Rescue Workers In Ukraine Save Cat Stuck In Tree In War Zone
Cats tend to climb up in trees for a better view, to chase a bird or squirrel, or to escape some sort of danger. However, they have a hard time coming down and sometimes need help from professionals. Rescue workers in Ukraine who are busy saving people from destroyed buildings and war zones took the time to rescue a cat stuck in a tree. This touching moment was shared by The State Emergency Service (SES) of Ukraine. Laughter is said to be the best medicine, so officials thought they would use a little humor to tell the rescue story....
After Beloved Dog Dies, Veteran Finds Perfect Shelter Pet To Help Him Heal
An American veteran named Joey Ross bravely served his country in the U.S. military. But those years of service also took a personal toll. When Ross came back home to Nashville, the Tennessee veteran was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. For a time, Ross’s service dog, Babygirl, helped him cope with the worst of his symptoms, which were so severe the veteran attempted suicide four years ago. After that intensely dark period, the loyal dog saved his life, Ross told WZTV. Posted by Joey Ross on Monday, October 11, 2021...
Household Cats are Smart Enough to Remember the Names and Faces of their Human and Feline Friends
You would be surprised to discover that your cat recognizes not just your face, but also remembers your name! A new study that was published in the journal Scientific Reports reveals these facts after conducting research on cats who have human owners and feline friends. Photo: YouTube/FunnyClix “We examined whether cats matched familiar cats’ names and faces… and human family members’ names and faces…” said the authors. “Cats were presented with a photo of the familiar cat’s face on a laptop...
Ukrainian Firefighters Rescue Puppy From War-Torn Street And Make Him Mascot Of Fire Station
Emergency workers were searching through the rubble in the Kiev district of Kharkiv after heavy shelling by the Russians and found a puppy. Firefighters in Kharkiv adopted him and named him “Bayraktar”, but everyone calls him “Bai”. The sweet pup brings comfort and joy to the firefighters and guards the station when the crew is out on a call. The State Emergency Service (SES) of Ukraine posted the good news of Facebook and shared that the puppy is paid in a salary of sausages and goodies. He doesn’t have an...
Cats Are Being Ordered To Stay Indoors For Almost Half A Year In A German Town
It’s another lockdown, everybody! Cats are being asked to stay indoors in a German town until the end of August for a good cause. PHOTO: Pixabay/blende12 In the southwest town of Walldorf, German authorities have issued an order to some cat owners to keep their pets inside their homes. The order came with the interest to protect a rare bird during its breeding season. The rare bird species that the German authorities is trying to protect is the Crested Lark (Galerida cristata) which, although seen as rare in their town, is thankfully...
Photography Student Takes Portraits Of Black Shelter Pets To Help Them Get Adopted
Many college students spend their summer vacations relaxing, sleeping in, and hanging out with friends. But Maggie Epling, a photography student at the University of Kentucky, isn’t your average college student. As summer vacation neared, the budding photography student decided to use her new skills to help black shelter pets get adopted. “I thought about volunteering, and I’ve always loved animals and photography,” Epling told NPR. Photo: Pixabay After reading stories about how good photos make all the difference when...
Group of Kids Takes Care of Blind Neighborhood Cat
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! As a group of children were playing in their building yard in Latakia, Syria, they found a small beautiful cat. She was shaking and could not open her eyes. They called two women who live in the same building. The two young women took the cat to the veterinary doctor. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / BURKHARD LULING He checked her eyes, administered an antibiotic eye drop, and said that the cat was...
Endangered Sea Turtle Nest Found On Texas Beach For The First Time In 10 Years
Sea turtle nesting season has begun, and wildlife officials are regularly checking the shores for new nests. Texas officials shared some “egg-citing” news about a nest from the most endangered sea turtle that hasn’t appeared on the beach since 2012. Tucked in the dunes of the Galveston Island State Park was a Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle nest filled with 107 eggs. Sea Aggie Sea Turtle Patrol discovered the nest on Thursday during a routine survey of the beach. The recent nest is only the third Kemp’s Ridley nest...
Shelter Dog Who Spent 10 Years Waiting For A Forever Home Has Just Been Adopted
A shelter dog named Safira just proved that good things come to those who wait. The 11-year-old dog has been patiently waiting for a forever home since she arrived in 2011 at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. She has spent her whole life at the sanctuary learning to play nice with other dogs and living her best dog life. However, she always hoped a loving family would come along and take her home. Safira was taken on hikes by caretakers and spoiled with tons of balls, her absolute favorite thing. A video of her rolling in a pool full of balls...
Florida Zoo Reunites a Mother Sloth and Her Baby with the Father
On February 8, a mother sloth gave birth to a healthy baby on St. Augustine Alligator Farm. Unfortunately, Teddy, the father of the newborn sloth, wasn’t able to witness his baby’s birth, as he was sent away by the mother, Grizzly. According to the zoo’s Facebook video, wild female sloths send the father away so she can independently take care of the baby. The Hoffman’s two-toed sloth mother will nurture the baby for months, with the little one clinging to her belly — to create a bond that will contribute to the...
