She recently became certified as a therapy dog and now visits assisted-living facilities, veterans centers and special-needs students at elementary schools, according to the outlet. Continue reading “Quadruple amputee dog rescued from meat trade is now a therapy dog”
Category: October 2017
Contact with dogs could protect kids against eczema and asthma
According to one study, a mother’s exposure to dogs before the birth of a child was significantly associated with lower risk of eczema by age two. Continue reading “Contact with dogs could protect kids against eczema and asthma”
Dog and puppy Halloween costume contest raises money for Lucky Paws Dog Rescue
The event, which raised money for Lucky Paws Dog Rescue, took place at the Core-Ritchie Community Centre in Regina on Saturday. Continue reading “Dog and puppy Halloween costume contest raises money for Lucky Paws Dog Rescue”
3-month-old Labrador puppy revived after ingesting opioid during walk
Zoey, a 3-month-old Labrador, fell ill last week after chewing on a cigarette box she found last week on the ground during her morning walk. Continue reading “3-month-old Labrador puppy revived after ingesting opioid during walk”
US Navy rescues two women and their dogs lost at sea for five months
They survived shark attacks, the loss of their engine and then their main mast during a five-month ordeal lost at sea. Continue reading “US Navy rescues two women and their dogs lost at sea for five months “
Dogs pay attention to your looks
This should be good news for any dog lover who fears that Fido only cares because he’s being fed, said Brian Hare, a professor and director of the canine cognition center at Duke University. Continue reading “Dogs pay attention to your looks”
Shelter dog’s goofy grins charm thousands around the world
Meet Cheech, a rescue dog in Waller, Texas, at the City of Waller Animal Shelter and Rescue. If you couldn’t tell by his face, this little cutie is pleased to meet you. Continue reading “Shelter dog’s goofy grins charm thousands around the world”
Stolen dog returned to Texas after 3-year, 1,700-mile journey
After arranging for the dog to go into foster care, Ladybird started bouncing back and was finally able to make the trip back home to the Lone Star state. Continue reading “Stolen dog returned to Texas after 3-year, 1,700-mile journey”
Kentucky bill allows people to save pets from hot cars without paying for damage
“People shouldn’t leave a dog in a hot car, just as they shouldn’t leave a child in a hot car, so I would be all for that,” Torres said. Continue reading “Kentucky bill allows people to save pets from hot cars without paying for damage”
Viral story of Lulu the CIA dog could inspire anyone who wants to change careers
Allowed to retire, Lulu was adopted by her handler and is now living a lifestyle that is more aligned with her passions. Continue reading “Viral story of Lulu the CIA dog could inspire anyone who wants to change careers”