Woman Rescues a Plover’s Baby Chick Who Got Stuck in a Drain
Humans and animals don’t share the same language but they can understand each other. Both can still build connections and establish a relationship like pet parents to their fur babies. There are also instances in which animals would help humans and even vice versa. Those kinds of situations provide harmony to the world. Especially now that animal habitats are changing into cities, factories, or residential areas. Humans would often find themselves amidst interactions with animals. Photo: Instagram/her_ausventure Most people would...
Rescuers Follow Footprints In The Snow And Find Cold Pittie Hiding From The Storm
With winter in full swing, there’s little better than being cozied up inside with a warm fire. Snowstorms have hit cities across the country, but sadly, not everyone has the luxury of staying warm or even staying inside. The same is true not only for people but for pets too. Thousands of dogs live on the streets, either as a result of being born there or being abandoned. It’s a hard life but when winter storms hit, it’s even more difficult. Photo: YouTube/Stray Rescue of St. Louis Everyone deserves to have shelter and when...
Stray Dog Called Dangerous And Unadoptable Turns Into A Gentle Giant
A stray dog destined for euthanization was given a second chance at life and he proved all reports wrong! According to a video shared by the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, Augustus was found tied up in someone’s backyard. Photo: YouTube/Mohawk Hudson Humane Society No one is sure what his life was like before being dumped in the yard, but based on his behavior, he had a rough time. When Augustus first arrived at the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, he was incredibly reactive. In fact, Nancy Haynes, the director of behavior and enrichment at...
Greyhound Rescued From Racing Learns To Trust Again
Despite the efforts of dog lovers and animal activists alike, greyhound racing continues to be a prevalent sport today. The dogs who come out of the sport are often traumatized and in need of some serious TLC, but it can be hard to find families willing to put in the work to help them. Photo: YouTube/Cuddle Buddies Darcy is one dog that made it out of the sport, but she didn’t come out unharmed. After the rough training and having little-to-no human contact, the poor greyhound was taut with anxiety. Thankfully, she didn’t have to...
Alaskan Malamute Meets Baby Brother For The Very First Time
Welcoming a baby into the family is an exciting time, but it can be extra stressful for those who own dogs. You never know how a pet will react to a new baby brother or sister. Some dogs are jealous and don’t enjoy having a new baby around, but others step up as guardians and commit to protecting the family’s new bundle of joy. Photo: YouTube/Life with Malamutes Teddy the Alaskan Malamute falls into the later category and it was so sweet watching him meet his new little brother! In a video shared by the popular YouTube channel...
TSA Agents Surprised To Find Live Cat Hidden In Checked Suitcase
It’s no secret that cats can be masters of hiding. We once tore the entire house apart searching for my friend’s cat, going as far as to look outside and under cars. The cat was nowhere to be found, she’d completely vanished. But that evening, we saw her casually stroll out from my friend’s closet, a closet we searched at least 3 times. It was a relief, but also frustrating. There’s just something about perfect little hiding spots that have an allure to cats. They love tucking themselves into boxes, drawers,...
Top 5 signs your dog needs ‘warming’ food
Did you know the ‘temperature’ of your dog’s diet can impact everything from their health to their energy levels and even their emotional well-being? According to Eastern Food Therapy (EFT) our bodies run either warm, cool or neutral and eating specific foods can help correct any imbalances. For dogs that run too cool, a warming diet is the answer. Tip: A healthy dog has neutral energy, which means they will be alert, active and happy. The top 5 signs your dog has too much cool energy are: Frequent Colds and...
How Your Pet Parenting Style Affects Your Dog’s Behavior
It’s not only kids who are being molded by their parents’ ways. Researchers at Oregon State University found that different pet-parenting styles affect the patterns of their dogs’ behavior. We broke down the three different pet-parenting styles addressed in the study and how dogs respond to them. Authoritative dog owners Dogs with authoritative owners, who were characterized by high expectations and high responsiveness to their dog’s needs, were the most secure, social and sensitive to social context. They were also...
Farm Animals Go Unprotected During Disasters, And Millions Die Because No Laws Protect Them
When natural disasters strike, animal shelters can find themselves overwhelmed with pets, while dealing with reduced or damaged facilities. There are federal resources that support the rescue and care of household pets, but many other animals are being left behind to face a horrific death. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has several Individual Assistance programs designed to support disaster survivors and household pets, under the >PETS Act passed in 2006 shortly after Hurricane Katrina. This law requires that states...
Your Guide to Camping with Dogs
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