If You Could Domesticate One Wild Species, What Would It Be?

Domestic animals and wild animals are both amazing for their own reasons. Pets, of course, provide companionship, love, entertainment, and sometimes protection, among other things. Wild animals give us a sense of awe and adoration from afar and remind us of the magic of the natural world. But what if nature made a mistake? What if there was one animal out there that was always meant to be a pet, but Mother Nature made it feral instead? Photo: Unsplash/Derek Oyen As it turns out, there are a lot of people out there who think particular wild...

    Posted On: Mar 23, 2023 | Category: Articles The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

“Hey Mom, I’m Done! May I Come In?” Clever Dog Fakes Peeing Like a Hollywood Actor

Shih Tzus are among the most lovable dog breeds in the world. Did you know that their name was derived from the Chinese word, Shizigou, which means “Lion Sun Dog”? According to the Times of India, it’s due to the facial hair that grows out of this dog’s nose. Photo: Tiktok/branstonandpickle01 But, surely, these small dogs are more adorable and cuddly than wild lions. In fact, the American Kennel Club gives this breed 5 stars for being ‘affectionate with family, good with children, and good with other dogs’....

    Posted On: Mar 23, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Sassy Cat Reacts To Dad Saying It’s Bedtime

If you have a cat in your life, you realize that they don’t always pay attention to your commands. Unlike dogs, which often look forward to pleasing their human, cats have their own mind, and they will often ignore you. Perhaps that’s why it isn’t a big surprise to any of us when we see the video below shared by Inside Edition. It shows a cat that is not only being disobedient, he is being downright defiant. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition Of course, ask anyone who has a cat in their life and they will tell you that is exactly...

    Posted On: Mar 23, 2023 | Category: Articles The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Senior Shelter Dog Who Spent Her Whole Life On The Streets Receives Sweet Gift From Chewy

Dallas Pets Alive (DPA) is working hard to save dogs and cats by offering resources, education, and programs to eliminate the killing of companion animals. They save pets that are scheduled to be euthanized or need medical care and give them a chance at a forever home. The organization is able to save these pets thanks to countless volunteers, their “robust foster system”, and supporters who give their time, open up their hearts and homes, and donate money. Since 2012, they have saved roughly 6,000 pets and their goal is save even...

    Posted On: Mar 23, 2023 | Category: Articles The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Canine Freestyle on Tiktok! Get Amazed by the Dancing Skills of These Dogs!

“The modern era of musical freestyle got started in the late 1980s, but there are signs that the idea of dancing dogs goes back to antiquity. In fact, they were depicted in a famous piece of Pre-Columbian art retrieved from Aztec tombs. Later, musical trick dog acts were favorite attractions for street, circus, and vaudeville performers. The 1941 movie musical Lady Be Good features a lovely tap-dance routine performed by Eleanor Powell and a Russell Terrier,” according to the American Kennel Club. Photo: Tiktok/the_trickstars Can...

    Posted On: Mar 23, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Amazing Cow and Friends at Wellness Farm: We Love Your Powdered Donuts, Mom! And We Love You, Too!

“Animals mirror back to us that we have value and worth. We feel gentle when we stroke them, wanted when they approach us, and soothed when we hug them. Animals don’t judge us and we can be authentically, uniquely us and the animals will always accept us as we are. Animals have a way of making us feel connected to them, and in turn, connected more deeply to ourselves,” said Ellie Laks, founder of The Gentle Barn, a non-profit animal rescue and sanctuary in California. Photo: Tiktok/shelleyofourfarmacy These statements are...

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Owl And Cat Have An Intense Staring Match Through The Window

A feisty house cat and a determined owl got into an unusual staring match when they locked eyes through the living room window. James, TikTok user @jfitjames, shared the video of the incident, noting that he heard growing and went to investigate. Photo: TikTok/@jfitjames He wrote in the text overlay, “This is now what I expected to see my cat gr-owl-ing at.” “Bro just wanna have a play date,” he added in the caption. In the clip, you can see the cat standing on the back of the couch. The hairs on his back are standing...

    Posted On: Mar 23, 2023 | Category: Articles The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Sweet Staffordshire Terrier Wins Grandma’s Heart And Becomes Family Favorite

For many people, having grandkids is a big goal in life. After the kids grow up, many people are just itching to have a new round of babies to spoil and look after. Frida’s mom was eagerly waiting for a grandbaby, but instead, she got a grand dog – and she couldn’t be more obsessed. Photo: YouTube/Cuddle Buddies In a video shared by Cuddle Buddies, Frida explained that she didn’t initially want a staffy at all. She said, “When we were going to get a dog, we did not want a white staffy because I thought...

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6 Shivering Puppies Are Soaked From The Rain But Help Finally Arrives

Six little puppies were given a fighting chance at life after being drenched in the rain. The Stray Rescue of St. Louis shared about the rescue on YouTube, explaining that the rain finally cleared. However, as any animal rescuer knows, rain or shine, the work is never over. Photo: YouTube/Stray Rescue of St.Louis Official After the rain cleared, the rescue received a call from a bus driver who said, “I see 6 young puppies out here by the road, they need help.” While it was completely unexpected to have six pups in need of help,...

    Posted On: Mar 23, 2023 | Category: Articles The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Dalmatian Puppy Eagerly Watches “101 Dalmatians” On TV

Growing up, I watched a lot of Disney movies. They’re a staple in many family homes, and for good reason. Kids around the world take comfort in watching classics like The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, and 101 Dalmatians. As it turns out, it’s not just kids that enjoy a good Disney movie, but dogs can as well! Photo: Twitter/@Thund3rB0lt That was seen beautifully in a video shared of a dalmatian puppy enjoying none other than Disney’s 101 Dalmatians. Twitter user @Thund3rB0lt shared the video shwoing a little dalmatian puppy...

    Posted On: Mar 22, 2023 | Category: Articles The Animal Rescue SiteView Details