Dog-walking is a great way to get the whole family moving, as a dog can be walked by children and parents.Increased walking has health, social and mental benefits. Continue reading “Are You Walking Your Dog Enough?”
Category: August 2018
Animal rescue expert shares emergency preparedness tips for pet owners
An emergency kit is important to have during wildfire season, but most pet owners don’t have a plan for their cats and dogs, according to an animal rescue expert. Continue reading “Animal rescue expert shares emergency preparedness tips for pet owners”
Sweet service dog receives her very own cap for owner’s graduation
The 2-year-old Dalmatian was gifted the matching hat from her owner, Casey Bruno, who recently received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida. Continue reading “Sweet service dog receives her very own cap for owner’s graduation”
Dog lover drives a cross-country rescue mission
Every year, about 3.3 million dogs and a similar number of cats enter U.S. animal shelters; about half get adopted, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Continue reading “Dog lover drives a cross-country rescue mission”
The world’s first French bulldog cafe is coming to the UK
A French Bulldog café is launching in London and is looks PERFECT for dog lovers. The pop-up Frenchie café is taking place on Sunday September 9 and tickets are predicted to sell faster than a dog chasing a ball. Continue reading “The world’s first French bulldog cafe is coming to the UK”
Elementary school hires four-legged staff member
Milano, a two-year-old golden retriever/Labrador mix, is a certified facility dog through Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities (ECAD). Milano will start his days by greeting students as they arrive at school. Continue reading “Elementary school hires four-legged staff member”
Texas woman throws quinceanera for her dog
Lupita the chihuahua was the honoree of her very own quinceanera, a tradition rooted in Latin American culture that usually celebrates a human girl’s 15th birthday. Continue reading “Texas woman throws quinceanera for her dog”
Questions Rise About Shortcomings Of DNA Tests For Dogs
DNA testing of dogs is a booming business. But some experts warn in Nature that the pet genetics industry is running too wild, and they’re calling for it to be reined in. Continue reading “Questions Rise About Shortcomings Of DNA Tests For Dogs”
Swiss police say dogs should wear shoes in heatwave
” Hot Dog campaign ” is educating dog owners on how they can protect their four-legged friends in the hot weather, given that the overheated pavements can be painful on their feet. Continue reading “Swiss police say dogs should wear shoes in heatwave”
Pit bull lovingly carries blind senior chihuahua on his back during walks
A rescued senior chihuahua is unable to go on long walks, so his foster brother carries him on his back. Continue reading “Pit bull lovingly carries blind senior chihuahua on his back during walks”