Bears are curious creatures, so they’re often found wandering in areas they shouldn’t. Because of the Isom Creek Fire in Alaska, these bears are even more at risk now. Bears are commonly found near wildland fires, so it’s important to lead them to an area that’s safer for them and for humans. Redirecting these bears is the important job of a group of Karelian Bear Dogs. The Wind River Bear Institute trains these dogs to detect and herd bears. These … Read more

When Virginia Bell answered her phone in Manatee County, Florida, she heard some unusual news. The person on the other end of the phone said that they had her dog, Spanky. At first, she thought someone had kidnapped her pup, but when she called the dog’s name, her Yorkie, Spanky, came running to her. Bell hung up on the “scammer”. But then, she realized that they might’ve been talking about a different Spanky. 6 years ago, she had lost a … Read more

The University of Bath recently made a major breakthrough in the canine and computer worlds. They discovered a new motion capture system that can turn dogs into digital avatars using limited technology. All you have to do is film your dog with a single camera. In fact, no motion capture suits are necessary. For many dog parents, digitizing dogs into computer games sounds like a fun activity. However, this research can benefit so much more than just entertainment. It could … Read more

There are many misconceptions when it comes to the treatment of animals in Cambodia. While there are certainly some animal abusers in Cambodia just as there are anywhere else in the world, most of those who avoid helping animals are simply afraid of them. As much as I hate to say it, there are just more reasons for Cambodians to be afraid of the animals that wander their street than there are for those in more developed countries. Due to … Read more