story pulled at Jordan’s heartstrings, so she felt she had to give him a chance! YouTube Chili, an adorable stubby-legged puppy, was
Last Updated on: May 8, 2023 by Crystal Uys If your cat has ever snuck outside when it shouldn’t have or not come home after you let it out for its daily exploration, you know that feeling of dread and worry well. There’s nothing worse than not knowing where your beloved pet has gone. If
A dry, hacking cough that sounds like your dog is gagging – almost as if something is stuck in his throat – followed by the appearance of foamy white mucus (known as phlegm) from his mouth are signs of tracheal irritation. The trachea (or windpipe) is the tube that connects your dog’s throat to his
A cat eagerly wanted to be with a new kitten who had been scooped up from a car lot. They are the cutest thing. Parker the kitten and Phoebe the calicoErica Whitsell About a month ago, Erica Whitsell, a veterinary technician and a kitten rescue advocate, was notified about an orphan kitten desperately needing help.
Lexi the Samoyed usually enjoys starting her day with a walk, but there’s one obstacle. Sometimes Dad sleeps in later than she does. Although we’ve seen other videos of “dog alarm clocks”, Lexi has the most tender way of trying to grab her Dad’s attention, and it looks quite cute. Image (Screenshot) / Video Story
Applications are invited for the 2023 Michael J. Day Scholarship launched by the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) in memory of Emeritus Professor Michael J. Day. Open to veterinary students around the world, the Scholarship provides financial assistance for research into an aspect of small companion animal infectious disease, clinical vaccinology or immunology. The selected Scholar
A cat who was picked up as a stray, immediately wants attention from people and even starts helping other cats. Arlo the cat@bestfriendsfelines When Best Friends Felines was notified about a cat needing urgent rescue, they sprang into action. The cat with heterochromia (different colored eyes) had been found as a stray and brought to
The loyalty of dogs to their human loved ones is seen in the numerous stories of dog parents. Ask them and they will share stories of how their pup kept bouncing back up after anything life threw at it, whether or not it was understood by its owner or handler. Every single day, deep down
Involving your feline friends in celebrations like these can be tricky, especially as they have certain dietary needs and limitations to consider. However, with a little know-how, it can be really easy and fun to put together a special, cat-friendly afternoon tea: Bake some treats Getting busy in the kitchen and baking some treats for
Petting your dog and feeling lots of new lumps or looking at your dog and seeing lots of bumps can be concerning, to say the least. It’s even more scary if the lumps under the dog’s skin seem to move. If you find a lump on your dog, the first two things to consider are
Photo by Ray Hennessy on Unsplash Let’s take a moment to reflect on birds today. (Why, specifically, today? More on that in a bit!) Birds are everywhere. Their chirps and flutters are part of the fabric of our environment, so much so that it’s sometimes easy to take them for granted. Some people find birds
A family gave a cat some food. She decided to have kittens outside their house. It ended up saving her life. Miracle the catCatsnip Etc A few residents noticed a stray cat wandering outside their home. They started feeding her and made a bed out of blankets for her. The cat was pregnant and very
Last Updated on: May 3, 2023 by Crystal Uys If I were to open my Instagram account and mindlessly scroll through the media buffet, I would undoubtedly see pictures and videos of chonky cats. What do I mean by chonk? I mean pudgy, cuddly, fat cats. Photos as far as the eye can see of
Most dogs immediately take to using a lick mat—no training required, just sticky food. Credit: Nancy Kerns Disclaimer: If you purchase items through links on our site we may earn a commission. Lick mats are a simple, inexpensive piece of flexible rubber with ridges and grooves that encourage your dog to eat more slowly. He
When a dog is adopted, it is supposed to be in existence for the rest of its life. Sometimes understandable circumstances occur, and a dog must be rehomed. Dogs can be relocated to family members and friends in an ethical manner. As animal lovers, we hope that a dog owner understands that giving up a
Webinar: Avian Vet Insider—Free Feeding or Meals — What is Best for Parrots? Date: Friday, June 23, 2023 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
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