(FAMILY PICTURES WITH PETS) Do we need to say much more? Here’s a collection of palpably awkward family photos, including the animals in the family. – Global Animal
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Dogs (And Guardians) Show Their Political Bite
(DOGS AND POLITICS) SAN FRANCISCO — DogPac, A political committee that represents dogs and their guardians, has announced their endorsement of John Avalos for mayor of San Francisco. Along with Avalos, DogPac is fighting a leash proposal that is attempting to restrict free roaming areas for dogs in areas such as Golden Gate Park and Ocean Beach. Read on for more regarding DogPac and why they have become so influential. Could pet guardians have a strong political voice other cities? Tell us what you think. — Global Animal
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10-Year Olds Communicate With Canines
(ANIMAL CONNECTION) A new study has taken the old saying, “man’s best friend,” a step further – not only do we depend on each other and share similar emotions, but dogs and humans might even ‘speak’ the same language. More specifically, researchers have found that starting from about 10-years old, people can naturally understand the meaning behind most dog barks. The results from this study also further the argument that there might be a universal animal language. Read on for more on the study’s findings and what it could mean for animal communication. — Global Animal
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Is Our Treatment Of Dogs Over The Top?
(LIFE WITH PETS) Dogs are certainly part of the family, but should they be treated as children? Do we tend to their actual needs, which are fairly basic, or to our needs when caring for them? When we see dogs dressed in clothing and accessories or being pushed in strollers, we may want to ask ourselves if we’re letting dogs be dogs. Read on to get Paula Baker Prince’s take on the current state of our canine companions. — Global Animal
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Top 10 Reasons To Adopt An Older Dog
(ANIMAL ADOPTION) Looking to adopt a pet? If so, you may want to consider rescuing an older dog. Not only are they cute, but they cause fewer messes, are lower key, and are as loving as puppies. Sadly, older dogs in shelters are often overlooked by potential guardians and are consequently euthanized when they aren’t adopted. Read on for more benefits of adding an older dog to your family. You could save a life! — Global Animal
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Short-Faced Breeds Snubbed By Airlines
(PET TRAVEL) — Several airlines have recently banned short-faced breeds of dogs and cats from their airlines. These pets are susceptible to breathing problems heightened by stress from travel and extreme heat, with several dogs dying during flights over the past several years. Although the ban has allowed a specialty service for some private airlines to safely fly these breeds, veterinarians and pet guardians are stuck in a gridlock debate whether pets should fly at all. Must our snub-nosed friends be outlawed from most air travel? Read on to learn more about this controversial issue. — Global Animal
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Don’t Judge A Pup By Its Color
(PET ADOPTION) U.S. animal shelters are taking strides to combat ‘Black Dog Syndrome,’ a phenomenon in which black dogs and cats are often less likely to be adopted and first to be euthanized due to their dark coloring. Shelters are not only providing black pets with colorful bandanas and collars, but they are also beginning to use professional photography and lower adoption fees. Read on for more on how animal shelters are promoting black pet adoption. — Global Animal
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Dogs Smarter Than Cats, Study Says
(ANIMAL INTELLIGENCE) ENGLAND — Not that this is going to end any arguments between cat and dog lovers, but it does give the canine crowd a bit more ammunition! Read how dogs are, gulp, smarter than cats. — Global Animal
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