Itty-Bitty Pit Bull Is Born With Cleft Palate Before Vets Find Excessive Fluid Around Her Brain

When Sasha the pit bull was born, she looked a little different than most pit bull puppies.

Born in early September, Sasha’s life was immediately in danger. She had a cleft palate and lip, and was unable to nurse from her mama.

Nurse practitioner Marie DeMarco had previously cared for sick kittens, so animal rescuer Courtney Bellew thought she was the perfect person to look after Sasha.

Marie absolutely fell in love with Sasha, but she knew she had a long battle ahead, reports BoredPanda.

Unfortunately, when Sasha was 6 weeks old, a vet discovered that she also had a brain condition, making her a little slower than other puppies her age.

Even though she’s already had her fair share of struggles, Sasha the pit bull isn’t giving up. This little munchkin is a fighter, and her spirit has warmed the hearts of people everywhere.

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Woman With Pigeon In Fanny Pack Attacks Security Guard

The security guard heard a woman yelling at employees at the Social Security Administration Office located at 1121 Waples Mill Road in Fairfax, Tuesday morning, police said.

An officer found 56-year-old Laurie Weave of New York and arrested her. She is being charged with attempted unlawful wounding for attacking the guard with the knife

Police checked inside of her fanny pack and found a small pigeon inside. The pigeon was not hurt and was taken to the animal shelter. Animal Protection police will determine whether or not there are any other possible charges.

The pigeon will be set free after the investigation is over.

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Trucker Drives 64 Shelter Pets Out Of The Path Of Hurricane Florence

51-year-old Tony Alsup hopes to open his own animal shelter one day. Until that dream becomes a reality, he is doing everything in his power to help dogs and cats affected by natural disasters.

It started when he learned about the overcrowding in Texas shelters after Hurricane Harvey. The truck driver from Greenback, Tennessee knew he had to help, but he could not transport animals in a semi-trailer.

“I thought, well what can I do?” Alsup told the Washington Post. “I’ll just go buy a bus.”

And the kind-hearted animal lover did just that! Alsup purchased an old yellow school bus for $3,200, removed the seats, and headed to Texas. Since then, he has been transporting pets out of disaster zones across the south. He even traveled to Puerto Rico to assist in animal rescue efforts after Hurricane Maria.

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Meet Cuzzie, He Loves Getting In The Hot Tub!

Dogs tend to have a love-hate relationship with water. Either they avoid it like the plague, or they dive head-first into it! This is strange, as many dogs don’t have any problem with getting wet in muddy puddles. The pooch in the following video falls into the latter category. He can’t get enough of water!

Perhaps the pressure from the water jets felt soothing on this back. This hilarious pooch keeps humming, maybe because he was enjoying it so much. He seems to have attained the most relaxed state of being. Cuzzie really gives us all some major relaxation goals!

Cuzzie the dog loves soaking in the hot tub. He looks really at home there. The look of pure bliss on his face is unmistakable! Cuzzie loves getting in the hot tub and feeling the jets of water on his back. The way he reacts is absolutely priceless!


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Dogs Reportedly Keep Dying After Getting Groomed at PetSmart

Some of the most loved and cherished members of our family can't even speak our same language. Still, that doesn't stop millions of people around the world from falling in love with their pets and treating them like regular members of the family.

However, owning a dog comes with a lot of responsibility Owners are left with many questions about taking care of their animal. They have to find out the best food, make sure they are staying fit and active, and also keep up with grooming their furry friend.

Sadly, a tragic news story is being reported. Numerous dogs have been dying after being groomed at PetSmart.

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10 Silent Signs Your Dog is Depressed

While dogs can’t tell you exactly what they’re feeling, they can still show behaviors similar to human depression. If your vet has ruled out other health conditions, you might have a case of doggie depression on your hands.

What should you do?

Before you blame your dog’s behavior on depression, its vet will need to do a full checkup to rule out any other health issues that could be bringing your dog down, like pain or a thyroid problem. For instance, look for these 11 symptoms of dog arthritis. If everything else checks out, your vet will likely recommend giving your dog more exercise, a healthier diet, and extra attention to lift your pet’s spirits. As a last-ditch effort, a vet might prescribe one of the same depression medications humans would use, such as Prozac or Zoloft. “We don’t want all our dogs walking around on Zoloft if we don’t have to, and oftentimes we don’t need to,” says Dr. Nelson. “But if giving that little something to take the edge off helps them live a more comfortable life, there’s no shame in that game.”

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FDA Warns Common Flea and Tick Meds Linked to Neurological Problems in Dogs and Cats

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting pet owners and veterinarians that some flea and tick medications can cause adverse reactions in dogs and cats.

Some animals receiving drugs in the isooxazoline class have experienced adverse events such as muscle tremors, ataxia, and seizures, according to the FDA.

The medicine includes Bravecto, Nexgard, and Simparica. Another product in this class is Credelio, which recently received FDA approval. The FDA says these products are approved for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations, and the treatment and control of tick infestations.

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Puppies Spread Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria In Recent Diarrhea Outbreak

Puppy poop gave 118 people diarrhea in a recent outbreak caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports. Nobody died, but 26 people were hospitalized. And if the pet industry doesn’t change its puppy-peddling ways, these outbreaks could continue.

The CDC was first clued into the outbreak in August 2017, when the Florida Department of Health reported that six people had been infected with a type of bacteria that causes fevers, vomiting, and bloody diarrhea. By February 2018, the CDC discovered that more than 118 people in 18 states had been infected with the same thing: a bacteria called Campylobacter that’s usually linked to eating raw chicken or food contaminated by chicken juices.

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