A company wants to freeze octopuses alive — Help stop it
An octopus exploring the ocean, where every moment is freedom. In Spain’s Canary Islands, a company is planning to open the world’s first industrial octopus farm — where thousands of these intelligent, sensitive beings would be raised and killed for profit. Octopuses...
Imagine growing old…and being left behind: Adopt a Senior Pet Month
After years of waiting, warmth finally feels like home. November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month , a time to honor the dogs and cats who have already given years of love, yet are now the ones most likely to be forgotten. Take Fiona’s story, a 13-year-old dog who spent 11...
How to Soothe a Dog With Collapsed Trachea (& When to Say Goodbye)
Wondering how to soothe your dog with collapsed trachea? Worrying about how to know when it might be time to euthanize a dog with tracheal collapse? Dr. Dawnetta Woodruff, end-of-life care veterinarian and friend of integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby is here to...
Is Yogurt Good for Dogs? What about Greek Yogurt? A Vet Answers
Is yogurt good for dogs? Unfortunately this can’t be answered with a simple “yes” or “no.” While some types of yogurt may be ok, especially in small amounts, others can be dangerous to your dog’s health. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses which types...
Bianca was too scared to come closer…
Team 600 found in an abandoned lot surrounded by trash. We found Bianca standing alone near a pool of filthy, stagnant water at an abandoned site. She was thin, her head hung low, and every sound made her flinch. She barked when we first approached. Her fear was...
Appetite Stimulant for Dogs: Medications, Tips from a Veterinarian
An appetite stimulant for dogs can be a great way to restore your pup's joy in eating and give him or her more good days. Learn how prescription medications like Entyce and mirtazapine can help. Plus, get expert tips and at-home strategies from integrative...
Dog Goopy Eye: 5 Causes and When to Call the Vet
A dog's goopy eye can be something normal like morning eye boogers, but it could also be a sign of a more serious problem such as dry eye or an eye infection. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discuss the different kinds of "eye goop" your dog might have and...
Can I Give My Dog Melatonin? Help for Hair Loss
Can I give my dog melatonin? You may be asking yourself this if your dog is suffering from hair loss and you are looking for solutions. The answer ultimately lies with your vet, but to aid in that discussion, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby provides...
Who’s next? Colombia outlaws bullfighting and cockfighting
Free at last from the ring of suffering. Great news for animals: Colombia has officially banned bullfighting nationwide — and even...
FHO Surgery in Dogs: What to Expect
Femoral head ostectomy (FHO) surgery in dogs involves surgically removing the head of the femur (ball part of the hip joint) to minimize pain associated with canine hip dysplasia or other conditions involving the hip. Dr. Lauren Blackwelder, friend of integrative...
Stanley
Stanley murtaza@specbee.com Mon, 10/06/2025 - 11:44 NULL When Stanley arrived, his body told the story of hardship—but his spirit? Pure sunshine. ☀️ This calm, gentle boy leaned into every pet, grateful just to be near people who cared.Thanks to a...
Georgie
Georgie murtaza@specbee.com Mon, 10/06/2025 - 11:49 Dog's Age 15 NULL At 15 years old, Georgie has been Vanja’s loyal companion for over five years—offering comfort, love, and joy every step of the way. 💛But when Georgie began experiencing cluster...
Snookie
Snookie murtaza@specbee.com Mon, 10/06/2025 - 11:50 Dog's Age 12 NULL At 12 years old, Snookie the chiweenie may be small, but she’s got a big presence—and a bigger love for treats. 🍖💛Snookie came to Noah's Animal House Foundation as part...
Shadow
Shadow murtaza@specbee.com Mon, 10/06/2025 - 11:51 Dog's Age 15 NULL When Joyce was suddenly hospitalized after being hit by a car, her world changed in an instant. 💔 With no family able to care for her beloved senior dog, Shadow, he was taken to a local...
Kaia
Kaia murtaza@specbee.com Mon, 10/06/2025 - 11:53 Dog's Age 10 NULL At 10 years old, Kaia had already been through more than most. After being part of Animal Friends’ Emergency Board program, her owner’s circumstances changed—and Kaia was officially...