Cat Found Near Death in Front of Coffee Shop Needs Your Support to Heal
Meet Noel. This sweet cat has had a rough start to life and needs your support to heal. She was found emaciated and near death in front of a coffee shop in Greece. She was brought back to Let’s be S.M.A.R.T., a local cat rescue and sanctuary, to be examined. The team discovered that Noel was suffering from painful mouth ulcers and many necrotic teeth. Photo: Let’s be S.M.A.R.T. They shared with us how dire her condition was when she arrived, “She was skin and bones, pale and her temperature was so low the thermometer...
Ned’s Weepy Peepers: Solving the Problem of Giving Eye Drops to Dogs (with Video)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn. Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Ned is tiny. I mean, tiny. Weighing less than 4 lbs (1.8kg to be exact), he gets away with things the other dogs wouldn’t dream of doing, because he’s so damn cute, even when he’s being naughty! Ned also has a problem that many pint-sized pups suffer with –...
Greater Sage-Grouse Faces Extinction as Habitat Disappears
The Greater Sage-Grouse, an iconic bird of the American West, is facing a critical threat to its survival. The loss of its sagebrush habitat, compounded by climate change and human activities, has led to a dramatic decline in its population. Conservation groups and government agencies are working tirelessly to reverse this trend, but significant challenges remain. Photo: Adobe Stock / BrentThe Greater Sage-Grouse is nearing extinction. A Declining Population The Greater Sage-Grouse once thrived across millions of acres in the western United...
Why Cicadas Could Spell Trouble for Your Pets This Season
With cicadas emerging en masse during their periodic cycles, pet owners might be concerned about their furry friends snacking on these crunchy insects. While cicadas are not toxic to pets, there are still important considerations and steps to ensure your pet’s safety. Photo: PexelsPets might find cicadas irresistible due to their crunchy texture. Understanding Cicada Emergence This year, trillions of cicadas are expected to surface across the U.S., with a notable event: the simultaneous emergence of two different broods—one on a...
Two Kittens Rescued From Road After Their Littermates Are Hit By a Car
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! We were on our way home from the grocery store, driving down a farm-to-market road. I glanced out the side window and I thought I saw the outline of a kitten in the tall grass on the side of the highway. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ORNA We pulled over, and I expected to see some feral cats scatter. Instead, two tiny kittens ran full speed into our arms. They were starving and covered in ticks and...
Foster Works Hard to Save Two Surviving Days-Old Kittens After Losing Three
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! I was talking to a friend who worked at my local SPCA about her need to find people to foster newborn kittens, and I heard myself say, “Sure, I’ll try that.” PHOTO: PIXABAY / SIMONEVOMFELD Soon after, my friend’s phone rang and someone had found two 2-day-old kittens under a trailer with a mother who couldn’t nurse due to an infection. I said I’d stop...
Cat Sisters Both Stop Eating at Shelter, and Volunteer Can’t Help But Bring Them Both Home
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! I volunteered at the SPCA with the cats. I would come in once a week to help feed them, clean their cages, and play with them. I always looked forward to it, as I became so close with them all. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PIKABUM One week, I entered a new room that was off limits to the public because the cats were sick with a cold. As I continued my morning routine, I noticed one cat would rub...
Hundreds of Shelter Kittens Have Full Bellies, Thanks to You
Kitten season has begun and that means there are a lot more mouths to feed at shelters and rescues near and far. They need our help to feed and care for the influx of kittens. Photo: Tierhilfe Hoffnung e.V. Thanks to your generous donations, Greater Good Charities’ GOODS program sent a truckload of cat food to feed hundreds of shelter kittens in Romania. Photo: Tierhilfe Hoffnung e.V. The shelter, Tierhilfe Hoffnung e.V., is home to over 200 cats and most of them are kittens. The food donation is a big help and staff wasted no time in...
Vanishing Whale Sharks Signal Crisis in Marine Ecosystems
Whale sharks, the largest fish in the ocean, are disappearing at an alarming rate. Despite their size and significance in marine ecosystems, these gentle giants face numerous threats that have put them on the brink of extinction. Understanding the factors contributing to their decline is crucial for conservation efforts. Photo: PexelsWhale shark populations have declined by more than 50% in the last 75 years. Declining Populations Whale sharks, known scientifically as Rhincodon typus, are classified as endangered on the International Union...
Tools for Lost Pet Prevention
Did you know that July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month? From foundational solutions such as collars with identification tags or secured yards to microchipping and emergency kits—there are proven solutions to help pets remain safe and at home. To discuss the importance of lost pet prevention and how animal welfare organizations can arm themselves and communities with resources, Lorien Clemens, Co-founder and CEO of PetHub, and Jerrica Owen, Executive Director of the National Animal Care & Control Association, share their...
