Mom Says Family Doesn’t Need Another Cat, Caves After Stray Meows in Yard All Night
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! It was a chilly October night when a sad brown tabby sauntered into our yard, mewling helplessly and begging for food and love. With a well spoiled and very territorial calico already in the house, my mother was not eager to accept another furry tenant, so the poor cat stayed outside while the rest of us checked on it every few minutes. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / RIHAIJ My mother stood by her...
New Research Shows Pigeons Solve Problems the Same Way Artificial Intelligence Does
Pigeons have been successfully trained by humans to do a variety of things, from carrying messages in war time to racing, A new study shines some light onto how these teachable animals think. Research recently published in iScience took a look at how pigeons solve visual categorization tasks, something at which they’re particularly gifted. The goal was to see if they’re able to master these tasks through complex processes. Throughout their experiments, the team learned that the birds solve such tasks in an interesting manner,...
Australian Firefighters Take Off Their Shirts Again And Pose With Adorable Animals To Raise Funds For Charities
As we near the end of 2023, we look ahead to the next year – or at least to the reveal of the most popular calendar filled with Australian firefighters and adorable animals. For the past 30 years, actual Australian firefighters have been taking off their shirts for good causes. They pose alone and alongside furry animals to create calendars to help several charities. Over $3.45 million has been donated to charities from calendar sales and they don’t plan to stop anytime soon. It all started in 1993 to raise funds for research into...
Foster Mom Shares Heartbreaking Goodbye With Beloved Senior Pit Bull, “I Loved Him From Day 1”
It was love at first sight for foster mom, Nina, when she met a senior pit bull named Louis. The sweet dog was surrendered by his owner who could no longer care for him to a LA shelter where Frosted Faces Foundation (FFF) rescued him from. Louis arrived with several health problems and needed immediate medical care. Nina stepped up to foster the old boy in February 2023 and recalls, “I loved him from day 1 and secretly (or probably not so secretly) hoped that he would never get adopted because I loved him so much. Louis got along with...
Watch Herbie the Hippo’s Pumpkin Extravaganza
If you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a real treat—pun intended! A video of Herbie, a lovable hippo residing at the Toledo Zoo, going to town on a pumpkin has taken the internet by storm. This Halloween, Herbie showed off his festive spirit by indulging in a massive pumpkin feast. Pumpkins are no easy treat to devour, even for us humans who’ve carved our fair share, but for Herbie, it’s a walk in the park. With each bite, he reminds us of the incredible power of those massive jaws. It’s a Halloween...
Family Adopts Stray, Despite Having Too Many Cats – She Ends Up Being Pregnant and Gives Them 4 More
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! March 6 was the day our lives would change forever! About three months before that day, a little girl kitty came over with a stray we fed all the time, Tuxie (we eventually adopted him). She was very skinny and shy, but I eventfully got her to trust me. KITTENS. PHOTO: PIXABAY / JONAS JOVAISIS It started to snow, so we began bringing her inside the garage at night and getting closer to...
Senior Shelter “Pup-kin” Named Yorkshire Is All Dressed Up And Hoping For Best Treat – A Home
Yorkshire, a 10-year-old pit bull mix, was found wandering the streets alone by police officers who brought her to Animal Care Centers (ACC) of NYC. No one came to claim the friendly pup, so she was put up for adoption. She is the definition of a proper lady with the best manners and the most adorable gray face. Her caretakers describe her as a “sweet and social older gal who is brewing with energy”. Senior dogs like her are often passed by for younger dogs, but she still loves to play with toys and has a lot of love to give. Her...
From Vampire Wasps to Groins of Fire: Meet 2023’s New Species
Even in this age of instant information, scientists continue to unearth new and fascinating species every year. Despite the ongoing challenges of climate change and habitat destruction, 2023 has proven to be a year of remarkable discoveries. From parasitoid wasps in the Peruvian Amazon to ancient penguins in New Zealand, the year has brought us a wealth of new creatures to marvel at. Let’s look at 10 of the most intriguing new species discovered in 2023. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Kari Kaunisto, Unité de la biodiversité de...
Incredible Effort Frees Humpback Whale from 300lb Crab Pot
In the cold waters of Alaska, a young humpback whale found itself ensnared in a life-threatening situation. Local residents discovered the whale struggling with an extraordinary entanglement – a 300-pound crab pot, weighing it down with 450 feet of heavy-duty line, akin to being “hog-tied.” This remarkable rescue operation took place near Gustavus, a city adjacent to the Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska. Photo: PexelsHumpback whales are incredibly social creatures, often seen in pods. A Desperate Call for Help As The...
Vet Bill Woes? Here Are Some Practical Solutions To Rising Pet Care Costs
As responsible pet parents, we cherish the furry companions who bring joy and unconditional love into our lives. Our pets are not just animals; they are beloved family members. We want the best for them, ensuring they stay healthy, safe, and happy. But the cost of pet care is on the rise, and many of us face a challenging dilemma: How can we provide top-notch care for our pets without breaking the bank? Thankfully, there are some practical solutions to help you provide the best care for your pets on a budget. Photo: PexelsOne cost-saving idea...
