Author: YoCanine

Two dozen heroic hounds were chosen by the American public to advance to the next round for the 2016 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards. The public is now invited to visit HeroDogAwards.org between now and June 22 to vote once per day for their favorite in one of the eight Hero Dog categories. Dog heroes are divided into categories: 111111989???? Arson Dogs 111111989???? Guide/Hearing Dogs 111111989???? Law Enforcement Dogs 111111989???? Military Dogs Search & Rescue Dogs 111111989???? Service Dogs 111111989???? Therapy Dogs 111111989???? Emerging Hero Dogs (ordinary dogs who do extraordinary things) The eight finalists will be flown to Los Angeles to take part in the star-studded sixth annual Hero…

Joint pain is one of the most common problems in aging dogs. While it may not be entirely possible to avoid, you can certainly help your pup slow down the aging process. Weight Control If your dog is overweight, it could cause an unnecessary amount of stress on the joints. Pay attention to the breed’s ideal weight and adjust food intake and exercise accordingly. Regular Exercise When we say exercise, we don’t mean cram it all into one long play session a week. Instead, plan out some time each day to get your dog moving. Not only will…

Brain tumor survivor Calvin, an eight-year-old canine, is happily playing with his favorite toy “crunchy bone” and chasing his French Bulldog sister Olive around the house. Not long ago, such a scene seemed impossible. Calvin’s survivor story began on a Sunday afternoon last September when Gretchen noticed Calvin having a seizure. He was shaking and foaming at the mouth. A trip to the emergency room for overnight observation was followed by a visit to his primary care veterinarian. After some preliminary testing, Calvin was referred to a veterinary neurologist in Arizona. There, MRI results revealed that Calvin had a malignant…

PetSmart has stepped up to help families and pets who have suffered as a result of the Fort McMurray, Alberta Wildfires. PetSmart Canada and PetSmart Charities issued the following statement Monday: “On behalf of PetSmart and PetSmart Charities of Canada, our hearts go out to those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Fort McMurray. We are committed to helping this community, and are working with our animal welfare partners to provide emergency relief to pets and families including at least $100,000 in financial assistance, pet food and products. Additionally, all PetSmart stores in Edmonton will host food drives and encourage…

To celebrate its 100th anniversary of rescuing animals from war, hurricanes, floods and wildfires, the American Humane Association unveiled a gigantic gift. A giant 50-foot-long animal rescue truck is dedicated to helping animals caught in natural disasters and manmade crises such as hoarding and cruelty cases. Funded by the Kirkpatrick Foundation, the William H. Donner Foundation and others, the rescue vehicle will be stationed in Oklahoma’s Tornado Alley, debuting on May 20th – the anniversary of the EF-5 tornado that devastated the city of Moore in 2013. Following that disaster, American Humane Association’s Red Star® Rescue team deployed for a full…

#1 Dog Beer Yes, your dog is not the only one who wants to relax on the couch and watch the game with a nice cold one. Busy Dog Bowser Beer makes beer for dogs, but don’t worry, it’s not alcoholic. What a cute treat! #2 Doggie Cologne Does your dog smell like sh!t sometimes? Don’t worry, he can prepare for his next big date with doggy cologne. There’s even options if you have a girl dog! #3 Dog Hamster Wheel Think hamster wheels are just for hamsters? Well, think again. There’s one for you big…

It’s being described by many as a Western-Canada apocalypse. The raging wildfire across Fort McMurray, Alberta have displaced 88,000 residents since Tuesday. Families’ home have burned down to rubble; some weren’t even able to go back to save important belongings or pets. 1,600 structures have been affected, and with no end of the fire in sight, even more buildings are being threatened. While escaping from the flames, many residents had to leave behind pets because they could not be accommodated in evacuation centers. The Fort McMurray SPCA was evacuated Wednesday and had finally gotten the clear to go back in…

“My Dog is Afraid of His Own Farts”