Firefighters in Washington Save 115 Pups from Doggy Daycare Fire
A tragedy was averted as firefighters in Washington state rescued 115 dogs from a doggy daycare that started to burn after a dryer on the premises caught fire, according to Washington fire officials. The Seattle Fire Department quickly responded to The Dog Resort on Lake City Way in northeastern Seattle just before 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1, and discovered multiple canines trying to escape the smoke-filled building. Fire personnel contacted the Seattle PD and animal control to assist in gathering the scattering dogs and stop them from...
High-Energy Bandit Needs a Reprieve from Shelter Life
Meet Bandit! Despite what her name implies, Bandit isn’t an outlaw or robber, or even a small-time crook. Quite the contrary. She’s a very honest gal – the only thing she’s likely to steal is your heart! In fact, she’s stolen the hearts of countless volunteers, so maybe she is a bit of a career criminal after all! Photo: Pima Animal Care Center Adoptable Dogs Here’s what a few of her volunteer fans have said about her: “Bandit is a little bundle of energy. She has always been friendly and eager to...
Cat Rescued By Kind Motorist After Trying to Cross Three Lanes of Traffic During Rush Hour
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! One day, my mom was on her way home from work during rush hour. She saw this tiny black figure crossing three lanes of heavy traffic and thought to herself, “That’s a funny looking squirrel…” So, being the kind-hearted animal lover she is, she pulled over and checked to see if the little thing was okay. To her surprise, it wasn’t a squirrel, it was a kitten....
How Much To Feed Your Dog and Other Nutrition Questions Answered
If your pet is ready to say goodbye to kibble, you may have some questions about how much to feed a dog or cat who is making the switch to Freshpet. To help make this transition to fresh, healthy dog food easier, we’ve put together a handy guide covering how much to feed your pet and other top nutritional questions. How much Freshpet to feed a dog or cat Each Freshpet recipe features a feeding chart on the side of the packaging. Within this chart, you will see a column on the left for your pet’s weight and a column on the right...
Rouge National Urban Park Officials Ask for the Public’s Help with Abandoned Animals
We hear about it more frequently as each day passes: pet owners dumping their pets in parks and at airports. What they’re thinking is anyone’s guess, but the desperation levels for these people must be off the charts to resort to such moves. It’s gotten so bad in Canada’s Rouge National Urban Park that officials there are asking the public to please surrender unwanted pets through humane channels and not release them into the park or other natural areas. Photo: Pixabay/balouriarajesh Animal Surrender “The release...
Sperm Whale Washed Up on Kauai Reef Filled with Plastics and Other Garbage
When will enough be enough? For the fourth time in recent memory, a dead whale that washed ashore was found to have a stomach full of plastics and other trash. This most recent example happened at a Kauai park in January 2023. Once the animal was relocated and experts had a chance to perform a necropsy, they sadly realized the whale’s stomach contained fishing nets, a variety of plastics, and even traps used for catching hagfish. This debris, ingested by what was a 60-ton sperm whale, is believed to be at least a contributing cause of...
Tiny Puppy Gets Rescued After Calling Out For Help In The Street
In some countries, it’s common to see dogs living on the streets. Our hearts go out when we see their plight, but there are times when they need some special assistance. That was the case with a young puppy named Yuki. As a new puppy, she needed that special assistance, and she was crying for it as she walked along the street in Lonavala, India. Photo: Instagram/@strays_of_panvel According to her story shared by Strays of Panvel, the little dog just wanted to get noticed, so she was yelping as she walked along. It almost seemed as if...
Faithful Dog Alerts Parents To Abusive Babysitter
We all love dogs for different reasons. Some of us love dogs because they are a part of the family, and others because they care for us in remarkable ways. Sometimes, the special care that a dog provides is seen beautifully. That was the case with Killian, a dog that acted on behalf of his family in an extraordinary way. Photo: YouTube/Mental Health Network (MHN) When a Charleston, South Carolina family was looking for a babysitter, they did everything they could to choose the right person. Finn Jordon was only seven months old, and his...
Little Boy Wins Heart Of Rescue Pony Who Was Scared Of Kids
Although there are many beautiful things about the world around us, perhaps none of them compare to the relationship between a little boy and his pet. We see it often with dogs and cats in our family, but it may also be with other pets, as you will soon see. Shepard is a little boy that loves the animal in his life. Anytime they have the opportunity to be together, it is all smiles and kisses. Photo: Facebook/The Dodo This isn’t a dog or cat in the family; it’s Odie, a rescue pony. When you see the two of these individuals...
The Best Snow Dog Breeds
Sledding, skiing, building snow forts — the list of cold-weather outdoor activities contains many pursuits you can enjoy with your friends and family. Ready to add a dog to the winter fun? Look for a dog bred with characteristics ideal for time in the snow. The following dog breeds are known for their love of cold weather; however, the American Kennel Club (AKC) notes that just because a dog was bred to endure chilly temperatures, it is not safe to leave him outdoors on cold days. The name “Malamute” comes from the Alaskan...
