4 The Love of Animals- animal rescue, wildlife, pets, and more!

Any dog owner will tell you that watching a beloved pooch in pain is heartbreaking. Being unable to help that pup makes the situation even worse. Until recently, dogs that developed orthopedic problems were faced with limited treatment options. Many simply suffered, or worse, had to be euthanized. However, times have changed. Thanks to the use of fat derived adult stem and regenerative cells and cutting edge science, injured dogs and their owners are finding new hope.

A company located in San Diego called Vet-Stem has developed a therapy that helps dogs recover from arthritis and other orthopedic injuries without major surgery. Using a sample of fat taken directly from the animal, Vet-Stem’s regenerative cell therapy isolates stem and regenerative cells, allowing the dog’s vet to inject them back into the injured tissue. Once injected into the animal, the cells stimulate the healthy cell’s growth and allow the muscles and tissue to repair themselves.

Since the fat derived adult stem and regenerative cells come from the animal’s own body there is no risk of rejection, making the procedure extremely successful. In fact, most of the animals treated returned to close to their pre-injury level of activity.

Fortunately, Vet-Stem has recently launched nationally with hundreds of vets capable of performing this procedure, there are success stories popping up all over the country. Take Hunter, the 9 year old Golden Retriever who could barely walk or stand. His story, told in this Nightline piece, shows the positive effects adult stem cell therapy has had on his debilitating arthritis.

With over 3,000 animals already treated and over 400 vets certified in this procedure, Vet-Stem’s stem cell therapy isn’t futuristic research. It is here and now, helping pets and their owners across the nation. For more information or to find a practicing vet in your area, visit www.vet-stem.com.

Written by Linda Black, DVM. PhD; affiliated with Vet-Stem.

Thank you Linda for letting us know about Vet-Stem!

This is a fun and amazing video of a wet suit that was made for a penguin.

You have to check out this fun obscure animal alphabet that was put together on Ugorable (don’t you love that name?).

Let’s start with A, for Axolotl (my new favorite):

So, be sure to visit the obscure animal alphabet to see what other fun treasures await you!

The ASPCA always has wonderful opportunities to chat with animal experts, and tomorrow is all about puppy mills. Please visit the chat if you can, let’s educate ourselves about what we can do to stop the horrible puppy mill practice.

Link to chat: http://aspcacommunity.ning.com/group/robertbaker

This is a great time for an interactive discussion on puppy mills. Not only is April Prevention of Cruelty to Animals month, but Oprah’s recent episode on puppy mills gave them much needed exposure. This is a topic on everyone’s minds, and it couldn’t be more important.

Join us Friday, April 18, from noon to 2:00 P.M. EST, to talk puppy mills with Bob Baker, ASPCA Investigator, ASPCA Anti-Cruelty Initiatives. He is a key player in our ongoing efforts to combat the cruelties of puppy mills and large-scale commercial breeding operations. The chat will take place on the ASPCA Online Community.

Make an on-line slideshow at www.OneTrueMedia.com

These are photos from a woman who has been working on behalf of animals. These are the lucky ones who were rescued and now loved by their forever families! Good work, and thanks for doing something for our furry friends!

There is an awesome raffle going on to help Vinnie, a very sweet dog who had a lot of medical bills.

Each ticket is $5.00, and goes to a great rescue group called 4 Paws Sake. Please check it out, and if you can help Vinnie be sure to donate.