Maine Lobster Gear Linked To Fatal Entanglement For Endangered Right Whale
A critically endangered North Atlantic right whale has been found dead, entangled in fishing gear from a Maine lobster fishery. This incident is a result of human activity, and a strong argument for sustainable fishing practices. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Pcb21North Atlantic right whales are critically endangered, with fewer than 400 individuals remaining. Identifying the Culprit The unfortunate demise of right whale #5120, found on Martha’s Vineyard, has been directly linked to Maine’s lobster industry. The rope, embedded in the...
Russian Drone Strikes Humanitarian Vehicle And Driver Barely Escapes, But He Continues To Help Those In Need
The city of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine, is under attack by Russian forces and is being bombed daily. There was once a population of 12,250 people and countless animals. Many have abandoned their homes and those remaining need emergency aid. United for Animals is on the ground offering supplies (provided thanks to your generous donations) to people and pets in need. The items are being delivered by their courageous coordinator named Eugene Tkachov. He navigates the war-torn streets to bring food and supplies to people and pets....
Meet Unsung Heroes In Ukraine Risking Their Lives To Care For Abandoned And Injured Animals
The war continues in Ukraine and so do the acts of brave individuals who are navigating the dangerous streets to bring aid to people and pets in need. For the past two years, selfless people have stepped up to care for homeless, abandoned, and injured animals who found themselves caught in the crosshairs of war. Photo: United for Animals Meet just a handful of the unsung heroes in Ukraine who are risking their lives to save animals and give them the life they deserve. While they may not be pictured in photos, their work is changing the lives...
Ukraine Animal Shelter Destroyed By Bombs Is Trying To Rebuild While Caring For Hundreds Of Animals
When the war began two years ago, bombs rained down on the Kyiv region and badly damaged an animal shelter called “The Best Friends” in the village Fasova, Makariv district. Several animals were killed, but most were saved after the shelter was hit over seven times by aircraft and grad shelling. The shelter, which was founded in 2014 by Onoprienko Galina Fedorovna, relies on donations to care for the abundance of homeless animals. The shelter building and nearly all the animal enclosures were destroyed. The courageous people who...
Puppies Rescued from the Ukrainian Frontlines Seek New Homes
The Russo-Ukrainian War has been going on since 2014, but it wasn’t until February 24th, 2022, that things really ramped up with a full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian military. Just over a week later, GreaterGood and Greater Good Charities launched into action, sending aid in the form of tourniquets and medical kits, food boxes and hot pizza, blankets and warm clothing, and pet food and pet supplies. On this second anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, we’d like to tell you more about the people and pets...
Thousands of Displaced Pets Need Help in Kramatorsk, On the Ukrainian Frontlines
The Russo-Ukrainian War has been going on since 2014, but it wasn’t until February 24th, 2022, that things really ramped up with a full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian military. Just over a week later, GreaterGood and Greater Good Charities launched into action, sending aid in the form of tourniquets and medical kits, food boxes and hot pizza, blankets and warm clothing, and pet food and pet supplies. On this second anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, we’d like to tell you more about the people and pets...
How a 2023 Open Arms Challenge winner became more accessible and inclusive of its entire community
During the 2023 Open Arms Challenge, Grand Prize winner Harris County Pets of Houston, TX, (HCP) did its very best to ensure the practices and services offered were easily accessible and did not exclude anyone. Equipped with information from Community Conversations and Maddie’s® Pet Forum, they were able to make a number of changes that helped them achieve their goal. “We eliminated appointments for adoptions and replaced our adoption application with a simpler adoption agreement that only requires the adopter’s...
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Intro: The introduction of the web has actually transformed the means we eat media, consisting of films. On-line film streaming systems have ended up being significantly preferred, supplying users a practical and cost-effective way to access a huge library of movies. This report intends to look into the distinct features and benefits of these systems, highlighting their tremendous popularity and changing fads in movie consumption. The Increase of Online Film Streaming: On-line motion picture streaming services have actually seen a meteoric...
Climate Crisis and Habitat Loss Push Iconic Migratory Animals to Edge of Extinction
Migratory animals, from the majestic whales traversing vast oceans to the delicate songbirds weaving through continental skies, are facing an unprecedented crisis. These creatures, integral to the ecological and cultural tapestry of our planet, are at a crossroads, with over a fifth threatened by extinction due to human actions, CNN reports. This stark reality is illuminated by a recent United Nations report, shedding light on the challenges these species face in their fight for survival. Photo: PexelsOver 20% of migratory species are at risk...
Shelter Dogs & Cats Get Second Chance To Find Love On Flight to Freedom
On February 20, over fifty shelter dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters in Alabama and Louisiana will board a Flight to Freedom headed to Wisconsin. These good boys and girls were overlooked and possibly at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space and adopters. Shelters, especially those in southern states, continue to struggle to find homes for all the pets in their care. That is where Greater Good Charities’ Good Flights swoops in to rescue them. We sponsor a flight every month, called Flight to Freedom, and with your continued...
