Shelter vs. Breeder
When looking to adopt a four-legged companion, you’ll be faced with a dire decision. Do you adopt a dog from a shelter/rescue group or buy a puppy from a breeder?
Does Breed Determine Personality?
While scrolling through depths of the internet and social media, you’ve probably encountered articles relating to certain dog breeds being more aggressive than others.
Commands Every Dog Should Know
The first thing a dog needs to learn is the basic discipline and respect that is totally defined by the energy and basic directions the owner gives to his dog.
The Cost of Operating Animal Shelters
Most of us would like to adopt every dog that we meet until we snap back to reality and realize that it’s simply impossible. While most people recognize the existence of animal shelters and their amazing work, we tend to neglect the difficulty of actually trying to run one. The main issue that animal shelters are facing is the amount of money that is being brought into the shelter through funding and donations, compared to the cost of maintaining the shelter. Unfortunately, the amount of money coming in is not equivalent the amount it takes to run the shelter.
Navy Seal Checklist To Finding Missing Pets
Losing your dog is the moment we all fear. That traumatizing moment which can paralyze your decision making can be avoided completely with a few simple steps. The checklist plan is exactly what United States Navy Seals use to prepare for any situation if the mission goes sour and you can use it too.
Congressmen Propose Bill That Would Make Animal Cruelty a Felony In The U.S.
Finally, two lawmakers have introduced a bill that would make animal cruelty and bestiality a felony nationwide. Reps. Ted Deutch, (D-Fla.) and Vern Buchanan (R-Fla.), the bill's co-sponsors, say if someone is convicted they would spend up to seven years in prison. This is a massive step forward for animal rights.
Pit Bull Puppy Finally On The Way To Recovery
Yet another horrific animal abuse story, this time from Sherman Oaks, California. Puppy now named Avery is recovering after a rescue group found her tied to a fence with an electrical cord around her neck, blunt head trauma from relentless beatings, and spray paint all over the body.
Why do dogs lick your face?
Dogs are adorable creatures that will give their humans kisses every chance they get. While to some licking is an act of love, there is more to it than we think. If you have a dog that licks a lot, you might be left wondering, why?
You Found An Abandoned Dog, Now What?
You find what seems to be an abandoned dog but don’t know how to respond without making the situation worse. Animals are continually abandoned by their owners for reasons that can be fixed with minor training. It’s imperative that we know how to act to ensure the animal gets to a safe place.
How Dogs Get Euthanized In Kill Shelters
Do people who drop their pets off at high-intake shelters really know what they are doing? If they knew just what happens to dogs after their owners walk out the door, shelters might be a lot emptier.
Medical Marijuana For Dogs?
While medical marijuana research looks promising and more states begin to write and implement their regulations, what does this mean for our pets? All research is done on animals before it reaches human subjects. Can our beloved furry friends benefit from this potential miracle drug?
Should My Dog Eat That?
Foods that are perfectly suitable for human consumption, as well as other animals, may be toxic and even poisonous to your dog, posing a serious threat to their health and well being. It's imperative that we protect our dogs from foods and treats that can land them in the hospital with thousands of dollars in medical costs.