Do you know that every second somewhere in the world, a forest roughly the size of a football field is cut down? That is almost two acres of forest that no longer exists. And more alarming is that research by the Center for International Forestry Research shows that undisturbed rain forests will completely disappear in […]
Marijuana has long been used by humans as herbal medicine and for recreational purposes and has even shown the potential to be a valuable therapeutic drug. But what works for humans does not necessarily hold true for our dogs. In the US, for example, many states have legalized medical and recreational marijuana. As a consequence, […]
Our feline friends are finicky creatures at the best of times, and when it comes to their litter boxes, it’s certainly no different. You can have the top-rated litter box, but if it’s not kept clean regularly, your cat will soon let you know. Unfortunately, the task of pooper scooper falls on you as pet […]
Nothing is more heartbreaking or distressing than watching your dog cry in pain as the effects of canine distemper course through its body. Having traveled this road twice with two rescue pups, I know this highly contagious virus is not to be trifled with. And yet, despite the best veterinary care for both pups, only […]
It’s not uncommon for our furry friends to throw up every now and again. In fact, it is almost a given, especially if they are renowned counter surfers or trash can specialists. And don’t rule out other animal feces. Dogs are renowned nibblers of poop. But sometimes, your dog vomiting can signify something more serious. […]
Cats are notorious for being discerning when it comes to their toilet habits. And they are not averse to letting you know if they are unhappy with what’s in their litter box. Historically clay litter was the only option for our feline friends to absorb urine and bury their waste. But fortunately, over time, people […]
Every day, more than 70 000 puppies and kittens are born in the US alone. Yet, sadly, more than 6.3 million animals are surrendered to shelters nationwide annually by pet owners, of which 3.1 million are dogs. These statistics point to a pet overpopulation that is out of control, with many of these animals ending up […]
Every 60 seconds, an animal is suffering abuse at the hands of humans, with more than 10 million animals dying in the US alone each year. These staggering figures point to a world fast losing its moral compass as intentional cruelty and neglect are inflicted on animals across all species. Yet despite anti-cruelty laws existing […]
Dogs whine for a reason. Like barking or growling, it’s their way of vocalizing their pain, stress, excitement, desires, or anything else. But if you constantly give in to a dog whining for attention, you are simply reinforcing this method of attention-seeking behavior which often gets worse over time. In fact, it’s not just barking […]
Giving up a dog is never an easy choice to make. Whether it’s changed circumstances, behavior issues, or even the arrival of a new baby, parting way with a pet can be especially difficult and fraught with emotional distress for you and it. Dogs are able to perceive and feel things, which means they can […]