250-Pound Turtle Hit By Boat Gets Private Plane Ride To Sanctuary
A loggerhead sea turtle was sadly hit by a boat and in need of dire help. Due to her injuries, she can no longer safely live in the wild, so volunteers took her to a facility where she will receive top-notch care and spend the rest of her days. Photo: Youtube/Inside Edition After being hit by the boat, the turtle ended up with shell fractures and what’s known as “Bubble Butt Syndrome.” According to The Turtle Hospital, this is caused by air pockets under the shell, which leaves the turtle permanently floating on the surface,...
APA! IS ASKING COUNCIL FOR A FAIR AGREEMENT
Oct 01, 2021 There are only seven days until the final October City Council meeting agenda must be posted. That means we have seven days to make it clear to the city council members that No Kill in Austin is important and deserves their urgent attention. There are many layers to this problem, but right now one of the most important things that you, as a supporter of the animals who need us to save their lives, can know is that we simply need a relationship with the city that makes sense. APA! has kept Austin No Kill by taking animals off the...
Pittsburgh Takes Big Step Towards Ban On Declawing Cats
Declawing cats is a cruel and barbaric practice yet remains legal across the United States. Now Pittsburgh’s city council has moved to finally halt this harmful procedure. According to KDKA TV, the Pittsburgh City Council unanimously passed legislation that could stop the practice by charging veterinarians found declawing cats with a $500 fine. Now the legislation is headed to the mayor’s desk. Photo: Pixabay “How we treat animals speaks to our deepest values,” said Pittsburgh City Councilman Bobby Wilson, who...
Dog Finally Reunited With Family After Surviving Plane Crash And Three Days Alone In Arizona Wilderness
On September 22, Coconino County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) received a call about a small plane crash in Paria Plateau near Page, Arizona. The plane took off from San Martin, CA, and was headed to Paige airport but crashed just before making it to the destination. Upon arrival, CCSO confirmed the pilot, Jim Petersen, was dead. The passenger, Uta Petersen, survived but with injuries. She was immediately flown to St, George Utah Hospital to be treated. Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) Air Rescue team arrived to investigate the...
8 Reasons Why You Should Adopt A Black Dog
October 1st is National Black Dog Day and the beginning of “Adopt-a-Dog Month”, so what better way to kick off the month than by sharing reasons why to adopt a black dog. Just like how senior dogs are overlooked for puppies, black dogs are passed by for light-colored ones. Big black dogs spend more time in shelters and are at a higher risk of euthanasia. Photo: Pixabay/AlkeMade The phenomenon is known as big black dog syndrome (BDS). While no one really knows why it occurs, shelters believe breed stereotypes and misconceptions...
Is “meat meal” good for your dog?
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Why is my dog or cat losing his hair?
Hair loss in dogs and cats has many potential causes. Getting a definitive diagnosis from your veterinarian is the first step to solving the problem. Hair loss is a common problem in dogs and cats. Diagnosing the cause can be complicated, since most skin conditions, including those leading to hair loss, are outward symptoms of a more complex disease process. Hair loss can be broken down into several general categories that take not just the specific problem area into consideration, but the health of the whole animal. This can be huge when...
Kind Veterinarians Help Paralyzed Dog Walk Again
This is the story of a four-year-old dog that was down for the count. This poor animal was unable to walk any longer, and typically, this is the beginning of the end for many animals. However, the good folks at Vet Ranch had different ideas and they were not going to allow this poor dog to suffer any longer. That’s what makes this story such a great one. We love to see stories like this one, especially in a world that is always chock full of bad news. Once Bella the dog arrived at Vet Ranch, they knew that they had to spring into action...
Alan The ‘Wonky Dog’ Doesn’t Let His Deformity Doesn’t Get Him Down
In the deserts outside of Doha, Qatar, the sun beat down hot and the air was still. Far from the roar of the rapidly-growing metropolis, there sat a thirsty puppy in need. The Saluki-Boxer cross, who would come to be named Alan, had a striking tan coat and hazel eyes, but his most prominent feature was his nose. Because of a birth deformity, Alan’s face slopes to one side, exposing his teeth and, as his owners say, making him a bit “wonky.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Johanna Handley (@alanthewonkydog) At...
These Six US States Allow Dogs In Restaurants
If you’re a pet owner who loves taking your dog out and about with you, you’ve probably asked yourself this question when planning a night out: “Is my dog allowed to come with me inside the restaurant?” It’s becoming more and more common. A year of pandemic lockdowns has changed the way many of us view our pets, and wanting them by our side even as we’re in public spaces like diners and restaurants is understandable. Still, legal restrictions and health regulations vary from state to state and even city to...
