Maverick, a 150-pound therapy dog, was announced as the winner of the American Humane Hero Dog Awards on Monday, November 06. The annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards, which is currently on its 13th year, is a nationwide competition that searches out and recognizes America’s Hero Dogs — “often ordinary dogs who do extraordinary things.” The Hero…
The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » If you’re planning to adopt a cat or kitten, you’ll most likely be offered the opportunity to have your pet microchipped when you take your new companion for their first veterinary visit. As a cat parent, you want the…
Dog wheelchairs, also known as canine carts, are specially designed devices that can help dogs with mobility issues to move around easier and more comfortably. These devices come in different sizes and types to accommodate dogs of various breeds and sizes. The decision to get your dog a wheelchair, is an investment in your dog’s continued…
A Great Pyrenees, found wandering the streets of Fort Bend County, Texas, just became the most loving surrogate mom and savior to six abandoned puppies in late October. Nova the Great Pyrenees was a stray found by a Good Samaritan. And her story is as beautiful as her heart is. On October 26, The Fort…
It’s natural to want to spoil your pets at Thanksgiving and other holiday feasts. But sharing your meal can have lead to unfortunate consequences! Read on to learn which traditional holiday foods are dangerous for pets. Avoid A Thanksgiving Emergency Picture the scene … the table set with dazzling finery for a delicious holiday…
Pet insurance companies provide pet owners peace of mind by enabling them to make decisions about their pet’s medical care based on what’s best for the animal—and not what they have in the bank. They reduce the emotional and financial toll that comes with unexpected medical costs, and can even make routine care more manageable….
The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Water is essential for cats and needed for basic survival and health. Most cats rely heavily on the moisture from their food for hydration, which is why wet diets are sometimes preferred. Cats generally have less interest in drinking…
What is Lumbosacral Disc Disease? Lumbosacral disc disease is degeneration compression of the associated nerves of the lumbosacral joint. In humans, the lumbosacral joint is where we feel low back pain. In dogs, the lumbosacral junction is one of the highest-motion joints of the spine. It is also the connection between the highly mobile lumbar…
An Animal Resource Center (ARC) shelter dog, who stayed at the shelter for seven years, finally gets adopted by a woman she has touching ties with. Animal Resource Center, a no-kill shelter in Pennsylvania, called Ella’s adoption, their seven-year resident, an “Extremely special adoption”. Before sharing Ella’s story on Facebook, ARC wrote, “you might want…
Last Updated on: November 15, 2023 by Crystal Uys Cat owners love to watch their kitties play with the toys they buy them. It’s fun to watch them bat at objects and try to figure out how to catch that stuffed mouse dangling from a string or see them try desperately to catch the red…