💌 "Ugly Mistake" Runt Has So Much Love

💌 “Ugly Mistake” Runt Has So Much Love to Give

🍄 Should Dogs Eat Mushrooms?

🌊 Superman the Dog Survives Texas Floods

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💌 “Ugly Mistake” Runt Has So Much Love to Give

• 🐾 A Baked Potato with Legs — Peggy was the last of an “accidental litter”, and she waited around longer than all of her siblings to be adopted.

• 💜 A Healthy, Hairless Wonder — Despite her unique appearance and unusual health differences, Peggy is surprisingly healthy, happy, and calm. She also has one of the friendliest, cuddliest personalities you’ll ever find.

• 🌟 Nationwide Champion — Peggy won the UK’s ugliest dog in 2013, and she went on to play in Marvel movies as “DogPool” in Wolverine and Deadpool. She has truly made the most of her life despite her differences and unlikely start - here’s to you, Peggy!

🐾 A Recipe for Homemade Joint Support 🐾

Watch below to learn how to whip up a daily joint support supplement for your dog, with only a handful of safe ingredients that you already have in your pantry.

• An excellent watch for senior dog owners.

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🌊 Superman the Dog Survives Texas Floods

• 🐶 Superman’s Rescue — Found clinging to a pile of debris after Texas’ catastrophic floods, Superman the dog was saved by volunteers from Austin Pets Alive! and given a second chance.

• 🤝 Community Stepping In — APA! has already helped more than 100 displaced pets, setting up a field hospital and mobilizing search-and-rescue teams to reunite animals with their families.

• 🌎 A Wider Call for Help — Beyond Superman’s story, disasters like this show how fragile the bond between people and pets can be—and how fostering, donating, or volunteering anywhere can make a life-saving difference.nwide, reminding us that systemic solutions are needed everywhere.

🐾 🍄 Should Dogs Eat Mushrooms?

When it comes to mushrooms and dogs, opinions are all over the map. Some pet parents panic at the thought of their pup sniffing around in the woods, while others are adding mushrooms into their daily wellness routines. The truth sits somewhere in between: while wild mushrooms can be dangerous, certain types of cultivated mushrooms have been studied for their potential health benefits in dogs.

🌿 Mushrooms With Potential Benefits

Not all mushrooms are created equal. Some, like reishi, lion’s mane, and turkey tail, have been researched for their immune-supporting and antioxidant properties. For dogs, these mushrooms may help reinforce the body’s natural defenses, making them a potential complement to overall wellness.

Other mushrooms, such as shiitake and maitake, are known for compounds that support cellular health and balanced immune function. While research is still developing, early studies in both humans and animals suggest that these mushrooms may contribute to long-term vitality when used appropriately.

What makes mushrooms interesting is that they don’t just target one area of health. Lion’s mane, for example, has been studied for brain and nerve support, while reishi is often associated with stress balance. Turkey tail, on the other hand, is rich in beta-glucans that help prime the immune system. Together, these mushrooms offer a diverse toolkit that some pet owners are beginning to explore for their dogs.

🥣 Preparation and How to Use Them

There’s a catch: most dogs won’t willingly eat mushrooms. Raw or cooked, they tend to be bitter and unappealing to canine taste buds. On top of that, dogs aren’t naturally adapted to consume large amounts of fungi, so portioning matters. Experts generally recommend moderation and careful introduction, since more is not necessarily better.

That’s why many people turn to supplements. A lot of pet owners are trying pre-packaged mushroom treats for their dogs — and they seem to be helping many of them. These products are formulated with safe dosages in mind, combined with other ingredients that make them palatable, so dogs actually enjoy eating them.

By using a prepared option instead of whole mushrooms from your grocery store or yard, you also avoid confusion with potentially toxic wild varieties. This makes supplementation a safer, easier way to explore mushrooms for your dog.

🐾 Bottom Line: Mushrooms Can Help, With Care

Some mushrooms are unsafe for dogs, especially if found in the wild. Others, like reishi, lion’s mane, turkey tail, shiitake, and maitake, may provide unique benefits when used responsibly. The key is to introduce them in a way that’s safe, tasty, and properly dosed.

If you’re curious about exploring mushrooms as part of your dog’s routine, supplements designed specifically for pets are the simplest way to start. Check out this option for mushroom chews here and see if it’s a fit for your pup.

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This Week’s Key Pet News

🐶❤️ Mother Dog Reunited With Her Puppies

• 👩‍👧 A Family Brought Back Together — After being surrendered to a shelter alone, Cora the mother dog was joyfully reunited with her four puppies thanks to quick detective work by staff.

• 📹 A Viral Moment of Pure Love — The emotional reunion was caught on camera, showing wagging tails, eager nursing, and even Cora running back to staff for reassurance.

• 🏡 A New Start Ahead — Now named after Downton Abbey characters, the little family will go to foster care before finding permanent homes together.

📱 Can You Really Turn Any Cat Into an Influencer?

• 🐾 The Rise of Pet Fame — With cat influencers like Nala and Venus earning millions of followers (and brand deals worth thousands per post), agencies now specialize in managing feline stars.

• 😼 Olly’s 7-Day Experiment — Despite expert advice, Olly the “indolent, not photogenic” rescue cat proved that going viral takes more than trends—it requires a niche, consistency, and luck.

• 💡 The Bigger Lesson — Not every pet is meant for internet stardom—and that’s okay. Sometimes the real win is celebrating your cat’s quirks without chasing numbers.

🐈‍⬛ Black Cats Are Finally Getting Their Moment

• 📉 From Last Pick to In Demand — Once overlooked because of superstition and even photography concerns, black cats historically faced lower adoption rates than other coat colors.

• 🎬 A Movie That Changed Minds — The Oscar-winning animated film Flow, featuring a resilient black cat, has been credited with sparking a surge in black cat adoptions and reshaping public perception.

• 💖 Choosing Personality Over Superstition — Shelters now report more people asking specifically for black cats, proving that campaigns and cultural shifts can help pets get the love they’ve always deserved.

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