PETA Germany Rescues Over 700 Animals From Ukraine
PETA Germany has continuously been working hard to try and rescue as many animals as they can in the midst of Russia’s war in Ukraine. PETA Germany has been dispatching teams to Ukraine’s western borders in order to provide assistance to the refugees and their animal companions. Loaded down with food and other emergency supplies, PETA helps provide meals, beds, and assistance with paperwork for both the refugees and their animals 24/7 since their first trip to the Polish border on February 25. With the help of several other animal...
Talented Cat Sings The Blues With His Owner
Recently, the world was introduced to Bruce the signing cat. The black feline became Internet famous for his ability to sing blues with his owner. It seems that Bruce isn’t the only black cat with that talent, however. There’s another black feline who can not only sing blues but other music as well! Badu the singing cat made his musical debut on YouTube just a year ago, and he’s already got hundreds of fans. The feline may seem like an average kitty who loves catnip, but he’s quite talented! When Badu isn’t...
Cat Doesn’t Want A Bath So He Turns The Water Off Mid-Rinse
Cats are notorious for hating water. They bathe themselves with their tongues, lap up water from a bowl or stream, and call it a day. They don’t enjoy swimming or getting wet, so when a cat is forced to take a bath, it can become a real challenge. Even celebrities like Jennifer Garner struggle to bathe their feline pets. But every once and a while, a cat just needs a good bath, regardless of if they like it or not. Some cats find their ways to protest getting a bath, by scratching their owners or fighting back. Photo: Pixabay/rihaij But...
Pup Is Spoiled With Luxurious $75,000 Wardrobe
Coco the 8-year-old poodle mix doesn’t live like your typical lap dog. She lives like a queen. According to the New York Post, the pup boasts a $75,000 wardrobe complete with designer pieces from brands like Louis Vuitton, Valentino, and Tiffany & Co. Coco lives in Sydney, Australia with her owners, 32-year-old insurance adjuster Alina Michaels and her husband, 39-year-old Sarmen. They do their absolute best to spoil Coco and give her all of the most glamorous things in life. Michaels and Sarmen have purchased over 500 items for the...
Australian Shelters Are Filling Up With Dogs Following Lighter COVID Restrictions
It has been two years since COVID-19 came into our lives. Since then, we’ve faced global lockdowns and restrictions – on and off – in order to try and reduce the damage brought on by the pandemic. At the start of the pandemic, there were a lot of animal adoptions as people wanted furry companions to help get through the tough stretch of isolation. However, since the world has started to open back up and restrictions are being lifted, there is now an increase in dogs getting surrendered to rescues and shelters all across...
Maryland Is Joining New York To Ban The Declawing Of Cats
New York passed legislation in 2019 and became the first state in the United States to ban declawing cats. Maryland is now set to follow. Declawing cats is a process that removes a feline’s nail bed as well as the nail along with part of the bone. According to those who support the ban, including the Humane Society, declawing is inhumane because it’s unnecessary and can lead to lasting physical and behavioral issues. Photo: Piqsels In Maryland, the only way that you will be allowed to legally declaw a cat is if there is a medical...
Dogs in the Classroom Program
Jackie Brown Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry. She is contributing writer for National Geographic’s Complete Guide to Pet Health, Behavior, and Happiness: The Veterinarian’s Approach to At-Home Animal Care (April 2019) and author of the book It’s Raining Cats and Dogs: Making Sense of Animal Phrases (Lumina Press, 2006). Jackie is a regular contributor to pet and veterinary industry media and is the former editor of numerous pet...
Are superfoods worth the hype?
How do we know if a superfood is really “super” or just marketing fluff? As more dog and cat guardians embrace wellness and healthier eating, we have become more aware of what’s on our plates — and what’s in our animals’ food bowls. As a result, superfoods have become an essential piece of the puzzle when selecting the best diet for our dogs and cats. But how do we know if a superfood is really “super” or just marketing fluff? The origins of superfoods The word “superfood” is defined...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Going live on social, We Foster Huddles and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. 7 tips for going live on social media during shelter and rescue emergenciesLive streaming on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram can help you create connections with supporters and get the word out quickly during shelter and rescue emergencies, but the prospect of live video can feel daunting. However, creating a successful live stream doesn’t need to be complicated. Jennifer Held, Operations Manager for Norfolk Animal… Learn More...
Cat Missing For 8 Years Shows Up At The Vet’s Office
Losing an animal is incredibly hard. When a cat or dog goes missing, their owner is left wondering where they’re at, if they’re ok, and if they’ll ever see them again. Typically, days following a pet going missing are full of frantic searching and hope. But as the days turn to weeks, months, and eventually years, most pet owners assume the worst and give up all hope of being reunited with their fur missing fur baby. It’s a scenario that Georgina Louise found herself in 8 years ago. She was used to her orange tabby cat,...
