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Warning About Deer Antler "Chews" For Dogs

JayCee — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:09:47 +0000

In a new veterinary report out of the UK, many veterinarians are recommending that dog owners not give antler ‘chews’ to their pets. According to the Dental Vets website, many vets have experienced a surge in the numbers of fractured teeth from STAGbars and other antler type chews sold for dogs as “natural tooth cleaning”. [...]

A Variety Of Dogs Riding In A Car With The Window Down [Video]

CJ — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:38:11 +0000

Fancy video, nope, just dogs riding in a car with the window down. But when you watch it, you’ll smile. There’s just something about the way a dog looks when it has it’s head out the window of a car. They just look like life is just really really good. Wouldn’t it be great if [...]

'Putting Up' Fresh Corn

JayCee — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 02:26:26 +0000

Thanks to my friends Monica and Amy, I am lucky enough to get a sack of fresh corn to put up every year. Amy’s family has a farm near Bachelor, Louisiana, and they grow corn (of different varieties). I am partial to the “sweet corn”, so Amy brings a sack to Monica’s for me each [...]

Dogs Hanging Their Heads Out of Car Windows Will Brighten Your Day

Emerald Catron — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 05:58:57 +0000

Hey, is it a rainy, miserable day where you are? No? Then get off the internet and enjoy the sun for those less fortunate. For the rest of us, here’s this video of dogs hanging their heads out of a car window. It should make you feel at least a little better. Unless you hate [...]

Proof Lullabies Work On Dogs, Too [CUTEST DOG VIDEO]

CJ — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:53:29 +0000

Now the world has proof that lullabies do indeed work on dogs too, not just humans. This video is adorable! In this video, a very cute westie named Maxwell falls asleep whenever he hears ‘Rock-A-Bye Baby’.

Kitten Born with Two Faces

Debbie Ray — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:30:19 +0000

A kitten was born in Oregon on Tuesday. Happens all the time. But this little kitty is special. She has two faces!

Take Your Dog to Work Day is June 21, 2013

Debbie Ray — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:11:16 +0000

Please help me decide who I should bring this year!

K-9 Officer's Final Farewell

JayCee — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:12:26 +0000

Plymouth, Massachusetts’ Police Department paid its final respects to its K-9 partner Kaiser as he was led to the veterinary clinic for the last time.According to the Huffington Post, Kaiser, a 2 year-old German Shepard, had developed a terminal kidney ailment, and the decision was made to put him down. Officers lined the path to [...]

Louisiana Man Faces Felony Charges For Trying To Return Runaway Dog

JayCee — Wed, 29 May 2013 20:30:55 +0000

An East Feliciana man faces felony theft charges after trying to return a help a stray dog, which prompted the dog’s owner to file those charges.According to the report by NBC33, Kyle Wayne Holmes found a dog wandering on his property (26 acres), and contacted neighbors about the dog (trying to find the owner). After [...]

Dog Hit By Car In Busy Traffic Rescued By…ANOTHER DOG! [INCREDIBLE VIDEO]

CJ — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:01:01 +0000

In this most amazing video, a dog is hit by a car in busy traffic when a stray dog risks it’s own life to save the injured dog. This is not a new video, but I had never seen it. In the broadcasting/digital world we think we can’t post something old because everyone has already [...]

Man's Best Friend Until The End: Dog Guards Owner's Body

JayCee — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:12:18 +0000

The Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office released this photo after Monday’s deadly tornado commenting on the pup’s survival. Later, they realize that the pup was guarding a body, possibly its deceased owner. So many sights of sorrow and destruction coming from Oklahoma that it is refreshing to see sights of survival and determination. I do not [...]

Greyhound Lost In New Iberia

JayCee — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:15:09 +0000

Bayou went missing in New Iberia, near City Park.

"Bayou" is a 9 year-old brindle-colored Greyhound, and was last seen near City Park in New Iberia, with a possible sighting on Oswald St.

If you have seen "Bayou", please call 1-888-466-3242.

(Via Homeagain)

Woman Finds Dog In Tornado Rubble During Live Interview

JayCee — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:51:15 +0000

In times like these, there is nothing I can do to turn back the hands of time to prevent such a tragedy. In times like these, I look for the “good” stories, stories of love, hope, and survival. In this clip, a senior being interviewed by a news team finds her dog buried in the [...]

Dog Missing From Duson/Amy Estates Area [UPDATE]

JayCee — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:53:15 +0000

UPDATE: May 20, 2013 - Lola has been found!! The family thanks you for your help! Have you seen Lola? She is missing from the Duson area (Amy Estates subdivision), and the owners would love to have her back home where she belongs! Lola was last seen on D. Arceneaux Road, off of [...]

Watch These Animals Eating All the Ice Cream — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:00:35 +0000

[onescreen item="5074341"] Do you feed your pet the occasional scoop of Rocky Road? As the weather heats up, so does our craving for ice cream. And we’re not the only ones. It’s one of those few precious things that practically all of us can agree on—humans, animals, you name it. Dogs, cats, groundhogs, woodchucks, pigs, guinea [...]

Louisiana Among Worst States For Dogs And Cats!

Chris Reynolds — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:27:48 +0000

It turns out there's a correlation between where you live and the general health and lifespan of your dog and cat (or dogs and cats!)

Cajun Paws Fundraiser May 18

JayCee — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:49:53 +0000

‘Claws for Cajun Paws‘ crawfish boil fundraiser is set for Saturday, May 18 at Tractor Supply in Breaux Bridge. Cajun Paws Rescue is primarily a “pit bull” rescue located in Lafayette, Louisiana with foster homes throughout Acadiana. Their goal is to re-home neglected, abused, and unwanted dogs and place them into a positive family environment [...]

Acadiana Parrotheads Work To Help Zoo

Steve Wiley — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:45:19 +0000

The Sugar Jam Concert Series is at Sugar Mill Pond in Youngsville. Nik-L-Beer will perform Saturday, May 11th from 6-9 pm.

These 13 Yawning Animals Could Be the Cutest Thing of All Time

Cameron Simcik — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:02:36 +0000

Feeling a little sleepy? Is that fifth cup o’ joe not cutting it for you today? It’s OK, these animals know how you feel. Everyone hits that mid-afternoon (or mid-morning) slump sometimes, and furballs are no exception. We’re talking about the days where yawn attacks are never-ending, and we might’ve fallen asleep at our desk for a quick sec. It happens.

What A Dog Goes Through At 'The Pound'

JayCee — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:28:58 +0000

What does a dog go through at the pound? That answer might just break your heart.You may have heard me on the radio around Easter and Christmas time, reminding people that pet rabbits aren’t just for Easter Sunday, they are for life; or that puppies aren’t just for Christmas, they are for life. When I [...]