Woman Wakes Up Every Morning to Feed Wild Foxes
When company shows up at your house in the morning, it is the polite thing to do would be to offer them some breakfast. Many people say that breakfast is the best meal of the day, and Sharon Hughes knows this very well. 56-year-old Hughes has been feeding a family that stops by her home every morning in South Lancashire. It isn’t human friends that are coming by, however; it is a family of foxes. Photos: TikTok / Shazzababie These foxes have been showing up at her home for more than 25 years. She even says that she remembers feeding...
Bunny and Ferret BFFs Don’t Know That ‘They’re Not Supposed to Get Along’
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! No bunny else can say they are bonded with a ferret! Twinkie, my bunny, and his brother from another, Svengoolie aka “Goo,” have been together for the past five years. PHOTO: SUSIE HAY I’m pretty sure Twinkie thinks that Goo is just a funny looking bun. And Goo seems clueless, as well. They groom...
Cat with Star Wars-Themed Name is Asking People to Use The Force to Get Him Adopted
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! May the force be with Grogu and all who read his story! He needs the magic of the energy between all things to help him find his adopter! All of his Alliance siblings have been adopted, leaving him the last rebel searching. PHOTO: THE CAT HOUSE ON THE KINGS He has been through...
Rabbit Rescue Saves 19 Bunnies That Were Released In Florida Neighborhood
Rabbits have been taking over a Florida neighborhood, and volunteers with a rabbit rescue are finally stepping up to help! According to NPR, a resident released lionhead rabbits in their backyard around two years. Since that time, the rabbits bred like – well – rabbits! And rumors have it there are at least 80+ lionhead rabbits running rampant now, though the exact number is hard to know for sure. Photo: Pexels/lil artsy Attempts to rescue the bunnies from the Jenada Isle neighborhood were met with hostility in the past, as local...
Rambunctious Tuxedo Kitty Can’t Understand Why No One’s Adopted Him Yet
Cats make excellent companion animals. Unless they fall seriously ill, they’re not overly expensive to keep as pets, either, and they can be just as affectionate and expressive as dogs — well, some of them can be. Yes, they’re known for their independence and sometimes even ‘tude, but others are downright clingy, following their people everywhere, including the bathroom. Photo: SACatRescue And then there’s 3-year-old Oliver who conveniently falls somewhere in between. Currently being fostered in southern Arizona,...
Assateague Wild Horse Herd Definitively Proven to Be of Spanish Decent
For hundreds of years, wild horses have roamed across the barrier island of Assateague off the coast of Maryland and Virginia, but there’s always been a bit of a mystery as to how they actually wound up there. Last year, a study using ancient DNA extracted from a 16th-century equine molar lent some credence to local folklore circulating (nearly as long as the horses’ residency) that they were marooned there following a Spanish shipwreck sometime in the 1500s. It all started when Nicolas Delsol, a postdoctoral researcher at the...
Annual Veterinary Conference Morphs into Free Clinic for Pets of Denver’s Homeless Population
You likely have a pretty darn good soul to become a veterinarian — at the very least, you have to love animals. That was obvious at this year’s annual convention for the American Veterinary Medical Association when it was turned into a medical drive for the pets of Denver’s homeless population. Conducted in partnership with the city’s Street Dog Coalition (SDC) and several corporate sponsors, the 2023 event allowed citizens to bring in animals to receive free health checks, vaccinations, and needed supplies to take...
Sweet Dog Holds Perfectly Still and Lets Kitten Boop His Nose Repeatedly
Tiny kittens are absolutely irresistible, especially when they’re as fluffy and smol as this one. There’s definitely a reason humans love them so much. Seriously, who could resist giving a kitten precisely what it wants, even if it puts your personal comfort at stake? Photo: Facebook/Flawfycats Of course, dogs and other animals often feel differently about kittens than humans do. After all, they don’t generally get a say in whether a kitten joins their home, and it’s easy for them to wonder what’s going on and...
Immunity and Homeopathy in Dogs – Focus on Nosodes
Homeopathic nosodes are a potent, safe and effective way to help dogs build specific immunity to many major diseases, without the risks and side effects caused by vaccines. Immunity is a hot topic in today’s world, both for ourselves and our dogs. Homeopathic nosodes are a great way to build solid protection against disease. While nosodes can be a confusing topic, knowing something about this wonderful type of homeopathic medicine is well worth the effort. Let’s take a look at what nosodes are, and how they can be used to help...
After Woman Loses Her Best Friend to Cancer, New Kitten Helps Her Through Her Grief
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! In October, I lost my best friend to cancer. Her sister ended up fostering a bunch of kittens for our shelter because they were overflowing. PHOTO: AMBIA ABRAHAM Once I saw his perfect little orange face, there was no way I could say no. I really wish my friend could see how happy we are together, and she...
Tennessee Tree Hound Could Bring a Whole “Lotta” Love into His New Furever Home
If you need a whole Lotta love in your life, the Pima Animal Care Center has got the perfect dog for you!! Lotta was found as a stray hiding under a cargo container, and while he’s appreciative of having a soft bed and reliable meals in the shelter, he’d really like to get into a home and start learning all about being a part of a family. Lotta is a sensitive fella and needs time to warm up to new people. He’ll need a patient family who will give him time to adjust to a new environment and who will show him what it’s...
Document Shows Joe Bidens’ German Shepherd Attacked Secret Service Personnel Multiple Times
Joe Bidens’ dog, Commander, has been living at the White House since he was a puppy. However, recent documents revealed that the dog has attacked secret service personnel on multiple occasions over the past few months. According to 196-page document released by Homeland Security, Bidens’ German Shepherd Commander was involved in 10 aggressive incidents between December 14, 2021 and the present. Photo: Pexels/Aaron Kittredge The documents show text message and email exchanges regarding Commander’s bites and attacks. None of...
Got a Minute? Lola Needs Your Help with a Very Solvable Problem
Meet Lola! In addition to being a unique beauty, Lola has an equally unique personality. She’s certainly a delight to meet, according to those who have! A tiny ball of love, she never stays still, but that does not change the insatiable need for affection she has. Photo: SACatRescue Adoptable Cats Purring and rubbing against your legs in the first seconds of meeting her, Lola’s sunny disposition and cheerful outlook on life never dim. She would even be happy to be held all day long, though she does not seem to understand that...
Saguaro Cactus Can’t Take the Heat but There’s No Way to Escape the Kitchen
The record-breaking heatwave the country is experiencing has new victims to add to the growing list of living beings adversely affected. Arizona’s saguaro cacti are leaning, losing arms, and even falling over during the state’s nonstop streak of scorching heat, a scientist stated recently. Saguaro are very slow-growing cactus. A 10-year-old plant might only be 1.5 inches tall. Saguaro can eventually grow to be anywhere between 40-60 feet in height. When rain is plentiful, and saguaros are fully hydrated, they can weigh between...
Miranda Lambert Says “Goodbye” To Her Beloved Dog Thelma In Emotional Post
Dogs make our live whole, so when it is time for them to cross the Rainbow Bridge a part of us leaves with them. Miranda Lambert, award-winning country music singer/songwriter, rescued two Great Pyrenees in 2016 and named them “Thelma and Louise”. The dogs were adopted in Dallas, Texas, and took a 10-hour road trip with the singer on her bus all the way to her home in Nashville to “watch over one of my happiest places on earth.” She instantly fell in love with the pups. For the past eight years, they have protected the...
Study Warns Extreme Heat and Pollution Doubles Heart Attack Risk
As heat waves and wildfire smoke continue to wreak havoc in parts of the United States, a concerning new study has emerged, warning us of the potential health risks posed by the combination of extreme heat and high levels of pollution. Doctors are sounding the alarm, urging people to pay close attention to their heart health, especially those residing in areas with elevated pollution levels. The study, published in the journal Circulation, has revealed a shocking finding – exposure to extreme heat and particle pollution can double the...
Oregon Firefighters Rescue Lost Dog While Battling Golden Wildfire
Oregon firefighters are battling 22 active wildfires burning across the state. Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District dispatched some of their team to fight the Golden Fire in Klamath County near Bly Mountain and discovered a dog in need of rescuing. The Golden Fire started on Saturday and has already burned 2,500 acres. Klamath Falls News reported, “43 single primary residences and 43 outbuildings were destroyed by the fire” and the fire is only 9% contained. Photo: Pixabay People evacuated the area as the fire made its way toward...
House Call Vets — Why to Consider Having One
While it’s important to maintain a relationship with a local veterinary clinic, a house call practice can take a lot of stress out of your dog or cat’s wellness visits. Visiting the vet usually isn’t very enjoyable. Struggling to get your kitty into the carrier, cleaning up stress vomit in the car, and seeing your four-legged friend feeling anxious at the clinic can make the experience extremely unpleasant for all involved. Veterinary visits are an important part of your dog or cat’s healthcare, but utilizing a house...
Chatty Cat Walks Into Home After Being Abandoned, Never Leaves
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Grey adopted us four years ago at about age eight. PHOTO: SHERI MORPHIS Someone from our senior park moved and left him. One day, he came through our kitty door in our kitchen, was very upset and told us so! SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY We were able to comfort him and found he was not only very loving, but very...
Paul McCartney Adopts Rescue Dog And Gives Him A Forever Home
Paul McCartney is no stranger to being in the news and making headlines. This time, he’s in the news for something unrelated to the Beatles or music. Instead, he’s making headlines for adopting a rescue dog! The LA-based nonprofit Labelle Foundation rescues abandoned or stray dogs with medical or special needs and places them in forever homes. Photo: Flickr/Raph_PH License: CC BY 2.0 According to CNN, Los Angeles does have a stray dog problem, but it has lowered its kill rate significantly, giving more dogs a chance to find homes....
