Pit Bull Saves Family From Burning House In Tennessee
Dogs are not only man’s best friend, but also protector of the family. They save our lives in more than one way. A pit bull named Jack is a hero for saving his sleeping family from their burning home. He sensed something was wrong and alerted his dad. It all took place in the early morning hours on Tuesday in Chattanooga, Tennessee. A fire started in the home and Jack went to his dad and started licking his face to wake him up. His dad smelled smoke and quickly woke the rest of the family. Everyone escaped just in time as the house...
Orlando Groomers Come To The Rescue Of Shelter Dog Unable To Walk Due To Severely Matted Fur
Loretta, a one-year-old sheepadoodle (sheep dog and poodle mix), arrived at Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida unable to walk due to severely matted fur and had to be carried. The shelter took her in late Saturday afternoon and immediately took to social media with a plea for help. They wrote, “Urgent courtesy groom needed in the Orlando area! We were asked to help a dog with very little background information or details. We were simply asked to help. We asked if this was a backyard breeder dog and we were told ‘no’ although...
Minnesota Orders Culling of 1 Million Chickens to Halt Bird Flu Spread
Minnesota is facing an agricultural crisis as the state undertakes the culling of nearly one million chickens in an attempt to curb the spread of the highly contagious bird flu. This measure comes after the avian influenza virus was confirmed on a Wright County egg farm, reports KFGO. Photo: PexelsBird flu, or avian influenza, is a viral infection that affects chickens and other birds. The Virulent Spread of Bird Flu The bird flu, or avian influenza, is a viral disease with a propensity for rapid transmission among bird populations. As USA...
Community Search Leads to Safe Return of Wolfdog in California Community
In a quiet Californian town, an extraordinary resident named Shadow—a wolfdog with piercing yellow eyes and a dark grey coat—slipped into the wild, sparking a widespread search. Shadow, a hybrid with a lineage part wild wolf and part domestic dog, was not just any pet. And his escape was more than an owner’s worry; it became a community’s concern. Photo: Facebook / Sebastopol Police DepartmentWolfdogs are hybrids resulting from the breeding of domestic dogs with wolves. The Search Commences As the news of...
Vote for Dr. Kwane Stewart for CNN Hero of the year!
We are thrilled to share that Dr. Kwane Stewart, veterinarian and co-founder of Project Street Vet and a Maddie’s Fund® grantee, has been selected to be one of the top 10 finalists in the CNN Heroes Awards for his incredible work with pets and people. Dr. Stewart shared his journey going from private practice veterinarian to walking the streets solo, helping the pets of the unhoused, on a Weekly Community Conversations Call earlier this year. The CNN Heroes finalist is determined by vote and we’d love for your support in...
Avoid the Pitfalls of Overfeeding Your Companion Animals
Proper nutrition is a fundamental pillar of a pet’s well-being. Just like humans, pets can suffer adverse health effects if they are overfed or fed the wrong foods. It is important to understand the risks associated with improper pet feeding. Your veterinarian should be consulted for guidance on your specific pet, but it also helps to understand the symptoms of an unhealthy diet. Photo: PexelsConsult with a veterinarian for personalized dietary advice for your pet. The Risks of Overfeeding Your Pet Overfeeding your beloved pet can lead...
Cat Who Was Discarded By Two Owners and Ended Up at Animal Control Finally Finds Home
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! Mr. Mittens was found at a gas station when he was about four weeks old, crying and in the rain. Naturally, I had to have him and keep him safe. CATS. PHOTO: PIXABAY / GUNDULA VOGEL Last summer, Mittens and I had to say goodbye to his big brother, Generalissimo Fussypants. Fussy had a random genetic bladder disorder, and nothing could’ve been done. We were both a mess! We felt so...
Roosters Show Signs of Recognizing Their Own Reflections, Which Means They May Be Self-Aware
When we look in the mirror, we sometimes wonder if that’s really us. I mean, have we really aged that much?! If you’re a rooster, though, you may have no issues recognizing your reflection. Researchers at the Universities of Bonn and Bochun recently conducted a series of tests to figure out how self-aware roosters are. The team says they suspect this characteristic is more common in animals than is currently thought, and they believe that could be shown if it’s tested in more species. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ANDREAS NEUMANN Sonja...
This Bird’s Otherworldly Mating Dance Has Attracted the Attention of More Than Just Female Birds
When you think of the showoffs and the attention seekers of the avian community, you might picture a peacock or flamingo. Odds are your mind won’t automatically go to the crimson horned pheasant…until now, that is. The crimson horned pheasant, also known as Temminck’s tragopan (Tragopan temminckii) is native to eastern India, southern and central Asia, and central China. The bird has a short bill and short tail feathers with respect to its wing length. Its population is slowly decreasing, but its conservation status is...
Blind Pittie Captures Heart Of Grieving Foster Mom Who Says She’s “The One” And Adopts Her
Who rescued who? This is a common question adopters ask themselves when they find their perfect animal match. Sometimes people head to their local shelter to adopt one animal and end up leaving with another because of an instant connection. Other times, animals come into our lives when we need them most. Susan Endres lost her faithful dog, Snickers, in June and has been slowly healing by fostering senior dogs from Frosted Faces Foundation (FFF) in Ramona, California. She takes the older dogs on “Flings” (about 2-week stays) to...
