An 18 week old puppy was stung over 400 times in his backyard. Luckily, after a veterinarian pulled out all of the bee stingers, the dog survived. Check out the video above for the full story.
Dog Survives After Being Stung 400 Times
Rescued Puppy Enjoys First Bath: Cute Dog Videos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwdo0mmmb8I
OMG! This little puppy is just so cute! Earlier this month, we posted a video about a little dog who HATES bathing. But this newborn dog finds the water relaxing. He lays in the palm of the owner’s hands, closes his eyes and dreams away.
Dog with Human-Like Eyebrows
Sometimes dogs share a lot of the traits that humans do: They care and show sadness. But what about their physical features? When a dog has eyebrows, they somehow become even more cute! Check out the video above for a cute dog with some crazy eyebrows. [wwcAmzAffProducts asin=”https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BHBJPHA/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=yodoggydog-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00BHBJPHA&linkId=190f353ee670f291f90d868c38fb2f0f”][/wwcAmzAffProducts]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uK9bJGejJ0w
Dog Won’t Leave Beloved Stick Behind
In the cute dog video above, this funny dog refuses to leave behind his stick. Although the stick won’t fit through the gate, the dog won’t give up! Luckily, his owner comes to the rescue at the end.
Pet Store Chains: The Top 4
When it comes to pet stores, you want to know who you’re buying from. You want to make sure that they don’t support puppy mills, and preferably, that they help animal welfare either through a charity or through adoption services.
Here is a list of four major pet chains across North America. We have highlighted all the information you need to know to make your decision as a consumer.
PetSmart
PetSmart stores are across North America and give back millions to support animal welfare.
Sells: Pet food, pet products, pet training, grooming and boarding. Many stores provide vet services.
Locations: United States, Canada & Puerto Rico
Number of Stores: 1,249
Year Founded: 1994
Charitable Donations: PetSmart Charities saves more than 500,000 homeless pets a year
Other Facts:
- PetSmart also owns PetFoodDirect.com, Pet360.com, OnlyNaturalPet.com and petMD.com
- Around 1,000 pets are adopted each day from PetSmart Charities
- PetSmart Charities has donated more than $165 million to grants and programs related to animal welfare
Petco
Petco is the largest pet retailer, although it does not have locations in Canada. It’s one of the top pet stores.
Sells: Pet products, services and advice
Locations: United States, Mexico and Puerto Rico
Number of Stores: 1,500+
Year Founded: 1965
Charitable Donations: The Petco Foundation has donated over $175 million in support of animal welfare efforts
Other Facts:
- Unleashed by Petco stores have prescription services
- In store adoption events help more than 400,000 animals every year get adopted
Pet Valu
Pet Valu is one of the largest pet retailers and carries supplies for dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles and other animals. It’s a top pet store in Canada, and they are expanding into the U.S.
Sells: Holistic and premium pet products, food, treats and innovative pet supplies.
Locations: United States, Canada
Year Founded: 1976
Charitable Donations: Helps local pets, partners with local shelters, adoption events, pet food bank programs and national donation campaigns.
Other Facts:
- Many stores are locally owned and operated
- Pet Valu also owns Paulmac’s Pet Food and Bosley’s
Pet Supplies Plus
Pet Supplies Plus caters to dogs, cats, fish and reptiles.
Sells: Pet food, treats and supplies
Locations: United States
Year Founded: 1988
Charitable Donations: N/A. Some stores hold adoption events.
Other Facts:
- Growing commitment to feature products made in the USA
- Large selection of natural food
How to Cut A Dog’s Nails (Without Hurting Him!)
Cutting your dog’s nails is stressful—for both him and you! You know you have to do it, but you’re so afraid of hurting your baby that you may tend to put it off. We’re going to banish that fear once and for all by teaching you how to cut a dog’s nails.
Step #1: Play with His Feet
If your dog is full grown, this step may not work and may not be possible. However, if your dog is a puppy, we strongly suggest that you play with his paws. One of the hardest challenges with cutting his nails is that he hates his feet being touched—it freaks him out! But if you’ve played with his paws ever since he was a puppy, that action will become normal and hopefully nothing for him to be weirded out by.
While he’s laying down, instead of petting him, gently massage each of his paws. If he doesn’t like his paws being massaged, start of by simply holding his paws with a little pressure, then gradually build up to massasing him.
Here’s a great video guide on how to do this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RUlz2WLKyQ
Step #2: Get Supplies Ready
Before you sit down to clip your dogs nails, ensure you have all the necessary supplies ready and out.
You’ll need:
Nail Clippers- There’s a few different types of nail clippers you can purchase and many brands to choose from. If you’re purchasing them in a pet store, ask the sales associate the differences and what he or she would recommended for your dog’s breed. If you’re purchasing them online, be sure to check reviews. Remember: You’re going to want quality clippers for the easiest cut possible.
Clotting Powder– If you cut the nail too short (easy to do) then your dog’s nail will start bleeding. To stop it from bleeding, you’ll need to use some sort of clotting powder. You can purchase styptic powder or even cornstarch will work.
Treats or a Bone– If you choose to distract your dog with something yummy, make sure you have it on hand first.
Nail File- After cutting, his nails will likely have ridged edges.
Step #3: Catch Him When He’s Sleepy
If you can tell your dog is hyper, excited and wants to play, it’s not the right time to clip his nails. It will make it even harder. Instead, catch him when he’s tired. This could be after he eats, after a long walk or play session, or just around the time when he usually sleeps.
Step #4: Identify the Quick
When you choose the first nail to cut, you must identify where the quick is. The quick is basically a tube inside your dog’s nail that contains blood and a nerve. Since he will start bleeding if you cut the quick, you will want to cut the nail BEFORE the quick starts.
If your dog’s nail is white, you will probably see a pink part. That is the quick. If your dog’s nails are darker, it will be a bit more difficult. In this case, some experts suggest that you put the clippers onto the pad of your dog’s paw and angle it 30 to 45 degrees and clip. To see a demonstration of this, watch the video below.
Step #5: Cut the Nail
You may choose to have someone hold your dog if he’s too excited. If not, firmly grasp his paw and use the clippers to cut before the quick. If you’re afraid of cutting the quick, you may choose to only clip a little bit at a time.
Continue with each nail.
Step #6: Use Clotting Powder (if necessary)
If you accidently cut the quick, compress the wound with a towel of some sort. Next, pour some clotting powder into the palm of your hand and dip your dog’s nail into it. Some people also run the nail through a bar of soap to stop clotting. This should stop the bleeding. If bleeding does not stop, consult a vet.
Step #7: File Nail
Use a nail file to smooth down your dog’s nails. File until there are no ridged edges.
Step #8: Praise and Reward
Having her nails cut is stressful for her, too! Be sure to reward her after you’re finished. Tell her how good she was and give her a treat or special bone. This will make her more likely to calm down next time.
Comment your tips for cutting dog’s nails! Help others!
Funny Dogs Playing in Snow: Must Watch Compilation
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! The year of 2016 was full of up and downs and many surprises.
But we want to start 2017 off on a positive note! The video above features a whole bunch of uber-cute dogs playing in the snow. One even takes a ride on a toboggan himself! This year, let’s start January 1st off right!
Popular Dog Names for 2016
As the year draws to an end, we take a look back at the trends we’ve seen come and go. Let’s take a look at this year’s most popular dog names.
For the second consecutive year, “Bella” and “Max” were the most popular pet names in America for dogs and cats, according to Nationwide, the nation’s first and largest provider of pet health insurance with more than 575,000 insured pets. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Bella has led the way as the most popular pet name in America for both canines and felines.
Here are the 10 most popular dog names for 2016:
- 1. Bella
- 2. Max
- 3. Lucy
- 4. Bailey
- 5. Charlie
- 6. Daisy
- 7. Molly
- 8. Cooper
- 9. Buddy
- 10. Lola
Although the top two monikers remained the same as last year, there were multiple changes to the top 10 for each species. In dogs, the name “Cooper” continued its growth in popularity and propelled to the eighth most popular name among canines – up more than one hundred spots from three years ago. Among female dog names, Sophie and Maggie both decreased significantly and dropped out of the top 10, while Lola surged into the tenth spot. Among cats, Luna saw an incredible increase in popularity among cat owners and surged into fourth place after failing to break into the top 10 last year, while Sophie saw the most significant drop.
“Our annual review of the most common pet names gives us a unique view of popular trends among our members,” said Carol McConnell, DVM, MBA, Vice President and Chief Veterinary Officer for Nationwide.
“Our data often shows increases in certain pop culture themes among pet monikers. The most significant theme has been the continued popularity of the name Bella, which has remained one of the top names ever since the Twilight series was introduced more than 10 years ago.”
Despite these monikers being the most popular, many pet lovers choose less conventional names for their companions such as “McLoven the StudMuffin” and “Agent Jack Meower,” who were crowned as Nationwide’s Wackiest Pet Names earlier this year. View the hilarious dog names here.
