Former Bait Dog Finds Loving Home That Helps Him Heal
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! In May of 2012, I had the most difficult time getting over the death of my Jack Russell, Howard, affectionately known as Howdog, Howpuppy, etc. My roommate forgot to lock the fence and Howard was gone for over three weeks, during which I hung posters around the neighborhood offering a reward for his return. I searched the internet every day several times hoping that he would turn up at a...
Over 50 Neglected Animals Seized From Maine Property
A woman from Sanford, Maine, has been banned from owning animals for life after over 50 neglected animals were seized from her property. On July 14, animal welfare officials seized twenty horses, eleven chickens, two pigs, six dogs, six cats, two geckos, three rats, and one bearded dragon from the property. Various animal rescues stepped up to care for the animals until forever homes can be found. Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals (MSSPA) took in all twenty horses and are working with farriers and vets to restore them to...
Agendas, resources and connection: Maddie’s Pet Forum has it all!
Every Monday and Friday morning, shelter and rescue organization professionals across the country and beyond, gather virtually to discuss a myriad of topics. Nothing is off the table – transport, foster recruitment, return to home, fundraising and mental health to name a few, have all been topics of discussion on these vital calls. With so much good stuff being shared, how do you keep up? Luckily, there’s a special corner on Maddie’s® Pet Forum just for the Community Conversations. There you will find meeting agendas,...
Rescued Dog Becomes A Rescue Dog
There are many people who would like to work for the greater good. In many cases, it is because of the kindness that was shown to them and they want to turn around and show that kindness to others. It seems as if the same is also true for a dog named Forrest. Forrest is a 100 pound Labrador retriever who was rescued last year in Oregon. It wasn’t long after he was rescued that he entered a training program to become a search and rescue dog. Photo: Wikimedia Commons It seems as if he is perfect for the job because he is going through the...
Clever Trick To Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer
We all want to keep our dogs safe and comfortable, and there are times when we need to step up our game. That includes when the weather is hot outside. Of course, we all realize that we shouldn’t leave our dogs unattended in a hot car, but even being outside in the heat can pose some danger. If you would like to keep your dog cool this summer, perhaps you can use a hack that was uploaded on TikTok. Photo: Piqsels The video shows us how to do it, but it is more than just something that keeps our dogs safe – it can make them happy...
Touching Short Film Shows The Role Dogs Play In Human Lives
It’s no secret that dogs play a large role in our lives. Not only do they act as our companions, but they can serve us through search and rescue, therapy, and more. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the world shut down and more and more people turned to dogs for comfort. Shelters began to empty as people found more time on their hands and a new work-from-home setup. Through all of the time we couldn’t socialize with other people, our dogs were there to provide us comfort and help us keep some peace of mind. Photo: Vimeo/Big Shins One...
Blue-Eyed Boston Terrier Finds Forever Home
It was a typical shift for Tess Nolan, a young veterinary tech in Australia. Caring for pups is all part of the job, but one blue-eyed beauty caught her attention. Daphne, the runt of a newly-born litter of Boston Terriers, immediately showed that she was special — at least to Tess. Days passed, and Daphne’s brothers and sisters were adopted while Daphne was left behind. Blue eyes can be a sign of possible health issues, so prospective adopters were wary. In a TikTok video, Tess shared that “no one wanted” Daphne, but...
Starving Dog In Greece Is Now Recovering Thanks To Rescuers
When a dog is abandoned, it leaves a lasting scar that takes so much time, love, and care to heal. For the volunteers at Diasozo Animal Rescue Team in Karditsa, Greece, this love and care has become a life’s mission. The area sees many strays and abandoned hunting dogs due to its rural location, and they are at risk of starving before getting help. Fortunately, one such stray, now named Kasia, has been rescued by the group and is beginning her road to recovery! PHOTO: FACEBOOK / DIASOZO ANIMAL RESCUE TEAM The heartbreaking video of...
Which State Has The Deadliest Animals?
As humans have expanded and spread throughout the Earth, we’ve replaced wild habitats with roads and buildings. The destruction of wildlife ecosystems has forced animals of all kinds out of their homes, causing species to fight over territory and food and sometimes even leading wildlife to wonder back to our developed areas. This begs the questions, what are the odds of you meeting your match against a wild critter? Well, it turns out that is largely dependent on your location. Man vs. Beast compiled data collected by the CDC into a map...
6 Scary Facts About Some of the Cutest Animals on the Planet
It’s so tempting to think of wild creatures as cute and cuddly, but many of them are much more terrifying in real life than they look in photographs. And some of them look adorable even in person but have scary secrets lurking under their sweet appearances. There are hundreds of animals that meet these criteria, but we’ve compiled a short list of six cute animals and the frightening facts you probably never knew about them. Photo: Adobe Stock/Anton Ivanov Photo Penguins Penguins are some of the most adorable creatures in the...
