Researchers Finally Understand Why Fish Need To Look Down When They Swim
Fish swim, but how do they know where to go and how do they remain seemingly in place sometimes? Like flocks of sheep, do they have the instinct of just following whoever’s in front of them? Do they just swim along with the current? Or do they orientate themselves using something else? PHOTO: Unsplash/NOAA In an interesting short video posted by Northwestern University, a single zebrafish shows an immediate reaction whenever the shadows underneath them shift their pattern. According to researchers, fish have developed an adaptive...
Petite, Puppy-Like Orah is a Gem of a Dog that Would Love to Be Your Companion
Meet Orah! Orah is a pretty lady who came to Pima Animal Care Center as a stray. She was cruising around Tucson, Arizona, with a few of her pals, but with the summer heat and the monsoons rolling in, it was time to find some shelter. Well, summer turned to fall and fall to winter, and, well, you know how seasons work. Adorable Orah has found herself waiting for a home for much longer than anyone ever expected — including her!! Photo: Pima Animal Care Center Rescue Pets While she was somewhat shy when she first arrived at PACC, Orah has...
‘Wild’ Apartment Complex Stray Finally Finds Home in One of the Units
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! Crazy was the resident stray at our apartment complex; she was already here when we moved in. The neighbors gave her the name because she was wild and vicious. She was pregnant more often than not, but she’d always have her babies in the woods. We never saw them. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / JACKIELOU DL We began leaving food out for her so she would, at the very least, be well-fed enough...
Zillow Releases the Names of the Top 10 Pet-Friendly Cities in America for Renters
So, you’re a pet owner that has decided to forego homeownership, or perhaps you sold your humble abode during the recent housing boom. Either way, you own a pet(s) and you still need a decent place to live. If you’re not averse to moving, and maybe that was your plan all along, there are 10 cities in particular that are being touted as the pet-friendliest for renters. Photo: Pixabay/KBaucherel According to a recent survey by Zillow, the takeaway in rental trends is that more people are searching for rentals that allow pets since...
Wary Tuxedo Kitty Saved From Streets is Ready for a Forever Home
A sweet tuxedo kitty by the name of Bombay was rescued from the streets of southern Arizona after showing his caretaker that he was friendly and ready to come inside. Since being in a foster home, Bombay has learned the luxury of great food, cat tv, toys, catnip, and comfy beds. At approximately 6 years old, he does take some time to adjust, as an adult in a new environment would. With patience, love, and treats, he will gain trust. Photo: SACatRescue Cat Rescues Bombay needs an experienced cat owner who understands he has some quirks and...
Emotional Support Dogs Making Inroads into Helping Law Enforcement Officers
Everybody could use an atta boy or girl, a kind look or word, a sympathetic ear, or just a shoulder to cry on every now and then, and the people who work in law enforcement are no different. ESA (emotional support animals) organizations are predominantly nonprofit groups run on a volunteer basis. The handlers and their dogs make visits because they know the impact the animals can have on humans. It’s not unusual for these selfless folks and their furry companions to visit police stations and emergency call centers to help ease stress...
GreaterGood Supports First Aid Responders After A Ukraine Apartment Was Hit A By Rocket
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_4440.mp4 As Ukraine continues to defend its borders against Russia’s attacks, GreaterGood continues to fundraise and donate much-needed supplies and food to people impacted by the war. Many surviving Ukrainians are living in their dachas (summer houses), which are ill-equipped for winter use, in shelters, or with relatives in cramped quarters. It is not uncommon for the electricity to go off for periods of time, which means access to heat, light, and other amenities is...
Successful Composting Program for Dog Waste in New York to Expand
Dog owners and their pups visiting the North End Avenue Dog Run in New York’s Battery Park City have the option of composting animal waste rather than bagging it. Launched in 2019 by the Battery Park City Authority (BPCA), the goal is twofold: get excrement out of landfills and off city streets. Most people very likely don’t know this, but when disposing of dog-doo in a plastic bag, the poop produces the greenhouse gas methane, which feeds global warming. If left to break down on its own, it runs off into our river systems when it...
Kitten Season is Here Again, and We’ve Got Resources for You
Well, it’s that time of year again. Kitten season. You’re either in it already, or the kittens are coming. You don’t need us telling you how hard kitten season is, especially in these very challenging times. The good news is we have a lot of tools and resources that will help you communicate with and engage your community, in the work of saving cats’ and kittens’ lives. 6 Tips for Building a Barrier-Free, Inclusive Foster Base When the ASPCA launched its LA Foster Program in 2017, a first...
How to Teach a Dog to Swim
Swimming is a fun activity for dogs, and while some automatically know how to swim, many dogs aren’t comfortable with water and need to learn how. Teaching your dog to swim or taking your dog to swimming lessons reinforces the idea that being in and around the water is going to be a positive experience. Before teaching your dog to swim: follow these three water-safety tips: Wear swim clothes so you can go into the water with your dog. Bring a properly fitted dog life jacket or life vest. These dog life jackets, also called canine...
