Veterinarian Dr. James Greenwood To mark National Pet Week which begins May 7, a pair of dog experts compiled the top things you should and shouldn't be doing with your senior pooches--including, keeping them mentally stimulated, but not expecting them to run for more than 60 minutes. A canine's lifecycle is much faster than that of a person, and older dogs may be unable to … [Read more...] about What You Should and Shouldn’t Be Doing With Your Elderly Dog – It’s National Pet Week
Risk of Brain Trauma Linked with Walking a Dog on a Leash
Pic: iStock A study shows that having a dog leashed while on a stroll can cause serious injuries to adults, including brain injury. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University discovered that brain trauma (TBIs), the second-most common injury in adults, was caused by. The other common injuries are finger fractures, shoulder strains or sprains. The study revealed that … [Read more...] about Risk of Brain Trauma Linked with Walking a Dog on a Leash
Chihuahua Slightly Taller Than a Teacup is Named World’s Shortest Dog
Guinness World Records A 2-year-old Chihuahua named Pearl is officially the world's shortest dog, as confirmed by her vet, and Guinness World Records. Pearl measures 3. 59 inches (9. 14 cm) in height, meaning she's shorter than a popsicle stick. She has her head to thank for being longer than a dollar bill, at 5 inches (12. 7 cm). She comes from a family of small and … [Read more...] about Chihuahua Slightly Taller Than a Teacup is Named World’s Shortest Dog
A Lost Dog Treks 150 Miles Across Alaskan Sea Ice Before He’s Reunited with His Family
Brooklyn Faith and Nanuq (center) - Credit Mandy Iworrigan Off the coast of the far-northern Alaskan town of Nome, and closer to Russia than the US, lies Saint Lawrence Island, where in a town called Gambell, a young girl was recently reunited with her dog who had a month-long meander around the frozen Bearing Strait. Mandy Iworrigan, mother of three children and three dogs … [Read more...] about A Lost Dog Treks 150 Miles Across Alaskan Sea Ice Before He’s Reunited with His Family
Pooch Determined to Be in Family Portrait Leaps into Shot for Best Photobomb Ever
Kennedy News / Hannah Pateman When a London family got together to celebrate a dad's 70th birthday with a family portrait, a precious pooch was determined not to be left out. Despite being outside a sliding glass door, she leaped into the air the moment the shutter opened, enshrining her antics for all time in one of the best photobombs you'll ever see. Tamsin Cowman … [Read more...] about Pooch Determined to Be in Family Portrait Leaps into Shot for Best Photobomb Ever
HyperX and P.L.A.Y. Launch Pet Toy Collaboration Inspired by Gaming Peripherals
HyperX and P.L.A.Y. Join Forces to Launch First-of-its-Kind Innovative Pet Toy Collaboration (Photo: Business Wire) HyperX, a brand leader in gaming and esports, has partnered with P.L.A.Y. (Pet Lifestyle and You) to release a new line of pet toys. The collection features miniature versions of HyperX’s gaming peripherals and is designed to provide pets with hours … [Read more...] about HyperX and P.L.A.Y. Launch Pet Toy Collaboration Inspired by Gaming Peripherals
Does Your Dog Hate Bath? These Tips Will Help
11 Tips to Help Your Dog with Bath Bath time can be stressful for both dogs and their owners. Some dogs enjoy getting wet and foamy, while others would instead do anything else. If your dog falls into the second category, don't worry! There are ways to make the experience less stressful. This article will provide essential tips to help your dog get comfortable and even … [Read more...] about Does Your Dog Hate Bath? These Tips Will Help
All Dogs Have Completely Unique Nose Prints-Like Fingerprints-And There’s An App To ID Each Pet
A South Korean startup has developed an AI-based app that scans your dog's nose print and places it into a crowdsourced database that anyone can access to identify the owner of a lost dog. It turns out a dog's noseprints are just as individual as a human's thumbprint, and the advantage of using it to identify a lost dog over a microchip is that no one has a microchip scanner … [Read more...] about All Dogs Have Completely Unique Nose Prints-Like Fingerprints-And There’s An App To ID Each Pet
A Dog And Goat Are So Close The Shelter Decides To Only Place Them As A Team
Friends of Wake County Animal Center The workers at Wake County Animal Hospital were left scratching their heads when a dog named Felix arrived at their doorstep with a goat named Cinnamon. Dropped off by animal control who had taken them from a house whose owner had been hospitalized and had no one else who could look after them, they recognized pretty early these two were … [Read more...] about A Dog And Goat Are So Close The Shelter Decides To Only Place Them As A Team
Understanding The German Shorthaired Pointer Temperament: What To Expect
Is a German Shorthaired Pointer a Good Family Dog? German Shorthaired Pointers are a breed of dog that is known for their hunting abilities, athleticism, and loyalty. They are also becoming increasingly popular as family pets due to their affectionate and playful nature. However, before bringing a GSP into your home, it's important to understand their temperament and what to … [Read more...] about Understanding The German Shorthaired Pointer Temperament: What To Expect