WARNING: Content may be sensitive to some readers. For nine months, Dr. Kennisha Gilbert contacted authorities about a case of animal neglect in her upstairs tenant’s apartment. But even with video evidence, no one came to help the landlord and OB-GYN physician. The situation only got worse as time went on. She reported excessive barking, an ammonia stench coming from upstairs, and urine leaking through the ceiling. When Gilbert’s social media pleas finally caught the attention of the police and … Read more

Veterinarians across the country have seen an increase in infectious respiratory illnesses in our canine friends. With reports ranging from canine influenza outbreaks to infectious respiratory bacteria, vets are asking you to practice caution with your beloved companions. Dogs are presenting with sniffling and sneezing at an unusually high rate over the last few months. Summer often brings a slight increase in infectious canine disease, but this season seems to be a little different. From July to now, there have … Read more

With so many people in quarantine during the pandemic, animal lovers everywhere realized they had extra time to care for a new furry friend. This led to what is now referred to as the “pandemic pet boom,” giving so many dogs and cats a forever family to call their own. While this was a welcome change for the animal rescue world, it led to some unexpected repercussions that are now impacting both veterinary professionals and fur parents alike. The Pandemic … Read more

On September 22, 2021, a plane crashed just 30 miles southwest of Page, Arizona. The plane came from San Martin, California, and it went down as it was descending into the Arizona city. The cause of the crash is still unknown. It was a smaller plane with two humans and one dog inside. The pilot died amid the crash while the passenger was severely injured. The dog survived but ran off in a panic immediately after. Luckily, officials later tracked … Read more

Police officer Ricardo Rojo of Arkansas was shocked when a large SUV passed his police car with two large dogs dragging behind it. When he questioned the driver, he said he was just “walking them.” But Rojo refused to let someone get away with such blatant animal cruelty. Since then, both dogs have been taken into custody and put into foster homes. One dog suffered from severe injuries, while the other one got away with minor scratches. Both dogs are … Read more

It’s the end of September and we’re most of the way through 2021 already. For many of us, the past two years have been fairly challenging. Having our dogs always nearby for love and companionship during an ongoing pandemic has made a huge difference. Rover released its Best Dog-Friendly Companies 2021 report on the 28th, which shows just how much dogs factor into our changing culture. The report lists the top U.S. companies that offer benefits for dog parents along … Read more

Death is a difficult thing for anyone to grasp. But while humans understand the concept of death, dogs likely don’t know why humans and animals disappear. One dog called Lessie, also referred to as Lassie by some sources, didn’t know how to cope with her human’s death. She shared many years of her life with her human father, so she didn’t understand when he disappeared one day. However, when she attended his funeral, she could tell that he was in … Read more

“Ethan the Dog” is ready to play ball! Which, if you’ve been following his story, you know is nothing short of a miracle. He was chosen as the “celebrity” guest to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the Louisville Bats inaugural “Hops & Hounds” event. Bats fans were encouraged to bring their best furry friends to join them for an evening of baseball and sampling locally brewed beers. The event was held during the Louisville Bats minor league baseball … Read more

It’s easy to get caught up in fame on social media. Many people become obsessed with gaining followers and viewers on sites like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. But the lengths that some people will go to get recognized can be a bit extreme. A TikTok user was repeatedly praised for saving a dog tied to train tracks in a heart-wrenching video. However, experts later announced that the video was likely faked for fame. Many people were worried for the dog’s … Read more

Every year, Curtis Culver and his brother plan a backpacking trip to Grand County, Colorado. Culver’s dog, Stella, usually tags along. This trip was the 20th year so far, but it was the first year they encountered dangerous weather conditions. The three of them had to evacuate to escape a harsh snowstorm, but when help arrived, Stella bolted in fear. Culver panicked as he was forced to leave her behind. Being a smart and resourceful pup, Stella survived five days … Read more

The current animal welfare laws in South Korea protect dogs from cruelty, but not from meat consumption. South Korea’s President Moon Jae-in announced that those laws could soon change. Dog meat consumption isn’t nearly as common as it used to be, but some people are still fighting for it. Yet, with so many citizens adopting dogs and cats, the laws seem outdated and overdue for a change. So, will Moon’s proposed changes become a reality? The sooner dog meat is … Read more

Lucy Edwards ventured out for a bite to eat with her fiance, Olly, to a Yo! Sushi restaurant in Central London. Of course she had her guide dog Molly by her side, as Lucy has had a guide dog since she was 18 years old. Having a guide dog gives Molly the confidence to navigate the world, despite having lost her sight at age 17. When the trio was being seated at the sushi establishment, the server noticed that Lucy … Read more

On the afternoon of September 12, 2021, police were called to South Beach, Georgia. Reports indicated a woman at the beach threw a puppy into the ocean. Her reasoning was as bizarre and sad as the incident itself. Upon arrival, Tybee Island Police initially issued the woman, Candy Marban, a citation. They ultimately charged her with a felony of aggravated cruelty to animals after the full extent of the dog’s condition became clear. According to a release issued by the … Read more