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Georgia nurse that adopts dog after patient dies receives award Kim Still poses with the DAISY Award. | Credit: Courtesy of thedaisyfoundation / Instagram Every pet parent has at some point had to come to grips with the passing of a beloved best friend. Something we might not think about as often, however, is what happens to our animal friends once we pass. Georgia nurse Kim Still was faced with such a situation when a terminal patient she developed a strong bond with passed away recently, leaving her beloved dog behind....

golden retriever gently places gooseling on edge of pond after retrieving him from the other side Credit: Courtesy of thiccccboysonly / TikTok Some things are just animal nature: Lions gonna hunt, birds gonna fly. And golden retrievers? Oh you know they’re gonna retrieve. That brings us to today’s TikTok of Violet, courtesy of user @thicccboysonly. She’s a very good goldie who exhibits the two most important golden retriever traits: She loves everything and she’s going to Bring You Stuff....

Sirius, the brightest star in the constellation Canis Major, influenced what many people refer to as the ‘dog days of summer’. Although it doesn’t have anything to do with temps getting hotter and more sultry, our ancestors once believed it did. That’s where this phrase comes from—our earthbound puppers have nothing to do with it! They also don’t have the chance to fan themselves with their paws and tell us how warm it is, but they have other ways of letting us know they’re heating up....

It is natural that some pet parents notice their fish being asleep and think they are sick since these creatures sleep with their eyes open!At the same time, isn’t it important to know whether your marine friend is OK? It definitely is!Betta fish are particularly famous since they are adorable and reasonably hardy. However, they do have some funky habits that cause pet parents some level of anxiety. Since betta fish, like many other marine animals, do not have eyelids, they seem to be sleeping with their eyes open....

Adding a new kitten to your family is an exciting time! Raising a kitten to adulthood can be an incredibly rewarding way to bond with your pet. From the time they’re born up to their first birthday, these easy care tips can help you keep your pet happy and healthy throughout their first year. How To Care for a Newborn Kitten A mother cat will provide everything a young kitten needs until he is about 4 weeks of age....

close up of golden lab sitting on grass looking up Credit: Alexandra Fernandes / 500px/ Getty Just like for us, back problems in dogs can be annoying, debilitating, and most of all painful—especially when it comes to IVDD (intervertebral disc disease). IVDD can cause as little as minor back pain for your dog, but sometimes it can be much more severe, says Michael Petty, DVM and author of Dr. Petty’s Pain Relief for Dogs: The Complete Medical and Integrative Guide to Treating Pain....

black Shih-poo looking out the window Credit: Fernando Cruz / Shutterstock People like to joke that the internet is 80 percent photographs of pets. Well if that’s the case, then stories like this just prove we’re all doing some truly important work. St. Patrick’s Day was a bad day for Amanda Lambeth of Bangor, Maine. The single mom was out running errands during the day and made a stop at BJ’s Wholesale Club, which is when her 11-year-old shih-tzu-poodle mix Peggy Sue hopped out of the car and made a break for it—a fairly admirable feat for a little dog with only three legs!...

The parson spider (Herpyllus ecclesiasticus) is a type of spider that is native to the regions of North America and can be found in abundance in the United States. They are identified by distinctive white or pinkish marks on their abdomen from which they derive their common name. Females of this species lay their eggs in an egg sac which can be found in enclosed or dark areas to protect them from their predators....

With around 40,000 students, the University of Maryland has a pretty lively and populated campus.The College Park campus not only gives its student body enough chances for recreation and entertainment but also provides many career opportunities. If you are looking to make a career in research regarding public health, law, or biomedical sciences, this university may prove to be one of the best choices for you.With many majors and graduate courses to offer and excellent faculty in each school, you can be assured of quality education....

Kiley Ossello with Ollie, the Dalmatian Credit: Courtesy of Kiley Ossello Kiley Ossello is a Kansas City business owner and lifelong dog lover who is changing the way people in the midwest get married. She’s making it easier for dog owners in her area to include their pets in their weddings—and it’s a pretty genius business model. Ossello’s company, Lending A Paw, assists couples on their wedding day by getting their pooches to and from the venue....

young girl with dog; why are dogs loyal? Credit: Oliver Rossi / Getty On This Page What Is Loyalty? Pack Mentality What Are the Most Loyal Dog Breeds? Activities to Improve Loyalty Few relationships in life are as true and uncomplicated as the ones we experience with our furry friends. But why are dogs so loyal to humans, and how much do nature and nurture influence their behavior? "We often think of dogs as being loyal, but loyalty is a human concept....

History and humanity have been sharing an indestructible bond for a very long time.Do you know a little bit about how diseases were treated in the times of our ancestors? During the 1920s, most people died of their diseases simply due to the absence of a cure.It goes without saying that centuries ago, life was unimaginably different from that of today. There were no smartphones or laptops to carry around, no artificial intelligence systems, or even internet connectivity....

The American Express Company is primarily recognized as a financial company because of its credit card operations.These credit cards, often known as Amex cards, account for approximately a quarter of all credit card payments in the United States.American Express is a credit card company based in Billed company $1.01 trillion American Express cardholders spent $1.01 billion by 2020 on their Amex cards. Berkshire Hathaway acquires American Express. American Express is headquartered in New York and has 24 locations around the United States....

Rich in dietary fiber, unsaturated fats, and vitamins, these legumes are great if you are looking for low-carbohydrate food.3.5 oz (100 g) of boiled soybeans contain 173 calories and great protein content. Hence cooking some tofu for the family is going to be great nutritionally, as well as in terms of taste.Linked to the production of estrogen-like compounds called isoflavones, some people tend to refuse to eat any soybean products, but studies show that this food item will do wonders for your body....

The state of Wyoming offers superb scenic views that can open up your mind and stimulate your senses to deliver a feeling of freedom and adventure.Wyoming has a rich historical past like any other state of the U.S. The individuals who lived here in the past were probably among the most innovative individuals the world has seen.In reality, many individuals who live here don’t know a great deal about Wyoming. So read on to learn more fascinating facts that most individuals don’t know about this beautiful state....

Being the capital and the largest city of Argentina, Buenos Aires is an exceptional place to travel to. As for its location, the western shore of Río de la Plata or River Plate on the southeastern coast of South America is where Buenos Aires is located. But what does the name of this city mean?Buenos Aires means ‘good airs’ or ‘fair winds’, but the latter meaning was given to it by its founders....

dog lying in autumn leaves kissing a child on the cheek Credit: LWA / Dann Tardif / Getty Autumn brings crisp air, warm sweaters, and crunchy leaves perfect for fall hikes with your dog. Your pup may love to play and jump around in fallen leaves, but what if they eat them? In small quantities, most leaves are not harmful to dogs, but it’s always best to know what kinds of trees and plants surrounding your home you should keep your dog away from and when to consider this behavior abnormal....

A pear tree Cleveland is an ornamental tree that is found with beautiful white blooms in the spring season.Cleveland pear trees are a hybrid variety of Callery pears, which were bred to withstand harsh weather conditions and bear only flowers. These trees are typically planted in regions where alkaline soils are found in abundance.If there is one thing about a Cleveland pear tree that attracts the eye of the on-lookers, it is its color....

An Acadian flycatcher or Empidonax virescens is a beautiful small songbird from the family Tyrannidae. The USGS Patuxent Wildlife has conducted numerous research expeditions on this bird. They have identified it as the only type of north American Empidonax with unique nesting features. The nest of an Acadian flycatcher is beautified with nest tails. These birds feed on insect larvae, small species of spiders, flying ants, and so on. These migratory birds prefer the interior parts of the forest....

One of the smallest rodents found in the entire world, the adorable African pygmy mouse is very common. People love having them as pets! The African pygmy mouse (Mus minutoides) is incredibly small in size. They have a red fur coat with a pale belly. These fragile animals are nocturnal therefore they are active during the night. They are social animals and it is essential for them to be around other pygmy mice....