Mom Finally Figures Out Why Dog Was Barking At Window All Night
We bring dogs into our homes for a lot of reasons and for some of us, having the extra security they add is a big bonus. Dogs are great at alerting their owners to intruders so it’s important to listen when they bark – especially if they’re barking is out of the ordinary. When Christina Bingman’s dog, Alexa, started barking at the window one night, Bingman was understandably confused and a little concerned. Photo: TikTok/@ctinab2 According to The Dodo, Bingman immediately went outside to check on her family’s...
Volunteers Make Thanksgiving Feast For Utah Shelter Animals
The holidays are a time to spend with loved ones and the absence of family can really sting. That’s true not just for people but for animals as well. It can’t be easy living on the streets or in a shelter while everyone else carries on with life and holiday festivities. Photo: Facebook/Salt Lake County Animal Services Volunteers with the Salt Lake County Animal Services wanted to do their part to help the animals feel the holiday spirit, so they got up early on Thanksgiving Day and began cooking. By the end of the day, the...
Golden Lab Unrecognizable After Playing In The Mud
A sweet pup from Australia is taking the internet by storm thanks to his passionate love for the mud. As a dog owner, there’s something special about watching my pup play freely in the yard. He loves to run and sprint off-leash, but there’s one thing that really makes me second-guess letting him go free and that’s mud. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog I know if I get my dog run freely, he’ll do everything in his power to find the wettest, muddiest spot in the yard to plop down in. It’s like he can’t help it. Otis...
Woman Rescues a Plover’s Baby Chick Who Got Stuck in a Drain
Humans and animals don’t share the same language but they can understand each other. Both can still build connections and establish a relationship like pet parents to their fur babies. There are also instances in which animals would help humans and even vice versa. Those kinds of situations provide harmony to the world. Especially now that animal habitats are changing into cities, factories, or residential areas. Humans would often find themselves amidst interactions with animals. Photo: Instagram/her_ausventure Most people would...
Rescuers Follow Footprints In The Snow And Find Cold Pittie Hiding From The Storm
With winter in full swing, there’s little better than being cozied up inside with a warm fire. Snowstorms have hit cities across the country, but sadly, not everyone has the luxury of staying warm or even staying inside. The same is true not only for people but for pets too. Thousands of dogs live on the streets, either as a result of being born there or being abandoned. It’s a hard life but when winter storms hit, it’s even more difficult. Photo: YouTube/Stray Rescue of St. Louis Everyone deserves to have shelter and when...
Stray Dog Called Dangerous And Unadoptable Turns Into A Gentle Giant
A stray dog destined for euthanization was given a second chance at life and he proved all reports wrong! According to a video shared by the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, Augustus was found tied up in someone’s backyard. Photo: YouTube/Mohawk Hudson Humane Society No one is sure what his life was like before being dumped in the yard, but based on his behavior, he had a rough time. When Augustus first arrived at the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, he was incredibly reactive. In fact, Nancy Haynes, the director of behavior and enrichment at...
Greyhound Rescued From Racing Learns To Trust Again
Despite the efforts of dog lovers and animal activists alike, greyhound racing continues to be a prevalent sport today. The dogs who come out of the sport are often traumatized and in need of some serious TLC, but it can be hard to find families willing to put in the work to help them. Photo: YouTube/Cuddle Buddies Darcy is one dog that made it out of the sport, but she didn’t come out unharmed. After the rough training and having little-to-no human contact, the poor greyhound was taut with anxiety. Thankfully, she didn’t have to...
Alaskan Malamute Meets Baby Brother For The Very First Time
Welcoming a baby into the family is an exciting time, but it can be extra stressful for those who own dogs. You never know how a pet will react to a new baby brother or sister. Some dogs are jealous and don’t enjoy having a new baby around, but others step up as guardians and commit to protecting the family’s new bundle of joy. Photo: YouTube/Life with Malamutes Teddy the Alaskan Malamute falls into the later category and it was so sweet watching him meet his new little brother! In a video shared by the popular YouTube channel...
TSA Agents Surprised To Find Live Cat Hidden In Checked Suitcase
It’s no secret that cats can be masters of hiding. We once tore the entire house apart searching for my friend’s cat, going as far as to look outside and under cars. The cat was nowhere to be found, she’d completely vanished. But that evening, we saw her casually stroll out from my friend’s closet, a closet we searched at least 3 times. It was a relief, but also frustrating. There’s just something about perfect little hiding spots that have an allure to cats. They love tucking themselves into boxes, drawers,...
Farm Animals Go Unprotected During Disasters, And Millions Die Because No Laws Protect Them
When natural disasters strike, animal shelters can find themselves overwhelmed with pets, while dealing with reduced or damaged facilities. There are federal resources that support the rescue and care of household pets, but many other animals are being left behind to face a horrific death. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has several Individual Assistance programs designed to support disaster survivors and household pets, under the >PETS Act passed in 2006 shortly after Hurricane Katrina. This law requires that states...
