Abandoned ‘festive pets’ reaches six-year high
The RSPCA has been caring for its “thinnest dog” as it dealt with a record number of abandoned animals over the festive period. On New Year’s Day, 43 abandonment incidents…
Drug-resistant hookworms put pets and people at risk
Canine hookworms are becoming increasingly resistant to drugs across Australia, according to new research. Scientists at The University of Queensland and The University of Sydney have identified widespread resistance to…
Retired Police Dog Springs Back into Action, Rescues Lost Hiker
In a heartwarming reminder that heroes never truly hang up their capes, a retired police dog in the UK saved a missing person during a walk. Bear, a 12-year-old German…
The Heartwarming and Heartbreaking Journey of Fostering Abandoned Pets
Animal charities like the RSPCA rely heavily on foster carers to provide temporary homes for pets in need. With shelters often at capacity and some animals struggling in those environments,…
Introducing the Danish-Swedish Farmdog: The Newest Addition to the American Kennel Club
NEW YORK (AP) — The American Kennel Club (AKC) has officially welcomed the Danish-Swedish farmdog to its prestigious lineup of recognized breeds, making it eligible for competition in some of…
Once Unable to Lift His Head, Shelter Puppy Learns to Run with Love and Care
“e is playing with his foster siblings and learning what love is.” When Furby first arrived at Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) from a local shelter, his future seemed uncertain. The…
How a Simple Question on a Dating App Sparked a Love Story for Two Dogs
It’s a love story for the ages. This time last year, Ali Renteria and her dog, Lincoln, were a perfectly happy pair, enjoying life together. But a lot has changed…
Boaters Stunned as Swimmer Emerges Unexpectedly
He looks so much happier now. When Chani Yeza and a few friends decided to take a boat ride through a delta near their home in Argentina, they never imagined…
Ancient Wolves Ate Like Dogs as Early as 12,000 Years Ago
The Origins of Dogs: A 12,000-Year-Old Bone Sheds New Light on Domestication The relationship between humans and wolves, which eventually gave rise to domesticated dogs, remains one of the most…
Unlikely Shelter Dog Pair Finds Comfort in Each Other Before a Heartwarming Twist
When life feels challenging, nothing beats the comfort of a best friend by your side. For Karma and Gigi, two vastly different dogs, this sentiment couldn’t be more true. Their…