As the War in Ukraine Continues, You’ve Helped Us Keep Looking After Pets in Need
In the 20 months since Russia invaded Ukraine, much of the country’s infrastructure has been destroyed, a third of the population has been forced to flee their homes, and the UN Refugee Agency estimates at least 17.6 million Ukrainians have been in need of humanitarian aid this year. Along with the people impacted are their pets, and with your help, we’ve been able to ensure animals have been getting what they need, too. PHOTO: GREATERGOOD / NINA YEVTUSHENKO Through collaboration with Greater Good Charities and local organizations...
14-Year-Old Cat in UK Just Broke Record For Loudest Purr
Bella, a 14-year-old moggie cat from Huntingdon, UK, has earned the Guinness World Records for the loudest purring domestic cat (living). She has a big voice, and she is not afraid to use it. Screenshot: YouTube/Guinness World Records Her mom, Nicole Spink, told Guinness World Records, “She purrs all day long! If there’s food around, or cuddles, she always purrs. Also when watching TV – she likes to be loud with television.” Wherever she goes she purrs, even at the vet. Screenshot: YouTube/Guinness World Records Nicole...
Customs Officers Seize $1 Million Worth of Endangered Totoaba: Second-Largest Seizure in Arizona
Customs officers at the San Luis Port of Entry in Arizona seized an astonishing $1 million worth of a highly sought-after and endangered fish, the totoaba. This marks the second-largest seizure of its kind in the state, with illegal fishing being one of the major factors contributing to the decline of the protected totoaba population. Totoaba, scientifically known as Totoaba macdonaldi, is a species of fish that has been swimming in troubled waters since it was first listed as an endangered species back in 1979, reports AZFamily. These...
When Bees Murder Their Queen: Learn More About Queen Balling
Honeybees are one of the most important species on our planet because of their significant contributions to the pollination of food-bearing plants and the creation of honey and beeswax that humans use for food and other products. In fact, bees are responsible for a whopping one out of every four bites of food we take in. In recent years, there’s been a significant concern raised about the ways in which humans are endangering our bee friends. Pesticides like neonicotinoids, for example, are harming bee populations. Clearcutting,...
Pet-Sitting Apps: Convenience or Risk for Your Furry Friends?
Pet owners who lead busy lives and travel frequently can often find themselves in need of reliable pet care. Many turn to pet-sitting apps like Rover to ease their worries and ensure their furry friends receive the care they need while they’re away. These platforms promise a convenient solution by connecting pet parents with potential sitters and dog walkers. However, not all apps live up to the promise. Is it really worth getting a pet sitter through an app? Recent stories from frustrated pet parents may change your mind, but there are...
Help Sweet Kitten With Fractured Jaw Get The Oral Surgery She Needs
Meet Lena. The 5-month-old kitten was found barely surviving by a volunteer for the Tampa Bay rescue, Rescue Pets of Florida. She arrived with a fractured jaw and was unable to open her mouth to eat. Lena weighed just 1.8 pounds and the rescue rushed her to the emergency clinic to be examined. Even though she was in pain and clearly starving, she purred the entire time like she knew she was finally going to get the help she needed. Photo: Rescue Pets of Florida The rescue shared, “Lena is full of energy and a purr machine! She eats 4...
Support the Adrenal Glands with Adaptogenic Mushrooms!
The adrenal glands help to regulate critical body systems. They’re part of the endocrine system, so they play a role in managing the stress response in dogs and cats. For companion animals, stress can come from environmental factors, emotional triggers, physical activity, and trauma. Helping our dogs and cats to manage stress can help them live longer and healthier lives, so how can pet parents support the adrenal glands? With adaptogenic mushrooms, of course! The Role of the Adrenal Glands and Pituitary Gland The adrenal glands produce...
Australian Man Rescues His Dog from a ‘Jacked’ Kangaroo in Dramatic Showdown
In a heart-pounding encounter along the banks of the Murray River in Victoria, Australia, Mick Moloney, an Australian man with a background in mixed martial arts and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, displayed an incredible act of courage. Moloney’s, Hutchy, found himself in a life-threatening situation, trapped in a headlock by a powerful, six-foot-tall kangaroo. This remarkable incident was also captured on video, and Moloney’s determination to save his beloved pet has been praised by many around the world. Photo: PexelsKangaroos are...
Continuing education credit now available with these popular courses and webcasts
We’re excited to share that two popular self-paced courses on Maddie’s® University now carry continuing education credits from the Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) program of the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB), in addition to several webcasts: The Journey You Own: Practices for Well-being and Productivity (4 hours of RACE credit) It’s time to break free from the draining cycle of reactive responses and embrace a more dynamic and fulfilling path. In this immersive...
Mama Cat Has Rough Delivery But Sticks Around Long Enough to Make Sure Her Kittens Will Be Okay
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! Very early this spring, a pregnant cat showed up at our home that we’re restoring. We currently live 16 miles away but have our camper at this home for times when we can stay overnight. It was still cool, sometimes cold at night, and on the nights when she wanted to stay inside, I let her, since I would be there early the next day to let her out. We also had food, water, and a...
Wildcats Released Into Scottish Highlands in Ongoing Effort to Save Species From Extinction
Scottish wildcats, the only member of the cat family native to Britain that can still be found there, were once common throughout Britain. However, due to persecution and habitat loss, their range steadily got smaller until there was only a small segment left, in northwest Scotland. Despite their challenges, a recent release has many optimistic about the critically endangered species’ future. Through the multi-agency Saving Wildcats project, 19 wildcats were released this summer into Cairngorms National Park and Cairngorms Connect...
Bedbugs Are Making A Comeback in Europe and the U.S.
Good night, sleep tight, and don’t let “les punaises des lits” bite. In recent months, the resurgence of bedbugs in Europe has been making headlines, sparking panic and prompting discussions. Though Paris has been the epicenter of this resurgence, this is not just a French problem; it’s a regional and global issue. Understanding the causes and effects of this unwelcome revival will be important to developing effective solutions. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / CDC/ Donated by the World Health Organization, Geneva,...
Shelter Dog Who Spent His Days Staring Out Window Finally Finds Loving Home
Animal shelters are using social media to share their adoptable pets and catch the eye of adopters. The extended reach of social media has helped a sweet dog named Steven Tyler find his forever home. Bradshaw Animal Shelter in Sacramento, California, posted a video of a the 2-year-old dog staring out the window of his kennel on Instagram with the caption, “Every day, this dog waits at the animal shelter like this for someone to come adopt him.” The adorable dog arrived on July 25 and was starting to wonder if his person would ever...
Avoid These Reusable Magnetic Water Balloons to Protect Your Family and Pets from Harm
As sustainability and environmental protection become more and more relevant to our daily lives, lots of people are turning to products like reusable water balloons to continue to have their summertime fun without creating as much trash and environmental hazard as one would with normal water balloons. Traditional single-use water balloons, especially because we tend to use so many of them at once, are a great waste of latex or other plastics, and their remains can pollute water ways, clutter up public places with litter, and be a danger to...
Bobby Flay Heartbroken Over the Death of His Beloved Cat, Nacho
Cats are part of the family and make our lives whole. Renowned chef, Bobby Flay, shared his beloved feline named Nacho with the world through social media. The charismatic orange Maine Coon won the hearts of Flay’s fans and even had his own Instagram page. He was featured on Flay’s social media nearly as much as food. The chef founded Made by Nacho, cat-crafted cat food, to ensure all felines get the food and nutrition they need. When Nacho wasn’t busy entertaining his fans or collaborating on cat food, he was cuddled next...
Urgent Plea To Help Injured Husky At Risk Of Euthanasia Answered By Houston Animal Shelter
Meet Panchito. The young husky mix arrived at Harris County municipal shelter unable to put weight on his hind left leg and in need of immediate medical care. The overcrowded shelter did not have the resources to care for Panchito, so they put out a plea for help. He was at risk of euthanasia due to his injuries that were causing him pain, if help did not arrive. Houston Humane Society came to the rescue. Photo: Houston Humane Society They told us, “We knew that bringing him into our care would give us the option to explore what avenues...
The Vanishing Mountain Chicken Frog May Be The Fastest Case Of Extinction Ever Recorded
The Caribbean island of Dominica was once a place where the sound of the male mountain chicken frog’s call filled the air. These frogs were so numerous that they were cooked as a national dish, a delicacy enjoyed by both locals and tourists. However, fast forward two decades, and this once-prolific species has virtually vanished from the island. The startling speed of this decline has left scientists in shock, as it ranks among the fastest recorded extinctions of a wild animal in history. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / TimVickersThe...
Rare All-White Killer Whale ‘Frosty’ Amazes Marine Biologists in Monterey Bay
Encountering a rare and unique creature can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Such a remarkable sighting in Monterey Bay has left marine biologists and wildlife enthusiasts astounded. A distinctive all-white killer whale, nicknamed “Frosty,” was spotted in the company of its fellow orcas during a hunting expedition, KSBW reports. After video was posted online, this extraordinary occurrence has since captivated the attention of the public and scientists alike. Photo: YouTube / KSBW Action News 8 A rare genetic condition known as...
Big, Fluffy ‘Avalanche of a Dog’ Finally Has Room to Roam After a Life in a Crate
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! Alpha came to me from a Facebook post two years ago. A friend of mine spotted the post and called us about this dog available for adoption. He was billed as a Husky/Great Pyrenees mix and an emotional support dog. I told my friend I was interested and arranged a meet and greet at her house that was 12 miles away. PHOTO: MICHAEL ATKINS He was an avalanche of a dog, and I fell in love with...
21 Species Lost, Ecosystems at Risk as Biodiversity Crisis Escalates
Recent news from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has brought a grim announcement to the forefront of conservation efforts. The agency has finalized a rule that removed 21 species from the list of threatened and endangered species under the Endangered Species Act due to extinction. “My heart breaks over the loss of these 21 species,” said Noah Greenwald, endangered species director at the Center for Biological Diversity. “These plants and animals can never be brought back. We absolutely must do everything we can to avert...
