Get Next-Level Care with an In-Home Pet Sitter
Next time you have to leave Fido or Felix at home, an in-home pet sitter can ensure they get the best care and give you peace of mind about your fur baby’s well-being. In-home pet sitting is the most reliable way to make certain your beloved companion animals get top-notch care when you’re not home. Whether you’re away for business, pleasure, family obligations, or any other reason, an in-home pet sitter will stay in your home and treat your fur baby like their own. They can care for animals with special needs, look after...
Now there’s more evidence that short-term foster programs can help boost dog adoptions
Research in U.S. shelters shows that short-term foster programs like field trips and overnights are powerful tools for increasing dogs’ chances of adoption. Dogs who go on a field trip are five times more likely to be adopted than those who don’t, while those who go on a sleepover are an astounding 14 times more likely to be adopted. A recent study of short-term foster programs at a Brazilian shelter also showed a resulting increase in dog adoptions. We spoke with Lu Baldan, a PhD candidate in shelter behavioral veterinary...
Senior Cat Who’s Been Surrendered Twice is Ready to See if Third Time’s the Charm
This story was submitted by our shelter friend The Cat House on the Kings. The Cat House on the Kings saves pets’ lives in the Fresno County, California area, and the Animal Rescue Site is proud to share their stories. You can learn more about their work here! There are many, many cats, more than we would hope, that we see throughout their lives because life can change in an instant. Starting out with The Cat House on the Kings as an adorable kitten who had no safe place to live, she was old enough and weighed enough to get spayed right...
Why Do Dogs Scratch the Floor? 10 Vet-Reviewed Reasons Explained
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Many behaviors we consider unacceptable, like aggression, are instinctive for dogs. Even if they are unacceptable, they still do them because of a lack of training. Scratching the floor is one of them. It is an indoor version of digging that usually happens outside. The problem is that it can damage the carpeting or hardwood floors. Understanding canine behavior can offer ways to stop it, especially if something is...
Save Your Pets from Heatstroke — Simple Steps to Prevent a Tragic Loss
Heatstroke, also known as hyperthermia, occurs when a pet’s internal body temperature exceeds 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Normal body temperature for dogs is generally around 101 to 102 degrees Fahrenheit. When this threshold is crossed, it can lead to severe health issues and can be fatal if not treated promptly. Dogs are particularly susceptible due to their limited ability to cool themselves, primarily through panting and minimal sweating through their paws, reports the American Kennel Club. Photo: PexelsHeatstroke in pets occurs when...
Cat Paralyzed from Waist Down in Accident Needs Your Help to Walk Again
Meet Luna. The young feline was involved in an accident that would have resulted in her death, but thankfully, a kind man spotted her and brought her to Home of Rescued Animals for help. Luna arrived at the shelter paralyzed from the waist down with an open spinal wound. They told us, “Her hind legs and tail were immobile and cold, but she could still feel them—our hearts were breaking. Luna’s eyes were full of pain and exhaustion. Luna couldn’t defecate on her own and was on the verge of euthanasia, but we decided to...
Malaysia’s National Symbol Teeters on Edge of Extinction
In the dense jungles of Malaysia, a quiet battle is unfolding. The protagonist is the majestic Malayan tiger, a national symbol and ecological keystone. Once numbering around 3,000 in the 1950s, fewer than 150 of these creatures now remain in the wild. Their rapid decline has prompted conservationists to sound the alarm, declaring the situation a national emergency. Several factors are driving this decline, while efforts are in play to save the Malayan tiger. Plummeting Numbers and Poaching Crisis The decline of the Malayan tiger is stark and...
Why Penny Is (Almost) Like My Second Child
Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. What I’m about to say may ruffle some feathers, but please hear me out by reading the whole thing. When I became a mother to an actual human child, it used to bother me hearing people referring to dogs as children. I always thought, “That is in no way the same thing.” But then, when my daughter was 7 years old, we got Penny. I’ve had Penny for 3 ½ years now. I still don’t think of Penny as...
Can You Give Your Dog Zucchini?
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Conservation Victory: Siamese Crocodile Hatchlings Spark Species Revival
In a hopeful twist for a species once teetering on the edge of extinction, 60 Siamese crocodile hatchlings have emerged in Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains. This event marks the largest wild breeding of the critically endangered species in this century. Conservationists and local communities are celebrating this remarkable milestone, a testament to over two decades of dedicated conservation efforts. Photo: PexelsSixty Siamese crocodile hatchlings were born in Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains. From the Brink of Extinction The Siamese...
