They always say that if you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. What if what you love is dogs? Beyond the obvious options, there are actually…
Month: September 2024
Hospice Program Helps End-Of-Life Patients Keep Their Pets
When pet lovers embark on their end-of-life journey, they often worry about what will happen to their beloved dogs and cats when they pass away or become too frail to care for…
Should Dog Grooming Facilities Be Required To Have Video Cameras?
El Paso, Texas wants to see some changes coming to grooming salons in the city. The City Council unanimously voted to implement changes to the way that dog groomers operate businesses within…
10 Things You Might Be Doing That Make Your Vet Crazy
Veterinarians truly want to do what’s best for the pets in their care, but sometimes owners do things that make the otherwise rewarding career of being a vet frustrating or disheartening. You…
Scientists Prove Your Dog Listens Better When You Use “Dog-Speak”
Scientists from the University of York recently published a study showing that dogs respond better to “dog-speak” – using dog-related words in a high-pitched tone of voice – over any other speech patterns….
England Plans To Join The Rest Of The UK In Banning Shock Collars
With both Wales and Scotland prohibiting electric shock collars used for animal training, England was the only country in the UK not on board with the ban. A group of lawmakers and…
Every Purchase Of Good Reasons Dog Treats Helps Those Living With Autism And Developmental Disabilities
Do you have Good Reasons for choosing the treats you give your dog? Vicki Sylvester has been working with people with disabilities as the CEO of Community Based Services, a non-profit in…
United Faces Another Dog Dilemma After Dog Placed On Wrong Flight
A United Airlines flight was diverted from its intended destination of St. Louis, Missouri to Akron, Ohio when it was discovered that a dog in cargo had been loaded onto the wrong plane….
United Airlines Suspends Flying Dogs In Cargo
After a week that saw United Airlines try to manage 3 separate dog-related incidents on their flights, they have decided to suspend the PetSafe program that allows dogs to ride in the…
2 Dogs Die, 4 Become Ill From Poisonous Mushrooms
Spring is in the air, and along with milder temperatures and fresh blooms, pet parents should be aware that some of the season’s new growth may also be poisonous for their pets….