Instant cuteness is what happens when a mini pig and a pug meet for the very first time. While these animals would not ordinarily pal around together, there is no doubt that these fast friends will have plenty of playdates in the future. Quite curious about each other at first, it is heartwarming to see […]
Pet Adoption by George and Amal Clooney
Photo: Wenn Pet adoption stories are our jam! There’s nothing quite like learning that a dog or a cat has been welcomed into a new home with wide and loving open arms. When celebrities adopt a dog, we get a bit of an extra thrill. Perhaps this is because we envision a previously sad and […]
Best Apartment Dogs
We thank Sloan McKinney for this guest post on the best apartment dogs. If you would like to contribute a guest post of your own, please email us at [email protected]. Apartment living can be the ideal home environment for many people, including their pets. In these rented spaces, single people make up almost half of […]
The facts about fish depression
When we discuss animal depression, it is commonly in reference to the feline and canine species, but not normally fish! It seems a little strange that a fish could be suffering from depression when the term is defined as “feelings of severe despondency and dejection.” However, throughout numerous studies, it has been shown that fish, […]
Popular Twitter Accounts You should Follow by Dog Breed
Twitter is full of accounts related to pets and pet owners. Some are good, some are…not so good. But if you’re a major dog lover and would love to fill your feed with adorable dog pictures, then these are 8 popular Twitter accounts you should follow by dog breed. Check them out and see […]
13 Puppy Potty-Training Hacks
If you have a puppy, you probably already know they can be a bundle of joy. Puppies are full of fun, energy and good spirit. However, puppies can also be extremely challenging, particularly when it comes to potty training them. Getting a young dog to go to the bathroom outside can be difficult. Luckily, there […]
Feline Cognitive Dysfunction: Telltale Signs
(Photo Credit: Seregraff, Bigstock.com) One of the most common questions veterinarians receive about older pets is whether or not a symptom, behavior or physical change is normal. Because our pets can’t talk, solving these dilemmas requires a thorough review of the pet’s medical history, a veterinary examination and diagnostic tests. Many pet owners complain their […]
Old Dogs Eulogy, A Poem
A sweet tribute to man’s best friend. Grab the Kleenex because this certainly tugs at the heart strings… Goodbye old dog. Goodbye old friend. Running the wild desert mountains free as the coyotes you chased. Ranch dog. Noble, true and brave. Cold winter nights, Fire light and warmth. Watching the home front. Hot summer nights, […]
Feral Cat Advice and Tips
Has a feral cat ever tugged at your heartstrings? Have you ever wished that you could make a homeless cat’s life a little better? Have you ever looked into a deep pair of emerald or yellow eyes and wished you could take that handsome guy home…if he would only let you near him? Well, you’re […]
Kitten Adoption Stories: Miranda Lambert
Miranda Lambert and her newly adopted kitten Credit: Courtesy Miranda Lambert, via Instagram Kitten adoption stories don’t get much cuter than this. Country music superstar Miranda Lambert is well known for her love of animals to the point of adopting at least 15 of them, including chickens and unicorns (ok, they’re horses, but Miranda calls […]