A study on dog behavior has revealed that some dogs are inherently more optimistic than others, just like people. Dr. Melissa J. Starling, an animal behaviorist at The University of Sydney, Australia, did a study to gauge whether or not dogs expect more positive outcomes in their life or more negative outcomes. “This research is…
A Corgi who got shaved a little too close for comfort after a mistake at the groomer’s is highlighting the “do’s” and “don’ts” when it comes to double-coated dogs. The Corgi’s owner posted a picture of their Corgi on reddit after she was accidentally shaved at the groomers. The Corgi’s bottom half appears closely shaved,…
Penny the Beagle loves most things dogs love, but she also has a curious love of metal, a curiosity that almost cost her her life. Penny’s human shared her experience in order to warn other pet parents of the dangers of zinc toxicity – in this case caused by pennies. After ingesting pennies, Penny became…
French Heartworm, or Lungworm, as it is commonly referred to in the United Kingdom, is caused by a parasitic nematode (roundworm or lungworm), Angiostrongylus vasorum. The roundworm infects dogs and other canine species, such as foxes and wolves, and causes canine angiostrongylosis. Dogs of all ages and breeds can become infected with French Heartworm /…
As any fan of the Harry Potter books will tell you, one of the most memorable things in the stories are the spells the wizards can cast. And although the series has all kinds of animals – owls, cats, and magical creatures, there aren’t any dogs. But dog lover Anna Brisbin decided to change that…
When it comes to dog dancing in the performance circuit there has been all kinds of award-winning routines. Some have been inspired by fairy tales, others by cowboys, and then there’s this one is inspired by Roman gladiators. Hailing from France, Thierry Thomas along with his Border Collie Ubac Du Mas De La Rabeyrine began…
Germany’s biggest animal shelters are banning adoptions for the Christmas season. Berlin’s Bremen animal shelter, the largest in Europe, was the first to announce a moratorium on adoptions after December 18th. The shelter houses around 500 homeless dogs and cats. It seems counter-intuitive, but the shelter says it’s for the good of the animals. Shelters…
Lucy was a shy dog when she was rescued by her guardian. So her new mom thought of something to help her understand it was OK to approach her. Her mom wrote in the video’s description, “I started playing the hand slap game (aka hot hands) to help my dog Lucy, a rescue, come out…
If you are looking for a Halloween treat that your dogs will love, you will want to check out these DIY dog treats that are in the shape of Jack-o-lanterns and made from pumpkin and peanut butter! Gone to the Snow Dogs loves to treat her huskies to homemade treats and in this video she…
Lilly was found in a trash can when she was just 5 weeks old. Her early abandonment has had an effect on her, and despite being in a loving home, she has remained anxious. But her new mom found one thing that makes her feel better – her turtle costume. In fact, the outfit is…
Pumpkin is plentiful in Autumn, so why not make some delicious treats for your dogs? Chef Janie shares her recipe for pumpkin dog biscuits. “Our Siberian Husky pup loves these biscuits I made up a few weeks ago,” says Chef Janie. “They stay fresh in container for over a month. They really clean her teeth…
Letting dogs onto the bed could help people living with chronic pain sleep better and ease feelings of anxiety and loneliness. A new study from the University of Alberta reveals that letting a dog sleep with chronic pain sufferers can help them. The findings are contrary to the commonly-held advice prescribed by doctors. “Typically, people…
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