Shelter Helps Two 30-Lb Rescue Cats Get Healthy Before Adoption
When the Animal Rescue League of Boston received two morbidly obese cats, they decided to do everything in their power to help the cats recover. According to a press release from the rescue, Maleficent, a 3-year-old female, and King, a 7-year-old male, were brought into the rescue weighing in at around 30 pounds each. MaleficentPhoto: Animal Rescue League of Boston The rescue said, “Staff and volunteers have dedicated themselves to helping these 30-pound cats in any way possible to help them lose weight and find the forever homes they...
International Cat Day is Here, So Celebrate or Observe it with These 3 Helpful Tips!
The day we acknowledge our putty tat friends is here, and it’s known the world over as International Cat Day. So, what exactly does that mean? Well, it’s not a holiday federal workers have the day off from, which may seem like a bit of a bummer, but it’s a day for all of us feline lovers to take note of our furry toe-beaned friends. It was officially created in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare as a day to raise awareness for cats and learn about ways to help and protect them. So, what would that entail?...
Starving Pittie Learns It’s Ok To Trust After Rescuers Give Her A Second Chance At Life
Hope wasn’t in good shape when Kreitzer’s Critter Corral Puppy Rescue in Kannapolis, North Carolina met her. Back in 2022, the rescue shared on Facebook that the pup was rescued by a Good Samaritan after being abandoned in a cage outside. Photo: Flickr/Tim Fuller License: CC BY 2.0 The Good Samaritan brought Hope to a veterinarian where they discovered she was “emaciated, weak, dehydrated, covered in her own filth, and severely anemic from hookworms.” They said, “She has sores on her feet and tail from...
How Many Treats Should I Give My Pet Each Day?
When we have a pet in the home, they’re like part of the family. We shower them with love, attention and the occasional treats. But how many treats should you be giving to your pet each day? When we have pets who beg, it can be especially hard not to “give in” and offer them treats whenever they want. We might even feel bad for denying them goodies! But if you care about your pets health, you don’t want to go too hard on the treats. Photo: Pexels/Claudia Schmalz So, how many treats is ok and how many is overkill?...
GreaterGood Distributes Dozens of Reusable Feminine Hygiene Kits to Schoolgirls in Rwanda
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/VIDEO-2023-07-30-04-28-56.mp4 Around the world, many women have little or no access to modern feminine hygiene products to make their monthly cycles more comfortable and cleanly and to allow them to go on with their daily lives without disruption. Not having access to pads or tampons can often mean missing the opportunity to go to school for a few days out of the month for fear of bleeding through their clothing in front of their peers. This means that periods are directly...
‘Trickster’ Shelter Cat Secretly Opens Door When Staff Aren’t Watching
A “tricker” shelter cat learned to open the door at the shelter and staff couldn’t figure out how the door kept being opened! It’s not unheard for cats to learn how to open doors. Even kittens can open doors if they’re persistent enough. Some cats have even been documented opening a sliding glass door or helping other pets by opening doors! Photo: Facebook/Capital Humane Society Even so, it can be confusing to discover a door mysteriously being opened day after day unless you specifically see a cat doing it. That...
Celebrating the Bond and Coping with Loss on Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day
Companion animals hold a special place in the hearts of millions of people worldwide. From loyal dogs to affectionate cats, friendly rabbits to talkative parrots, and everything in between, these furry friends enrich our lives in countless ways. They provide us with unconditional love, companionship, and joy, becoming cherished members of our families. However, with the love and joy they bring, we also experience the profound grief of losing them. On Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, observed on August 28th each year, we honor the memory of our...
Shelter Dog Shows Off All His Tricks At Adoption Event But Doesn’t Get One Application
Animal Care Centers (ACC) of NYC are over capacity and in desperate need of adopters and fosters. The centers are currently caring for over 600 pets, which is double the limit. Dogs and cats are being kenneled in crates in hallways and in any open room. In order to help more pets find loving homes, the rescue has lowered the adoption fee to just $5 for adult cats (over the age of 5) and large dogs weighing more than 40 pounds. They continue to encourage people to adopt their loving pets and do everything they can to introduce the community to...
Dealing with Your Dog or Cat’s Allergies—From Both Sides of the Skin
A successful resolution to your dog or cat’s skin allergies means tackling the problem from both inside and out. When we talk about skin allergies in a dog or cat, the main concern is usually what’s making them itch so much. Itching causes the animal to scratch and bite at their skin, which can lead to redness and inflammation, hot spots, hair loss, and secondary infections. The cycle of itching and scratching can spiral out of control and the dog or cat becomes miserable. Relieving an animal’s allergies can be difficult,...
Meet Chupey: The Adorable and Unique Rescue Dog Who Has Captivated Thousands On Instagram and TikTok
Chupey’s story also shed light on the challenges faced by animals in warmer regions, such as the Southeastern United States. Neglect can be a prevalent issue in such areas, as the mild climate allows animals to survive outdoors without adequate care, Kayley says. Owners often lack awareness or understanding of proper pet care, leading to neglect and the perpetuation of breeding cycles. “Down here in the southeast, we are drowning in stray dogs,” Kayley says. Kayley says Chupey’s former owners didn’t necessarily...
