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                                                      thedodo.com Flora and Dexter   Flora is a 100-pound malamute that could tower over her feline companion, 20-year-old Dexter. The duo has been best friends since they were rescued by Best Friends Animal Society and both adopted by the Williams family of Kanab, Utah. But Flora's old friend took a turn for the worse and died two years later, leaving a hole in her heart. Flora’s family though she may never recover from the loss. "Flora was beyond heart-broken," Jill Williams says. "She spent many weeks outside, howling and depressed. It was really sad." The once-cuddly dog became alone and suffered attachment issues. Being a rescue dog, her first home was a bad one. The family explains, "She was extremely shy but over time, became the matriarch of our family," Williams says. "And her calm, s...

Ways You May Be Hurting Your Dog Dogs are the best. There is a reason they are known as ‘man’s best friend.’ They fill your life with so much joy, loyalty, love, and happy memories. There is something about this species that makes you want to do the very best for them. But doing the best for them can also mean that you are hurting them without even knowing it. Nobody wants to admit that they are hurting their dog's feelings. So how can you recognize what you are doing and how can you change it? Emotional Scars Things we think are harmless can be hurtful or terrifying to your dog. Here is a list of ways you are unknowingly hurting your dog’s feelings. Not Paying Attention to Them - There are times when you get home tired after a long day and want nothing to do with your dog. Rejecting or ignoring your dogs attempts to give affection can result in depression. These animals are happy to see you and are eager to show you how much they love you. To them, you are their whole...

Watch Your Pet Around 4th of July In a 2013 study by the University of Bristol’s School of Veterinary Sciences, fireworks were the common trigger in dogs for fearful behavior. Some responses included: trembling, shaking, hiding, and destruction. My dog tends to hide under the bed throughout the night. But, July 4th isn’t the only time she hides; a few days before and after people are still setting of Black Cats or Bottle Rockets. So typically my dog is in hiding for almost a week. Of course, one of the ways we help her is keeping her inside. We’re not monsters, we’re not gonna make her go outside to face her fears- it doesn't work that way. Ways to Help Your Pooch Experts from the Humane Society emphasize the importance of keeping your dog indoors on firework-heavy days. This can help them from running away, or a radio/television can provide good noise distraction. Our dog would hurt herself just to get away. You could talk with your veterinarian about the possibility of...