These evil men shot my helpless dog thrice in the neck, all because she lost her way home - Nigerian lady cries out!

The heart of man truly is desperately wicked they say, a Nigerian lady shares her story how her American bully 🐕 was shot thrice in the neck all because she lost her way home.

On her Instagram handle she explained how it all started.

This is her story>>>

Two nights ago, Roxie broke out of cage, wandered off and lost her way home(first time ever)We looked everywhere but couldn’t find her and so we informed the estate security just incase they find her. Next morning, we got a call from the estate security saying they found our dog.

Apparently, she went into someone’s compound and passed the night there. Not like she harmed or attack anyone. My brother got there only to be told the estate law states that if a dog is found wandering, they should kill it. Really???

We’ve been living in the same estate for over two years, no one mentioned this barbaric law before now. My brother pleaded with them to release the dog to him but they refused. Roxie got scared and hid when she saw men with weapons coming to attack her. These evil men shot my helpless dog thrice in the neck all for what? Cos she strayed? They shot her in presence of my brother and when she ran towards my brother for help, they chased him away😭 what sort of wickedness is this? If she was aggressive, she’d definitely attack before and after the shot. But you all can see clearly in this video that my poor baby was fighting for her life😭 I’m so broken 💔

Do you know how much I’ve spent in training this dog? Do you know how costly it is to feed a bingo in this economy? Talk more of an American bully😭 Asides from the money, effort, time and resources wasted in training this dog, this dog was a member of my family. She was an emotional support to us all and you shot her just like that? My heart can’t take this💔 I’ve never felt any pain like this before😭

I can’t let this go. I will fight with everything I have even though I know I may not get justice cos this is Nigeria💔 I need people to know that dogs are worth more than animals who bark. I need these perpetrators to PAY. Please help me repost and tag anyone you know that can help this post go viral. I need justice for my Roxie💔

Happened inside cooperative Villa Estates, Badore road Ajah - Lagos.

Roxie's owner is asking the public to help her get justice for her dog.

Using these Hashtags; #Justiceforroxie #

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Dog saves the day as pet dog leads rescuers to owner buried under rubble for days after Turkey-Syria quake - Photos.

Picture: Getty Images

A dog helped save her owner’s life by leading rescuers to her 105 hours after a deadly earthquake devastated Turkey and Syria.

Rescuers found Duygu buried under a mountain of concrete, glass and mangled metal that was once a collapsed building in Antakya in Hatay yesterday 10th February.

She was saved after her dog, Venus, ran towards the crew barking at them before leading them to her trapped owner along Atatürk Boulevard.

With its epicentre in Gaziantep, the temblor tore through southern Turkey and northwest Syria in a natural disaster that has killed more than 22,000.

Out of all the Turkish regions impacted, Hatay was hardest hit by the quake officials say is the most powerful the nation has seen in more than eight decades.

Venus barked at the search and rescue team to get their attention (Picture: Anadolu)

She led them to her owner, Dugyu, who had been sandwiched underneath a collapsed building for days (Picture: Anadolu)

Duygu was safely rescued (Picture: Anadolu)

In Syria, the tremor was the deadliest since the late 1800s.

Countless volunteers have poured into the now flattened Antakya, Hatay’s ancient capital home to more than 20,000 people. Now people rendered homeless sleep on street corners, in shelters made of market tarps and gutted mosques.

Antakya is only around 100 miles from Gaziantep and just shy of 300 miles from Elbistan in the Kahramanmaraş province, the epicentre of the second 7.5-magnitude aftershock.

Search and rescue teams – whether it be local crews or ones sent from the US, UK, Ukraine and beyond – have been making a strained push today to find survivors.

More than 110,000 rescue personnel are currently working to unearth survivors and help those whose lives have been upended, Turkey’s disaster agency said yesterday.

Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said 5,500 vehicles, such as tractors and bulldozers, have been shipped.

Antakya was flattened by the powerful earthquakes (Picture: AFP)

The Syrian civil war carving the country out has complicated sending aid over (Picture: AFP / Getty Images)

Animal welfare groups have also warned time is running out to save trapped pets, too. Dogs can last about a week without food, while cats can go for two weeks.

Source: Metro.co.uk

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5 Ways To Celebrate Valentine’s Day With Your Dog

Thinking on how to make your Valentine’s Day the best of it kind? If you’re lucky enough to share your life with a dog, you already have the best valentine around! who cares if  your four-legged love can’t read a calendar.

Check out these 5 ways to celebrate!

1. DINNER FOR TWO

Why not take the time to cook up a (pup-friendly) homemade meal, toss a few meaty steak chunks to another highly deserving diner?

2.  GO FOR AN EXCURSION

Why not take your pet out for an Excursion? Your dog would follow you anywhere, so bundle up and visit a local beach to romp in the sand, or even just the dog park for an extended game of fetch.

3. GIVE A MASSAGE

We all need to relax sometimes and so do your dog. Dogs benefit from massages just like us!

4.  PLAY MUSIC

Not a joke, dogs love music just as we do, although they may not enjoy the same tunes you play in the car. Make playlist of cool music to play for them when you’re not home, or to listen to together on a lazy day.

5. MAKE A NEW TRICK

Fun training sessions are so much fun for your dog, and they help strengthen your bond even more. Try some of these tricks below.

• Kiss. Yes, your dog may already shower you with kisses on a daily basis, but now you can actually teach them to kiss you on command. ...
• Bark On Command.
• Shake Hands.
• Sit.
• Fetch.
• Roll Over.
• Play Dead.
• Spin.
• Stand On Hind Legs.

Give your dog plenty of treats and kisses this Valentine’s Day! i bet you would love it. We wish you lots of love and plenty of snuggles.

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Why do dogs spin before they poo?

Not all dogs decide to spin before relieving themselves, although it is common. When a dog spin or circles round and round before he poops, he is doing several things which are;

1. PREPARING THE GROUND.

He is ensuring his safety, preparing his spot, tamping down the grass and chasing away any bugs or other creatures to give it a nice clean place to do its business. The circles allow your dog to get a good, clear view of the surrounding area to make sure there are no threats or predators near by when they are in such a vulnerable position.

2. CHECKING FOR NEAT SPOT.

Sometimes your dog spinning means he is looking for scents from other dogs or creatures to see who else has been in the area. Dogs just like we humans want a nice clean and hygienic place to do their business.

3. ALIGN THEMSELVES TO MAGNETIC POLES.

This may sound crazy but it possibly could be true as researchers at a university in Prague says dogs like to align themselves with the Earth’s magnetic poles, particularly the North-South axis. Czech and German researchers studied 70 dogs’ bathroom behaviors and learned that dogs align their bodies with the magnetic field before they poop. However, the researchers couldn’t determine if this behavior was conscious or unconscious behavior. It’s unknown if they feel better when aligned on the North-South axis or if it’s a physical reaction.

Keep in mind that not all dogs do the spin before they poo and dogs aren’t the only animals to align themselves to the magnetic poles when pooping. 

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The Story Of Hachikō, The Japanese Dog Who Waited For His Owner For Ten Years

Man and his dog–it’s a friendship as old as time. Nothing quite matches the infinite loyalty and unbreakable bond between a dog and his owner. Throughout the years, hundreds of incredibly touching stories have documented the amazing love that dog and man share with each other. None of these stories, however, quite surpass the tale of Hachiko, the dog who continually waited for his owner to return home.

It is no understatement when dogs are called loyal companions. Many loyal dog breeds have been known for patiently waiting for their humans to return, whether it be days, weeks or even months. But the story of Hachiko is by far one of the greatest stories told of a dog that remained loyal to his owner.

Throughout the years, many people have wondered “What is the most loyal dog?” The truth is, all dogs are loyal to their beloved owners. The emotional story of Hachiko the dog clearly reveals the love a dog has for his master. Here is the Hachiko story.

Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog

The Hachiko real story begins with the lasting bond between Hachiko and his owner, Hidesaburo Ueno. Even though Hachiko lived back in the 20th century, his story has continued to inspire people around the world up to this day. The tale of the Hachiko story has resulted in several Hachiko memorials and even a Hachiko movie that documents the story of the incredible bond that formed between Hachiko and Ueno.

Hachiko was an Akita Inu dog born on a farm in 1923 and later adopted by Hidesaburo Ueno, a professor of agriculture at the University of Tokyo. The two fell into a daily routine: Ueno and Hachiko would walk together to the Shibuya train station, where Ueno would pet Hachiko goodbye before getting on the train to work. Hachiko, who also became known as Hachi, would then spend the day waiting for Ueno to come back. In the meantime, local shopkeepers and station workers would keep an eye on him and often give him treats while he held his vigil for Ueno.

This routine continued for several years until one day, tragedy ensued. Ueno never came home from work, as he suffered a brain hemorrhage and died. Of course, Hachi had no idea about this, so the loyal dog continued to wait for his owner’s return. Every day like clockwork, when the train would appear, so would Hachi, searching for Ueno. Hachi’s fidelity earned him the nickname “the faithful dog.”

Hachi never gave up hope and continued to wait for more than nine years for his owner to return. Finally, one morning, on March 8, 1935, Hachiko was found dead. It is believed that he died due to natural causes. His body was taken to the train station’s baggage room, a place that had been one of his favorite hangouts. He was then photographed, surrounded by Ueno’s wife, Yaeko, as well as staff members at the station. Yoshizo Osawa, one of the staff members, gifted the photo to one of his daughters, who recalled that her dad loved dogs and would often tell her about how Hachi would come daily to the station, where staff would happily share their lunches with him.

Hachiko Statues Pay Tribute

Although Hachiko’s life ended decades ago, his story continues to live on. After Hachiko’s death, his body was preserved and placed at the National Science Museum of Japan in Tokyo. Additionally, a monument of Hachiko has been placed next to his owner’s tomb in Tokyo’s Aoyama cemetery.

Because Hachi remained loyal to his owner up until Hachi’s death, a bronze statue of Hachiko was erected outside the Shibuya Station as a tribute to the dog. Unfortunately, this statue was destroyed during World War II. Although the original Hachiko dog statue could not be restored, a new one replaced it in the same exact spot at the end of the war in 1948. The spot has become a popular and beloved neighborhood park where tourists can honor and admire the unconditional love of this loyal dog.

This Hachiko statue isn’t the only memorial that honors this incredible dog. The station entrance closest to the statue was renamed “Hachikō-guchi,” or “The Hachikō Entrance/Exit” in Japanese. Furthermore, one of the train lines was also called the Hachiko Line.

In honor of the 80th year of Hachiko’s passing and the 90th anniversary of Hachiko’s owner Ueno’s death, a bronze statue of Hachiko reuniting with Ueno was unveiled on March 8, 2015. The statue was placed outside the University of Tokyo’s agriculture department, where Ueno was a professor.

The Hachiko Story Lives On

In 2009, a movie was released called Hachi: A Dog’s Tale. This is a film based on the true story of Hachiko’s unconditional love for his owner. Although the Hachiko dog movie may be thought of as heartbreaking, those who have watched it agree that it perfectly captures the extraordinary devotion of a dog for his owner.

The story of the loyal Hachiko continues to be remembered and beloved by people from around the world. It truly displays the love and affection a dog shares with his human.

Culled from: Cesarsway.com

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Happy New year, Welcome to 2023

May this year bring new happiness, goals, achievements, and a lot of new inspiration for your life. Wishing you a year fully loaded with happiness.

HAPPY NEW YEAR to you all 😊 Dogveranda cares 🤗

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5 MAJOR REASONS WHY DOGS LICK THEIR PAWS

Why do dogs lick their paws?

There are so many reasons why your dog is licking his paws but today we will discuss about 5 major reasons, which are;

1. SELF GROOMING.

The most common reason your dog lick its paws is as a part of self-grooming. Even dogs that don't do a lot of self-grooming will occasionally clean their paws. If you notice your dog licking its paws every once in a while, then there's probably nothing to worry about as it's a normal behavior in dogs especially when they come inside after walking on dirty or sandy ground.

It is not normal if your dog seems to be licking its paws frequently or aggressively. This is usually a sign of a health problem, injury or a behavior issue.

2. INJURIES.

If you think your dog's paw-licking is abnormal, The first thing to do, especially if the licking begins very suddenly and is focused on one paw, is to examine the paws to make sure there is not an injury such as a cut, torn nail, ice ball stuck between the pads, growth, or maybe a stone, or thorn. Take a look at the nails very well, check between the toes and pads, and at the tops of the feet.

Maybe your dog have irritated his paw by stepping on a sharp object, walking on hot or salted sidewalks, stung by a bee, or getting a blister. Some of these problems can be relieved by a simple first aid treatment, while others might require treatment by your veterinarian.

3. EXTERNAL PARASITES.

Parasite infections such as Ticks, fleas or mange can make your dog paws to be very itchy. Your veterinarian can recommend treatments to eliminate the parasites, which should relieve the itching.

4. PAW ALLERGIES.

If your dog has itchy paws, allergies may also be the cause. Allergies are common and can be caused by the environment, food, or an irritant that comes into contact with your dog’s skin. Food allergies are known to cause itchy paws, and these types of allergies are difficult to pinpoint. Your vet may suggest a special diet or elimination of certain ingredients in your dog’s food to try to alleviate the problem. Dark pigmentation, Redness, or brown staining on the paws from constant licking may be signs of allergies. Bathing or wiping your dog’s paws after going outside will reduce the allergens on your dog’s skin.

Your veterinarian will prescribe topical creams or sprays with hydrocortisone to temporarily reduce the itch, but more intense licking requires systemic medication (prescription meds that affect the entire body) to control.

5. PAIN.

This is one of the most common reason your dog lick its paws. A dog that is experiencing pain due to arthritis or other foot or leg conditions may lick his paws. Even if the pain is somewhere else in their body, (the affected area may be sensitive and appear swollen). Some dogs will try to deal with it by licking a front paw continuously.

Your dog will need to be diagnosed and treatment by a veterinarian.

These above are the 5 major reasons your dog is licking its paws.

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR DOG’S PAWS

Here are a few ways you can protect your dog’s paws.

DAILY PAW CHECK.

You should try and make it a daily habit of checking your dog’s paws closely as it will help you catch problems early so they can be easily corrected.

Be sure to examine the top and bottom of the paws, along with the toes, nails, toe pads, and between each paw. Look for any indication of injury, irritation, objects, or any obvious abnormality.

PAW MOISTURIZER

Protecting your dog’s paws may include moisturizing them on a regular basis(2-3times weekly) with a pet-specific moisturizing cream or Lotions.

Washing your dog’s paws or thoroughly wiping them with a clean cloth after walks will decrease the environmental allergens on the skin.

NOTE: Be sure to avoid human lotions and medications, as these are not safe for dogs to ingest.

TRIM YOUR DOG'S NAILS.

Keeping your dog’ nails trimmed will ensure that they do not overgrow into the paw or become painful when your dog walks.

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