Abandoned Cat Who Huddled On Porch in the Rain Finds Warmth and a Home Inside
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! Niko showed up on our driveway one day. He had patches of fur missing, he hissed and meowed at the same time, and he was emaciated and so scared. I thought he was feral until one afternoon when he rubbed himself against my leg. I saw something in his eyes that day that changed my heart forever. He was someone’s discarded baby. PHOTO: DORIAN CASTELLANO Whenever it rained, he’d...
Belgian Malinois Performs Squats in the Gym Alongside His Owner
If you’ve spent much time on social media, you probably realize that gym content is quite popular. There are often videos circulating of people doing impressive workouts, but sometimes, things go viral for being different or funny. One gym video recently went viral for featuring something that was both impressive and strange – it was of a dog doing squats! Photo: @dr.evanstrahl Dr. Evan Strahl shared the video on TikTok, saying: “My squat buddy is cuter than yours.” His squat buddy happened to be an adorable Belgian...
Faithful Australian Shepherd Warns Mom When She’s About To Faint
Having a medical condition that causes random bouts of fainting can be scary. If you don’t catch the feeling you’re going to faint soon enough, you could fall and really hurt yourself. That’s a reality that a woman named Katie lives with since she suffers from postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), which can cause anxiety-like symptoms, lightheadedness, and fainting. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, and thankfully, she’s not alone. She has her faithful 4-year-old Australian Shepherd named Bailey, who happens...
Heroic Man Jumps Into Canal To Save Drowning Baby Fox
A baby fox has her life thanks to a kindhearted hero in Leicestershire, England. According to Leicestershire Live, 57-year-old Russ Bellingham was walking near the Grand Union Canal in Market Harborough with his niece when he spotted struggling baby fox in the water and immediately leaped into action. Photo: TikTok/@stylewithseycha Despite being fully clothed, Bellingham plunged into the murky green water and swam all the way across the canal to where a baby fox was barely keeping his head afloat. Bellingham’s niece, Seycha, immediately...
Senior Cat Has Been At Shelter For 2,803 Days Without A Single Application
Senior cats are often overlooked for younger cats, especially ones that are more independent and not overly affectionate. But all cats deserve a family of their own who love them just the way they are. A 10-year-old cat named Gray Belle has been at Chesapeake Feline Association, a no-kill feline rescue in Maryland, for 2,803 days (over 7 years) and has never had a single application for adoption. This heartbreaking news was shared on the rescue’s TikTok with a video of the beautiful cat. They explain that Gray Belle will need a patient...
Boston Terrier Stood Up By Adopter Is Once Again Looking For Loving Home
The best day for shelter dogs is the day they get adopted. They finally hear the words “you have been adopted” and it is a day filled with excitement. Sadly, there are times when the adopter changes his/her mind and don’t show up. This is what happened to a sweet pup in Ontario, Canada. Nikki, a four-year-old Boston terrier, was surrendered by her owner to Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary in December due to allergies and being reactive towards other dogs. Screenshot: TikTok/@dogtalesrescue Her skin has drastically improved...
How to Protect Yourself from the Top Puppy Scams
Right now, ruthless puppy scammers are lurking online — hoping you’ll click on their websites, post or offer to help. Spotting signs of a puppy scam can save you from ending up heartbroken and broke. Scams include “dog breeders” who only accept bank or wire transfers or won’t have a live video call so you can see a puppy, her littermates and mother. Dogster interviewed animal welfare insiders who revealed these criminals’ tricks and how to recognize a scam. How to protect yourself from the top puppy scams...
4 Things That Will Keep Your Dog Safe and Healthy
Need help dog-proofing your life? The four health and safety tips we have for you today will make your life easier and give you peace of mind about your pup. Nothing is more important to a dog parent than the safety and well-being of their pup. Whether you’re a seasoned animal guardian or bringing your first puppy into your home, these four tips will help keep your fur baby safe, sound, and healthy for life! 1. Dog-Proof Your Home There are hazards around every house for dogs, but dog-proofing is easy if you know where to look. Here are...
Paddle for Puppies May 7th, 2023
Apr 05, 2023 Paddle for Puppies is back for the 12th year in a row! Celebrated as one of Austin’s favorite events, this iconic gathering is more than just a paddle down Lady Bird Lake — it’s a lifesaving endeavor! Sponsored by Austin Subaru and hosted at Rowing Dock, Paddle for Puppies 2023, will take place on Sunday May 7th at 8:00am. Both people and water-confident dogs* paddle 2.5 miles down Lady Bird Lake, just past Congress bridge on the boat of your choice — kayak, SUP, canoe, all in support of our Parvo Puppy...
After Rescuing Two Frozen Puppies and Losing One, Woman Works Hard to Save the Other
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! My rescue story began on February 13, 2021. It was unseasonably and bitterly cold that night in Arkansas when I got a call from my friend. They had found a mommy dog with two puppies in the ditch by the side of the road. The mommy was frozen, the puppies were barely breathing, and my friend asked me if I would take them. PHOTO: EVA POTTER When they got to my house, I tried to get them to...
