To Dad, From Your Dog — Canine Father’s Day Cards
Would dogs give Father’s Day cards if they could? Of course they would! Dogs never pass up the opportunity to receive love and affection — and give it abundantly in return. However, dogs have unique personalities, just like humans. Some may be sweet and tender while others may be silly and sarcastic. ©Txema_Gerardo | Getty Images “Well, at least you had one perfect dog.” Ah, yes, the humble tidings of a dog forced to share his kingdom with other so-called canines. They may have four legs and fur, and maybe...
Moving house? 5 steps to make it easier on your dog or cat
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Two Fox Cubs Playing with a Ball Is a Source of Happiness for Us All
Foxes are one of the most majestic and interesting species in the animal kingdom. They are often perceived as dangerous, cunning, and wild. However, you have to admit that foxes are charming — they are one of those animals that provide some of the most endearing content on the internet. The Vulpes vulpes is a member of the Canidae family, also known as canines. No matter where they grew up or how undomesticated they are, canines are still always a furball of sunshine. Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Ken Billington Two adorable fox kits...
Over 50 Horses and Ponies Evacuated From Ukrainian Park, Just in Time
Russian forces continue to attack the area around Feldman Ecopark in Ukraine. Rescuers have been tirelessly working for weeks to evacuate thousands of animals from the park and won’t stop until they are all safe. 30 horses and 22 ponies were some of the recent evacuees who escaped just in time. The ponies were loaded into the back of a cargo van and transported to a safe location. See how calm they are with their rescuers in the video below. English...
Woman Catches Her Neighbor Playing With Her Dog Through Their Fence
A black Labrador retriever named Bounder was found bounding towards their yard fence by his owner. PHOTO: TikTok/brittneygoes In a TikTok video posted by Brittney, Bounder’s owner, she found out that her neighbor and her dog have been playing fetch together. Although their yards have a fence separating the playmates, it didn’t deter the duo from playing together. You can barely see the neighbor in the now viral video on Tiktok but you can definitely see the bright orange ball gun that they use to play fetch with Bounder. Watch the...
Is your pet putting on pounds? Time for expert help
Pet obesity is a huge risk factor and can expose your fur kid to many different illnesses and challenges. It may be time to get some help. Who can ignore the wide, eager eyes and wagging tail or purr of an adoring pet sending a strong hint that a treat would hit the spot? Pet owners know those looks are hard to resist and treats are a way to reinforce the bond with their animal companions. Like humans, pets struggle with their weight too Yet, like humans who may struggle with maintaining a healthy weight, many pets are obese, with an...
How your pet foster program can provide support for foster caregivers
This post originally ran in August 2020. It’s always in-style to focus on retaining and appreciating your foster caregivers. Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, shelters have been cleared out and foster homes have been filled. While it is truly the silver lining to this all, foster programs have been learning and pivoting in ways to support their new and long-time caregivers. Lea Williams, Ph.D, a nonprofit consultant and researcher, provides us with recommendations for foster teams on how best to support and retain their...
Beached Sperm Whale on the Brink of Death was Saved by Rescue Crews in China
The locals of Xiangshan County in the Zhejiang province of China were taken by great surprise after hearing that a sperm whale got beached in their area. A fisherman found the colossal creature which was lying helpless on the beach for about 20 hours. Rescuers were in a hurry to return the whale to the sea. Many helped out to be able to carefully drag the animal back to its home. Photo: YouTube/USA Today The rescue effort required several vessels, as well, to pull the whale to a safe depth where it could already swim on its own. Stories like...
Kitten Hides in Pothole, Gets Rescued By Concerned Motorist
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 husband swerved to avoid running over a pothole. As we passed over it, I realized that the pothole was filled – with a tiny kitten! I was almost out of the car before we pulled over. Thankfully it wasn’t a busy street. The tiny kitten staggered out of the pothole and tried to escape from me, but he was so small he couldn’t climb up over the curb. Back in the...
5 Mexican Dog Breeds
In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, we compiled a list of Mexico’s five native dog breeds and interesting facts about each. Four of the five breeds start with the letter “C” and the other one is a tongue-twister. The Chihuahua, Xoloitzcuintli, Chinese Crested, Chamuco, and the Calupoh are the five dog breeds originating in Mexico and are as unique as their names. Learn more about each breed below. Chihuahua Photo: Unsplash/Herbert Goetsch The most well-known breed is the Chihuahua named after a state in Mexico. The small but...
