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...
8 Reasons to Try Grass Seed Cat Litter
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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...
You’ve Helped Us Get More Than 46,000 Winter Kits to Ukraine, One Family Has Shared Their Story
Next month, the war in Ukraine will have been going on for two full years, forever changing the lives of millions of Ukrainians. According to the UN Refugee Agency, in addition to 6.2 million people fleeing the country for safety, 5.1 million are internally displaced within Ukraine and many other residents are living in damaged homes or buildings that lack access to water, electricity, and heating. In all, 17.6 million Ukrainians were estimated to be in need of humanitarian aid in 2023. With your help, we’ve been responding where we...
San Diego Zoo’s Critical Mission to Save Koalas from Deadly Retrovirus in Race Against Extinction
In the verdant eucalyptus forests of Australia, koalas are engaged in a silent battle for survival against an invisible foe: the Koala Retrovirus (KoRV). It’s a war that the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA) has joined with vigor and innovation. KoRV, unique to koalas, has emerged as a key player in their declining health. Belonging to the Retroviridae family, its most notorious subtype, KoRV-A, is found universally in northern koala populations and variably in the south. Photo: PexelsKoalas face habitat loss due to urban...
Keeping Dogs Safe with GPS Fences
You can create a GPS fence with a location tracking collar to help keep an eye on your dog’s whereabouts and get an alert if they leave the area where they’re supposed to be. Does your four-legged family include an escape artist or dog who loves to wander off? Fences can be a great way to keep some dogs put, but others will jump, dig, or do anything to jailbreak themselves from backyard prison. Although pet parents can’t watch their dogs 24 hours a day, modern technology makes it easier than ever to keep an eye on their...
Innovative Technologies Promoted By U.S. President Could Be the Last Hope for North Atlantic Right Whales
The North Atlantic right whale, a species teetering on the brink of extinction, has become a focal point of conservation efforts. With only about 360 individuals left, including fewer than 70 reproductively active females, the situation is dire. The Biden-Harris Administration, recognizing the urgency, has announced a partnership to develop protection technologies for these whales, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Moira Brown and New England AquariumNorth Atlantic right whales are one of the most endangered...
The staff training & leadership development Resource Drive has begun!
We’re kicking off 2024 with another member-suggested resource drive focused on staff training & leadership development. A Forum member suggested the topic saying: “Some animal shelter professionals have traveled an unconventional career path or move up through the ranks on the merits of their dedication, focus and natural talent, but without a lot of traditional business experience for acquiring skills such as strategic planning, budgeting, public speaking, etc. I’d love to see roadmaps of how other shelters develop...
Shelter That Mostly Cares for Cats Gets a Surprise When Eight Puppies Are Abandoned There
This story was submitted by our shelter friend The Cat House on the Kings. The Cat House on the Kings saves pets’ lives in the Fresno County, California area, and the Animal Rescue Site is proud to share their stories. You can learn more about their work here! Being The Cat House on the Kings, we weren’t planning on a “puppy party” for the holidays, but boy did we get one! PHOTO: THE CAT HOUSE ON THE KINGS When staff arrived for their early early shift to begin all the cat care at our sanctuary, their hearts sank when...
Six Ducks Abandoned in Neighborhood with No Water Nearby
This story comes from our friends Burge Bird Rescue. Burge Bird Rescue, located in south Kansas City, Missouri, helps over 300 birds every year from several states. They are affiliated with Burge Bird Services, a veterinary practice that cares for birds exclusively. Learn more about them here! A lot of ducks are abandoned every year when people realize that those cute little baby ducklings grow up to be very messy! The interesting thing about this duck rescue story is that they were found in a south Kansas City neighborhood with no pond nor...
Chickens Kept in Filthy, Tiny Cage Rescued, Now Have Plenty of Room to Roam
This story comes from our friends Burge Bird Rescue. Burge Bird Rescue, located in south Kansas City, Missouri, helps over 300 birds every year from several states. They are affiliated with Burge Bird Services, a veterinary practice that cares for birds exclusively. Learn more about them here! Nobody regulates how chickens have to be kept. Some feed stores and hatcheries will sell hens to anyone who shows up with money, whether that buyer knows how to care for them or not. Tiny coops are sold with no recommendations as to how many birds can...
South Korea’s Historic Dog Meat Ban Rescues Hundreds of Thousands of Animals from Slaughter
South Korea’s parliament has recently enacted n historic law that will outlaw the production and sale of dog meat by 2027. This decision marks a significant turn in the nation’s approach to animal rights and its cultural practices. Photo: PexelsSouth Korea’s ban marks a significant cultural shift away from a centuries-old tradition. Dog meat consumption in South Korea, a practice dating back centuries, has long been associated with cultural beliefs and traditions. It was traditionally consumed during the hottest days of...
How Sound Mapping Technology Is Saving Endangered Species from Poachers
In the dense foliage of the world’s rainforests and sprawling savannas, a silent war is being waged against wildlife poaching. At its forefront is an innovative tool: sound mapping. This novel approach is revolutionizing conservation efforts, offering a means to combat the ever-growing threat to endangered species such as jaguars in South America and forest elephants in Central Africa. Photo: PexelsSound mapping uses acoustic sensors to monitor natural habitats. The Mechanics of Sound Mapping Sound mapping harnesses the power of...
Over 60 Homeless Dogs & Cats Will Board Flight To Freedom For New Beginning In Wisconsin
With your support, we plan to make 2024 the best year yet for pets, people, and the planet. We are starting by sponsoring a Good Flight (called Flight to Freedom) that will carry 58 dogs and 14 cats out of overcrowded shelters in Louisiana and Alabama and fly them to open kennels in Wisconsin. Animal shelters are struggling with increased intakes of pets and a decrease of adopters. Dogs and cats arrive daily, and the shelters are already at capacity. Greater Good Charities’ Good Flights swoops in and rescues shelter pets and gives them...
Tragic End for Green Sea Turtle Squirt Linked to Massive Decline of Marine Species
In the harsh expanse of the ocean, the journey of a tiny green sea turtle named Squirt ended in tragedy, echoing the dire situation of many marine species today. Rescued from Manzanita Beach and cared for at the Oregon Coast Aquarium, Squirt’s demise speaks volumes about the threats facing these majestic creatures. Photo: PexelsSea turtles face critical threats from plastic pollution in oceans. Struggle Against the Odds: The Harsh Reality of Stranding Squirt, a mere 22 pounds and much smaller than her kin, was found in a state of...
Tigers in Peril As Bangladesh Shifts to Top Consumer in Illegal Trade
Bangladesh, once a primary source of illegal tiger parts, has transformed alarmingly into a major consumer and transit hub in the global tiger trade. This transformation threatens the existence of tigers, particularly the endangered Bengal tiger, and highlights a critical issue in wildlife conservation. Photo: PexelsBangladesh has shifted from a source to a major consumer in the illegal tiger trade. Bangladesh’s Growing Role in Tiger Trade Recent studies reveal a startling shift in Bangladesh’s role in tiger poaching and...
Healthy Holiday Recipes You Can Share with Your Dog or Cat
Include your dog or cat in your holiday celebrations with these festive recipes made from healthy ingredients. The holiday season is almost upon us again! Along with all the gift shopping and decorating, it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to serve family and friends —including your four-legged companions — at holiday meals and parties. Looping your dog or cat into the celebrations by treating them to a special meal or treat will help them feel included during this busy and sometimes stressful time of...
Tiny Kitten Overcomes Serious Eye Infection, Gains the Name ‘Miracle’
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! I was looking for a kitten to keep my rescued kitten company, and one of my students said, “I have a kitten. My dad dug it out of our walk.” She called her dad, and he met me at the school at the end of the day with a towel around the saddest little kitten I had ever seen. PHOTO: DAWN BARBOZA He said his neighbor heard it crying and wasn’t able to find it. They found it...
An Eggs-ceptional Finding: Humans Can Understand Chicken Emotions
When we’re with our dogs or cats, we may feel like we speak each other’s language… or at least that we get the gist of certain vocalizations. Could we also understand what farm animals are trying to communicate? Maybe, for one species. Researchers at the University of Queensland recently tested how well humans could decode the emotions behind chicken vocalizations, in positive situations involving treats and negative situations. The findings, published in Royal Society Open Science, show we’re not eggs-actly experts,...
Emergency Response Needed For Outdoor Animals Ahead of Freezing Temps this Weekend
We need your help this week! The Austin and surrounding areas are expected to reach freezing temperatures this weekend so outdoor animals need help by this Sunday! Here’s how you can support them NOW. Sign up as an emergency response dog foster. Our first priority is to get the outdoor enclosure animals at the APA! Town Lake shelter in warm homes. We have 230 dogs who immediately need a warm place to stay. There are options our foster team will discuss with you, whether you can only help for short periods at a time or have more...
