Bedbugs Are Making A Comeback in Europe and the U.S.
Good night, sleep tight, and don’t let “les punaises des lits” bite. In recent months, the resurgence of bedbugs in Europe has been making headlines, sparking panic and prompting discussions. Though Paris has been the epicenter of this resurgence, this is not just a French problem; it’s a regional and global issue. Understanding the causes and effects of this unwelcome revival will be important to developing effective solutions. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / CDC/ Donated by the World Health Organization, Geneva,...
Shelter Dog Who Spent His Days Staring Out Window Finally Finds Loving Home
Animal shelters are using social media to share their adoptable pets and catch the eye of adopters. The extended reach of social media has helped a sweet dog named Steven Tyler find his forever home. Bradshaw Animal Shelter in Sacramento, California, posted a video of a the 2-year-old dog staring out the window of his kennel on Instagram with the caption, “Every day, this dog waits at the animal shelter like this for someone to come adopt him.” The adorable dog arrived on July 25 and was starting to wonder if his person would ever...
Avoid These Reusable Magnetic Water Balloons to Protect Your Family and Pets from Harm
As sustainability and environmental protection become more and more relevant to our daily lives, lots of people are turning to products like reusable water balloons to continue to have their summertime fun without creating as much trash and environmental hazard as one would with normal water balloons. Traditional single-use water balloons, especially because we tend to use so many of them at once, are a great waste of latex or other plastics, and their remains can pollute water ways, clutter up public places with litter, and be a danger to...
Bobby Flay Heartbroken Over the Death of His Beloved Cat, Nacho
Cats are part of the family and make our lives whole. Renowned chef, Bobby Flay, shared his beloved feline named Nacho with the world through social media. The charismatic orange Maine Coon won the hearts of Flay’s fans and even had his own Instagram page. He was featured on Flay’s social media nearly as much as food. The chef founded Made by Nacho, cat-crafted cat food, to ensure all felines get the food and nutrition they need. When Nacho wasn’t busy entertaining his fans or collaborating on cat food, he was cuddled next...
Urgent Plea To Help Injured Husky At Risk Of Euthanasia Answered By Houston Animal Shelter
Meet Panchito. The young husky mix arrived at Harris County municipal shelter unable to put weight on his hind left leg and in need of immediate medical care. The overcrowded shelter did not have the resources to care for Panchito, so they put out a plea for help. He was at risk of euthanasia due to his injuries that were causing him pain, if help did not arrive. Houston Humane Society came to the rescue. Photo: Houston Humane Society They told us, “We knew that bringing him into our care would give us the option to explore what avenues...
The Vanishing Mountain Chicken Frog May Be The Fastest Case Of Extinction Ever Recorded
The Caribbean island of Dominica was once a place where the sound of the male mountain chicken frog’s call filled the air. These frogs were so numerous that they were cooked as a national dish, a delicacy enjoyed by both locals and tourists. However, fast forward two decades, and this once-prolific species has virtually vanished from the island. The startling speed of this decline has left scientists in shock, as it ranks among the fastest recorded extinctions of a wild animal in history. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / TimVickersThe...
Rare All-White Killer Whale ‘Frosty’ Amazes Marine Biologists in Monterey Bay
Encountering a rare and unique creature can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Such a remarkable sighting in Monterey Bay has left marine biologists and wildlife enthusiasts astounded. A distinctive all-white killer whale, nicknamed “Frosty,” was spotted in the company of its fellow orcas during a hunting expedition, KSBW reports. After video was posted online, this extraordinary occurrence has since captivated the attention of the public and scientists alike. Photo: YouTube / KSBW Action News 8 A rare genetic condition known as...
Big, Fluffy ‘Avalanche of a Dog’ Finally Has Room to Roam After a Life in a Crate
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! Alpha came to me from a Facebook post two years ago. A friend of mine spotted the post and called us about this dog available for adoption. He was billed as a Husky/Great Pyrenees mix and an emotional support dog. I told my friend I was interested and arranged a meet and greet at her house that was 12 miles away. PHOTO: MICHAEL ATKINS He was an avalanche of a dog, and I fell in love with...
21 Species Lost, Ecosystems at Risk as Biodiversity Crisis Escalates
Recent news from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has brought a grim announcement to the forefront of conservation efforts. The agency has finalized a rule that removed 21 species from the list of threatened and endangered species under the Endangered Species Act due to extinction. “My heart breaks over the loss of these 21 species,” said Noah Greenwald, endangered species director at the Center for Biological Diversity. “These plants and animals can never be brought back. We absolutely must do everything we can to avert...
Puppies With Deadly Parvovirus Rescued From Rural Shelter Just In Time
Gulf Coast Humane Society (GCHS) in Fort Myers, Florida, takes in roughly 300 dogs and cats from Labelle Animal Control every year. The overcrowded and underfunded rural shelter is unable to provide vaccinations or medical treatment. A recent transfer of a litter of terrier mix puppies found as strays turned into an emergency situation. The unvaccinated 4-month-old puppies arrived at GCHS and tested positive for the deadly and highly contagious canine parvovirus. When left untreated, nearly 90 percent of dogs die from complications related to...
