Dogs & Suds

06/23/2025

As temperatures rise, so does the risk of blue-green algae in lakes, ponds, and still water bodies—and it can be extremely toxic to your dog.

💧 What Is Blue-Green Algae?
Also known as cyanobacteria, this bacteria can bloom in warm, stagnant water and sometimes forms a green, paint-like scum on the surface. It may look harmless, but it’s anything but!

⚠️ Why Is It Dangerous?
Ingesting even a small amount - by drinking the water or licking it off their fur - can be poisonous to pets.

🚨 Symptoms of Blue-Green Algae Toxicity:

Vomiting or diarrhea

Drooling

Weakness or collapse

Tremors or seizures

Difficulty breathing

If your dog shows any of these signs after swimming or playing near water, seek emergency veterinary care immediately.

✅ How to Protect Your Pet:

Avoid letting dogs swim or drink from ponds, lakes, or slow-moving streams - especially during hot weather.

Watch for water that looks discolored, scummy, or smells bad.

Keep pets leashed near water sources.

Always provide fresh, clean water for your dog when outdoors.

Your dog’s safety is in your hands. When in doubt, stay out of questionable water!

06/18/2025

06/11/2025

06/11/2025

This time of year, I always take a quiet moment to remember Laika.

It’s been 67 years since she was sent into space. Not many talk about it now, but I think we should. Not because I’m a scientist or anything like that, but because it still matters.

Laika wasn’t just a dog in a rocket. She was a gentle presence full of trust. Her real name was Kudrjavka, which means “curly” in Russian. But the world came to know her as Laika — the little barker.

She was a stray found on the streets of Moscow. She was chosen because she was calm and had survived tough conditions. As if hardship somehow made her more suitable to be sent away with no way home.

On November 3rd, 1957, they launched her aboard Sputnik 2. The capsule had food, water, and padded walls. But no return plan. From the start, it was never about bringing her back.

Some say she lived seven hours. Others say a few days. Either way, she spent her last moments alone, floating in silence, not knowing why she was there. Just drifting, while Earth moved slowly out of reach.

She circled the planet 2,570 times before the capsule burned up on re-entry the following April.

And the truth is, Laika didn’t choose any of this. She didn’t sign up to represent science, progress, or the space race. She was just a dog. A little creature that wanted warmth and affection — and instead became a symbol.

That’s why I remember her. Because not all progress is kind. And not all breakthroughs are made the right way.

Laika’s story reminds us to ask better questions. To think about who pays the price for our achievements.

We haven’t forgotten you, Laika. And we never should.

Treasure her sacrifice here: https://spaceaustralia.com.au/

Regards,
Barry from Support 💙

06/10/2025

The second Tuesday in June is World Pet Memorial Day. We want to take time today to remember and celebrate the loved pets who are waiting for us at the Rainbow Bridge.🌈

Share a picture of the pet(s) you are remembering today. 💓

05/11/2025

04/28/2025

From Howard City Informed…
Shes been missing more than a week now
Lost sat morning About between Grant 10 miles from Bailey, 120 and 37 area she gonna be very scared her name is sissy plz help had her sence birth shes 3yrs 231-660-2007 / 517-924-8561 REWARD!!!!

03/06/2025

They have pictured my dog perfectly lol