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Dog Looks Like He’s Babysitting, but He’s Really After the Cracker in Baby’s Hand
A video on Instagram shows a toddler who has found a perfectly comfortable place to sit, and a Pit Bull named Gideon seems happy to let him stay there. For a moment, it really does look like Gideon is patiently babysitting while the little boy watches TV. Then Gideon notices one very important detail: there’s […] The post Dog Looks Like He’s Babysitting, but He’s Really After the Cracker in…
What Dogs Want acquires Rochdale Canine Country Club
Under the new ownership, the Rochdale Centre will introduce Strackbein’s enrichment programme, combining daycare with structured mental and physical activities, rest periods and supervised social interaction
The Innocent Hound maintains SALSA accreditation for a decade
The Wetherby-based business, which manufactures air-dried food and treats for dogs and cats, was founded in 2013 by Chloe Heaton
Health & Vet
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Golden Retriever ‘Lost Her Spunk’ Until an Unlikely Duck Friend Changed Everything
Barley, a Golden Retriever from New York, became the star of a CBS Sunday Morning reel after her family noticed a dramatic change in her personality. Owners Justin and Tori Cannarelli said Barley lost her usual spark after beginning medication for seizures. Then Louie, a duck brought home for a short visit, formed an unexpected […] The post Golden Retriever ‘Lost Her Spunk’ Until an Unlikely Duck…
Fromm Family Foods Voluntarily Recalls Turkey Pâté Wet Food and Diner Classic Milo’s Meatloaf Pâté Wet Food For Dogs
Due to Potential Metal Contamination.
Voluntary recall of Northwest Naturals raw pet food products
Northwest Naturals of Portland, Oregon, US, is voluntarily recalling two frozen raw pet food products after FDA testing detected Salmonella and Listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date […] The post Voluntary recall of Northwest Naturals raw pet food products appeared first on Pet Insight .
Brain Teaser: Can you solve this puzzle?
Test your veterinary knowledge with our monthly challenge, featuring a nine-year-old intact female Bulldog presenting for lethargy and a decreased appetite.
Care & Training
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Golden Retriever & Little Girl Look Like They Were Born To Be Best Friends
A little girl and her Golden Retriever do not need much to turn an ordinary outing into playtime. For them, a walk along the sidewalk becomes more entertaining when one is giggling, and the other is determined to follow. Their sweet interaction was captured in a video in which their mom calls the pair “built […] The post Golden Retriever & Little Girl Look Like They Were Born To Be Best Friends…
Professional Grooming Secrets Every Dog Owner Should Know
As a professional groomer, I've seen firsthand how consistent at-home maintenance can make all the difference. Here are some of the biggest grooming tips I share with my own clients.
Mom Witnesses Golden Retriever Become Toddler’s ‘First Love’ One Core Memory at a Time
A Golden Retriever named Skylar is growing up beside Dev’s little boy in the sweetest video shared by @skylars.the.limit. The golden dog and the toddler move through everyday moments together in New Jersey, from sleepy cuddles to snowy backyard play. The reel frames their bond as a child’s “first love,” showing how a family pet […] The post Mom Witnesses Golden Retriever Become Toddler’s ‘First…
Is Doggy Day Care or Dog Walking Better for Your Dog?
A professional dog trainer shares insights on choosing a dog walker or day care for... The post Is Doggy Day Care or Dog Walking Better for Your Dog? appeared first on The Rover Blog .
Nutrition
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Nom Nom Breaks Through Frozen Friction With Scoopable Meal Clusters
Fresh-frozen Vibrant Nutrition has never been easier, with new complete and balanced recipes that scoop from frozen and quick thaw for mealtime in 15 minutes.
Nova Dog Chews launches collagen-based Wonder Bars
New hand-poured dog chews combine gelatine and collagen in two flavours and sizes
Fussie Cat Launches Essence Dry Food Line With Over 86% of Protein From Animal Sources
New recipes pair high-quality animal protein with purposeful ingredients for digestion, joint health and coat condition support.
Annamaet Petfoods Highlights New Freeze-Dried Raw Line at SUPERZOO
Offering complete raw nutrition with everyday convenience, visit their booth #3958 at SUPERZOO to learn more.
Feel-Good Stories
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Dog’s Extensive Meal Prep Has Grandpa Shaking His Head in Disbelief
A dog’s elaborate meal prep leaves his grandpa in disbelief in a humorous Instagram video. The clip shows that a Doberman named Arlo has an extensive routine, which is much better than any human’s. Arlo’s grandpa casually asks the pooch’s dog mom about his dinner. While the conversation starts in a normal way, the more […] The post Dog’s Extensive Meal Prep Has Grandpa Shaking His Head in…
Little Girl’s Bond With First Dog Becomes a Love Story To Cherish, One Precious Memory at a Time
When a child grows up alongside a dog, ordinary days can turn into memories they carry for years. A walk around the house, a game outside, or a simple cuddle can become part of a special friendship that develops naturally over time. That is exactly what a recent video featuring a little girl and her […] The post Little Girl’s Bond With First Dog Becomes a Love Story To Cherish, One Precious…
Big Dog Sleeps Next to Little Human & Makes It Clear He Wants More Than Just Snuggles
There’s nothing more precious than a friendship between a family dog and a kid. However, the fur babies can sometimes be quite demanding when it comes to their little human siblings. This video captured a charming big dog napping next to his human sibling, a little boy. The fur baby then made it clear that […] The post Big Dog Sleeps Next to Little Human & Makes It Clear He Wants More Than Just…
Toddler Warns Golden Retrievers During Their Walk, Then Comforts Them in the Sweetest Way
Nothing feels more heartwarming for dog owners than to see their children being protective of their fur babies. This video captured a toddler named Olivia giving warnings to her two Golden Retriever sisters, Lady and Lily, during their walk. The toddler also comforted the two dogs in the most adorable way possible. On August 18, […] The post Toddler Warns Golden Retrievers During Their Walk, Then…
Wildlife & Nature
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Marmite lures discovery from lake depths
Dr. Roe Stuart didn't find a taniwha in the unexplored depths of New Zealand's lakes—but they may have found a new species of fish.
Turning Field Guides into Works of Art
If you're like me, you have a lot of field guides lying around. And I mean a lot. I have, of course, the guide that I still use regularly of the eastern birds of North America, but I also have field...
Drone laser scans map more than 1,000 trees across 90-acre campus
It took one drone, 300 million laser data points and seven teams of students on foot to map Wake Forest University's trees. Led by Ovidiu Csillik, an assistant professor of remote sensing in the environment and sustainability studies program, the project produced a publicly accessible, interactive 3D digital map of more than 1,000 trees and helped the university earn international accreditation…
Growing Indigenous food trees in East Africa fights malnutrition and biodiversity loss
When the sugary-sweet masuku plum is in season in Malawi, locals go wild over it. “They will eat it while traveling, in the bath, on the streets … they just eat,” said Richard Swirah, an agroecologist with the Malawi chapter of the organization WeForest. Swirah has seen firsthand that native fruits like the masuku (Uapaca […]
Science & Research
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Bees see the world in more ways than previously thought
The honey bee has held a special place in vision research. It is one of the best-studied insects, and much of what scientists know about how bees perceive the world is based on studies of honey bees.
Mom Finds Golden Retriever Suspicious, Only To Discover What He’s Been Hiding
This video featuring a Golden Retriever hiding his duck friend from his mom is too wholesome to miss. While the dog named Boojeaux already has loving humans around him, he recently got some unexpected companions. His parent, who goes by the Instagram account @dojeauxcreamgoldens, recently brought home a few ducks. It didn’t take long for […] The post Mom Finds Golden Retriever Suspicious, Only To…
No smartphone, no problem: Plants have their own built-in 'Season-Meter'
You may check your phone before deciding what to wear tomorrow. Plants do something similar: they carry an internal gadget called a "Season-Meter" that tracks temperatures over the preceding weeks or months to help determine when to flower. By comparing two wild perennial plant species over two years, researchers from the University of Tsukuba found that each of the three genes in this…
Extraordinary immune gene diversity in Atlantic herring exceeds that of other vertebrates, including humans
Atlantic herring travel in massive schools that can contain hundreds of millions—and sometimes even billions—of fish. While this abundance is characteristic of one of the most successful vertebrates on Earth, it also creates ideal conditions for viruses, bacteria and parasites to spread.
Senior Pet Care
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Senior Golden Retriever Spent Years Silent, but Now Earns Praises for His ‘Happy Woos’
Bruce spent more than eight years in a puppy mill where he rarely had the freedom to express himself, but the senior Golden Retriever now fills his home with happy “woos.” His family has watched the once-silent dog slowly learn that using his voice no longer brings fear, but instead earns him affection and praise. […] The post Senior Golden Retriever Spent Years Silent, but Now Earns Praises for…
Senior Rescue Dog Watches Human Head for the Door, Afraid They’re Leaving Her Behind Again
A 13-year-old rescue dog named Olive gives her human a heartbreaking look whenever they prepare to leave the house, making it hard to walk out the door without stopping for another goodbye. The senior Border Collie appears to watch every move closely, as if she wants to make sure her person isn’t leaving her behind. […] The post Senior Rescue Dog Watches Human Head for the Door, Afraid They’re…
Senior Shelter Dog Gives Family 13 Loyal Years, Only for Her To End up Alone in a Kennel
For dogs, a home is more than just a place to sleep. After years of sharing a life with the same people, their family and familiar surroundings can become the only world they know. That sense of security was suddenly taken away from Polly, a senior dog whose story was shared in a video after […] The post Senior Shelter Dog Gives Family 13 Loyal Years, Only for Her To End up Alone in a Kennel…
Holistic arthritis relief for cats
Help your arthritic cat feel more comfortable with holistic care options, including nutrition, supplements, acupuncture, herbal remedies, and supportive home changes. Recognizing pain in cats can be challenging, especially when arthritis causes chronic discomfort. Even veterinarians often overlook signs of pain in cats. This is partly because some kitties won’t show discomfort in stressful…
Adoption & Rescue
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‘Discarded’ Shelter Dog’s Reward for 8 Years of Loyalty Is a Lonely Kennel Life
An Instagram video of a shelter dog showed a German Shepherd struggling in a kennel. He has been a loyal member of a family for eight years, but then was “discarded” in the shelter. He seems confused and doesn’t understand why his people have not come back to take him home. Meanwhile, it’s been a […] The post ‘Discarded’ Shelter Dog’s Reward for 8 Years of Loyalty Is a Lonely Kennel Life appeared…
Shelter Dog’s Injury Is No Fault of Hers, but It Has Humans Viewing Her Differently
The sound of a squeaky toy was all it took to bring a shelter volunteer back down the kennel hallway after she was ready to leave for the night. There was Pele, standing at her kennel door with her favorite toy still in her mouth and looking as though she had been waiting for someone […] The post Shelter Dog’s Injury Is No Fault of Hers, but It Has Humans Viewing Her Differently appeared first on…
‘Neglected’ Rescue Dogs Find Comfort in Each Other Because Everybody Needs a Good Friend
Sometimes, a rescue dog‘s life can change simply by finding a friend who understands. And as seen in the video by @tfo300, that seems to be what happened with Biscuit and Koby, two neglected foster dogs who now find comfort, confidence, and happiness in each other’s company. ‘Neglected’ rescue dogs’ life together in foster home […] The post ‘Neglected’ Rescue Dogs Find Comfort in Each Other…
‘Nervous’ Foster Dog’s First Walk Didn’t Go as Expected, but Everything Changed 2 Weeks Later
A nervous shelter pup named Trout showed how much patience can change a dog’s world. In a reel by @bernieandthebean in Durham, North Carolina, the furry baby first appears unsure during his walk with his foster humans. Two weeks later, he moves with more confidence, follows the path, and even walks beside another dog. Foster […] The post ‘Nervous’ Foster Dog’s First Walk Didn’t Go as Expected…
Pet Industry
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Central Bark Makes Debut on the Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies
National expansion and record-breaking location performance propel the brand to its first milestone appearance.
WildWash partners with Jo Malone London on new dog grooming collection
The collaboration brings WildWash’s pet-care expertise to Jo Malone London’s first dog shampoo, launching nationwide on 1 September
PetPivot Marks International Cat Day With the Launch of PoPoLitter
New mineral litter developed for AutoScooper supports cleaner, more manageable daily litter care for cats and their owners.
Citizens Pet Launches Unconditional, a Premium Air-Dried Dog Food Brand Making Nutrition More Accessible
New brand debuts at SUPERZOO with nationwide retail availability to follow, protein forward recipes, proprietary air-drying technology and a commitment to real ingredients, transparency and value.
Pet Tech & AI
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Using AI to track bird migration
On hearing the first cuckoo of spring, the poet's heart might sing, and while one swallow does not make a summer, the annual migrations of bird species across continents have fascinated us for centuries. Today, however, technology is giving ornithologists the means to follow these incredible journeys in ways that would have been unimaginable to earlier generations of naturalists.
Doolittle Corporation’s ROSIE AI Translates What a Dog Is Feeling
The patent-pending engine behind TalkingDOG is now live and testable by anyone.
The Best Robot Vacuums for Dog Hair
Shedding season means a whole lot of hair on your clothes, furniture, and floors. If you have a Husky, German Shepherd, Collie, or other double-coated breed, you know how much hair ends up on your floors and under your furniture. Outsourcing the vacuuming to a robot vacuum may mean less time for you cleaning up […] The post The Best Robot Vacuums for Dog Hair appeared first on Whole Dog Journal .
How AI helps gather remote biodiversity data: Interview with Microsoft’s Juan Lavista Ferres
At a meeting with conservationists a couple of years back, Juan Lavista Ferres had a eureka moment. As the director of Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab, Lavista Ferres has extensively worked on projects that use artificial intelligence technology to process and analyze biodiversity data. At that particular meeting, however, he realized that a glaring gap […]