Bull Breaks Free, Injures Five at Rodeo — Animal Rights Activists Outraged
The Sisters Rodeo in Oregon became a scene of chaos when a bull named Party Bus broke free from its pen, causing injuries to five people. This incident has not only shocked the local community but also sparked a broader conversation about the inhumanity and dangers of forcing such powerful animals to perform in rodeos. Photo: PexelsParty Bus, a 2000-pound bull, escaped during the Sisters Rodeo. The Great Escape On a seemingly ordinary night at the 84th Sisters Rodeo, attendees were stunned when Party Bus, a 2000-pound bull, jumped over a...
Questions, Supplies, Vet Care: A Cat Adoption Checklist
Any time is a good time to bring home a new feline friend, but National Adopt a Cat Month is held every year in June. If you’re thinking about observing the occasion in June, or adopting a cat any other time of the year, here’s a basic cat adoption checklist. Questions to Ask Before Adopting Before you make the decision to bring home a new cat or kitten, you need to consider a few questions. One of the biggest is, “Is this something I can afford?” There are basic month-to-month expenses to keep in mind, like food,...
120 Shelter Cats Land in Oregon for a Second Chance
Thanks to your generous support and a donation match by Petfinder.com powered by Purina®, over a hundred shelter pets will get the second chance they deserve. As cats were being vetted for their Flight to Freedom, it was discovered that two of the cats were sick and others had possibly been exposed to the sick felines. These cats are being treated, quarantined, and observed but were unable to make the flight. Photo: Oregon Humane Society This lowered the original number of 200 to 120 cats and kittens who were taken from overcrowded...
From Cruelty to Compassion — Animal Testing Lab Transforms into Sanctuary
In the quiet town of Nowata, Oklahoma, a 30-acre property that once echoed with the cries of animals undergoing painful tests is now filled with the sounds of happy, playful creatures. This land, previously an animal testing facility, has been transformed into Freedom Fields, a sanctuary for rescued animals, thanks to the tireless efforts of Shannon Keith and her organization, the Beagle Freedom Project (BFP), reports USA Today. The Birth of Freedom Fields Freedom Fields is the realization of a dream for Shannon Keith, an animal rights...
Feral Dog Survives Devastating Loss And Transforms Into Playful Pup
Your donations of pet supplies through Greater Good Charities’ GOODS Program are transforming the lives of pets, like Sadie. This sweet pup has endured a lot but is now living her best life thanks in part to your support. She was a feral dog who had little or no human contact before entering an overcrowded shelter in Oklahoma. She was extremely underweight and pregnant. Shortly after arriving at the shelter, she gave birth in an unfamiliar and stressful environment. Photo: RockySpot Rescue RockySpot Rescue came to her rescue when they...
Cat Found Near Death in Front of Coffee Shop Needs Your Support to Heal
Meet Noel. This sweet cat has had a rough start to life and needs your support to heal. She was found emaciated and near death in front of a coffee shop in Greece. She was brought back to Let’s be S.M.A.R.T., a local cat rescue and sanctuary, to be examined. The team discovered that Noel was suffering from painful mouth ulcers and many necrotic teeth. Photo: Let’s be S.M.A.R.T. They shared with us how dire her condition was when she arrived, “She was skin and bones, pale and her temperature was so low the thermometer...
Greater Sage-Grouse Faces Extinction as Habitat Disappears
The Greater Sage-Grouse, an iconic bird of the American West, is facing a critical threat to its survival. The loss of its sagebrush habitat, compounded by climate change and human activities, has led to a dramatic decline in its population. Conservation groups and government agencies are working tirelessly to reverse this trend, but significant challenges remain. Photo: Adobe Stock / BrentThe Greater Sage-Grouse is nearing extinction. A Declining Population The Greater Sage-Grouse once thrived across millions of acres in the western United...
Why Cicadas Could Spell Trouble for Your Pets This Season
With cicadas emerging en masse during their periodic cycles, pet owners might be concerned about their furry friends snacking on these crunchy insects. While cicadas are not toxic to pets, there are still important considerations and steps to ensure your pet’s safety. Photo: PexelsPets might find cicadas irresistible due to their crunchy texture. Understanding Cicada Emergence This year, trillions of cicadas are expected to surface across the U.S., with a notable event: the simultaneous emergence of two different broods—one on a...
Two Kittens Rescued From Road After Their Littermates Are Hit By a Car
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! We were on our way home from the grocery store, driving down a farm-to-market road. I glanced out the side window and I thought I saw the outline of a kitten in the tall grass on the side of the highway. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ORNA We pulled over, and I expected to see some feral cats scatter. Instead, two tiny kittens ran full speed into our arms. They were starving and covered in ticks and...
Foster Works Hard to Save Two Surviving Days-Old Kittens After Losing Three
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! I was talking to a friend who worked at my local SPCA about her need to find people to foster newborn kittens, and I heard myself say, “Sure, I’ll try that.” PHOTO: PIXABAY / SIMONEVOMFELD Soon after, my friend’s phone rang and someone had found two 2-day-old kittens under a trailer with a mother who couldn’t nurse due to an infection. I said I’d stop...
