News, local news, The Black Dog Institute is encouraging Dubbo residents to breed mullets this September, all for a good cause. The charity wants people to “show their ears” when it comes to listening and providing psychological support. ALSO NEWS: “Mental health has always been a big issue, but now …
Read More »Lady Gaga’s dog walker Ryan Fischer launches GoFundMe after traumatic shootout
Little monsters everywhere were in an uproar after Lady Gaga’s dogs were stolen in February. The pop star’s dog handler, Ryan Fischer, was shot in the chest while walking the three precious puppies. The dogappers took two of the three pets, Koji and Gustav, and left the third, Asia, with …
Read More »Rant & Rave: Dog owners show a lack of etiquette, delivery vans populate the streets of Seattle
RANT To all dog owners who are either busy with their phones or just don’t know where their dog is peeing / doing its business. Would you like someone’s dog to pee on your vegetables? Why on earth would you let your dog pee in someone’s vegetable garden ?! Take …
Read More »Rescue dogs shot by NSW council due to COVID-19 restrictions
Several confiscated dogs about to be rescued from an animal shelter were instead shot dead by a rural council in NSW following its interpretation of the COVID-19 restrictions, alarming animal rights activists and prompting a state investigation. The northwestern state’s Bourke Shire Council killed the dogs to prevent volunteers from …
Read More »Botulism in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
(Image credit: THEPALMER / Getty Images) Canine botulism is a condition that occurs when a dog ingests a toxin called botulinum, which is produced by a bacterium called. is formed Clostridium botulinum. Eating raw or contaminated meat or a dead animal is often the cause of this disease. When a …
Read More »Dog Days at Durango Restaurants – The Durango Herald
11th Street Station, while loving your dog, won’t let him in the seating area. (Action line) Action line Dear Action Line: Why are dogs not allowed in most outdoor seating areas of restaurants / bars in Durango? Most mining towns allow dogs outside and welcome them (and their responsible owners) …
Read More »Companion dog refused entry to Bradford Restaurant; Incident leads to legislative clarification
“We tried to explain it to him, but he just didn’t listen,” says Pastor, whose dog handler was turned away; Business owner apologizes “Any dog ââis not allowed,” repeated Ganesh Ponniah, owner of the Golden Taste of Asia restaurant in Bradford, while denying entry to his home to a local …
Read More »Emory & Henry get therapy dog | Life
EMORY, Virginia – Emory & Henry College recently welcomed its newest addition: Gus, the therapy dog. The 5 year old black Labrador Retriever will give emotional support to the Powell Research Center students on campus. What did Gus do before? Gus previously worked as a service dog for a person …
Read More »Torrington Police Department greets the therapy dog in the ranks
TORRINGTON – The stress of being a police officer can often be difficult and results in officers finding ways to help officers deal with it. Torrington Police Chief William Baldwin went a step further this week, bringing in Addison, a year and a half old Labrador retriever mix, as the …
Read More »Military working dog united with dog handler | Hometown focus
American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, united Military Working Dog Chickel, a 9-year-old German Shepherd, with Staff Sergeant Kyle Johnson, an active U.S. Air Force dog handler who is based at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in. is stationed in Goldsboro, North Carolina. “American Humane is committed to …
Read More »Dog poo gets highlighted with paint by Dundonald residents as part of the clean-up campaign
Residents on a housing estate on the outskirts of Belfast are highlighting the dog poo problem in the area – by spraying it orange. Members of the Ballybeen Improvement Group in Dundonald have started a four-week program alongside Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council to encourage all dog owners to pick …
Read More »When it gets hot, take extra caution when hiking
With the recent rescue of two hikers from trails near Lake Poway, now is a good time to learn how to hike safely in the summer heat. Rodney Ortiz, chief of the Poway Fire Battalion, said the fire department was looking to rescue hikers as the weather warmed, including the …
Read More »Environmental health officials issue warning, after a person becomes sick, possibly from harmful algae, dog dies – red-haired black belt
Blue-green alga [Photo by Pseudopanax via Wikimedia Commons] Environmental health officials are reminding community residents to keep an eye out for harmful algal blooms after a report was made on a person who fell ill after staying in the South Fork Eel River north of Weott. State personnel are currently …
Read More »Why is my dog green? Viral tweet explains the strange science of drooling
It’s no secret that dogs drool. Much. You might be drooling too cool off on a hot day or salivation when you expect a delicious bowl of croquettes. But dog drool actually contains an weird superpower, as Twitter learned this week: it can turn your pup’s fur a bright shade …
Read More »Community support helps fund an operation for a therapy dog with a cancer dog
The community came together and raised enough money to pay for Kennedy’s surgery in less than 6 days of being diagnosed with cancer. TIFFIN, Ohio – Remember that Kennedy the therapy dog from Tiffin? After a short drive to the Columbus area, Kennedy was dropped off for surgery at MedVet …
Read More »My Pet Story: Lessons I Learned From My Dog
Do you have an interesting story about your pet that you would like to share with your readers? Tell us in 600-800 words with three to four photos (file size approx. 1 MB). Send your story to: [email protected] with the subject ‘My Pet Story’. We reserve the right to process …
Read More »Harmful algal blooms trigger warnings when dogs swim in Erie County
Dog swimming advice was issued at nine waterfront locations in Erie County after harmful algal blooms were found. Water samples taken last week at these nine locations showed toxin levels in excess of what is considered safe for dogs, the Erie County’s Department of Health reported. Seven of these locations …
Read More »Blue-eyed Boston Terrier, little junk, finds home after “nobody wanted her”
When Tess Nolan, a pet nurse in Australia, met a blue-eyed Boston terrier who was struggling to find an owner, she decided to welcome the adorable pup into her family. Daphne, who has been with Nolan’s side since March 2020, is now a social media star after her owner shared …
Read More »Shaheen Bhatt: From cats, dogs and Instagram
If you scroll endlessly through cute videos of the man’s furry friends on social media, it might not be as good as it sounds From Shaheen Bhatt PUBLISHED JULY 18, 2021 9:39 AM Sweet addiction? I’m addicted to cat and dog videos. Even though I try to keep it down …
Read More »Therapy dog joins the Bellevue police force
BELLEVUE, Neb. (KMTV) – The Bellevue Police Department has a new “paw-fucker” in training. His name is Mo, a two month old Goldendoodle and a future certified therapy dog. “He will have many important roles here,” said his supervisor, Officer Ashley Meyers. Meyers named him after her friend and former …
Read More »Reduce the fear of handling and the veterinarian in your dog with “Consent Conditioning” or cooperative care
(Image source: CokaPoka / Getty Images) If you’ve recently adopted a dog and started researching training methods and tips, you may have come across the term consent conditioning or cooperative grooming. But what exactly do these terms mean? And how can you successfully teach them to your dog? Well, in …
Read More »Allysa Seely travels to Tokyo despite headwinds
Paralympian Allysa Seely poses with her bike. She won gold at the Paralympics in Rio in 2016 and trains in Colorado. Photo courtesy of Allysa Seely. Try climbing a steep hill on your bike if a storm is coming your way. Sometimes you pedal and pedal but feel like you’re …
Read More »Dog owners criticize pet food regulators as more dogs die in Victoria
Dog owners are calling for better pet food regulation after the death of four more dogs in East Victoria, which led to an investigation into a meat processing facility. Important points: More dogs have died of liver poisoning in east Victoria Authorities are investigating a pet minced meat product that …
Read More »Long-lost dog reunited with family after missing for 10 years after a 1,600 mile rescue mission
An Arkansas family was finally reunited with their dog, who disappeared a decade ago after an animal rescue group discovered their pet was 1,600 miles away thanks to a microchip. Razzle, a black miniature schnauzer, was missing from the Howard family home in McRae town in 2011. A video of …
Read More »The community is invited to Mandel JCC’s free Downward Dog Days of Summer event on July 14th
BEACHWOOD, Ohio – The Mandel Jewish Community Center has scheduled its first-ever Downward Dog Days of Summer event on July 14th, which will include a dog walk and yoga-in-the-park session. The action will take place in the Acacia Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks, on the northeast corner of Richmond and …
Read More »Cyclists flown out after an accident with a dog
FRUITDALE – A 61-year-old Brown County man was flown to hospital over the July 4th holiday weekend after being chased by a dog on Hurdle Road and crashing his bike. Police and rescue workers were dispatched to Block 800 on Hurdle Road shortly after 9:30 a.m. on July 3. The …
Read More »According to experts, sleeping next to your dog can improve your mental health
If there is one thing to celebrate in the recent lockdowns that have gripped Australia, it is the time we can now enjoy ourselves with our beloved pets. While most animal experts warn you about the separation anxiety your pooch can have, a fear that you should work off well …
Read More »Keep your dog safe in the summer
The warm, sunny summer months seem like the ideal time for you to be out with your dog. But hot weather can be uncomfortable for dogs and even dangerous to their health. To protect your dog in summer, do the following: Train safely. If it’s hot for you, it’s even …
Read More »Dog License Measures Would Increase Fees in Pennsylvania | news
The cost of a dog license in Pennsylvania has stayed the same since 1996, and the state Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement has lost money as a result, say members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly who tabled license increase bills. Senate Senator Judy Schwank, a Democrat from Ruscombmanor Township, introduced …
Read More »Pets and Fireworks: How to Protect Animals on July 4th
Not to mention that when dogs are scared, they run away and owners can lose their best friends at night. “Dogs have been known to dig under or jump over fences, break ropes or even break windows in response to fear of fireworks,” said Best Friends Animal Society, one of …
Read More »Deadly distemper outbreak in raccoons in Rancho Cucamonga, dogs in Murrieta – San Bernardino Sun.
Veterinarians and wildlife managers are fighting a congestion outbreak on two fronts – in young dogs recently purchased as family pets and in ferocious creatures that roam the intersection of open spaces and residential areas in the Inland Empire. Dr. Sarah Hoggan, Emergency Veterinarian and Medical Director of VCA California …
Read More »Holyoke Ordinance Committee is considering revising the leash and restraint regulations for dogs
HOLYOKE – The Ordinance Committee investigated suspicious language in a city law regarding unleashed dogs under voice command or in public spaces. District 6 City Council, Juan Anderson-Burgos, filed an order seeking a clause in a Holyoke Township Act (14-5, (a)). The current code is: âA dog cannot be restrained …
Read More »Reintroduction of legislation to strengthen import regulations for dogs
The Healthy Dog Importation Act of 2021 was reintroduced this week in the U.S. House of Representatives by Reps Kurt Schrader, D-Ore., And Dusty Johnson, RS.D., co-chairs of the Veterinary Medicine Caucus. The legislation would provide additional resources to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to monitor and protect the …
Read More »Penniless dog finds loving family
Rescue Officer Krista had been called to a house in the northern suburbs of Adelaide. Lying motionless on a cold, tiled porch, Ruby (formerly known as Rosie) knocked on the heavenly door. The American staffy suffered from a large mass of inflamed tissue protruding from her vulva known as prolapse. …
Read More »Public feedback wanted on new license conditions for dog breeders and pet boarding houses
SINGAPORE: New license terms for dog breeders and pet boarding houses in Singapore were opened for public consultation on Thursday (July 1st), the Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) announced. The new standards aim to raise animal health and welfare standards in Singapore and come after months of working with industry …
Read More »Tiffin City Schools therapy dog Kennedy diagnosed with cancer
Tiffin, Ohio – The Tiffin City Schools therapy dog, Kennedy, has received a “difficult but hopeful diagnosis of cancer,” the district said on Wednesday. The golden retriever has a tumor that its surgeon believes can be removed to add more years of work to its life. âCancer is relatively common …
Read More »Pet owners love the Feeko dog chew toy from Amazon
Products in this story are independently selected and editorially presented. If you make a purchase through these links, we may receive a commission. Most dogs will agree that play time is arguably the most important time of the day. But if your pup is an aggressive chewer, finding a toy …
Read More »Expert tips for traveling with dogs
Leonardo the Corgi wears a shark fin life jacket while playing in the Thunder Bay Wave Pool during Bow Wow Beach Doggie Day at Water World on September 7, 2019 in Federal Heights, Colorado. (Photo by Michael Ciaglo / Getty Images) Alabama High School Animal Mascot: What’s Out There? by …
Read More »Dog license fees haven’t changed in 25 years, proponents are calling for changes | news
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – Lawyers continue to urge lawmakers to be “a voice for daddy’s puppies.” Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and supporters such as Second Lady Gisele Fetterman, State Sen. Judy Schwank and State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski are asking their lawmakers to endorse Senate Bill 232 and House Bill 526. …
Read More »Therapy dogs visit patients and staff at the M&T Bank Center Inoculation Center – CBS Baltimore, during the final week of operations
BALTIMORE (WJZ) – After a five-month period in which a quarter of a million people received a Covid-19 vaccination, the doors of the vaccination center in the M&T Bank Stadium will be locked until the football season. Tonight at 5:30 am: The vaccination station at the M&T Bank Stadium is …
Read More »Are university-run medical centers the tail that wags the dog?
The entrance to the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) medical center in San Francisco. Getty Images Universities have played a vital role in the fight against the coronavirus that has swept the world – their research seeks to prevent the disease or mitigate its effects, their classrooms and laboratories …
Read More »Carmel In Brief – June 29, 2020 • Latest Release
Military tribute at the parade para – Former and current service members are encouraged to attend the Centier Bank CarmelFest Parade on July 5th as part of the grand finale of military tributes. Family members of military personnel are also welcome to attend, including those who currently have someone on …
Read More »How to Safely Use the Right Flea and Tick Product for Your Pet – Consumer Health News
SATURDAY, June 26, 2021 (HealthDay News) – There are a number of things to consider when choosing and using flea and tick products for your pets, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Work with your veterinarian to choose the right product for your pet’s type, stage of life, …
Read More »How my dog helped me understand my obsessive-compulsive disorder
My dog ââwhimpers when I clean its underside. I see that he wants to jump up immediately. “I know it burns, baby,” I say, patting his rash. I always joke that my rescue dog is a pedigree-flavored plaster special. He needs a special, expensive, high-quality prescription meal, or his skin …
Read More »Take your dog to work on Friday June 25th
Thursday, June 24, 2021 4:00 a.m. We all know that allowing pets in the office creates an overall better place to work. During the pandemic, many people worked from home and experienced firsthand the benefits of working with their pets – including reducing stress and improving overall health and wellbeing. …
Read More »Menomonie man suspects that Sea Menomin algae killed dog
MENOMONIA, Wisconsin (WEAU) – A menomonia man seeks answers after his dog died of toxins in Lake Menomin earlier this month. Cody Christianson brought his dog Bingley to Wakanda Park on June 8th to play disc golf. Christianson and “Bing,” as he called his dog, had gone to the park …
Read More »China’s Yulin Dog Festival is still ongoing despite efforts by animal activists to raise health risks
File photo of animal rights activists holding banners against the Yulin Dog Meat Festival. REUTERS / Kim Kyung-Hoon – S1AETJANZJAA Photo evidence shows that traders participating in the event are already slaughtering and selling the furry animals in Yulin, Guangxi Province. The Yulin Dog Festival is a 10-day annual event …
Read More »Investigation begins in five states after imported dog develops rabies
MONDAY, June 21, 2021 (HealthDay News) – A public health survey is being conducted in Pennsylvania, Illinois, Indiana, New Jersey and New York after rabies is found in an imported rescue dog. At least 12 people were exposed to the dog, including 33 dogs and a cat who arrived from …
Read More »Egypt: 11 hospitalized after being mistreated by a single dog
Dubai: According to reports, a crazy dog ââmistreated 11 people in Egypt and took them to hospital for treatment, local media reported. According to Qena Police, the dog attacked several residents of Al Kalh village, injuring 11 people. Several ambulances rushed to the scene of the accident to take the …
Read More »Dog owners are encouraged to enroll their pets for life-saving blood donation
DOGS, whose lifesaving blood donations are helping thousands of critically injured pets in need, are celebrated this week. The Kennel Club and Kennel Club Charitable Trust celebrate dogs that donate blood in the hope of raising awareness of the importance of dog blood donation. Now the organization is calling on …
Read More »Mad dog imported into the US triggers investigations in several states | Multi news from Illinois
By MIKE STOBBE, AP Medical Writer NEW YORK (AP) – A rabid dog imported into the United States this month sparked a public health survey in several states. Health officials say a dog brought to the United States from Azerbaijan and ended up with a family in Chester County, Pennsylvania …
Read More »Summer, an emotional support dog, will die and their owner (a college student) will be lost if CarProperty.com cannot help them get the continued lifelong support needed to keep them alive – You can help
EUGENE, OR, June 18, 2021 / 24-7PressRelease / – A few days ago, Christina Cross, a law student at the University of Oregon and owner of Summer, realized Summer’s lethargic attitude and unwillingness to eat or drink lately in a medical emergency. She had to drive them about 40 miles …
Read More »GekkoVet Oy: Does my dog have a corona virus disease, cholangitis or kennel cough? | Companies
HELSINKI – (BUSINESS WIRE) – Jan. June 2021– There are hundreds of different diseases and even more symptoms that can affect pets. Even a veterinarian cannot remember all of them without help. The new GekkoCompass application, recently launched by a Finnish company, suggests the most likely diagnosis and appropriate treatment …
Read More »Is Oatmeal Shampoo Good For Dogs? – WATE 6 by your side
Should I use oatmeal shampoo on my dog? If you’ve seen oatmeal shampoo on the market, you might be wondering if an oatmeal shampoo is good for your dog? Oatmeal is a naturally soothing and moisturizing ingredient, and any oatmeal shampoo designed for dogs is an excellent choice for your …
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