Texas Family Saves Helpless Baby Bird by Wrapping It In Warm Tortilla
On a typical weekend in Amarillo, Texas, a family found themselves at the heart of an unusual wildlife rescue. Amidst the laughter and splashes of a backyard pool party, they discovered a tiny, helpless baby bird on the ground. With no nest or parents in sight, they quickly improvised to save its life using what they had on hand — a warm tortilla. Photo: PexelsA Texas family found a helpless baby bird in their backyard. A Backyard Surprise The family was enjoying a summer day grilling and swimming when they noticed the small bird lying...
Pepper the Foul-Mouthed Parrot Finds a New Home After 400 Applications
A colorful parrot named Pepper, known for his equally colorful language, has finally found a new home. After a social media post from the Niagara SPCA led to over 400 adoption inquiries, the foul-mouthed bird now resides with Tiffany Turner and her fiancé Tim Sage in Olean, New York. This remarkable story highlights the quirks and charms of Pepper, a white-fronted Amazon parrot, and the journey to his new sanctuary. Photo: PexelsOver 400 people applied to adopt Pepper. A Potty-Mouthed Parrot Pepper first captured public attention when...
NYC’s Beach Drones Under Attack as Birds Fight Back to Protect Nests
New York City’s beaches have recently become a battleground. A fleet of drones, deployed to patrol for sharks and struggling swimmers, has found unexpected adversaries: local shorebirds. These birds, fiercely protective of their nesting grounds, have been attacking the drones since their introduction in May. Veronica Welsh, a wildlife coordinator at the Parks Department, noted the birds’ aggressive behavior. “They will fly at it, they’ll swoop at it, they’ll be vocalizing,” Welsh told Fortune. “They...
Dozens of Dogs & Cats at Overcrowded Southern Shelters Get One-Way Ticket to Freedom
Animal shelters are overcrowded, especially in southern states, and highly adoptable animals are at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space and adopters. The Animal Rescue Site is helping save lives by sponsoring a Good Flight (called Flight to Freedom) every month. This month’s flight will save over 70 dogs and cats from Louisiana and Alabama shelters and fly them to Idaho and Oregon to find loving homes. These life-saving flights are possible thanks to your continued support. Meet some of the precious pets on this flight below and...
Feral Cat Disappears From Neighborhood for Six Months, But Then Returns to Her Favorite Person
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! Jack first came to my house about six years ago. She was scared and hungry and wouldn’t let me near her. PHOTO: PIXABAY / EUGEN PROSKOURIAKOV I started feeding her, and after several months, she was brave enough to show me her five 4-week-old kittens in the backyard. She still wouldn’t let me touch her, though. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY I live-trapped her and the kittens and...
New Research Shows How Nocturnal Ants in Australia Rely on the Moon to Navigate
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, you might be a night foraging ant. Well, new research implies that. A new study conducted by researchers at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, investigated how nocturnal bull ants navigate within darker conditions at night. They leave their nests to forage at twilight and tend to be back home before the sun comes out. Researchers say ants that are active during the day rely on the sun’s polarization patterns for navigation. That consists of polarized light that provides...
Traumatized Llama Gets Fresh Start at Sanctuary & Case of Zoomies with New Friends
A terrified llama named Shakira is slowly starting to trust again after being mistreated for years. Shakira and three other abused llamas were rescued by Pasado’s Safe Haven from a terrible neglect case. The 85-acre sanctuary located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in Washington is home to roughly 200 animals -dogs, cats, and farm animals- rescued from cruelty and neglect situations. @pasados Replying to @user7847277955681 We brought Shakira in from a neglect case along with 3 other #llamas. They were all extremely nervous and...
Save a Pet, Risk a Lawsuit: Iowa’s Missing Good Samaritan Law
Iowa’s pet laws cover many aspects of pet ownership, from leash requirements to rabies vaccinations. However, one critical piece is missing: a Good Samaritan law for rescuing pets from hot cars. Without such a law, well-meaning citizens face potential legal consequences for saving pets in distress. This absence leaves pets vulnerable during Iowa’s hot summers. Photo: PexelsIowa lacks a Good Samaritan law for rescuing pets from hot cars. The Dangers of Hot Cars On a hot day, temperatures inside a car can rise to deadly levels...
Severely Injured Dog Found on Side of Road Needs Our Help to Walk Again
Meet Effie. This one-year-old pup was found unable to move on the side of the road in Romania. A kind person spotted the dog and reached out to SACHE Foundation for help. Photo: SACHE Foundation The poor dog was in excruciating pain when she arrived at the animal hospital. X-rays revealed that two of her legs are badly fractured and she has an injury to her bladder. Photo: SACHE Foundation “Despite the overwhelming odds stacked against her, Effie’s spirit remained unbroken. Her eyes, filled with a mix of pain and hope, conveyed...
The Hidden Danger Women Endure on Morning Dog Walks
Walking a dog should be a peaceful, enjoyable activity. Yet, for many women, it can turn into a frightening experience. This became glaringly apparent when TikToker Peyton Johnson shared her harrowing story. On a seemingly ordinary morning, Peyton was walking a dog she was pet-sitting when she was approached and assaulted by a stranger. Photo: PexelsWomen often face harassment while walking their dogs alone. Peyton’s Scary Encounter Peyton’s TikTok video, which quickly went viral, details the unsettling incident. It was 7 a.m....
