Mice Cured of Alzheimer’s Provide Hope for the Rest of Us
Alzheimer’s is one of those words, much like cancer, that strikes fear in our hearts. It’s a terrifying diagnosis that forever alters our world. But that could — in the not-so-distant future — be changing as news spreads about a new Alzheimer’s remedy that is being developed after initial trials seem to have cured the disease in mice. The trials, conducted by a team of Israeli scientists throughout 2022, purportedly caused 30 mice suffering from the debilitating disease to regain full cognitive ability by...
New Law Protects Pet Owners From Pet Rent and Breed Discrimination
In a move that has sparked both celebration and concern, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed HB23-1068 into law, ushering in significant changes for pet owners, insurers, law enforcement, and landlords across the state. This new legislation aims to redefine how these entities treat pet owners and their furry companions. “We’ve given options and predictability to pet lovers and pet guardians across the state,” said Sen. Sonya Jaquez Lewis, a Democratic sponsor of the bill. “We’ve heard from animal shelters that...
Former Ukrainian President Adopts Homeless Dog From Flooded Kherson
The 5th President of Ukraine, Petro Poroshenko, and his wife, Marina, recently visited the flooded city of Kherson to help the people. A catastrophic dam collapse has caused life-threatening flooding with people and pets trapped and in need of rescuing. The former president took to Instagram to share what he witnessed and also to share that he took home one of the many homeless dogs in the area. HELP DISPLACED PEOPLE AND PETS IN UKRAINE “Marina and I, when we went to Kherson, realized that we need to help not only people, but also...
Deaf French Bulldog and ‘Love Bunny’ Pug Are Quite the Pair
The following story was a finalist 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! Murphy the French bulldog is deaf. PHOTO: JAN TURP She has learned some sign language and is my constant shadow. It doesn’t matter if she is dead asleep; within a few seconds, she finds me. She turns 7-years-old in November. She is a Queen Bee and definitely knows it. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY She is a...
Cuddly Chocolate Pibble, Rocky, is Through Roughing it if You Can Help
Say hello to Rocky! Rocky is a very sweet, friendly boy that was found as a stray in 2021. He stayed with his rescuer for quite some time, but ultimately it wasn’t meant to be his forever home. He then came to Pima Animal Care Center, where he’s been ever since. Rocky was housebroken in his finder’s home with regular potty breaks, but he seems to have had a tough life before his time in their home, and he has the scars to prove it. He really deserves to find a place where he can be spoiled for the rest of his life and where...
Harmful Consequences for Animals and Ecosystems When People Interfere With Wildlife In National Parks
The National Parks of the United States are a collection of breathtaking wilderness areas that provide a sanctuary for a diverse array of wildlife. These parks, from Yellowstone to Yosemite, Grand Canyon to Great Smoky Mountains, serve as vital habitats for numerous species and play a crucial role in their conservation efforts. However, the impact of human activity within these pristine natural spaces cannot be ignored. From feeding wildlife to disturbing their natural behaviors, certain actions can have devastating consequences for the...
Visit Oklahoma’s Museum of Osteology and Meet Their First Ever Cat Employee
Learning resources are now within reach with a simple click on your device. The internet can take you to an answer after using the right keywords. It’s astonishing how you can collect information in just a few seconds. Although immensely useful, you should still try to experience and see the things you find on the internet with your own eyes. It’s most especially recommended when you’re looking for historical resources, artifacts, artworks, or scientific discoveries. For this reason, people find time to visit museums...
How Therapy Dogs from an NYC Program Motivate Students to Practice Their Reading Skills
Reading is a fun escape, but for most kids, learning the skill can be challenging. The difficulty often roots from pressure, limited exposure to reading materials, struggles with speech sounds, and lack of confidence. Rather than face the challenge, they prefer to play outdoors or watch television. That’s why it takes a whole lot of patience to teach a kid how to read. Schools and education-based programs have established strategies for years to help with this. Kids need to realize the value of reading skills at an early age. It’s...
The Grow-Old-Together Type of Friendship Between a Woman and Her Loving Tortoise
A person will meet a lot of people that will play a significant role in their lives. Some are for temporary purposes, while others will permanently stay. The latter are your different versions of soulmates. That someone could be a romantic partner, a parent, a relative, a best friend, and most fascinatingly, an animal. People and animals magically meet each other and form a heartfelt connection. They could meet at adoption events, rescue missions, rehabilitation centers, or when the animal suddenly appears near their house. That first...
The Battle for Survival Commenced as This Bird Steals Food Away from Its Friend
Birds are given the ability to conquer freedom with their wings. Life seems so easy for them, but they still have to fight for survival. Hunting food and finding a home safe from lurking predators is their everyday life. But as the world advances, a bird’s strategy also changes. Since they can go anywhere, there are birds accustomed to city life. Instead of searching for food in the wild, they hunt food from the streets. In some instances, humans would provide the free-roaming birds with food such as bird feed or bread. Other people...
