Oklahoma Shelter Puppies & Their Moms Are Thriving Thanks To Your Donations
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Goods-Report-Back_Puppies_vertical.mp4 All puppies should be able to run and play to their heart’s delight. Sadly, countless puppies are waiting in shelters across the country for a loving home. Thanks to your generous support, The Animal Rescue Site along with Greater Good Charities’ GOODS program delivered toys, food, and other goodies to Oklahoma animal shelters. Read about how your donations made the day of shelter puppies and adult dogs below. Daphne and her...
Woman Adopts Puppy Expecting a Small Companion Gets an 80 Pound Surprise
When a person adopts a rescue puppy, they often anticipate the joy and companionship the new addition will bring. However, for one dog owner, the experience turned into a tale of unexpected growth. Photo: TikTok / lifeofkodabearA woman adopted a small puppy named Koda, expecting him to remain medium-sized. Adoption’s Unexpected Turn The story began with the adoption of a seemingly small puppy named Koda, a mix between a pit bull and an Australian shepherd. The new owner, who shared her journey on TikTok under the username...
Benefits of Raw Food Diets for Dogs and Cats and How to Switch!
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One of Their Closest Relatives is a Little Furball, and More Intriguing Facts About the Elephant
Elephants once ranged throughout much of Africa and Asia, but their populations have dwindled on both continents over the past century. Asian elephants – which number no more than 50,000 and are listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List – are now found in parts of India and Southeast Asia. African elephants, meanwhile, range across sub-Saharan Africa. They’re split into two groups: the forest elephant, which is critically endangered, and the savanna or bush elephant, which is also endangered. In 1930, there were up to 10...
Increased Missile Attacks on Ukraine Lead to Emergency Evacuation of Homeless Pets Near Frontlines
Missiles rained down on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, early Thursday morning in one of the largest Russian attacks in weeks. Buildings were destroyed and lives were lost. “The enemy launched a massive, combined attack using drones and missiles,” Serhii Popko, head of the KMVA (Kyiv City Military Administration) posted on Telegram. These deadly attacks continue as the frontline moves towards the Kherson and Sumy regions of Ukraine. Homeless and abandoned pets are once again caught in the crossfire. Photo: Patron Pet Center As...
Kansas City Trainer’s Shocking Abuse Sparks Outrage and Calls for Change in Animal Protection Laws
In Pleasant Hill, a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri, a viral video has ignited public outrage and drawn attention to the darker side of dog training. Matt Fiala, a local dog trainer, was captured on film engaging in acts that many consider to be clear animal abuse. This incident has not only led to municipal charges against Fiala but has also sparked a broader conversation about the need for tougher animal protection laws in Missouri. Photo: PexelsA dog trainer in Kansas City was filmed abusing a German shepherd. Uncovering the Abuse The...
Debunking the Orange Cat Myth: Experts Reveal What Truly Shapes Feline Behavior
In the world of feline enthusiasts, orange cats hold a special, if not somewhat curious, place. Viral videos and social media platforms often depict these ginger felines as endearingly clumsy or less astute compared to their multicolored counterparts. But is there any truth to the notion that coat color, specifically orange, influences a cat’s behavior? Photo: PexelsOrange cats are often stereotyped as less intelligent in viral videos. Unraveling Feline Personality Recent studies challenge the long-held assumptions linking feline coat...
New York Woman and Her Potty Trained Pigeon Take the Big Apple by Storm
In the bustling streets of New York City, where the unexpected becomes the norm, a unique companionship blossoms between Abby Jardine, a 26-year-old party products developer from Brooklyn, and her pet pigeon, Pidge. This is not just any bird tale; it’s a story of an extraordinary bond, potty training, and adventures across the city’s iconic landscapes, all of which have catapulted Pidge into viral fame. Photo: TikTok / @abby_nyc_Pidge enjoys a lifestyle that includes dining at fine restaurants and attending social events. The...
Products that Support Your Dog or Cat’s Dental Health
Check out a selection of products to help enhance at-home dental care for your dog or cat. Regular dental care is as vital to a dog or cat’s health and well-being as it is to us. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, dogs and cats show early signs of periodontal disease as early as three years of age, and the problem only worsens unless preventive measures are put in place. Along with regular veterinary checkups and a healthy lifestyle that includes a wholesome natural diet, your dog or cat can benefit from the...
Resources to help make pet adoptions more welcoming
The Open Arms Challenge begins next month on April 1st! Whether you’re participating in the Challenge or not (registration has closed) we’re highlighting a few resources that will help make adoptions more welcoming and inclusive for your community. Adopters Welcome: The Mind-Body Connection by Humane Society of the United States is an informative blog post that explains how organizations and individuals can lay the groundwork for an open adoptions approach. “Trauma and chronic stress inhibit rational thought, until the...
