From zany to Zen: the transformative effects of ashwagandha on anxious dogs
We humans don’t hold the monopoly on stress and anxiety. The world can be a scary place for our favorite fur friends too. From loud noises and strange dogs, to environmental changes and separation anxiety, stress can play an important role in your canine’s well-being. If your dog suffers from anxiety, you know the havoc it can wreak – on their health and happiness, and the state of your home. Fortunately, there is increasing evidence that ashwagandha, particularly pure root extract KSM-66 Ashwagandha, offers a safe,...
6 Ways to Change Your Dog’s Behavior
From pulling on the leash to barking too much, our dogs sometimes engage in behaviors we don’t want. Here are six simple ways to change those behaviors and achieve a happy, well-adjusted dog. Does your dog constantly jump up on people? Does she pull on the leash, bark excessively, or ignore you when you call her? Take heart! She’s not deliberately trying to annoy you. Know that good behavior and a more harmonious relationship between you and your dog are closer than you think. This article features six easy tips to help you...
10 Things to Keep in Mind Before Adopting a Bird
When we head to a shelter to get a pet, we usually end up taking home a cat or dog. (And possibly more than one. Those pleading eyes can get to us.) However, birds that find their way to shelters can be good company, as well. Their care may be a bit more extensive, and their personalities may take some getting used to, but if you know what you’re getting into and are prepared to provide them necessary care, you may consider bringing a bird home, too. This January, which is Adopt a Rescued Bird Month, learn some of the things you need to...
Facing Extinction, Sharks Battle Against Overfishing and Human Neglect
Sharks, the ocean’s ancient guardians, are facing a stark reality. Despite centuries of resilience, they now confront an existential threat, primarily due to human activities. These magnificent creatures are facing critical challenges that current conservation efforts may not be able to overcome. Photo: PexelsOver 30% of shark species are threatened with extinction. Escalating Mortality Rates A recent study paints a distressing picture: shark mortality rates are on the rise globally. Between 2012 and 2019, shark deaths in fisheries...
Hundreds of Manatees Huddle Together In Florida To Stay Warm Amid Chilly Temperatures
Cold temperatures are moving across the country causing people and animals to seek warm shelter. While most would consider 50 degrees mild, it is cold for manatees in Florida. Southwest Florida Water Management District shared a video on Facebook showing hundreds of manatees gathered together at Three Sisters Springs in Crystal River. The sea cows, as they are affectionately called, are huddled together on the newly restored shoreline enjoying the warmer water. Check out the footage below: According to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation...
Brazil’s Atlantic Forest Faces Imminent Collapse, Thousands of Species at Risk
The Atlantic Forest, a unique and biodiverse region in Brazil, is experiencing an ecological crisis due to declining primate populations, crucial for the ecosystem’s health. This crisis can be understood through the lens of “extinction debt,” a concept that captures the delayed effects of past events on current species survival, The Conversation reports. Habitat fragmentation and human-induced changes, including declining primate numbers vital for seed dispersal, are central to this unfolding crisis. Photo: PexelsLess than...
GreaterGood Donated 36,000 Blankets to Ukraine in 2023. Help Us Send More in 2024!
At GreaterGood, your donations always go where they’re needed most so you can help make a true impact on the world. For nearly 25 years, we’ve been giving where it matters for people, pets, and the planet, and we appreciate everything our readers and donors have done to help us in this critical mission. With your help, we’ve now given well over 80 million dollars to various charities in the U.S. and across the globe. One of our most recent projects has been to provide blankets, food, pet food, medical kits, and other...
Malnourished Puppies Suffering From Mange Are Now Thriving Thanks To Your Support
Oklahoma Pet Collective Society received a call about several stray dogs living in deplorable conditions on a rural property in Prue. They arrived to find emaciated puppies missing most of their fur. They were leery of humans, so it took some time to capture them. Their patience paid off and the rescue team was finally able to catch some of the dogs. They named the puppies Dolce and Gabbana who arrived covered in mange and sores and vastly underweight. Photo: Oklahoma Pet Collective Society Thanks to your generous donations, Greater Good...
8 Reasons to Try Grass Seed Cat Litter
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Woman Fixated On One Cat at Shelter Hears a Meow From Elsewhere That Immediately Captures Her Heart
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! In 2008, I had two lovable kitties – Mallory (a Maine Coon mix) and Chloe (an elderly tabby). Mallory was a playful girl and much younger than Chloe, who passed away in 2010 at age 18. When Chloe was still alive, Mallory desperately needed a kitty playmate since elderly Chloe was far beyond her playful years at the time. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / Gerhard Bögner My buddy and roomie...
