Rescue Dogs Face Euthanasia after Abandonment at Los Angeles Kennel
In a disheartening turn of events, a kennel in Rowland Heights, Los Angeles, became an unintended shelter for 31 dogs, abandoned by the rescue group Woofy Acres. The distressing situation at Shanderin Kennels unfolds a story of abandonment, community effort, and the urgent need for responsible pet ownership and rescue operations. Photo: PexelsOver 30 pets were abandoned at a local kennel, facing an uncertain future. Abandonment at the Kennels Two years ago, Woofy Acres brought these dogs to Shanderin Kennels for what was supposed to be...
Solar Eclipse 2024 Could Spell Chaos for Wildlife as Day Turns to Night
As the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, approaches, the anticipation grows not only among humans but also within the animal kingdom. This celestial event, spanning from Mexico to Maine, offers a unique opportunity to observe the impact on both pets and wildlife. Here’s how animals might react to the sudden shift from day to night and back again. Photo: PexelsDiurnal animals may return to their nests or hiding spots, mistaking the eclipse for dusk. Pets and Their Perception of the Eclipse Household pets, particularly dogs and cats,...
Stray Tortie Taken in By Neighbor, Gives Birth a Week Later
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 have always loved cats and, over the years, have had several rescues. I’ve also lost several to the Rainbow Bridge. I moved from Oregon to Arizona and brought my furry family of three with me: Cleocatra, her daughter Rags, and a sweet little girl named Scooter. After settling in to our new home, I noticed a beautiful baby girl tortie hanging around outside in the carport. TORTIE...
Young Birds Perfect Their Migratory Behavior Through Learning and Exploration, Research Shows
Billions of animals migrate each year, but there’s limited information on how most species’ migratory behaviors change as they age. While time and energy concerns are typically the focus of studies on migration, new research finds that learning may also play a big role. Scientists from the University of Wyoming and the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior recently shared the findings of seven years’ worth of research into white stork migration in southern Germany and Austria. The team followed birds from their first...
How Big Do Whippets Get? Average Weight & Growth Chart
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click Below to Skip Ahead Whippets are very similar to Italian Greyhounds in body structure. However, they are on the smaller side. If you are interested in this breed for its multitude of interesting characteristics, you should know just how big they get. After all, are they suitable for apartment living? Do they require acres and acres of space? These are questions you’ll certainly want to answer before...
Beyond the Save Rate: Integrating People into the Sheltering Equation
[embedded content] Having a 90% or higher save rate has become the gold standard for measuring the success or failure of an animal shelter or rescue, and it will continue to be an important metric. The problem is that the save rate focuses only on a singular point in a complex societal issue. The more the animal welfare industry learns about people and pets, the more we realize that the trouble is less about the pets in the shelter and more about the “people problems” that put them there to begin with. In this webinar, Dr. Ellen...
Can Dogs Eat Huckleberries? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead If you’re a dog parent, you know that one of the most important things about caring for your dog is providing them with adequate nutrition. Dogs are omnivores, which means they can eat all kinds of foods, including meat, veggies, and even fruits, which raises questions about dog-safe foods. One common question among dog parents looking to expand their knowledge of their dog’s diet is...
10 Animals That Don’t Deserve Their Bad Reputations
Reddit user YoungTex posed the initial question: “What animal has a terrible reputation, but in reality is not bad at all?” And a surprising number of commenters piped up to take a stand for the poor creatures of this world that everyone loves to hate. If you’ve ever been blamed for something you didn’t do, you have something in common with all the animals on this list. So don’t be a hypocrite – give these critters the benefit of the doubt and learn why they’re actually not as bad as we’ve...
Severely Abused Cat Found On Steps Of Church Needs Your Help To Heal
Meet Jasper Blu. The one-year-old Russian Blue cat has had a rough start to life and deserves a second chance to find a loving home. The poor fella was found on the steps of a church in Arkansas with two severely broken hind legs and a gunshot wound in his rear end. Community Cats Global rushed him to a local animal hospital who started him on pain meds as they examined and treated his wound. He was abused by a cruel person and left to suffer. “The vet felt like his leg injuries were a result of a baseball bat strike to his back end...
How Long Is a Dog Considered a Puppy? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead If you have owned a puppy, you know how fast they can grow! In the beginning, the puppy stage may seem like it will never end, and when it does, you wish it never did! It’s also easy to forget how long the period lasts, so if you are considering adopting a new puppy or are becoming a first-time owner, you may be wondering how long a dog stays a puppy. This adorable period of puppyhood differs...
