Best Friends Teams Up With ABC’s The Golden Bachelor To Give Senior Pets A Second Chance At Love
Gerry Turner, 72, is ABC’s first Golden Bachelor who is hoping for a second chance to find love. He shares his home with a senior dog and hopes to find someone to enjoy life with. But he’s not the only one looking for love in his “golden years”. Best Friends Animal Society decided to team up with ABC to promote some of their senior dogs and cats looking for a second chance. They are going to waive adoption fees for senior pets starting on the debut night of The Golden Bachelor (September 28) through November 30. The...
Mysterious Dog-Fox Hybrid ‘Dogxim’ Is World First
In 2021, an injured animal was brought to an animal rehabilitation center in southern Brazil. At first glance, it appeared to be a dog. As veterinarians delved deeper into its behavior and genetic makeup, they uncovered an astonishing secret — it was the world’s first known dog-fox hybrid, aptly named ‘Dogxim.’ Photo: Facebook / Le Double Expresso RTL2Dogxim is the world’s first documented dog-fox hybrid. The Bizarre Encounter While Dogxim barked like a dog, it sported long, fox-like ears and exhibited behaviors...
Senior Lab Mix Finally Finds Her Person After Nearly 10 Years In Shelter
A black Labrador retriever mix named Bean has spent most of her life (nearly 10 years) at Animal Refuge Center in Fort Myers, Florida. She needed a home without children and someone who would give her time and space to adjust to her new surroundings. While staff and volunteers did their best to spoil her at the shelter, it didn’t compare to having a loving home and a family of her own. Her profile told a little more about the 11-year-old. It states, “Bean is an extremely loving, affectionate and intelligent girl. She knows many...
New Pangolin Species Offers Hope Amidst Extinction Crisis
In the world of wildlife, few creatures are as enigmatic and endangered as pangolins. These unique, scaly mammals have long been victims of relentless poaching and trafficking, pushing them to the brink of extinction. However, there’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon – the recent discovery of a mysterious pangolin species, previously unknown to science. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Rachad sanoussiPangolins are the only mammals covered in protective keratin scales, similar to human fingernails. Pangolins: The World’s Most...
Dire Threats in the Gulf of Mexico as Rice’s Whale Faces Extinction
In the vast expanse of the Gulf of Mexico, where offshore oil rigs and a thriving oil industry dominate the waters, a remarkable discovery emerged – Rice’s whale. This newfound species, also known as the Gulf of Mexico whale, has sent shockwaves through the scientific community and triggered a fierce legal battle pitting environmental conservation against fossil fuel interests. With just around 50 individuals remaining, Rice’s whale stands as one of the planet’s most endangered marine mammals. This is the story of how...
Baby Elephant Separated From Its Mother Fends Off Lions In Kruger National Park
People come from all over the world to see the animals who call Kruger National Park in South Africa home. Visitors are never disappointed, and one recently captured a moment so rare that even guides have never witnessed it. A baby elephant was separated from its mother when she hurried across a road. As the little one tried to catch up to its mother it found itself face to face with three lions. Brent Schnupp, a paramedic firefighter from Virginia, was the lucky guy who recorded the unbelievable encounter and shared the story with Latest...
Human Animal Support Services (HASS) Releases Community Values Survey Results
(AUSTIN, TX) September 28, 2023–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project revolutionizing the animal welfare industry by cultivating a movement toward uniting the human and animal welfare approach, is sharing the preliminary results collected from its Community Values Survey. The survey, facilitated by the HASS Data and Research team, is the first step in introducing what the average citizen’s values are in relation to the human-animal bond and how it applies directly to animal welfare. “The HASS...
Online Tool Helps Identify Top Pet Toxins
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Cat That Was Hit by a Truck Miraculously Escapes Uninjured, Now She’s Looking for a Home
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! What do we love about super heroes? Well, one thing might be the fact that the same harm that would kill us doesn’t kill them and barely slows them down. We wish for the power to not be affected by pain, to heal with the speed of light, to keep going without the stress from...
Cat That Went Missing Over the Summer Finds His Way Home for the Holidays
The following story was an entrant in the Tales of Summer Tails Photo and Story 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! Reese is an indoor/outdoor cat that enjoys hanging out at a pool, even stepping onto a wet pool ledge to drink! Reese will walk down to the pool with me and chase flying insects and butterflies, or simply lay around and watch me swim. PHOTO: DEBORAH LYNCH One time, Reese started pacing back and forth, meowing,...
‘Forever Chemicals’ Contaminate Every Continent, Endangering Wildlife Worldwide
The menace of “forever chemicals” is wreaking havok on our natural world. While the impact of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on human health is well-documented, a recent study has revealed the alarming toll these toxic compounds are taking on wildlife across the globe. Photo: PexelsPFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, have profound effects on wildlife. PFAS: An Unseen Peril What are PFAS? PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are synthetic fluorinated chemicals that have been manufactured since the...
7 Dog Breeds Prone To Deafness
Deaf Dog Awareness week is always the last full week of September. Deafness in dogs is more common than you may realize, especially among certain breeds. Dr. George M. Strain, former veterinarian and researcher at the School of Veterinary Medicine at Louisiana State University, discovered, “8% of all dogs in the US are bilaterally deaf and 22% are unilaterally deaf”. Photo: Pixabay Any dog can have congenital deafness (present at birth or shortly after) but breeds with white pigmentations are at a higher risk. Multiple studies...
Nature’s Witnesses to Nuclear History: These Animals Still Carry Radiation
The echoes of humanity’s nuclear legacy resonate far and wide, leaving an indelible mark on some of the most unsuspecting creatures across the globe. From the lush Pacific waters of Enewetak Atoll to the dense forests of Bavaria, the chilling consequences of nuclear testing and disasters are surfacing in the animal kingdom. As National Geographic reports, four animals in particular—Sea Turtles of Enewetak Atoll, Wild Boars of Bavaria, Reindeer of Norway, and Macaques of Japan—carry a radioactive legacy. Photo:...
Data Insight: Microchips Work and They Could Work Better (Part II)
Does your shelter know how much of your lost/stray intake has a microchip already when it arrives? Many shelters don’t know, but this small data detail can offer big benefits in improving your Return to Home (RTH) rates. A key point to this article is that while we tend to focus on their intended end result—more happy stories of families reconnected with beloved lost pets—microchips, and the data associated with them, are also useful in managing shelter operations. Readers should also note that this post can be applied...
Is There a Connection Between Diet and Dementia in Dogs?
Also called canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD), dementia in dogs is a common disorder among seniors. Here’s how to recognize the signs in your own dog, and how diet may help support her brain as she ages. If your dog is getting old, you may have seen changes in her behavior. Perhaps she’s gradually losing her house training, is more lethargic than usual, or sometimes seems lost and confused. She may have canine dementia, more accurately termed canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD). This article takes a comprehensive look at CCD and...
Husband and Wife Build Elaborate Catio, and Their Cats Can’t Get Enough of It
The following story was an entrant in the Tales of Summer Tails Photo and Story 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! We have several kitties in our fur family who love the great outdoors, but we chose not to allow them to roam our neighborhood. Instead, my husband and I decided to add a “catio” to our backyard garden. PHOTO: JULIA VIGER We made short work of designing it. It has plenty of room for garden seating...
Kitten Has ‘Accident’ When She First Meets New Human, Who Takes Her Home Anyway
The following story was an entrant in the Tales of Summer Tails Photo and Story 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! This is my special little tabby cat I named Little Shitz. You may be wondering why I named such a sweet, innocent-looking kitty that. PHOTO: ANGELA ARTHURS Well, she was brought home to me as a stray that had wandered into a tractor supply and repair shop. I couldn’t resist picking her up and holding...
Yellowstone Grizzly Bear Sprints Away From Charging Animal In Rare Footage Captured By Guide
Grizzly bears are fierce predators who rarely back down to another animal. However, there are instances when the bear’s survival instincts kick in and it realizes it is better to run than fight. Bo Welden, a guide for Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures, witnessed a rare moment during one of his tours and captured it on video. He took to Instagram to share the amazing footage and asked, “What animal do grown grizzly bears run from?” Some of his followers guessed another grizzly bear, pack of wolves, wolverine, moose, and even...
What Causes Hearing Loss in Dogs?
The last full week of September is National Deaf Dog Awareness Week. Veterinarians shed light on the causes, challenges, benefits, and how to spot a dog experiencing hearing loss. Deaf dogs make great pets who are trainable through visual cues and some even compete in dog sports. Read on to learn what causes hearing loss and signs your dog may be experiencing it. Photo: Pixabay What Causes Deafness in Dogs? American Kennel Club shares that deafness in dogs is either inherited or acquired. “It is estimated that about 5 to 10 percent of...
USFWS Proposes Vital Protections for Imperiled Salamander Mussel
The United States Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) has proposed federal protections for the salamander mussel, a small freshwater bivalve facing challenges across its habitat range spanning 14 states, from New York to southwest Arkansas. While the salamander mussel may not capture headlines like other charismatic species, it plays a significant role in maintaining the health of our rivers and streams. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Magnus HagdornThe salamander mussel is currently facing the risk of extinction. A Species in Peril The...
