Terrified Horses Bolt Through London Streets, Sparking Outcry for Military Policy Review
On a seemingly ordinary Wednesday morning, central London was the scene of an unexpected and distressing event involving the Household Cavalry’s horses. During a routine exercise in the Belgravia area, close to Buckingham Palace, a loud noise from nearby construction work startled the horses. This incident led to a chaotic scene as several horses, spooked by the noise, bolted through the streets of London, CNN reports. Photo: Adobe Stock / Paul CummingsSeveral Household Cavalry horses were injured in central London. Immediate Impact and...
Elderly Ukraine Man Devotes His Days To Feeding Homeless Animals
Every morning, an elderly man named Valeriy rises with the sun to feed the homeless pets of Ukraine. He is wandering the streets before most people are awake and is greeted by hungry dogs and cats. He has been caring for the abandoned and stray animals for years, including feeding the stray pets outside his place of employment. Photo: © United for Animals (UfA) His wife, Olena, is also an animal lover and helps nurse sick pets back to health. The couple had to evacuate their home in Avdiivka when the Russians invaded, and their home was...
You’ve Helped Us Protect Habitat for Endangered Species in Argentina, But We’re Not Done Yet
The presence of livestock can threaten the survival of wildlife species, by introducing competition for food and water and through retaliatory killings when predators take an animal like a goat or a cow. This problem can be found throughout the world, but we’ve been working to tackle the issue at a reserve in Argentina for many years, and we’ve just helped add on another parcel that will be livestock-free. Through a partnership between GreaterGood, Greater Good Charities, and Wildlife Conservation Society Argentina, 50,000 acres...
Ukraine Woman Has Just One Wish For Her 100th Birthday – Food For Her Cats
We all strive to live to be 100 or more years old and be called a centenarian. While not all are lucky enough to reach this goal, those who do should celebrate in a big way. However, a woman in Ukraine just wanted one thing for her milestone birthday – cat food. Mrs. Claudia shares her home with ten cats that she adores and wants only to provide them with the best life. United for Animals, a Greater Good Charities’ partner in Ukraine, shared that the woman in Kherson was celebrating her 100th birthday and only asked for wet cat...
Vanishing Habitats Spell Uncertain Future for Newly Identified Tiger Cats
In the shadowed realms of Central and South America’s cloud forests, a new wildcat species, the clouded tiger cat (Leopardus pardinoides), emerges into the scientific spotlight. This discovery, though a milestone for biodiversity, paints a stark picture of the survival challenges these small felids face. With their habitat disappearing at an alarming rate, these cats are thrust into the conservation emergency room, needing immediate and effective measures to ensure their future. Photo: Animalia, License: CC BY 4.0 DEEDThe clouded tiger...
Timid Pup Rescued From Car with Nearly 100 Dogs and Cats
The following story is a finalist in the Rescue to Royalty Challenge. Three grand prize winners will receive a $250 shopping spree, while a shelter of their choosing will be awarded $2,000 in cash and needed supplies! You can vote for your favorite story here through May 8! Eleventh Hour Rescue saved Alvin from a parked Chevy truck behind a Marshalls in New Jersey, where his past owner was hoarding 44 live and more than 50 dead dogs and cats. The operation was so significant, it was reported on News 12, and you can watch live footage of the...
Abandoned, Neglected Pup Travels From California to the Midwest to Find His Happy Ending
The following story is a finalist in the Rescue to Royalty Challenge. Three grand prize winners will receive a $250 shopping spree, while a shelter of their choosing will be awarded $2,000 in cash and needed supplies! You can vote for your favorite story here through May 8! Abandoned by the “family” of his first five years of life, Roman was unceremoniously dumped at the Downey shelter, substantially underweight and suffering as much from heartbreak and confusion as his severe case of demodectic mange. PHOTO: STEPHEN PHILLIPS...
Wyoming Wildlife at Risk as Antler Poaching Surges
Poaching for antlers in Wyoming is on the rise, despite efforts to deter the practice through legislation and steep penalties. This illegal activity not only threatens wildlife populations but also disrupts local ecosystems during critical recovery periods after harsh winters. Photo: PexelsAntler poaching in Wyoming is on the rise. Recent Incidents and Legal Actions In recent years, Wyoming has seen a notable increase in antler poaching incidents. One notable case involved Jonathan Lee Cox, who was caught with over 1,000 pounds of illegally...
Puppy Born with Cleft Lip Thrives and Becomes Ambassador for Dogs with the Same Condition
The following story is a finalist in the Rescue to Royalty Challenge. Three grand prize winners will receive a $250 shopping spree, while a shelter of their choosing will be awarded $2,000 in cash and needed supplies! You can vote for your favorite story here through May 8! As if it is a mark of death, countless puppies like Tennison Mars are needlessly euthanized just for being born with a cleft lip or palate (or other birth defect). He is the ultimate Rescue to Royalty Story. PHOTO: MELINDA BOBB An underdog from the start, Tenny fought for...
Starving, Tick-Riddled Miniature Pinscher Rescued After Being Abandoned in the Woods
The following story is a finalist in the Rescue to Royalty Challenge. Three grand prize winners will receive a $250 shopping spree, while a shelter of their choosing will be awarded $2,000 in cash and needed supplies! You can vote for your favorite story here through May 8! Legacy is a young adult miniature pinscher who was found abandoned in the woods in rural Wolcott, Connecticut. At about 6 pounds, her ribcage was prominent, and she was starving. After she was spotted in the woods, it took the local animal control officer a few attempts...
