Category: Animal News and Tips

According to Judy Muhe of Palmdale, Florida, she owes her life to her two golden retriever dogs, Higgins and Dodger. Here is what happened. Judy fell in her kitchen, bruising her head and shattering her shoulder. Judy is elderly, lives alone and also suffers from Parkinson’s disease. Over the next 48 hours, she drifted in and out of consciousness. As she lay on the floor unable to get up, her golden retrievers stayed right by her side. Not only was this comforting to Judy, the dogs kept her warm on her cold tile floor. Judy told ABC news that 10-year old Higgins cuddled up against her back and 4-year old… Read More Continue Reading

Up until now, farmers in Namibia have had a problem protecting their livestock from large jungle cats like the cheetah. This is why throughout history, the single biggest threat to the cheetah population have been ranchers, who trap and kill them to prevent their livestock from being killed. Cheetahs need large amounts of land to roam on. Because of this, cheetahs often stray out of protected areas and onto these farms. This becomes a big problem for Namibian ranchers. For a very long time, these ranchers felt they had no other option than killing this threat to their livelihood. Farmer Andries Pretorius explains, “There was no other way. We shot… Read More Continue Reading

It is becoming increasingly popular to seek out home remedies for common ailments for your pets. This is because many pet owners consider them to be safer than traditional medications are. In addition to this, they are easy to acquire as you don’t need a prescription from the vet. With this being said, using a home remedy isn’t necessarily going to be as effective as a prescription may be. However, as long as they are safe to try, why not give some home remedies a shot? Herbal Remedies Herbal remedies for pets can be found in specialized stores or from online retailers. These remedies usually consist of different herbal substances… Read More Continue Reading

Accidents can happen in life when you least expect them. That is why it is a good idea to know some basic first aid information to help your dog in case he gets in trouble. Being prepared for the unexpected is key. Keep a list of important dog first aid phone numbers on hand in case of an emergency. This list should include your veterinarian, your local emergency clinic and the ASPCA animal poison control center. Remember, dog first aid is not meant to be a substitute for veterinary care. It is simply a means of helping your dog until professional assistance is available. It is a good idea to… Read More Continue Reading

Food Is Your Friend Wait until your dog is hungry. You can put a pill or liquid medication in their food or water, unless the instructions on the medication indicate otherwise. Use a food that is soft and will form easily around the pill, disguising it. It usually isn’t a good idea to just mix the pill in with his regular food. This will cause you to waste his food and the pill at the same time. Some great examples include peanut butter, cream cheese, or a hot dog cube. Whichever one you choose, gather 3 samples of it. Begin by giving your dog some of the food that doesn’t… Read More Continue Reading

We all know that it is hard to be a rescue dog, without a home or family. Turns out it is even harder to be a black rescue dog, and the odds of adoption get worse the darker the coat color.  Even though black-coated animals are just as friendly as their light-coated cohorts, they are more likely to be overlooked at the shelter by potential adoptive families and take longer to be adopted then the light-colored dogs. According to the director of Petfinder, large black dogs are often the very last animals to be adopted, solely because of their coat color. As a result, black dogs are euthanized at a higher… Read More Continue Reading

Doesn’t it make us all warm and fuzzy, thinking about having a happy little puppy or kitten to brighten the scene on Christmas morning? Giving pets as gifts comes with the sweetest and best of intentions. Parents love the idea of making their kids smile, and giving them a gift that keeps on giving.  A romantic interest may be excited about surprising the one they love with something really special. However, giving pets as gifts is not something that should be taken lightly. Considerations The ASPCA recommends only giving pets as gifts when the receiver has clearly expressed an interest in having one, and has the ability to care for… Read More Continue Reading

No matter how much you love your dog or cat, their breath can be rather off-putting at times. If your pet has bad breath, this may mean that more than just a good brushing is required. Bad breath is also a sign that your pet may have gum disease. This can affect more than you may realize. Other than the possibility that they can lose their teeth, having gum disease can even cause their organs to become damaged. According to Vetstreet, a majority of adult pets are suffering from some degree of periodontal disease. In order to keep your pet optimally healthy, there are several steps you need to take… Read More Continue Reading

Cats are precious creatures that add value to the lives of the people who are lucky enough to have them. This article is dedicated to our feline friends. Let’s take a few minutes and talk about their common behaviors that make them such unique animals. Vocalization Meowing Meow! That can mean many things in kitty talk. It is simply a cat’s own means of communicating with you. It is interesting to note that cats don’t meow to talk to each other, just to talk to humans. If your cat is meowing, here are some things she might be trying to tell you. Hello! It may be as simple as that.… Read More Continue Reading

This Thanksgiving, countless families will enjoy diving into a holiday classic, pumpkin pie. While delicious to eat, pumpkin also offers significant nutritional value. Did you know that pumpkin offers several health benefits when fed to pets? Now granted, I’m not talking about them eating pumpkin baked into a pie, nor am I talking about your dog eating what is left of your rotting carved Halloween pumpkin. What we are talking about here is cooked, fresh or pre-prepared pumpkin. Pumpkin is one example of a human food that can be safely and regularly added to your pet’s diet. Pumpkin Fiber In every one-cup serving, pumpkin contains about 3 grams of fiber.… Read More Continue Reading