Cincinnati Zoo Is the Proud Home of a New Baby Sloth
We welcome the birth of any animal with open arms. That is especially true when it is an animal as adorable as a baby sloth. For 24 hours, Lightning was being watched very carefully at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Just to be clear, we are not talking about Lightning, a storm, we are talking about a Linnaeus’s two-toed sloth. Picture: Photo: Pixabay / MonicaVolpin Lightning has been a part of the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden since 2019. When it was found out that she was pregnant and would give birth to a pup, it was...
How to Keep Your Dog, Cat, Rabbit, and Other Pets Hydrated
As the weather heats up, we’re all reminded to make sure we drink enough water. That tip shouldn’t end at us, though. We should also keep this in mind for our pets! To drive the point home, July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month. Signs of dehydration in pets include dry gums, low energy, loss of skin elasticity, vomiting, sunken eyes, and panting. To make sure your furry friends avoid these scary symptoms, here are a few tips to keep in mind. Dogs Hydration needs can vary a bit in dogs, but in general, they should drink at...
Bonded Tortie Ladies in Need of a Together Forever Home Would Like to Meet You
A bonded pair of tortoiseshell kitties in southern Arizona are searching for a together forever home so they can stay in each other’s lives after everything they’ve been through so far — including motherhood. Meet Blair (1 year) and Willow (2 years). This is what the Southern Arizona Cat Rescue, which is in charge of their welfare until a permanent home can be found, had to say about these unusual ladies: Sisters? Mama and Daughter? Best Friends? Whatever their story may be, these girls are inseparable. They helped each...
Could Getting Another Pet Increase Your Dog’s Lifespan? Research Says “Yes”
As pet owners, most of us are always looking for ways to improve their quality of life. We take them in for regular checkups, give them the best quality foods and treats we can afford, walk them regularly, and try to provide them with the mental stimulation and enrichments recommended for long, healthy, and (hopefully) happy lives. A recent study involving over 21,000 canines conducted through the Dog Aging Project looked into the environmental and social factors linked with the increased lifespans of our canine friends. According to the...
Illegal Trade of Endangered Insects Rampant on eBay and Amazon, Study Reveals
The rise of online marketplaces has revolutionized the way we shop for a wide range of products. From electronics to clothing to collectibles, you can find almost anything with just a few clicks. However, a recent study conducted by researchers at Cornell University has shed light on a disturbing trend: the illegal trade of rare and endangered insects and spiders on platforms like eBay and Amazon. This illicit market allows buyers to easily purchase exotic and threatened species, often commanding high prices due to their scarcity and...
Limping Shelter Dog Needs Your Help To Walk Again Without Pain
A 3.5-year-old Catahoula Leopard Dog mix named Jade was rescued from an overcrowded shelter in Alabama and flew to Wisconsin for a second chance at finding a forever home on a Greater Good Charities Good Flight. Elmbrook Humane Society took her in and immediately noticed she had an “odd gait” in both of her back legs. She was examined by a vet who confirmed that she has Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture, torn ligament in the knee, in both hind legs. Photo: Elmbrook Humane Society The young dog would need costly surgery to...
One-Eyed French Bulldog Wins Hearts As Rescue Animal Ambassador
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! Helen is a French bulldog with loads of spice. She is deaf and only has one eye. PHOTO: MIKKI CLARK Because she is a rescue, we do not know if she was born with an eye that became damaged, or if it was just an eye socket, because all of the muscles are there. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY Her start in life was a...
Old Dairy Cow Finds New Home After Farm Deems Her Useless
Life for a dairy cow can be brutal. They’re often forced to live in cramped areas and give birth to babies that are promptly taken away. The babies don’t even get to nurse usually because their breastmilk is sold to stores. It’s a heartbreaking and widespread reality. A cow named Helen was born into life on a dairy farm, but she was born blind. According to GeoBeats Animals, the famer decided to use her anyway and Helen was forced to give birth to 14 cows so she could keep producing milk for people to buy. Photo:...
Woman Reunites Bonded Wild Mustangs Separated During Round-Up
Two wild mustangs are back together again thanks to a kindhearted woman dedicated to their bond. According to The Dodo, Melissa followed the story of Stargazer and Nora from the time they roamed free. The two wild mustangs were bonded, but a government round-up caused them to be separated. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Low-flying helicopters corralled the wild horses into a cage. From there, they were transported to holding pens and sold off at auction. It’s a cruel practice that often separates bonded horses, but Melissa wanted to make the...
Young, Malnourished Street Kitty that Got a Chance at Indoor Life is Sold on the Idea Now
Meet 9-month-old Tamarind, a special shy boy who is learning indoor life after living most of his existence on the streets. Malnourished and sick, his rescuers at Southern Arizona Cat Rescue in Tucson thought he was a kitten when he arrived at just 2 pounds! Upon further examination, however, it was discovered that he had all of his adult teeth in, putting the kibosh on that theory. Photo: SACatRescue Tamarind is healthy now, per his vet, but this petite boy still has a sensitive tummy and can be a bit of a shy eater. With time and patience,...
