A tribute to the fastest runner in the dog park.
LoveyLoaves is a funny name for a sanctuary that rescues dogs with “medically complex” issues. And actually the story behind their name is funny as well. But the mission of this nonprofit group is no laughing matter. LoveyLoaves gives special needs dogs a bright future that includes health, happiness, love and plenty of cuddles.
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Pet parents of newly diagnosed paralyzed dogs worry a lot about how they will manage all of the daily needs of their fur kid. One of their biggest fears is how to take care of a paralyzed dog when you work away from home. Making arrangements for a pet who can’t walk on their
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Mother’s Day will soon be here and I found the most charming gifts for dog loving Pet Moms. As the parent of two dogs (Bailey and Olivia) and two cats (Tiger and Spike), I am always looking for ways to let the world know, I am a proud Pet Mom. Each of these gifts “shout
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Spring in the USA means the beginning of tick season and it’s already off to a disastrous start. A tick nearly claimed the lives of two dogs from Oregon. Tucker is a 4 year-old Yorkie whose owner noticed he couldn’t jump up the steps to their home after playing outdoors. Within a few hours
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Dr. Nicholas Jeffery, professor at Texas A&M Small Animal Neurology Department just sent a notice that paralyzed dogs are needed for trial treatment programs. If your dog’s been a paraplegic for more than 3 months, this is a wonderful opportunity to take part in two cutting edge therapies. I write about clinical trials a
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I’ve written a lot about using a harness, dog wheelchair, cart and stroller to move a dog with a spinal condition or injury from one point to another. But no matter how many devices you have there will be times when you have to manually lift or carry your dog. When those times happen pet
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This is a story I’ve wanted to write, but put off tackling for a long time. That’s partly because a post explaining what to expect when your dog sees a veterinary neurologist includes lots of details. And I didn’t miss any of them. It’s also because I wanted to be sensitive to pet families
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If you’re a regular reader of LFPD, you probably remember how excited I was to share information about a groundbreaking supplement called Myos Canine. The product was introduced in 2018 and has the potential to strengthen weak muscles in dogs with mobility problems. I explained how a clinical trial was being conducted, at the time,
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When the Pet Poison Helpline advertised their webinar to discuss facts about using essential oils for dogs and cats, I jumped at the chance to attend. Essential oils for pets are a popular way to holistically treat many ailments and I wanted to get educated. Pet parents ask me about them all the time
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The posh annual NYC Pet Fashion Show made history with Effie the paralyzed Pit bull. For the first time ever, there were 2 dogs in wheelchairs who made their debut strutting down the runway. I had the opportunity to interview Monica Brown, who is foster mom to Effie, one of the wheelie entrants. The event
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If you aren’t sure what to get your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day; I have a special needs dog that will melt your heart. Rachel King from Jonah’s Loving Heart in L.A. said the rescue group calls Squeaky the sweetest dog they’ve saved. The Miniature Poodle mix was hit by a car a couple of years
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This post was updated 12/21/2018. Anyone remember this cute guy? His name is Tiger and I ran a story about him in December 2017, titled Paralyzed Dog Would Love A New Family For Christmas. Well, last Christmas I was thrilled to tell you the paralyzed dog disowned by his family has a new home. Now
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One of the best reasons for having a blog is that I get to meet amazing people who are changing the world for disabled pets. That’s how I felt when Debbie Thompson sent me a message introducing her Boxer, Melody who was born with Spina bifida. She and Melody (Mellie for short) are teaching
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