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Newsweek
23-07-2025
- General
- Newsweek
Dog Learns To Open Door, Owner Can't Believe Who's Also Sat on Front Porch
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A Labrador retriever from North Carolina recently went viral after his owners revealed his latest trick, opening the front door to let himself out; however, they had no idea who was hanging out in the porch with him. In a viral TikTok video shared on Friday under the username @uruguayanprincesss, the dog's owner can be seen walking outside their front door, to find the pup chilling in the porch with their black cat sat on the cushioned chair, keeping his canine sibling company. "My dog has learned to open the door, so now he lets himself and the cat out every morning and they do this," reads layover text in the clip. The caption says: "I aspire to be this level of unbothered." Many pet owners believe that they have to choose between a cat and a dog, but studies show that the two can actually live comfortably with each other, and may even become friends, like the pair in the clip. A 2020 study by Italian scientists, published in the journal PLOS ONE, surveyed 1,270 pet owners who own both a cat and a dog, and found that the two can easily cohabit without much conflict. Findings from the study showed that over 64 percent of the cats and dogs living together also played together; 58 percent chased each other; and 41 percent fought. Almost two-thirds of the pets sometimes playfully "ambushed" each other. While most dogs can be trained to live with cats, some dog breeds are more suited for life with a feline than others. Burns Court Veterinary Care says that, because of their friendly manners, dogs such as Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and beagles are the breeds that get along best with felines. Cat breeds that are most likely to accept dogs into their life include Maine coons, rag dolls, and Siamese. Stock image: A black Labrador retriever stands outside a house. Stock image: A black Labrador retriever stands outside a house. getty images The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 1.6 million views and more than 460,000 likes on the platform. One user, Jussstcassie, commented: "I love that they have no desire to run away they just wanna sit on the porch in the sun." Rachel said: "When my black cat learned to open doors, he would go to neighbors houses and walk right in if their door wasn't locked." Erick Madrigal added: "I wish I could trust my dog to do this but he barks and straight lines anything that moves." Newsweek reached out to @uruguayanprincesss for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
22-07-2025
- General
- Newsweek
Dog in Shelter for Over 365 Days Still Looking for a Forever Home
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. An animal shelter from Fresno, California, recently shared a video of their longest-staying canine resident, 2-year-old Zelda, and internet users can't believe that the sweet pup still hasn't found a home. The viral video shared on TikTok earlier in July, under the username @ shows the shepherd mix pup looking sad as she is locked in her kennel, waiting patiently for somebody to choose her. A caption says: "POV [point of view]: you visit an animal shelter and ask to see the dogs who has been there the longest. This is Zelda … This has been her view for 365+ days … "She's watched adopters walk right past her and choose someone else every time. She would need to be the only pet in the home … Please consider giving her a chance …" Jackie Gonzalez, a volunteer at the Valley Animal Center in Fresno, California, where Zelda is available for adoption, told Newsweek that the dog was dumped in their lobby one day, and has been in their care for over a year. "She was adopted once but returned just three days later. She loves people, is toy-motivated, and eager to please, but she struggles in her kennel, often suckling on her blankets to self-soothe," Gonzalez said. She added that Zelda isn't dog- or cat-friendly, which makes finding her the right home harder. "She needs an active, pet-free home with someone who can give her the exercise and love she craves. She's been overlooked for too long—she deserves a real chance," Gonzalez said. Active dog breeds need about one or two hours of exercise daily, including walks, runs, hikes, or play sessions, so they are best-matched with people who look forward to spending some quality time with their pup. Some of the most-active dog breeds include Border collies, Australian shepherds, Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, Siberian huskies, German shepherds, and Belgian Malinois. Other breeds that are also considered to be among the most active include Jack Russell terriers, vizslas, Dalmatians, Weimaraners, and miniature schnauzers. Screenshots of the viral video show Zelda in her kennel, waiting to be taken home. Screenshots of the viral video show Zelda in her kennel, waiting to be taken home. @ The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 22,300 views and more than 7,600 likes on the platform. One user, Sierra, commented: "Sweet babyyy. Someone please give her the life she deserves." Cynn posted: "She's still there?! Please someone foster or adopt. There's no way this sweet baby is still in there." JOlson312 added: "Such a sweet girl. She just wants someone to hug at night." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Deadly dog virus outbreak in Ontario leaves puppies dying as vets race to stop the spread
Symptoms Live Events Mobile clinic No direct treatment (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel A recent outbreak of canine parvovirus CPV ) in Ontario is raising concerns among dog owners and veterinarians across Canada, with experts urging immediate vaccination as the most effective is a highly contagious and potentially deadly virus that primarily affects unvaccinated puppies and young dogs. The virus spreads through contact with infected feces, contaminated surfaces, or the fur and feet of infected animals.'This is a disease we see every year, but outbreaks like the one in London, Ontario, are especially concerning,' said Dr. Tracy Fisher, a veterinarian in Regina and president-elect of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association. 'It's preventable, and yet we still see tragic cases.'Symptoms of the virus include severe vomiting and diarrhea, often with blood and a strong odor, fever, lethargy, and loss of appetite. CPV attacks a dog's white blood cells and can damage the intestinal lining, making it difficult for young or unvaccinated animals to recover without intensive told CTVNews that without hospitalization and proper treatment, survival rates in very young puppies can be as low as 20 to 30 percent. However, with timely and intensive supportive care, including IV fluids and antibiotics, survival rates can exceed 80 late June, veterinarians in London launched a mobile clinic in a housing complex to provide low-cost vaccines and testing. The Windsor area saw 14 dogs die during a December outbreak, while last fall, a Winnipeg dog rescue warned of a possible outbreak in breeds, including Rottweilers, Dobermans, Labrador retrievers, and American Staffordshire terriers, are more susceptible to severe illness, according to VCA Canada, a national network of animal Canada currently has no approved direct treatment for parvo, a new monoclonal antibody therapy recently received conditional approval in the US. The treatment, developed by Elanco, provides passive immunity and has shown promising survival results in infected puppies.'We're excited about the promise of this,' Fisher said. 'Parvo is such a miserable disease. This new treatment gives us hope, especially for puppies.'Still, Fisher emphasized that prevention remains the best strategy.'Vaccinate on time, especially for puppies,' she said. 'It's the most effective way to protect your dog.'
Newsweek
03-07-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Woman Loses Dachshund at Home, Can't Believe Where She Finds Him
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In a viral TikTok video a woman thinks she's lost her friend's dog, but where she finds him immediately after has left internet users in hysterics. The hilarious clip, shared on Sunday under the username @_thingsbyhannah_, shows the poster's friend looking everywhere around the house to find the little dachshund, but he's nowhere in sight. "My roommate sent me this video of her losing my wiener dog," reads the caption shared with the clip. The poster's friend can be heard saying: "It's 2 am and I just got back. I'm looking everywhere for George", as she walks into the bedroom to find the small pup lying belly up on her pillows, chilling out like nothing happened after she searched the entire house for him. "I'm like, has he been outside this whole time?" she continues. While some dogs, especially smaller ones, aren't very active, and love spending time in bed chilling, others need lots of physical activity every day to thrive. According to Vet Help Direct, the dog breeds that need the most exercise include Hungarian Vizslas, Doberman pinchers, Weimaraners, working cocker spaniels, Rhodesian ridgebacks, Labrador retrievers, and border collies, among others. Small Door Veterinary says that while less active breeds only need about 30 to 60 minutes of exercise each day, more active ones need at least 60 to 90 minutes to get all their energy out and avoid nighttime zoomies. As for Dachshunds, both miniature and medium-sized require minimal exercise. That's because they have short legs and long bodies, which makes excessive running and jumping hard for them. Instead, they are great couch companions. A stock image shows a dachshund dog hiding under a blanket. A stock image shows a dachshund dog hiding under a blanket. getty images The video quickly went viral on social media and it has so far received over 16.8 million views and 4.6 million likes. One user, Sav, commented: "I have a wiener dog and this is definitely a regular occurrence. One time I posted in our local missing pets page and turns out she was under my blanket ignoring me crying screaming her name the whole time." Mackencheez said: "I'm always saying dachshunds are absolutely the cuddliest breed, and they always love being under blankets and will even get under one by themselves. I've never seen any other breeds do that, a least not nearly as much (so if any of you want to get a dachshund, be careful not to sit or walk on any blanket piles)." User2571959333191 added: "My wiener dog figured out how to unzip my sofa cushions and burrow into the stuffing. I have to warn people about it when I have company." Newsweek reached out to @_thingsbyhannah_ for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Malaysian Reserve
16-06-2025
- Science
- Malaysian Reserve
Detector Dogs: Agriculture's Best Friend
MISSION, Kan., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — (Family Features) They may be cute, fluffy and friendly, but some dogs also have an important job: protecting America's food supply. By deploying specially trained beagles, Labrador retrievers and Jack Russell terriers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Services' (APHIS) Detector Dog Program puts elite canines to work on the front lines at international airports, mail facilities and border crossings throughout the nation. These furry sleuths maneuver between passengers and luggage to search, locate and respond to the presence of banned fruits, plants and meats that may harbor damaging insects and diseases that threaten the country's agricultural production and natural resources. The program was started in 1984 and soon grew in demand. By 2009, APHIS opened a 17-acre National Detector Dog Training Center near the Atlanta International Airport. At the center, dogs and their handlers go through an 8-10-week training program to learn how to inspect passenger luggage and handbags for agricultural goods such as fruits, vegetables, beef and pork. Detector dogs patrol ports of entry, borders and airports to keep harmful pests, like invasive fruit flies, out of the country. For example, labrador retrievers and their handlers protect the nation's fruit by patrolling citrus orchards along the Texas–Mexico border in search of infested or diseased crops. Safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources is part of the program's mission, but APHIS' Detector Dog Program also partners with countries like Canada and Taiwan to supply guidance, training and testing of canine detection. There are even detector dog teams on the job at cargo airports throughout countries in the Pacific, tasked with identifying invasive species and stopping them from reaching Hawaii. The work these dogs and their handlers do is critical to help stop the spread of invasive plant and animal pests and diseases that could ravage America's agriculture. A detector dog's career spans 6-8 years before they retire at 9 years old. At retirement age, 90% of dogs are adopted by their handler. In the rare case they are not, the handler will recommend a good home and a successful adoption program ensures all dogs are well placed. Constantly on the lookout for new pups, APHIS works closely with animal shelters, rescue groups and private individuals to find the right dogs for the job from anywhere in the country. New recruits are 1-3 years old, heartworm negative, have high food drive and are environmentally and socially friendly. The ideal candidate is often that high-energy, hard-to-handle pooch who simply needs a job and a purpose. If you or someone you know would like to help the program grow its squad of super sniffers, email usdacanineadoptions@ call (887) 797-3899 or learn more at Content courtesy of USDA Michael Frenchmfrench@ About Family Features Editorial SyndicateA leading source for high-quality food, lifestyle and home and garden content, Family Features provides readers with topically and seasonally relevant tips, takeaways, information, recipes, videos, infographics and more. Find additional articles and information at and
