Do You Need a Dog Muzzle? Behavior Clues Provide an Answer
Disclaimer: If you purchase items through links on our site we may earn a commission. Does your dog nip, growl, snarl, snap or bite? Lunge and bark at other animals or people? Do you think your dog might injure someone or another dog? Does he eat rocks or other inedible things? If you answer yes to any of these questions, your dog needs a muzzle. Don’t wait for a bite or foreign body surgery before getting your dog muzzle trained. What is a dog muzzle? Dog muzzles are similar to masks but with holes, designed to prevent a dog from...
Louisiana Bans Sale Of Cosmetics Tested On Animals
Louisiana has joined the growing list of states that are taking a stand for animals by banning the sale of cosmetic products tested on animals. Using animals to test cosmetic products is cruel and unnecessary. Photo: Pixabay/Tibor Janosi Mozes The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has been working tirelessly to end this inhumane practice nationwide. “Eight other states (California, Nevada, Illinois, Virginia, Maryland, Maine, Hawaii and New Jersey) have already banned the sale of cosmetics that have been newly tested on...
Moose Spotted On Roof Of Montana Lodge Munching On Nearby Tree
Big Sky Country, also known as Montana, is home to countless wildlife including moose. Seeing one is a treat for any tourist or local but spotting one on a roof is unheard of – until now. The Ranch at Rock Creek is a luxury ranch that offers guest a unique experience and amazing views. Part of the lodge is built into the hillside, so the roof is covered in grass and wildflowers. Sometimes wild animals venture out on the roof for a snack. A large moose was spotted above the Silver Dollar Saloon munching on some leaves off a nearby tree....
A Baby Skunk was Found Alone on a Highway and Got Rescued by Minnesota Cop
In the previous years, there have been many cases of wild animals being roadkill victims. These animals are either victims of reckless driving or lack of reflex when an animal suddenly crosses in front of them. There was also a survey taken by over a thousand American drivers. The survey contains data to determine what animals they mostly encounter on the highway. Furry animals ranked high in the survey, which was led by deer, squirrel, cat, bird, and dog. Some of the other mentioned animals are the rabbit, turtle, skunk, and coyote. Photo:...
Authorities, Don’t Disturb: Herring Gulls Nesting on a Police Car
In the United Kingdom, the population of herring gulls is on the decline. The bird species are listed as Red under the Birds of Conservation Concern. These birds are often found in seaside towns, especially during the breeding season. They build their nests around the coast or an island. They may also choose to build their home on rooftops. Photo: YouTube/Ruth Wakefield But, in this case, a couple of herring gulls found the roof of a patrol car a cozy place for laying eggs and raising their chicks. Since the birds are a protected species...
Why one animal shelter lowered the volunteer age to 8-years-old
This guest post is the first in a two-part series by Erin Ellis, Community Engagement Director of Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) about their youth volunteer program and the impact it’s had since its inception in 2008. At the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT), we have always strived to have a very inclusive volunteer program. We know that we can find the perfect role for anyone interested in lending a hand to our organization. In 2008 we decided to lower the minimum age for volunteers to eight years old to...
Escaped Therapy Animal Manages To Jump Over Fence To Take Itself On A Stroll In England
Want to go on an adventure? Give me a sec while alpaca my bags! PHOTO: Unsplash/Gibbon FitzGibbon You’d probably guess from the pun (and the title, of course) that this article is about alpacas. Well, just one particular alpaca this time around. An alpaca has caused quite a commotion in the busy streets of Birmingham, England. The adventures of the alpaca have been documented by some people and one video went a bit viral on Instagram, they mislabeled the fluffy creature as a llama in their caption though. Alpacas and llamas are often...
Dog Missing Two Legs, and with a Damaged Third, Defies Expectations
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! Nubbins is my special needs rescue dog. She was born with two nubs where her front legs should have been, hence the name “Nubbins”. Although she has two back legs, one of them has no knee socket and is a mass of muscle. She was dumped at a California high kill shelter when she was 6-months-old and six pounds. She was rescued by a local rescue group, from whom I adopted her....
Paralyzed Kitten On Brink Of Death Has New Lease On Life Thanks To Woman Who Found Him
Wheels the kitten has a new lease on life after he was found almost lifeless in someone’s yard in Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania. Jennifer Spearmint, who has rescued many kittens in the past, spotted the poor little kitten and knew she couldn’t just walk away and leave him there. Without hesitation, she decided to help him. She brought him home and began giving him the TLC he so desperately needed. Photo: YouTube/69 News At first glance, she didn’t realize anything was wrong. But after a while, she noticed that he wasn’t...
Dear Mr. Muttley: If Dogs Wrote a Manners Column
©YinYang | Getty Images Dogs are very much like humans: Some have great manners; others have none. I don’t know about you, but I’ve known dogs whose looks of harsh judgment and superiority could make even the most poorly mannered people change their ways for the better. In my humble opinion, some types of dogs writing a manners column for wayward pups isn’t that far-fetched of a concept. I mean, not mine — mine would give advice on how to be a hooligan — but others could give “Dear Abby” a run...
