Best Gifts For Pet Lovers That Also Give Back To Shelter Animals
‘Tis the season of giving, and the best place to shop for the pet lovers on your list is at The Animal Rescue Site Store. You will find unique and quality gifts, and each purchase helps feed shelter animals. Talk about a win-win! There are so many options, and you are guaranteed to find something special for all the people on your list, including yourself. We thought we would help by sharing some of our favorites below. Best Gifts for Pet Lovers Under $20 Paw Print Fleece Slipper Boots Photo: GreaterGood Need I say more?! These are a...
Lion Escapes Circus in Italian Town, Sparks Safety and Animal Rights Debate
Residents of Ladispoli, a seaside town near Rome, experienced an unexpected visitor on their streets when Kimba, an eight-year-old circus lion, escaped from the Rony Roller Circus. As The Guardian reports, the lion’s presence prompted a lockdown, with the mayor advising residents to stay indoors while authorities and circus staff attempted to recapture the animal. Photo: PexelsLions in zoos often live in enclosures far smaller than their natural habitats. The Lion’s Journey Through the Streets Captured on video by locals, Kimba...
John Oliver’s Campaign Catapults Pūteketeke to Victory in New Zealand’s Bird of the Century Contest
In a remarkable twist to New Zealand’s Bird of the Year contest, the Pūteketeke, a vulnerable crested grebe, emerged as the Bird of the Century, largely thanks to a global campaign spearheaded by British-American comedian John Oliver. The contest, which has been a tradition for nearly two decades, saw an unprecedented number of votes, surpassing 350,000 from nearly 200 countries. Oliver’s “alarmingly aggressive” campaign tactics, including billboards and television appearances, swayed public opinion and voting...
Reasons Your Dog Might Benefit from Low Level Laser Therapy
Not all pet pain issues should be solved by common prescription drugs. There is a strong case to be made for alternative therapies. And when those therapies come in the shape of a revolutionary medical Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT) Laser device like Dog Med Laser, designed especially for at-home use for cats and dogs (thereby negating stressful vet visits at the same time as helping heal your pet)? That’s what we call true animal wellness. But what is Photobiomodulation exactly? And why might your pet – dog or cat –...
Endangered Florida Panthers in Peril as Road Fatalities Surge
Florida’s endangered panthers, a symbol of wild grace in the Sunshine State, are facing an alarming threat from an unexpected source – vehicular collisions. Recent tragedies highlight the growing concern for these majestic animals as they struggle to survive in a rapidly changing environment. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / George GentryFlorida panthers are a subspecies of cougar. Increasing Road Fatalities According to the Tampa Bay Times, in a single week, four Florida panthers lost their lives to vehicle strikes, marking one of the...
Register now for Camp Maddie: Foster Edition!
Have you registered for Camp Maddie yet? Registration is free! Camp Maddie is a new learning series beginning with a virtual half-day dog foster edition on Thursday, December 7, 9am-1 pm PT (12 pm-4 pm ET). At Camp Maddie, we will cover various topics in to-the-point presentations, panel discussions, strategy-sharing seminars, videos and question and answer sessions. Presenters will discuss breaking down barriers in the foster field, how they recruit foster caregivers and provide insight into strategies they use to make fostering...
Young Cat Keeps Annoying Resident Senior Pets, But New Kitten Shows Up to Be Her Friend
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! A year after losing our beloved Chloe, my partner and I decided that we would bring a new fur-person into our family and went to our local shelter. There were so many cats there and we wondered how on Earth we were going to choose… until we were walking by and heard a loud “Hey you!” in kitty-speak from one of the cages. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY “I hate it here! Take...
Dog Found Alive Next To His Owner’s Body Months After They Went Missing In Colorado Mountains
Dogs are the definition of loyal and will never leave a member of their pack behind. A faithful and resilient Jack Russell terrier is being called a “hero” for never leaving his dad’s side, even after he passed away. 71-year-old Richard Moore of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, set out to climb Blackhead Peak with his Jack Russell terrier named Finney. When they didn’t return, family reported them missing on August 19. Multiple rescue teams searched the area for nearly 2,000 hours around Blackhead Peak on foot and by air, but...
Meet Grateful Shelter Pets Catching A Ride On This Month’s Flight To Freedom
On November 20, 35 dogs and 20 cats will leave overcrowded shelters in Louisiana and Alabama and head to New Jersey to find loving homes on our Grateful Paws Rescue Flight. Every month, GreaterGood sponsors a Good Flight with our non-profit partner Greater Good Charities, called Flight to Freedom, that gives at-risk shelter dogs and cats the second chance they deserve. The animals arrive at a shelter or rescue with open kennels and adopters waiting to meet them. These life-saving flights are possible thanks to your continued support, so thank...
6 Signs It’s Time to Switch to a Limited-Ingredient Diet
A limited-ingredient diet can help dogs and cats with allergies, food sensitivities, and sensitive stomachs. If your fur baby shows any of the following signs, they might benefit from a new food made with minimal ingredients. Caring for dogs and cats with food allergies and sensitivities is difficult. Not only are the symptoms heartbreaking, but it can also be impossible to know what to feed them. The problem with most commercial diets is the long list of ingredients. This increases the chances that the food will contain an allergen or...
