People & Pets Need Our Help As Hurricane Beryl Leaves Path of Destruction Across Caribbean and Houston
Hurricane Beryl hit the Caribbean as a Category 4 hurricane and weakened to a Category 1 before making landfall in Texas. The powerful storm has claimed the lives of at least seven people and numerous animals. The high winds – over 100 mph – combined with torrential downpours and massive flooding have destroyed homes, knocked down trees and power lines, and wreaked havoc on vital food sources. Millions are still without power in scorching temperatures. Photo: Pixabay People and pets need our help now. Hurricane Beryl destroyed...
Heartless Shopper Harasses Woman With Service Dog During Medical Episode at JCPenney
Katie, a TikTok user and service dog owner, recently experienced a disturbing incident at a JCPenney store. Her experience has highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by individuals with service animals. Katie suffers from Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), a condition that requires the assistance of her service dog, Bailey, especially during medical episodes. Photo: PexelsA woman with a service dog experienced a medical episode at JCPenney. The Incident at JCPenney Katie was sitting on the floor of JCPenney with Bailey when...
We’re Renovating a Domestic Violence Shelter to Make it Pet-Friendly, And You Can Help
When trying to leave their abusers, many victims of domestic violence think twice due to fears over their pets’ safety. In fact, research has shown that about half will put off leaving if they can’t take their pets with them. This is a problem, as only about 17% of domestic violence shelters across the country accept pets. That’s why we’ve joined a collaborative effort to make more shelters pet-friendly, and the latest project is currently underway. CURRENT ROOM AT SPAN. PHOTO: GREATER GOOD CHARITIES This month,...
A Kitten Plagued with Scar Tissue Has Been Healing Thanks to You, But He Needs a Little More Help
Benjamin Buttons and his littermates found themselves without their mother all too soon. This has led to serious health issues for the tabby kitten, but you’ve been helping to address them. Benjamin and his siblings were taken in by The Cat House on the Kings in the Fresno, California, area earlier this year. The rescue says the kittens – who weighed right around a pound – still had their comfort practice of nursing, but no mother to nurse from, so they pivoted to nursing on Benjamin’s penis. While this may elicit a...
Turkey’s Plan to Euthanize Millions of Street Dogs Sparks Nationwide Outrage
Turkey faces a significant street dog problem, with an estimated four million strays roaming its cities and countryside. The proposed bill from President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s ruling party, the Justice and Development Party (AKP), has ignited a fierce debate across the nation. The bill aims to address the issue through mass euthanasia of unadopted street dogs, a move that has polarized public opinion and sparked protests among animal rights activists and dog lovers. Photo: PexelsTurkey proposed a bill to euthanize millions of...
Fender’s Blue Butterfly Comeback Brings Hope to Oregon Biodiversity
The Fender’s blue butterfly, once on the brink of extinction, has become a beacon of hope in Washington County, Oregon. Thanks to dedicated conservation efforts and a unique partnership with a local winery, this tiny pollinator is making a significant comeback. The story of the Fender’s blue butterfly is not just about a species’ survival but also about the power of community and cooperation in conservation. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Gentry George, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, License: Public DomainThe Fender’s...
Sea Otters Return to Oregon After a Century of Extinction
A rare and exciting discovery has been made off the coast of Oregon: two male sea otters were spotted near Cannon Beach, marking a significant event for conservationists and marine biologists. This sighting, confirmed by the nonprofit Elakha Alliance, is notable because sea otters have been largely absent from the state for over a century. A Glimpse into the Past Sea otters once thrived along the Oregon coast but were hunted to near extinction by the early 1900s for their fur. Efforts to reintroduce them in the 1970s failed, leaving the state...
Stray Animals Overwhelm Puerto Rico Years After Hurricane Aftermath
The streets of Puerto Rico are home to an overwhelming number of stray animals. Dogs and cats wander through urban areas, rural towns, and even abandoned naval bases. This problem, which has long plagued the island, has been exacerbated by natural disasters and economic hardships. The plight of these animals is severe, but efforts are underway to address the crisis. Photo: PexelsPuerto Rico faces a severe stray animal crisis. A Growing Crisis Before Hurricane Maria hit in 2017, Puerto Rico already struggled with a significant stray animal...
The Cruel Reality Behind Koala Cuddling Revealed
Koalas, with their soft fur and sleepy eyes, have long been a symbol of Australian wildlife. They are a magnet for tourists who yearn to hold and cuddle these iconic marsupials. But beneath the cute exterior lies a more troubling reality: the practice of koala cuddling is detrimental to the animals’ welfare, leading many to call for its end. Photo: PexelsKoala cuddling causes significant stress to the animals. The Stress of Being a Photo Prop Despite their docile appearance, koalas are naturally solitary animals. They sleep up to 20...
Two Days After Bringing Home New Rescue Dog, Family Learns She Can Detect Seizures
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! Our family headed to the Tacoma Animal Shelter when we were finally ready to adopt a dog again, after the loss of our precious Saki. In a cage, shaking all alone, was a sweet puggle; her name was Moochie. She had just been put out that morning. PHOTO: ALI SWEENEY Moochie had been fostered during her first few months of life, as she had been injured and needed surgery shortly after she was...
