Carefree Cat Enjoys A Day At The Beach With His Family
Cats and water don’t typically mix. There’s a stereotype about cats hating water and doing all they can to avoid it. Given that, it’s safe to assume that most cats wouldn’t enjoy a day at the beach. But Rocco isn’t like most cats. The Maine coon cat has been making waves on social media for his adventurous spirit. Recently, his family shared a video of Rocco enjoying the beach and people can’t get enough of it! Photo: TikTok/@mryan108 “Ahh, to relax like a cat,” they captioned the TikTok video....
Heatstroke in Dogs: It Happens in a Heartbeat
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Dog Grooming Tips for Different Coat Types
Is your dog’s coat long or short, smooth or coarse? When it comes to successfully grooming her at home, knowing her coat type and the tools to use with it is invaluable. Grooming your dog has a lot of benefits. It not only helps keeps her coat and skin healthy, but it also makes her feel better and enhances the bond you share with her. How you groom your dog depends primarily on the type of coat she has. Generally, long-haired dogs require more maintenance than short-haired ones, but there are a lot of variations to consider. Is your...
Billie Eilish Posts a Tribute to Her Childhood Pet Pepper after She Passes
Billie Eilish is best known for her singing but she also had a special friend, and she recently passed away. That friend, Pepper, was her childhood pet. She had spent 15 years of her life with this dog, and it is likely that she doesn’t remember a time when she wasn’t part of it. Billie recently went on Instagram to post a touching tribute after the loss of her ‘lifelong best friend.’ That tribute has touched many people’s hearts, as the loss of a pet is one of the more difficult things that any pet owner has to...
Scared Shelter Dog Cowers in a Corner before Getting a Happy Home
Not every shelter cares for the animals that live within their walls. There are some shelters that even neglect or abuse those animals, leading to tragic results. A dog named Harden found himself in just such a situation. The majority of his life was spent at a local shelter that was known for being neglectful and treating dogs poorly. Photos: YouTube / The Moho Harden and the other dogs at the shelter were kept in cramped, dirty cages and not given any attention. There was very little food so the dogs were always fighting, and this led to...
Abandoned Puppy Follows Couple Across Town to Visit New Forever Home
There are many animal rescues around the world that help abandoned dogs and cats find forever homes. There are also many people who are not organized as animal rescues, but they still save many animals out of love. Stoyan and Dessy are a young couple in Bulgaria that have a dream of providing homes for many stray cats. They also have a big heart for dogs, and it worked out well for the stray in this story. Photos: YouTube / PawMeow In Bulgaria, there are many dogs and cats that are abandoned on the streets. It is common, but those animals...
Humane education program resources for your animal organization
Would you like to help students in your community cultivate empathy and gain the knowledge and tools to make more informed and socially responsible choices by incorporating humane education programs at your animal With growing interest and ongoing discussion about this topic, we hope you’ll upload and peruse resources to help take your humane education programs to the next level. It’s the ultimate “pay it forward” — teaching today’s youth about empathy and compassion towards animals to make the world...
Dog is Put on Hospice But, Months Later, is Still Living Life to the Fullest
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! I am a volunteer at Big Dog Ranch Rescue in Loxahatchee, Florida. I work in the medical building, and one day out of the corner of my eye, I noticed the tiniest chihuahua I had ever seen. PHOTO: PEGGY RYDBERG Boss weighed in at a whopping four pounds and was so cute. I inquired as to why he was in medical. Boss was picked up as a stray and had a life-threatening case of heart worms. SHARE...
California Bill Would Allow People & Pets to Be Buried Together if Passed
A new bill (528) introduced by California Assemblywoman Jacqui Irwin would allow public and private cemeteries to create separate sections within them where family pets can be buried with their owners. “Humans spend over a decade of their lives with their pets, building strong and irreplaceable bonds,” Irwin was quoted in the bill analysis. “It is natural for owners to want to keep their furry members close in the afterlife.” Photo: Pixabay/Pexels California Bill 528 Irwin, a Democrat, represents California’s...
Be Kind To Our Feathered Friends: A Guide To Being A Responsible Bird Watcher
In a world that often seems increasingly detached from the natural realm, the simple act of feeding wild birds in our backyards has become a source of both solace and connection. The COVID-19 pandemic brought about unexpected shifts in our lives, prompting many to turn their attention to the avian wonders that share our spaces. However, as we revel in the joy of bird watching and feeding, it’s crucial to recognize the responsibilities that come with it. Through the art of responsible bird watching, you can nurture nature while...
