40 Dogs Are Freed From Their Filthy Wire Cages And A Life Of Neglect
The Smith County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office rescued nearly 40 dogs from a neglect situation in Smith County, Texas, with help from The Humane Society of the United States, the SPCA of East Texas, and Animal Investigations and Response. After authorities served a search and seizure warrant on the resident property, they found dogs living in deplorable conditions. Photo: YouTube/HSUS They were crammed into chain-link kennels with metal collapsing into some of them. They had no food and undrinkable frozen water. The dogs hadn’t...
‘Skin & Bones’ Dog Is Saved From Slaughter And Makes Incredible Transformation
Millie had spent her life at a dog meat farm in South Korea. At the farm, countless dogs are crammed into wire cages, where they barely have any food or water. They are overbred, starved, and neglected. Luckily, Humane Society International did a rescue mission and saved all of the dogs there before shutting the farm down. Photo: YouTube/HSUS As soon as Nara Kim from HSI spotted Millie, she knew she needed medical attention immediately. She described her as skin and bones and said she looked like an alien. All of the shelters in South Korea...
Man Saves Hedgehog That Had Been Soaked with Crude Oil
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! In May 2016 while inspecting oilfield pipes and equipment, we noticed a small hedgehog which was soaked with crude oil. Its body was stuck to the ground. The hedgehog could not move and was dying. Just a quick pulse was its sole sign of life. “It’s better to put it to sleep,” my friend said. But I couldn’t do that. I decided to do my best to save him and picked him...
10 Dog Breeds That Don’t Do Well in Cold Weather
Many people go into hibernation mode in the winter time. Frigid temperatures, snow, and iciness aren’t really their thing. They long for warmer days and significantly less shoveling. They may have even moved away from a wintry place to avoid it. There are quite a few dog breeds that are just as tired of Jack Frost, primarily because their bodies aren’t built for the cold. Here are a few of them. Basset Hound PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / ANDREAC77 Basset Hounds have been a part of human’s lives since 6th century France. These...
10 Dog Breeds That Love Being Out in the Snow
As the winter wears on, a lot of us get pretty tired of it. There are only so many times you can scrape your windshield, dig out your car, or shovel your driveway before you’re ready to move to the equator. There are some special folks who absolutely disagree with this, though, relishing every last snowflake. If you’re that type, there are plenty of dog breeds that would be more than happy to accompany you into the winter wonderland. Here are 10 breeds that go nuts in the snow. Akita PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / OTSPHOTO The Akita was...
It’s A Make-Or-Break Moment For Florida’s Manatees. Here’s How You Can Help Save Them
2021 was rough, but it was especially deadly for manatees, which saw 15 percent of their population die off in a single year alone. Most of the 1,110 manatees who perished in 2021 died from starvation, which is a growing threat in the waters where they live. In the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) one-third of Florida’s manatees call home, poor water quality and harmful algae has decimated 60% of the seagrass they once fed on. Photo: Greater Good Charities Florida’s Fish & Wildlife Foundation is racing to replant the seagrass, but...
Dog Left To Die In Heap Of Trash Defies All Odds And Pulls Through
‘Love conquers all’ is proven in the following rescue story. A dog on the brink of death in China was rescued just in time and thanks to an outpouring of love and amazing care he is on the road to recovery. Humane Society International shared the incredible rescue story on Facebook and thanked their partner VShine, an animal protection agency in China, who rescued and helped care for the dog. Screenshot: YouTube/ The Humane Society of the United States Rescuers were heartbroken when they found the large dog dumped on a pile of...
Nationwide Shelter Crisis: Over 100,000 Additional Shelter Dogs & Cats At Risk Over Last Year
The country is still trying to get back to “normal” but, just like many other businesses, animal shelters are struggling. The shortage of staff, increase in animal intake, and a drop in adoptions pushed many shelters to their limits. They are operating in crisis mode and need help. Best Friends Animal Society’s Chief Executive Officer, Julie Castle, urged supporters and animal lovers across the country to help by adopting, fostering, volunteering, and spreading the word to friends and family. Photo: Unsplash/Thomas Park...
Florida Animal Shelter At Max Capacity Waives Adoption Fee For Large Dogs
Large dogs spend more time at a shelter compared to small dogs, so shelters have to come up with ways to encourage people to adopt the bigger dogs. A Florida animal shelter hopes to find homes for many of their large dogs by making them “free” for three days. Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is at max capacity with dozens of big dogs patiently waiting for someone to choose them. The shelter decided to waive the $50 adoption fee for their adult dogs over 30 pounds to encourage people to adopt. “We like big mutts and we...
Dog Drags Chair Over To Sit Closer To Owner
There is a reason that dogs have been called “man’s best friend” since as far back as any of us can remember. They have proved themselves to be loving, loyal companions who want to spend all their time with their favorite humans. But as much as our dogs love spending time with us, the feeling is definitely mutual. I remember growing up having a dog in the family. She was the most gentle animal ever – and she was definitely my best friend as a kid. I’m sure many dog owners feel that way towards their beloved dogs....
