Americans Are Twice As Likely To Own Dogs Over Cats, Study Finds
Are you a cat person or a dog person? This is the common question Compare the Market AU, pet insurance experts, asked thousands of people in USA, Australia, and Canada to see, “what makes dog and cat people tick.” While there is no wrong answer, there was a clear winner when it comes to pets in these three countries – dogs. Photo: Pixabay/Scott The Results The study of over 3,000 people found that dogs are the preferred pet over cats and other animals, especially in USA. The results are in and 58.8% of Americans are...
Axolotl Conservation Efforts Intensify Amidst Rising Threats in Mexico City
The axolotl, a unique amphibian native to the waters of Mexico, now faces a grave threat to its existence. Renowned for its extraordinary regenerative abilities and distinctive features, this creature has become a symbol of biological intrigue and cultural significance. However, alarming statistics reveal a dire situation: in less than two decades, the axolotl population in Lake Xochimilco, Mexico City, has plummeted by an astounding 99.5%,reports Common Dreams. Photo: PexelsAxolotls are a type of salamander native to Mexico. The AdoptAxolotl...
Stray Dog Shot In Head Needs Emergency Surgery To Repair Fractured Jaw And Teeth
Meet Novak. He has endured unimaginable cruelty but remains the sweetest boy. The young chocolate lab was often seen in Colgate, Oklahoma, walking up to the front porch of homes looking for attention, food, and water. He would even approach people on the street for some pats. A concerned citizen and former rescuer reached out to foster-based rescue, A Lab for Life, for help. The rescue was at max capacity at the time but said they would reach out as soon as there was an opening. They asked the person to keep an eye on the dog and they would...
FDA Considers Approval of Groundbreaking Canine Anti-Aging Treatments
The prospect of extending our pets’ lives through medical advancements is gaining momentum, thanks to groundbreaking research in longevity drugs. This emerging field, once relegated to the realms of science fiction, is now at the forefront of veterinary science, offering hope to pet owners worldwide. Photo: PexelsRegular veterinary check-ups are crucial for early detection and treatment of age-related issues in dogs. FDA’s Tentative Nod to Longevity Drugs As reported by the New York Times, a significant development occurred when...
Cat Gets Abandoned and Loses Two Owners to Illness Before Finally Finding His Forever Home
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! The story of Jake the tuxedo kitty is incomplete. When my mom first met him, he was living in a neighbor’s house, a sweet older lady. The story we heard is that Jake lived with a family on Long Island who had him declawed. Somehow, not long after, Jake found himself living on the street, defenseless and abandoned. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / DC ALLEN My mom’s neighbor’s family...
Thousands of Starving Dogs in Greece Search For Scraps At Dump Where Humans Abandoned Them
What was once a public animal shelter is now the public dump in Xanthi, Greece. However, when the shelter closed the remaining dogs were left behind to fend for themselves. Photo: Angel’s Garden They now sleep on piles of trash and dig through garbage for scraps of food to eat. Photo: Angel’s Garden The dogs return to the abandoned kennels in hopes that someone will arrive to rescue them, or at least care for them. Photo: Angel’s Garden A bad problem became worse as the dogs started to multiply and locals from neighboring...
Rising Pollution Levels Threaten Green Sea Turtle Populations with Female-Heavy Imbalance
In the vast blue of the ocean, a crisis is unfolding silently. The green sea turtles, already grappling with the consequences of climate change, are facing a new, insidious threat: pollution. Recent studies reveal a disturbing trend: the reproductive habits of these endangered turtles are being significantly altered due to pollution, particularly heavy metals, leading to a disproportionate number of female hatchlings, reports the Washington Post. This imbalance poses a grave risk to their survival. Photo: PexelsGreen sea turtles are a species...
Rare Sumatran Rhino Calf Born in Indonesia Marks Hope for Endangered Species
In a significant milestone for wildlife conservation, a critically endangered Sumatran rhino was born in the Way Kambas National Park’s Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary, located in Indonesia’s Lampung province. This event marks a crucial step in the fight to save this species from extinction. With the global population of Sumatran rhinos dwindling to around 50, the birth of this male calf, born to parents Delilah and Harapan, sheds a ray of hope on conservation efforts, ABC reports. Photo: PexelsSumatran rhinos are critically endangered,...
Lab Mix Puppy With Swollen Head Due To Embedded Collar Needs Your Help To Recover
Content Warning: graphic image. Meet Polly. The eight-month-old Labrador retriever mix should be running and playing like other puppies, but this sweet pup has endured severe neglect which has resulted in a swollen head. The puppy arrived at Bayou Buddies in Louisiana with an enlarged head due to a deeply embedded collar. She was rushed to the veterinary clinic where the collar was removed, and the deep laceration was cleaned and treated. Photo: Bayou Buddies She was sent to a foster home to recover and at first her swelling started to...
Cat Climbs Under Car Hood, Survives Ride Inside
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! One afternoon when I was leaving work, I got into my car and started it. I went two blocks, and I started hearing a meow sound. I thought it must be a cat from the street, but I went one more block and I could hear the meow with the same intensity. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ENGIN AKYURT “Do I have a cat in my car?” I asked myself. “No, there must be something wrong with it,...
