If you’re wondering, “Should I spay or neuter my dog?”The short answer is: Absolutely, yes. It’s totally normal to feel nervous about your pup having surgery, but understanding why the…
Is your dog growling, snapping or showing other signs of aggression? It can be scary — but aggression is almost always a communication issue, not a “bad dog” problem. Your…
It’s incredibly hard to see your dog so anxious that it starts affecting your daily life together. And yes — dogs can experience real anxiety, and some even develop anxiety…
Does your dog whimper when you grab your keys? Or leave a disaster zone for you to come home to? As much as we’d all love to stay home with…
You might think antidepressants are a human-only thing — but sometimes our pups are prescribed them, too. And while they can help with certain issues, they’re not usually given for…
Ever wondered whether dogs can get anxiety?They definitely can — and knowing the signs is key to helping your pup feel safe and supported. Just like humans, dogs can experience…
On a warm October afternoon near Penny Road Pond in Barrington, Illinois, the air was buzzing with birdsong and frog croaks. The peaceful forest preserve looked as serene as ever…
Last month, while searching for an abandoned husky, Don Boston — founder of the Abilene Stray Animal Program — came across someone he wasn’t expecting. A lone dog wandered along…
Oscar, a miniature poodle, was found severely injured and abandoned in a garbage can at a Vancouver park in April 2025. Discovered by walkers, the roughly 10-year-old dog had broken…
Earlier this month, the newest staff member at Central Arkansas Rescue Effort for Animals (CARE) arrived for her shift before sunrise — and immediately froze. Sitting outside the shelter’s front…
Earlier this month, a driver traveling down a rural Missouri road spotted something strange: a woman standing by the shoulder, peering into an old, battered suitcase. Concerned, the driver pulled…
When TikTok user Jeanelle Kayy was driving through Long Beach, California last month, a blur of black fur beneath the highway made her hit the brakes. Curious and alarmed, she…
When Simone Belser, cofounder of Protect Animals Worldwide, received a call about a dog abandoned in a dumpster, she didn’t hesitate. She went straight to the location, lifted the heavy…
Bringing home a new dog is exciting — you can’t wait to introduce her to everyone and take her everywhere. But before you jump in, it’s important to help her…
When a little pug-mix family arrived at the Benton-Franklin Humane Society (BFHS) in August, everyone instantly fell in love. The devoted mama and her three adorable puppies were full of…
Does your sweet, goofy dog suddenly turn into a growling gremlin the moment you reach for his favorite toy?Or maybe he stiffens over his food bowl, snaps at anyone who…
As heavy rain poured over Camarillo, California, a crew from Ventura County Public Works was monitoring a flooding canal when something unusual caught their eye. Amid the rushing water, they…
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting — the cozy bed, the overflowing toy bin, the endless cuddles. But before the fun really begins, there’s one major milestone every new…
Teaching your dog the “leave it” command is a key part of dog training and is one of the most valuable skills you can give her. It teaches impulse control,…
Puppies are adorable — that part’s easy.What’s a little less cute? Figuring out how to train one, especially if you’ve never had a puppy before. The good news: training doesn’t…
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