Daily Top News: Dog Sneaks into Neighbor’s Pool, Puppy Dies After Drinking Water Too Quickly, Foods That Could Affect Mental Health, and More!

Every day, One Green Planet brings you today’s top news. For those who don’t have a lot of time to look through the news each day, this will be a great resource and an easy way to catch up!

Here you’ll find different categories of news and links to each article published! Enjoy!

1. Golden Retriever Sneaks into Pool in Hysterical Video

The dog days of summer are here and they’re hot! During this time, many are seeking out a cool body of water to swim and relax in. One Golden Retriever named Zeppole is no exception. Recently, a hilarious video of the dog escaping into a neighbor’s pool to take a dip went viral on TikTok where it has received nearly 23 million views and left the internet in hysterics.

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2. Dogs’ Reaction to New Home with Yard Melts Hearts

Two dogs’ excited reaction to seeing their new home and its spacious yard for the first time, has melted hearts on TikTok. The two dogs had previously lived in an apartment with their human. 

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3. Puppy Dies from Pneumonia After Drinking Water Too Quickly

In a heartbreaking video posted to TikTok by the account @stephandjuliaseden, two humans warn viewers about the dangers of letting dogs drink water too quickly. Steph and Julia live on a 10-acre homestead in Canada. Excited to share their home with a dog, they adopted Moose in June. The adorable St. Bernard puppy was described by his people as “the most perfect puppy” and loved living on the farm. In the video, he can be seen watching the farm’s chickens and playing with another dog. He can also be seen lounging around the house and enjoying pats and cuddles from his family. Steph and Julia loved Moose very much and were excited to share their lives with the St. Bernard. Unfortunately, Moose passed away unexpectedly at less than five months old. 

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4. Barney Lived in a Shelter from the Time He Was Born Until Aged 9

When Barney’s mom arrived at the Emmet County Animal Shelter, she was pregnant. Shelter staff assume that she was left at the shelter in the hopes that someone could care for her. Staff set up a comfortable area for her to give birth. Soon, her litter arrived. One of the kittens in the litter was Barney. Born in 2013, Barney has spent his entire life at the shelter. Currently, the cat is nine years old.

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5. Bats in Backpack Get New Home Thanks to Kind Man

An Australian man got a surprise when something small and fuzzy fell out of his bag. Australia is home to creatures like snakes or huntsman spiders, which may have posed an unwelcome encounter. Fortunately, the backpack bandits turned out to be several bats who had chosen the bag as a warm place to hibernate for the winter. 

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6. Does Your Body Language Impact How Animals Perceive You?

Animals possess a remarkable ability to pick up on body language, often paying close attention to non-verbal signals. The impact of body language on animals’ perception of and response to us is a fascinating subject that deserves exploration. After a user posted a question about the subject on Quora, Dr. Maroño left a telling response.

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7. Need a Vegan Way to Add Umami to a Dish? Try Preserved Lemons!

Vegan food doesn’t have to be lacking in flavor! There are plenty of ways to ensure that a vegan dish has salty, sweet, bitter, and sour components. However, sometimes it can be a bit trickier to integrate the fifth flavor of umami. Umami is a difficult taste to describe. Savoury is an adjective that is often used. Scientifically, umami occurs when a food has a certain composition of glutamic acid. Glutamates, which are molecular structures in glutamic acid, interact with certain taste receptors. This triggers the perception of umami. This flavor is typically found in dishes derived from animal products. Foods that are particularly noted for their potent umami taste include anchovies, parmesan cheese, and fish sauce. Luckily, there are several ways that vegans can integrate this unique and delicious flavor into dishes.

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8. 5 Common Foods That Could Affect Your Mental Health

When it comes to mental health, we often overlook the role of our diet. Surprisingly, certain foods and drinks can contribute to anxiety spikes or even depression. Here’s a look at five culprits that you may want to consume with caution, especially if mental wellness is a priority for you.

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9. From Soda Pop to Water Drops: The Evolution of America’s Beverage Choices

Once upon a time, soda was king. The ’90s were flooded with carbonated sweetness, as soda sales soared and brands like Snapple reached record valuations. Then came the colorful and quirky beverages like Surge, Orbitz, and SoBe “elixirs” that filled grocery stores. In that sugar-fueled era, plain water seemed like a forgotten beverage for many, especially the younger generation.

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10. Could Turning Plastics into Detergents Help with Plastic Pollution?

Plastic pollution is a major issue facing the health of our planet. Plastics do not biodegrade, meaning that, once produced, they stick around forever. The buildup of plastics in the environment has negative implications for the environment, biodiversity, and even human health. Unfortunately, single-use plastics continue to be widely used. These plastics are used once, then thrown away which contributes greatly to the epidemic of plastic Pollution. Single-use plastics can include food packaging, medical equipment, and much more. However, scientists at the University of California at Santa Barbara have recently found an exciting way to re-purpose some of these plastics. 

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