How one Pet Foster Stimulus Grant recipient’s community was their animal welfare organization’s lifeline
In need of a feel-good story? As foster care has become the saving grace for many animal welfare organizations in times of Covid and onward, Pet Foster Stimulus Grant recipient, PAWS Atlanta in Atlanta, GA, was no different. What’s more was that they discovered just how amazing their community was! When PAWS Atlanta found out that their county was going into a shelter in place order in March, they put out a call to their community for fosters. The community response was incredible! They placed 110 animals into...
Former President’s Loyal Service Dog, Sully, Honored With 2nd Statue On Veterans Day
It’s been years since Sully, the golden lab who faithfully cared for George H.W. Bush in his final years, worked with the former president, but the service dog has never forgotten his first family. When Jenna Bush Hager and her daughters called Sully at his new job at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the loving pup recognized them straight away. According to TODAY, the trio wanted to thank Sully for taking such good care of their beloved “Great Gampy,” who passed away in 2018, and wish the dog — who...
10 Best Emotional Support Dog Breeds
There’s no doubt that dogs make our lives better. But some dogs take it a step further and improve the quality of life for their humans suffering from depression and anxiety through unwavering affection. People who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental conditions are often looking for a doting dog that will be there to comfort them and provide security. Studies have found that dogs will attempt to soothe their owners when they are distressed, proving they really are man’s best friend. Pixabay Emotional support animals...
Former NFL Star Jay Cutler Turns To Social Media To Help Find His Missing German Shepherd
Former NFL star Jay Cutler has lost his German Shepherd, Bane, and he’s offering $1,000 to anyone who can help find him. Cutler posted photos of Bane on Instagram when he first discovered the dog missing. He’s been hoping his followers will aid in the search for his furry friend, who is likely in the Franklin, Tennessee area. “Ok Instagram it’s time to do some good today. Bane is missing,” Cutler wrote. “80lb German shepherd. Last seen on Old Hillsboro in Franklin, TN. $1000 dollar reward for his...
Rare Albino Turtle Goes Viral For Resembling A Slice Of Melted Cheese
A farmer found a rather unusual turtle in India that looks different than most turtles we have seen before. It is a yellow color that resembles a slice of cheddar cheese or perhaps an egg yolk. When the picture of the turtle appeared online after being posted by the Indian Forest Service, people went crazy for it and started sharing it. When you see it for yourself, you might wonder what it is. We won’t make you wait though. It’s an albino Indian flapshell turtle. If you’ve never seen an Indian flapshell turtle before,...
4-Year-Old Is Baking Dog Biscuits To Raise Money For Animal Rescue
Logan Hovey loves his rescue dog, Harper. “She likes to snuggle me when it’s night time,” he told WIVB. The 4-year-old West Seneca, New York, boy also loves baking with his mother, Eden Hovey. Recently, the two have been baking treats for Harper. Source: Facebook/Logan’s Dog HouseFour-year-old Logan Hovey started a dog biscuit baking venture to raise money for his favorite animal shelter. “We got a recipe from our vet to see what we could give her as a treat,” Eden said. “And we started...
When Spiders Cluster Together It Looks Like ‘Hair’ Is Growing From Buildings
We tend to think that life is good and we don’t have too much to worry about when we are in our home. That may be the case, but what if you were asked to take care of someone else’s home or perhaps a property that has not been cared for in a while? You may soon discover that a strange ball of fur in some forgotten corner is actually a swarm of daddy long legs. The spiders that have this type of behavior are known as Opiliones, sometimes referred to as harvestmen or daddy long legs. They are different from the common spiders you...
Hilarious TikTok Shows What Life Would Be Like ‘If Cats Were Human’
Many cat owners talk to their pets like they are human, but have you ever wondered how your relationship with your pet would change if it actually were? Comedian Abi Clarke played this out in a few hilarious scenarios recorded on the video sharing platform TikTok. Her series, “If Cats Were Human” explores different ways our furry friends might express themselves if they were real people. “So far, she’s created four videos that tackle some of the funny topics that kitty owners discuss the most, like...
Charter Captain Rescues Sea Turtle Caught In Gill Net Just In The Nick Of Time
This story originally appeared at Shareably. More and more we’ve been seeing videos and pictures of just how much we impact nature and our impact on the specific places that animals call their homes. Video after video, picture after picture, and article after article showing us the trash left behind in a once beautiful place or an animal struggling because we didn’t properly dispose of our trash. Then, because of this, an innocent animal just so happened to eat it or accidentally entangle itself in it. However, it’s not just...
Sanctuary Elephants Stop And Listen to Pianist Play Beethoven
There’s nothing like a good song on a sunny day. Something about music has the power to soothe nerves, excite the mind, and warm the heart. The video below shows a talented pianist playing to a herd of elephants. Instead of simply walking away and carrying on with elephant things, they are sticking around to hear the music. Perhaps these elephants have heard this opening before, or maybe they just want to hear where it leads. Say what you want about classical music, it’s finding new fans every day. Many of them contribute to...
