High-tech heart surgery helps dogs live a longer life
Misty, a 3-year-old Great Pyrenees mix with a congenital heart defect, was saved by minimally invasive surgery — the same kind humans get — at Colorado State University.
Source: nbcnews. com 2018-08-14
Tuco the Rescue Dog Becomes a Model
Tuco is a Japanese Mastiff mix who is at the center of a photo shoot for Hari Mari, a Texas-based brand that makes flip flops, clothing and various gear.
Source: nbcdfw. com 2018-08-13
Couple questions why their dog was mistakenly euthanized
Tazewell County Animal Control said they regret the error and plan to review all of their policies so that this won’t happen again.
Source: abc13. com 2018-08-12
Are You Walking Your Dog Enough?
Dog-walking is a great way to get the whole family moving, as a dog can be walked by children and parents.Increased walking has health, social and mental benefits.
Source: sciencealert. com 2018-08-11
Animal rescue expert shares emergency preparedness tips for pet owners
An emergency kit is important to have during wildfire season, but most pet owners don’t have a plan for their cats and dogs, according to an animal rescue expert.
Source: cbc. ca 2018-08-10
Sweet service dog receives her very own cap for owner’s graduation
The 2-year-old Dalmatian was gifted the matching hat from her owner, Casey Bruno, who recently received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida.
Source: abcnews. go. com 2018-08-09
Dog lover drives a cross-country rescue mission
Every year, about 3.3 million dogs and a similar number of cats enter U.S. animal shelters; about half get adopted, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Source: theoaklandpress. com 2018-08-08
The world’s first French bulldog cafe is coming to the UK
A French Bulldog café is launching in London and is looks PERFECT for dog lovers. The pop-up Frenchie café is taking place on Sunday September 9 and tickets are predicted to sell faster than a dog chasing a ball.
Source: thesun. co. uk 2018-08-07
Elementary school hires four-legged staff member
Milano, a two-year-old golden retriever/Labrador mix, is a certified facility dog through Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities (ECAD). Milano will start his days by greeting students as they arrive at school.
Source: kiro7. com 2018-08-06
Texas woman throws quinceanera for her dog
Lupita the chihuahua was the honoree of her very own quinceanera, a tradition rooted in Latin American culture that usually celebrates a human girl’s 15th birthday.
Source: foxiness. com 2018-08-05
Questions Rise About Shortcomings Of DNA Tests For Dogs
DNA testing of dogs is a booming business. But some experts warn in Nature that the pet genetics industry is running too wild, and they’re calling for it to be reined in.
Source: npr. org 2018-08-04
Swiss police say dogs should wear shoes in heatwave
” Hot Dog campaign ” is educating dog owners on how they can protect their four-legged friends in the hot weather, given that the overheated pavements can be painful on their feet.
Source: bbc. co. uk 2018-08-03
Pit Bull Lovingly Carries Blind Senior Chihuahua On His Back During Walks
A rescued senior chihuahua is unable to go on long walks, so his foster brother carries him on his back.
Source: little things. com 2018-08-02
Traveled from West Virginia to New York, an escaped foxhound finds new life
After traveling 400 miles alone, rescue dog Sadie is given a new prosthetic paw and a new loving family.
Source: press connects. com 2018-08-01