Stressed Senior Dog Seeks Quiet Home After Returning To Shelter Due To Owner’s Failing Health
For the past four years, a sweet dog named Mimi has lived in a loving home that she thought was her forever home. Sadly, her owner’s health is declining due to dementia and the family is no longer able to care for her. She has returned to Humane Society of Broward County in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and is stressed by the loud and unfamiliar shelter environment. The eight-year-old pup has so much love to give and hopes to find her forever home soon. Screenshot: TikTok/@humanebroward The shelter posted her story on TikTok in hopes of...
Mongolia’s Wild Przewalski’s Horses Leap Back from the Brink of Extinction
Once believed extinct in the wild, the Takhi, also known as the Przewalski’s Horse, represents a monumental success story in wildlife conservation. This distinctive horse breed, never domesticated, was reintroduced into Mongolia’s landscapes in a stirring tale of perseverance and international collaboration. Photo: Wikipedia Commons / Solar OlgaThe Takhi, also known as Przewalski’s Horse, is native to the steppes of central Asia. The Takhi, a symbol of Mongolian heritage, was first scientifically described in the 19th...
Watch: Clever Shelter Dog Escapes Kennel And Tries To Free His Friends, But Then Police Arrive
There are some dog breeds that love a challenge and are great at figuring out puzzles, including how to escape their kennel. Lost Our Home Pet Rescue in Tempe, Arizona, shared a video that has gone viral of a “naughty” yet clever shelter dog escaping from his kennel in the middle of the night. Screenshot: YouTube/Lost Our Home Pet Rescue The escapade took place between around 2am and was captured on the shelter’s security cameras. The footage was posted on the shelter’s Facebook page for everyone to enjoy. Screenshot:...
10 Things to Keep in Mind Before Adopting a Bird
When we head to a shelter to get a pet, we usually end up taking home a cat or dog. (And possibly more than one. Those pleading eyes can get to us.) However, birds that find their way to shelters can be good company, as well. Their care may be a bit more extensive, and their personalities may take some getting used to, but if you know what you’re getting into and are prepared to provide them necessary care, you may consider bringing a bird home, too. This January, which is Adopt a Rescued Bird Month, learn some of the things you need to...
Facing Extinction, Sharks Battle Against Overfishing and Human Neglect
Sharks, the ocean’s ancient guardians, are facing a stark reality. Despite centuries of resilience, they now confront an existential threat, primarily due to human activities. These magnificent creatures are facing critical challenges that current conservation efforts may not be able to overcome. Photo: PexelsOver 30% of shark species are threatened with extinction. Escalating Mortality Rates A recent study paints a distressing picture: shark mortality rates are on the rise globally. Between 2012 and 2019, shark deaths in fisheries...
Hundreds of Manatees Huddle Together In Florida To Stay Warm Amid Chilly Temperatures
Cold temperatures are moving across the country causing people and animals to seek warm shelter. While most would consider 50 degrees mild, it is cold for manatees in Florida. Southwest Florida Water Management District shared a video on Facebook showing hundreds of manatees gathered together at Three Sisters Springs in Crystal River. The sea cows, as they are affectionately called, are huddled together on the newly restored shoreline enjoying the warmer water. Check out the footage below: According to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation...
Brazil’s Atlantic Forest Faces Imminent Collapse, Thousands of Species at Risk
The Atlantic Forest, a unique and biodiverse region in Brazil, is experiencing an ecological crisis due to declining primate populations, crucial for the ecosystem’s health. This crisis can be understood through the lens of “extinction debt,” a concept that captures the delayed effects of past events on current species survival, The Conversation reports. Habitat fragmentation and human-induced changes, including declining primate numbers vital for seed dispersal, are central to this unfolding crisis. Photo: PexelsLess than...
GreaterGood Donated 36,000 Blankets to Ukraine in 2023. Help Us Send More in 2024!
At GreaterGood, your donations always go where they’re needed most so you can help make a true impact on the world. For nearly 25 years, we’ve been giving where it matters for people, pets, and the planet, and we appreciate everything our readers and donors have done to help us in this critical mission. With your help, we’ve now given well over 80 million dollars to various charities in the U.S. and across the globe. One of our most recent projects has been to provide blankets, food, pet food, medical kits, and other...
Malnourished Puppies Suffering From Mange Are Now Thriving Thanks To Your Support
Oklahoma Pet Collective Society received a call about several stray dogs living in deplorable conditions on a rural property in Prue. They arrived to find emaciated puppies missing most of their fur. They were leery of humans, so it took some time to capture them. Their patience paid off and the rescue team was finally able to catch some of the dogs. They named the puppies Dolce and Gabbana who arrived covered in mange and sores and vastly underweight. Photo: Oklahoma Pet Collective Society Thanks to your generous donations, Greater Good...
Woman Fixated On One Cat at Shelter Hears a Meow From Elsewhere That Immediately Captures Her Heart
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 2008, I had two lovable kitties – Mallory (a Maine Coon mix) and Chloe (an elderly tabby). Mallory was a playful girl and much younger than Chloe, who passed away in 2010 at age 18. When Chloe was still alive, Mallory desperately needed a kitty playmate since elderly Chloe was far beyond her playful years at the time. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / Gerhard Bögner My buddy and roomie...
