Miranda Lambert Says “Goodbye” To Her Beloved Dog Thelma In Emotional Post
Dogs make our live whole, so when it is time for them to cross the Rainbow Bridge a part of us leaves with them. Miranda Lambert, award-winning country music singer/songwriter, rescued two Great Pyrenees in 2016 and named them “Thelma and Louise”. The dogs were adopted in Dallas, Texas, and took a 10-hour road trip with the singer on her bus all the way to her home in Nashville to “watch over one of my happiest places on earth.” She instantly fell in love with the pups. For the past eight years, they have protected the...
Study Warns Extreme Heat and Pollution Doubles Heart Attack Risk
As heat waves and wildfire smoke continue to wreak havoc in parts of the United States, a concerning new study has emerged, warning us of the potential health risks posed by the combination of extreme heat and high levels of pollution. Doctors are sounding the alarm, urging people to pay close attention to their heart health, especially those residing in areas with elevated pollution levels. The study, published in the journal Circulation, has revealed a shocking finding – exposure to extreme heat and particle pollution can double the...
Oregon Firefighters Rescue Lost Dog While Battling Golden Wildfire
Oregon firefighters are battling 22 active wildfires burning across the state. Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District dispatched some of their team to fight the Golden Fire in Klamath County near Bly Mountain and discovered a dog in need of rescuing. The Golden Fire started on Saturday and has already burned 2,500 acres. Klamath Falls News reported, “43 single primary residences and 43 outbuildings were destroyed by the fire” and the fire is only 9% contained. Photo: Pixabay People evacuated the area as the fire made its way toward...
Chatty Cat Walks Into Home After Being Abandoned, Never Leaves
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Grey adopted us four years ago at about age eight. PHOTO: SHERI MORPHIS Someone from our senior park moved and left him. One day, he came through our kitty door in our kitchen, was very upset and told us so! SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY We were able to comfort him and found he was not only very loving, but very...
Paul McCartney Adopts Rescue Dog And Gives Him A Forever Home
Paul McCartney is no stranger to being in the news and making headlines. This time, he’s in the news for something unrelated to the Beatles or music. Instead, he’s making headlines for adopting a rescue dog! The LA-based nonprofit Labelle Foundation rescues abandoned or stray dogs with medical or special needs and places them in forever homes. Photo: Flickr/Raph_PH License: CC BY 2.0 According to CNN, Los Angeles does have a stray dog problem, but it has lowered its kill rate significantly, giving more dogs a chance to find homes....
Koda is an Interesting Mix , but it’s His Winning Personality that Makes Him So Darn Irresistible!
Sometimes, for whatever reason, we just can’t seem to catch a break in life. Sometimes it’s fleeting, while other times it seems as if it’s habitual. That’s kind of how Koda is feeling right now. Incredibly handsome, this 66 lb. fella is a neutered mix with 10 different breeds identified in his genetic makeup. Photo: PACC That’s right, Koda has been gene tested, and he’s also clear of 30 genetic conditions that could have otherwise impacted his health. The staff at Pima Animal Care Center thinks he’s...
Kitty with Radial Aplasia Adorably Defends Her Home Against an Enemy Bug
Bugs have been mankind’s enemy for centuries, and many of us even have such extreme fears of the tiny creatures that we’d rather run away and joke about burning down our own homes than touch a single insect. It often takes a lot of bravery to confront a bug invader and eradicate it from the household. Photo: Facebook/Keebo – The Awesome Mini Kitty Thank goodness there are courageous people in the world, such as exterminators, to take care of the issue for us. Or, even better, cats. A good feline friend may be just what you...
Essential Measures to Protect Yourself and Your Pets from Fleas
Tick bites have long been associated with serious diseases, but a recent tragic case in Texas sheds light on the lesser-known dangers of flea bites. According to PennLive, Michael Kohlhof, a 35-year-old man from Texas, experienced devastating consequences after being bitten by a flea. What initially seemed like a mild illness turned into a life-threatening situation, resulting in multiple amputations. This alarming incident raises awareness about the potential threats fleas pose to both humans and pets. Photo: PixabayFleas can transmit...
‘Diva Calico’ and Her ‘Derpy Ginger’ Brother Get Into Everything
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Alex and Emma were my babies. PHOTO: JANE WILKENS I lost Alex in 2021 at 17 and just lost Emma this January, three months shy of her 19th birthday. She was an absolute terror as a kitten. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY She and her brother Alex would get into everything. Alex would always follow Emma everywhere so was...
Recycling Old Baby Clothes for Animal Hospitals & Shelters is a Great Way to Help Injured & Sick Pets
If you’ve ever had a pet with an injured paw or leg, it’s quite possible you covered the treated owie with an old sock to keep them from licking or chewing the affected area. Used clothing no longer in the weekly rotation can be used for many things, like rags for cleaning or any number of craft projects. Photo: Pixabay/zuckerschnecke Used Baby Clothes But when it comes to baby clothes, which tiny tots go through at a frantic pace, they are quite frequently in “like-new” condition by the time they no longer fit. This...
