Holiday celebrations rarely go as planned and often are marked by both small and large complications. The internet resource JustAnswer, a platform that connects users with verified experts, compiled a list of ...
Read More »Today’s news briefs include rich building bunkers, zoologist killed puppies
Today’s News Briefs include bunkers for the rich, Iraqi marriage law, zoologist raped and killed puppies, gun lawsuits dismissed. Famous zoologist guilty of sexually abusing, killing puppies The BBC reports a renowned ...
Read More »Christians far more likely to own dogs than cats: survey
Three-fourths of U.S, Christians who own pets have dogs instead of cats, a Pew Research Center poll found. The study revealed less than half of pet-owning believers (43 percent) have cats. Furthermore, ...
Read More »Study finds pets more important than ever during covid lockdowns
Lockdowns, depression and other consequences of the Covid pandemic are helping people to realize the special place their pets hold. A new survey finds most pet owners say they’ve helped them get ...
Read More »Study on pets finds Evangelical Christians and Catholics more likely to own a dog
By their pets ye shall know them. That is one of the takeaway messages from a recent study about the relationship between pet ownership and religion, first published in the “Journal for ...
Read More »Police put down beagle found skinned alive near Neosho
Police in Neosho, Missouri are investigating an incident of animal cruelty after a beagle was found skinned alive Oct. 3. An $8,000 reward is being offered for information about the case. Neosho ...
Read More »Dogs have personalities that change with age
A new study finds that dogs, just like people, have distinct personalities and it changes over time as they age. Researchers at Michigan State University say dogs also have moods like humans, ...
Read More »Modern day ‘Lassie’ breaks out, runs to get police and saves family
The spirit of Lassie lives in a dog named Sadie who broke out of her house to save her owner’s life. On Wednesday, Feb. 6, the 60-pound pit bull named Sadie was ...
Read More »HHHS holding Super Bowl LIII adoption special today
In honor of Super Bowl LIII Helping Hands Humane Society in Topeka will offer adoption of dogs and puppies for just $53 today, Sunday February 3, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. It ...
Read More »California bans sales of dogs, cats unless they come from shelters
California is set to become the first state in the nation to impose strict rules on pet stores regarding retail sales of live dogs, cats, and rabbits. AB 485, which goes into ...
Read More »‘Broken-hearted’ vet says scared pets look for owners at end of life
A “broken-hearted” vet has revealed how frightened pets search for their owners who have chosen to leave the room when they are put down. In a viral social media post, the anonymous vet wrote that animals ...
Read More »A horse may be your next seat mate on Southwest Airlines
During a time when most businesses are cracking down on the increasing abuse of obtaining unorthodox “service” or emotional support animals and taking them on planes or in restaurants, one airline is ...
Read More »Dog Days a great date flick but with missed opportunities
The movie Dog Days is being marketed as a family flick perfect for young children. It’s really geared more toward older teens and those out for a date night. Dog movies seem ...
Read More »Dog lick leads to man losing all his limbs
In a culture where dogs eat off our plates, sleep in our beds and give slobbery kisses, we’ve forgotten they carry diseases that can kill us. A 48-year-old man with a history ...
Read More »Dog stays by 3-year-old’s side overnight until rescued
Just as the weekend was about to begin, a family in southeast Missouri had reason to celebrate. Three-year-old Remington “Remy” Elliott and her dog, Fat Heath, were found safe and sound after ...
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