Dalmatian Heeler (Dalmatian & Blue Heeler Mix): Info, Pictures & Care Guide
Click Below to Skip Ahead If you’re looking for an excellent working dog for your ranch but can’t decide between the loyal Dalmatian or the tenacious Blue Heeler, why not choose a mix of the two? The Dalmatian Heeler shares their parents’ endurance, intelligence, loyalty, and a beautiful mixture of their unique fur colors. Energetic and happy to work, the Dalmatian Heeler needs an active owner who can keep up with them. This guide will tell you more! Breed Overview Height: 17–24 inches Weight: 35–70 pounds...
Bichon Frise Colors & Patterns (With Pictures)
Click to Skip Ahead Bichon Frises are known for their unique genetics and we’re going to uncover the secrets behind their mesmerizing coat patterns. From the classic white coat to the striking combinations of apricot, silver, and cream, each Bichon Frise unveils a palette of colors that will leave you in amazement. So, if you’re an enthusiast or simply curious about the fascinating intricacies of canine genetics, join us on this journey as we unravel the dazzling colors and patterns of the Bichon Frise. Prepare to be amazed! The...
Fisher Sightings Stir Hope as Long Lost Species Returns to Ohio
In a striking turn of events, the fisher—a mammal long thought extirpated from Ohio—has been spotted, hinting at a possible resurgence in the state’s wildlife tapestry. This discovery in Northeast Ohio could mark the return of a species that vanished from the region over two centuries ago, Newsweek reports. Photo: Ohio Division of WildlifeFishers, once extirpated from Ohio, have been spotted again. Historical Context and Recent Sightings Fishers, part of the weasel family, were once a common sight in Ohio but faced...
Over 50 Dogs And Cats Safely Land In New Jersey To Find Forever Homes
Over 50 shelter pets left overcrowded Louisiana shelters on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day and boarded a Flight to Freedom. Photo: JPAWS In the early morning hours of April 30th, staff and volunteers arrived at the airport to help the dogs and cats board the Good Flight headed to New Jersey. Photo: Iberville Parish Animal Shelter The work to prep the pets for the flight started very early at St. Charles Parish Animal Shelter. The seven dogs from the shelter with tickets on the flight were treated to warm baths thanks to dedicated staff....
Audacious Side-Eye & Other Subtle Ways That Pip Shows Hate Toward Me
Hi, I’m Allison. Read my introduction to learn more about me and my three mixed-breed dogs from Thailand, Jelly, Lorraina, and Manic. Have I ever had trouble bonding with a dog? Yes. My mother has a Chihuahua named Pip. That’s it. That’s the end of this article. Do I really need to expand on things? Okay, maybe I should provide more details about the situation. I don’t want to seem biased towards Chihuahuas. It is 2024 after all, and breed-hate will not be tolerated! My mother has a Chihuahua, and despite us living...
Scientists Race Against Time to Save Northern White Rhino From Extinction With IVF
The northern white rhino is on the edge of extinction. With only two females remaining, both infertile, the species faces a grim future. However, a groundbreaking achievement in reproductive technology offers a glimmer of hope. Scientists have successfully initiated the first in vitro fertilization (IVF) pregnancy using a southern white rhino as a surrogate, marking a pivotal moment in conservation efforts, The Guardian reports. Photo: PexelsOnly two northern white rhinos remain alive today. Understanding the IVF Breakthrough The process...
Dog Nearly Choked To Death By Collar Starts New Life In Idaho
We received the best news on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day – Polly (a.k.a. Polly Pocket) has been adopted! Do you remember the sweet pup who arrived at Iberville Parish Animal Shelter in Louisiana with a swollen head due to an embedded collar? She was nearly choked to death by a collar that was placed on her as a puppy and never removed as she continued to grow. Photo: Bayou Buddies We asked for your help to cover her medical bills through Greater Good Charities’ (GGC) Emergency Animal Medical fund and you stepped up in a big...
Pup Loses Her Person But Gains a New Family Who Loves Her to Pieces
The following story is a finalist in the Rescue to Royalty Challenge. Three grand prize winners will receive a $250 shopping spree, while a shelter of their choosing will be awarded $2,000 in cash and needed supplies! You can vote for your favorite story here through May 8! We inherited Bebe from my mother-in-law after she passed away. Barb, my mother-in-law, had rescued Bebe from the south after someone surrendered her due to “not living up to their expectations”. She fit right in with Barb and had a wonderful four years until...
Traffic Noises Impact Baby Birds’ Development and Mortality Risk, New Study Shows
Human-caused noises can impact animals. For example, birds’ behavior has been found to change significantly on nights when fireworks are set off. What about before eggs are even hatched, though? New research shows noises can even be damaging then. Researchers at Deakin University in Australia and Doñana Biological Station in Spain recently investigated both the short- and long-term impacts of environmental noises on young birds during incubation and nesting. Their findings, published in the journal Science, show that, when...
Grizzly Bears Set to Be Restored to Washington State’s North Cascades
Grizzlies are headed back to another area within their historic range. The National Park Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) have announced that grizzly bears will be restored to Washington State’s North Cascades ecosystem, from which the species had disappeared largely due to hunting. The last time there was a confirmed sighting of a grizzly in the U.S. portion of the North Cascades was in 1996. PHOTO: PIXABAY / TAPANI HELLMAN In a news release, North Cascades National Park Service Complex Superintendent Don Striker...
