Rescuers Break Pond Wall To Help Wild Elephant Trapped Inside
Wildlife rescuers in China were able to save an Asian elephant with the help of a sledgehammer and some creative thinking According to Inside Edition, a group of four elephants accidentally fell into a man-made concrete pond in China’s Yunnan Province and concerned witnesses called wildlife authorities for help. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition By the time rescuers arrived, just one elephant was left in the pond but it quickly became clear that she wasn’t having any success getting herself out of the water. The World Wildlife Fund...
How This Guy Makes $100k A Year Walking Dogs In NYC
If you love animals, you may have considered becoming a dog walker at some point or other. I know it’s something I considered growing up, but I didn’t think it could ever be much of a career. Instead, I thought it’d be fun to walk dogs as a side gig or hobby. Most people who want to make money and work with animals at the same time likely go into the veterinary field or something similar. Photo: YouTube/CNBC Make It However, a man named Ryan Stewart is proof that you can make big bucks with something as simple as walking...
Meet Doug, The Domesticated Prairie Dog That Travels Around The US
Growing up, I loved having pet rodents, particularly rats. They’re completely underrated as pets, in my opinion, as they’re trainable, affectionate, clean, and so tiny! My sister always preferred hamsters to rats, so we had both in the house – along with the occasional shrew or gopher the cat dragged in that we were determined to rescue. Photo: YouTube/SWNS Despite my love of rodents, I would’ve never considered bringing an exotic rodent home as a pet. Say, a prairie dog, for example. The thought didn’t always...
Tips on How To Tackle Clipping Your Dog’s Nails
Proper nail care isn’t simply a matter of aesthetics – your dog’s nails can contribute to their overall health. If left unclipped, they can become overgrown which not only makes walking uncomfortable but can also lead to long-term health issues. If you don’t know how to clip dog nails at home, don’t worry! We’ve put together a list of tried and true tips that will show you how easy it is to tackle clipping your dog’s nails. Get them comfortable having their paws handled Having their nails trimmed can...
Woman Rescues Stray Dog Who Lived In Dollar Store Parking Lot For Weeks
Dog rescuer and foster, Kristin, tirelessly works to save stray and abandoned dogs in Dayton, Texas. She is our hero and one of her recent rescues has touched the heart of people across the country. She captioned the rescue, “Cutest little find at the dollar store”. The adorable brown dog was spotted by Dollar General employees about three weeks ago. Kristin shared that there isn’t an animal shelter in the county, so it is up to individual rescues to help animals in need. Screenshot: TikTok/@erwin100315 She arrived at the...
The Latest in Dog Teeth-Cleaning Treats and Toys
Today, many dog teeth cleaning treats and toys exist to cut back on your dog’s plaque and tartar. Some can even lower biofilm buildup, according to Dr. Jan Bellows of Hometown Animal Hospital. Removing plaque helps cut back on foul breath and taking away biofilm buildup reduces inflammation at the gum line, says Dr. Bellows. Dog teeth cleaning treats Providing treats to your dog is fun, but teeth-cleaning dog bones and chews promote dental health because chewing actually lowers the amount of plaque on your dog’s teeth. Among newer...
The Gentle Giant Of The Sea Is Now Declared Functionally Extinct In China
Dugongs are now declared as functionally extinct in China, scientists said in a study published last month. PHOTO: Unsplash/Ray Aucott More commonly known as “sea cows,” dugongs are graceful creatures that graze on sea grasses in shallow coastal waters in the Indian and western Pacific Oceans. These creatures, along with the similar-looking manatees, are also believed to be the origin of the mythical mermaids. Since dugongs can’t stay underwater for too long, six minutes according to Nat Geo, they breathe by...
Alabama Animal Shelter Pleas For Fosters And Adopters As Dogs Are Being Kenneled Outside
Shelby Humane is over capacity and desperately needs fosters and adopters. The no-kill Alabama shelter posted a plea for help on Monday after they were forced to place dogs in kennels outside because they have run out of space. The shelter wrote, “We are over FULL capacity! We are having to put dogs in kennels outside until we have more room to be able to place them inside! These dogs are in these kennels day and night. This isn’t what we want for these babies!” A short video showed some of the adoptable dogs jumping up in...
We Could Lose Two Orangutan Species In The Next Few Decades If Action Is Not Taken
The orangutan is a rare and majestic animal, and the only Great Ape of Asia, of which there are two species found on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra. The orangutan’s name means “man of the forest,” which is fitting considering they share 97% of their genetic DNA with humans. Both the Bornean and Sumatran orangutans have experienced sharp population declines in the last century. Photo: Adobe Stock / RobertThere are three species of orangutan found on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra. While there were once more than 230,000...
The Definitive Doggy Daycare Checklist
Dogs are members of the family, and you’re not going to trust an unvetted daycare for your four-legged kid anymore than you would for your two-legged kid. Use this comprehensive checklist to find the best doggy daycare for your fur baby. Doggy daycare is an invaluable service for working pet parents, people who travel a lot, and even animal guardians who want their pup to have an active social life. But not all dog daycare facilities are created equal, and this six-point checklist will help you find one where your pup will be happy,...
