The 2023 “World’s Ugliest Dog” Competition Is Officially Underway
Dogs are cute, at least, many of them are. If you’ve been around dogs before in your life, you probably realize that while there are plenty of adorable pups in the world, there’s also a fair mix of straight ugly dogs. It’s hard to even write that, but it’s true. In fact, there are so many ugly dogs in the world that a competition was created to celebrate them! Photo: Flickr/Wayne Dunbar License: CC BY-ND 2.0 The “World’s Ugliest Dog” competition has been happening for nearly 50 years as a way to honor...
Tiger Population in Thai Wildlife Sanctuary Sees Increases for the First Time in 30 Years
Some good news out of Kanchanaburi, Thailand has arrived. A wildlife sanctuary in Southeast Asia has seen its tiger population increase for the first time in three decades. Staff working at the Salak Phra Wildlife Sanctuary were able to identify three Indochinese tigers by their distinctive stripe patterns. The three cats were observed in a nature reserve to the north, last year, noted the Bangkok Post. Photo: Pixabay/RaeWallis Tiger Stripes Each tiger’s stripe pattern is completely unique and as distinct as human fingerprints. Staff at...
Rescue Cats Get In “Kerfuffle” At Sanctuary Right Before Snack Time
An adorable video captured the moment a feisty “kerfuffle” unfolded at a cat sanctuary right before snack time. Thankfully, no cats were harmed in the midst of the fight, at least not physically (there may have been some ego damage). Photo: TikTok/@furballfarmpetsanctuary The cats were all waiting together for some food at the Furball Farm Pet Sanctuary in Faribault, Minnesota, a cage free cat sanctuary for feral cats, when the incident occurred. It all started when one cat decided to swat at another. While it could’ve ended...
You Can Definitely Relax at a Malaysian Cafe That Surprisingly Highlights Live Reptiles
The existence of coffee shops is truly beneficial to society, especially to those who thrive with the help of coffee and sweets. You can quickly order coffee if you have a sudden need for a shot of caffeine. Cafes are very accessible, because if you might have not noticed yet, coffee shops are almost everywhere. From the largest coffeehouse companies to small businesses, you can easily find one nearby. But it isn’t just the beverages and food that make people visit the establishment — it’s also a place for social gatherings....
Turkeys Think They’re Superior To You And No One Knows Why
If you think about animals that follow a certain hierarchy, you’d probably think about primates and wolves. Those that hold the alpha position are treated as the superior in their group, and it’s expected for the rest of their group to respect them. But there’s another group of animals that has their own, quite literally I must add, pecking order. PHOTO: Pixabay/Jae Rue The term pecking order actually came from a zoologist who discovered the dominance or social hierarchy in chickens. The term is still widely used today and...
Nearly 250 Neglected Rabbits Rescued From One Property
This story was submitted by Lindsey Heaney from our shelter friend, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County, which saves pets’ lives in the Tacoma, Washington area. The Animal Rescue Site is proud to share their stories. You can learn more about their work here! In mid-February, 246 rabbits were confiscated from a Puyallup, Washington, property by Pierce County Animal Control and were brought to the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. The rabbits varied in age and physical condition. The shelter’s veterinary...
Sweet, Smart, & Fun Chocolate Lab with Personality Described as “Delightful” in Need of Rescuing
I’m Ruby, but I go by the name Remi. I am a sweet, smart, and fun 8-year-old chocolate Lab girl. My former mom has described my personality as “delightful” and that I’m a devoted and loyal companion to my human. I’m looking for a home with no dogs, cats, or other creatures. Honestly, I’m all you’ll need cuz I’m that special. I have basic training and obedience skills perfected. I’m very loving, affectionate, and silly. I’m also playful and enjoy cuddling with you. Attention is the...
An 8-Foot Gator Was Discovered in the Attic of a North Carolina Home by a Code Enforcement Officer
Here’s your wild news for the week. A code enforcement official inspecting a three-story home in Wilmington, North Carolina, was in for the surprise of his life when he entered the attic of a home he was there to inspect. The routine inspection for potential structural issues or code violations left Dean Brown in disbelief after he initially thought the gargantuan creature was a large stuffed replica of some sort. It wasn’t until he saw its eyes open and realized it was breathing that he knew he’d made a monumental...
Foster Pet Caregivers are Needed Now More Than Ever
Fosters and volunteers are desperately needed across the country for rescues and shelters bursting at the seams with surrendered or stray animals. The sentiment is shared by the Connecticut-based rescue organization Where the Love Is, which seconded the notion. “We are constantly asking for fosters. It’s just really wonderful when a dog could get out of the kennel and into a home,” volunteer Janice Murphy Wallace said. Photo: Pixabay/Cparks Overflowing Kennels Animal welfare organizations are unable to bring in newly...
Rising Costs of Pet Ownership Could Lead to Animal Welfare Crisis, Warns Cats Protection
The rising cost of living has created a challenging situation for pet owners, with many struggling to keep up with the expenses associated with owning a cat. According to a pet charity, Cats Protection, the cost-of-living crisis could lead to an animal welfare crisis, as owners are cutting back on essential services such as veterinarian care, vaccinations, and insurance. A survey of over 3,000 cat owners revealed that one in three felt “greatly impacted” by soaring costs, Yahoo! News reports, with one in five admitting to spending...
