Hundreds of pets have made Ireland their home with Ukrainian refugees

Hundreds of pets have made Ireland their home with Ukrainian refugees

The Government confirmed the figures on Wednesday, with Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue promising Ireland will continue to operate an open-door policy for Ukrainians and their pets.

‘Relentless calls and constant abuse’: why Britain’s vets are in crisis

‘Relentless calls and constant abuse’: why Britain’s vets are in crisis

Meanwhile, Vetlife, a charity that provides emotional, financial and mental-health support to the veterinary community, received 4,000 calls to its helpline in 2020 – its busiest year on record.

Co-working spaces: Here’s how Mumbaikars are grabbing paw-sitivity at work

Co-working spaces: Here’s how Mumbaikars are grabbing paw-sitivity at work

In a bid to make current work life interesting, they are heading to cat cafés to infuse a cheerful element into their corporate lives.Many times, I’ve been up against deadlines and that stress has kind of melted away being among the cats.

How to deal with separation anxiety in pets

How to deal with separation anxiety in pets

The Sharma family adopted a puppy last year and in the last few months the family has spent hours of quality time with their pet.News in Brief See All. My COVID Story: I experienced fatigue and joint pain the second day of vaccination.

Dream job pays £20 an hour to look at pictures of cute puppies

Dream job pays £20 an hour to look at pictures of cute puppies

TEN lucky people will be paid to look at pictures of dogs to test whether they can alleviate stress levels.Each candidate will be paid £20 an hour to wear a heart rate monitor and look at pictures of dogs as they go about their day, except taking hourly breaks to look at a series of pre-prepared dog images.

Pets cuddling: Pooches help humans fight the blues with 'cuddles' during pandemic

Pets cuddling: Pooches help humans fight the blues with 'cuddles' during pandemic

The increasing demands for therapy dogs in the last year is prompting pet parents to train their pets as cuddlers."I called a pet trainer to train my dogs to help people in need.

Get paid to scroll through pictures of puppies with this new job

Get paid to scroll through pictures of puppies with this new job

To put it simply, the company wants to pay 10 successful applicants to scroll through pictures of adorable puppies.This opportunity has come about as ProDog Raw is conducting a study to test whether dogs on social media can alleviate people’s stress levels.

Tahlequah the orca is a mother again after famously mourning her dead calf

Tahlequah the orca is a mother again after famously mourning her dead calf

J35's new calf appeared healthy and precocious, swimming vigorously alongside its mother in its second day of free-swimming life.https://t.co/6bSnvzRAju — Whale Research (@CWROrcas).Her new calf appeared healthy and precocious, swimming vigorously alongside its mother in its second day of free-swimming life,” the center said in a press release.

International Dog Day: Spareroom creates guided meditation video with dogs

International Dog Day: Spareroom creates guided meditation video with dogs

Thus, SpareRoom has created the meditation video not only to raise awareness of just how few tenants are allowed pets, but to help those who can’t have a dog of their own momentarily enjoy the soothing effects of a furry friend.

Separation anxiety in pets: As parents return to work; home-alone pets suffer separation anxiety

Separation anxiety in pets: As parents return to work; home-alone pets suffer separation anxiety

Now, they cannot grasp this concept of their parents not being home for hours,” explains pet therapist and behaviour analyst Dr Kavita Mulchandani, adding, “Separation anxiety can lead to behavioural changes, such as overeating to not eating, or even aggressive behaviour.

Let these adorable ticklish pets soothe your lockdown woes

Let these adorable ticklish pets soothe your lockdown woes

So pure, so good (Pictures: Splitpics UK)People have been sharing pictures of their pets being tickled and honestly, it is exactly what our lockdown needed.Oh, to be this relaxed (Picture: Splitpics UK) This is a belly begging for a little rub (Picture: Splitpics UK) That’s a happy face, right?

Queen's corgi trainer says dogs will suffer from 'severe separation anxiety' after coronavirus lockdown ends

Queen's corgi trainer says dogs will suffer from 'severe separation anxiety' after coronavirus lockdown ends

This distress could manifest itself in a variety of ways, according to Dr Mugford, who said that, when left alone, pet dogs can chew furniture, bark, go to the bathroom inside, and “sometimes even self-harm”.

Is your pet under stress?

Is your pet under stress?

-Decrease in appetite: If your pet suddenly loses interest in food or stops eating altogether, it could be due to stress or underlying health conditions.-Isolation and hiding: If your pet is constantly isolating him/herself from other pets or people, s/he is depressed.is a sign of a stressed or sick pet.

Pets’ mental health may suffer during coronavirus lockdown

Pets’ mental health may suffer during coronavirus lockdown

Try to keep positive for your pet (Credits: Getty Images)Some pets are absolutely loving their owners being home all the time due to lockdown.In terms of how to keep your dog busy during self-isolation, Dr Dodd says that exercise is a must for both owner and pet.

Signs your dog is jealous of your partner

Signs your dog is jealous of your partner

‘Whether it’s biting chunks out of the sofa, clawing at the carpets or simply jumping on surfaces they know they’re not allowed on, wilfully disobedient or destructive behaviour in dogs demonstrates that they’re feeling neglected.

Therapy dogs stationed at UK airport to help nervous flyers

Therapy dogs stationed at UK airport to help nervous flyers

Southampton International Airport has employed some four-legged helpers (Picture: Therapy Dogs Nationwide)A UK airport has come up with a fur-proof way to make flights more enjoyable for nervous flyers.

Dog shook so violently with fear at New Year fireworks she is now paralysed

Dog shook so violently with fear at New Year fireworks she is now paralysed

Melissa Sinclair is calling for a ban on the publuc sale of fireworks after her dog lost the feeling in her legs due to violent shakes (Picture: Melissa Sinclair)New Year’s Eve fireworks caused a dog to shake so violently with fear that she can no longer walk.

Things your dog hates

Things your dog hates

A lot of people dress up their pets in various costumes like – Superman, hot dog, sailor, etc.The no.1 secret to control obesity - Evidence-based article!.The no.1 secret for a healthy heart - Evidence-based article.

Meet Pepper the pupper!

Meet Pepper the pupper!

Before we go on, let's introduce you to Pepper; the only non-human and hence, the coolest team member at Almabase.First, thanks to Pepper, we discovered Almabase had three types of team members:.

Dog so stressed by fireworks her ‘eyes popped’ and she went blind

Dog so stressed by fireworks her ‘eyes popped’ and she went blind

Margaret Adams, 85, said Suzy the Labrador cross experiences extreme distress when fireworks season begin every year.Susan Paterson revealed on Facebook that Molly died in Wombwell, near Barnsley, South YorkshireSuzy’s story follows the news that a puppy died after suffering a heart attack during a fireworks display.