Each year, hundreds of thousands of pets are abandoned in high-kill shelters all across the United States. One can only imagine the pain and confusion a dog, a cat – or any pet – must feel after their owners leave them behind in the hands of strangers. The numbers of surrendered pets are only increasing…
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There’s a famous quote that says: “Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.” We find this quote to be very spot on. Pet owners and pet lovers do know how to listen to their animals. And while dogs (and other animals for that matter) do not speak, there are still…
Here’s a familiar scenario for many cat owners: you call your dearest feline in your most loving, doting voice and… nothing! No reaction. No hint of recognition. It can seem like they think you don’t even exist. Cats Just Ignore Us For centuries cat owners thought cats didn’t react to their owners because they don’t…
Veterinarians in Alberta Canada overwhelmingly passed a ban on elective surgeries such as tail docking, declawing and ear cropping. The measure was passed during a vote taken at a meeting of the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA). Around 300 members voted on the measure with 98% voting to approve it. The ban includes what the…
Oh, the love and joy dogs bring into our lives. From the moment we bring them home, to every waking moment we spend with them, it is crazy how much happiness we feel. But have you ever wondered how your dogs feel? Our furry little friends cannot speak, so it can be a little tough…
It’s no surprise to dog owners to hear that dogs are good for your health and wellbeing. What may be surprising is some of the many ways research shows that dogs can help us lead healthier, happier lives. 1. How Petting a Dog is Like a Drug For Your Brain Well, kind of. Research shows…
Here’s a question that will surely stir up some controversy. Are big dogs smarter than small dogs? Well, some researchers recently studied this question (and published their findings in the journal Animal Cognition) have an answer. If you have a small dog you may not like what it is. Because, according to their study, dogs…
