So, you bring me this puppy – she kisses my face, devours the cookies I offer, and our friendship starts. Several visits later, he starts to learn where all the cookie jars are in the clinic, and that lady in the white coat, well she’s okay…. Fast forward many visits later, now I am in love …
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Originally published in December 2021. See his new photo below. Miniature dogs – Maltese’s, poodles, Pomeranians, chihuahuas, and the like – are so cute that they are aptly categorized as toy dogs. But has anyone ever seen a pint-sized adult German shepherd? Ranger, an adorable five-year old German Shepherd born with dwarfism, is fated to …
Here is a dog that became a hero to pedestrians in a Georgian city. Dogs are considered our most loyal companions, a quality that earned them the well-deserved title of man’s best friend. These special creatures are our stress relievers; they make us laugh with their silliness, but they are also ready to protect us …
A teen who was homeless gets his beloved dog back and a place to live thanks to strangers Homeless teen living under a bridge gets his beloved dog back and a place to live thanks to strangers Our dogs mean the world to us, and the thought of letting them go to be cared for …
An Amazon delivery driver is being praised for rescuing a young cat tossed out of a car window in Des Moines, Iowa. The unnamed driver saw the cat being thrown out of the window of the car in front of him. So he stopped his truck, pulled over, and bent down. Thankfully, he was able …
One of the best experiences in life is loving a dog and being loved by one. Our fluffy companions are the best when it comes to giving snuggles, kisses, and lifting our spirits when we feel down. And science agrees. In fact, dogs are known to improve a person’s overall well-being and mental health. One …
Most of us only need a comfortable bed and soft pillows to be able to sleep, but this toddler requires one more thing before he goes to the land of Nod—cuddle time with their family dog. With the pandemic still in our midst, we are undoubtedly living in difficult times. But many people see a …
Cats and dogs are often portrayed as enemies in cartoons and mainstream media, but that representation doesn’t always apply in real life. These animals can get along and sometimes even be best friends, just like this cat and dog in Abilene, Texas. Monica Burks, 48, owns a three-year-old Yorkie-Chihuahua-poodle mix named Hazel. The dog brings …
All over the world, substance abuse is a problem that plagues families and communities. The World Health Organization estimates that annually around 500,000 deaths can be attributed to drug use. About 70% of these deaths are related to opioids, which include codeine, fentanyl, methadone, and morphine. While effective treatment interventions are available, including rehab, less …
The 4th of July is always a time for great celebration – when family and friends get together to commemorate an all American holiday (Independence Day), and feast, and amazing fireworks. The noise can be a bit stressful, for humans and their pets, but fireworks are particularly distressing for animals. For this reason, Independence Day …
People often say that a mother’s love is like no other. But, as it turns out, this truth spans across species. An Australian shepherd cross named Maggie was staying at Barker’s Pet Motel and Grooming in Alberta, Canada, when she heard the cries of two rescue puppies one Friday night. The maternal dog knew the …
The following story about a little girl and a dog proves that pets have the power to heal even the most broken of hearts. In times of grief and sadness, our animal companions become one of our greatest sources of comfort. Even though they can’t speak, their presence alone is enough to help us remain …