Unused COVID Meds Meant for Humans Earmarked for Cats in Cyprus as Thousands Die
According to a piece in The Guardian, unused medicines will be made available through veterinarians after a COVID-19 outbreak has wreaked havoc among Cyprus’s robust feline population. Cats have been dying by the thousands from feline Covid there, officials noted. So, the government gave them the green light to use the medications, which was said to be in line with a recommendation from the agriculture ministry. Photo: Pixabay/AmberShadow Feline Coronavirus Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), which is a variant of the coronavirus, has...
Abandoned Husky Cries on the Street for Help in Ukraine Until Someone Steps Forward
A beautiful husky girl living in Ukraine was recently spotted tied to a pole in front of a cafe. There was no note, no food, no water, and no supplies left with her, and she’d been tied up since early morning before one of the cafe workers finally reached out to Love Furry Friends Rescue for help. It was getting late in the day, and the dog had been crying for hours, likely wondering when her person would return for her. In a video of the situation, you can see people just walk past her and ignore her desperate pleas. While the breed is...
Protective German Shepherd Fosters Adorable Abandoned Ducklings
An extremely protective German Shepherd took on a clutch of abandoned ducklings to tuck under his large, furry wing and became their surrogate dad when they needed him most. Not long ago, a dog named Ben living in New Zealand had a brief friendship with a mama duck that flew the coop unexpectedly, leaving their newly-hatched ducklings unattended. Photo: Pixabay/mristenpart Protective Dog Breeds Ben and the sweet little brood immediately bonded, and before he knew it, he was spending most of his time watching over them as they slept, ate,...
Foster a Pup…Save A Life!
Aug 03, 2023 German Shepherd pup Wile E. Coyote was deeply in need of help when he arrived at Austin Pets Alive! (APA!). He was so emaciated that he could not stand or walk. Then Katie Plunkard entered his world and decided to foster the shy, sweet-faced puppy. “This sweet boy was my first foster experience and, boy, was it more than I bargained for. He was in such rough shape but the payoff in watching him overcome it all and get back to 100% has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life,” she said. Under her diligent...
Over 260 Cats & Dogs Get Second Chance On Special “Clear The Shelters” Flight
It takes a village… 193 cats and 76 dogs left overcrowded shelters in Alabama, Florida, and Louisiana and flew to freedom in New Jersey and New Hampshire. The Clear the Shelters Good Flight carried many overlooked and at-risk pets like adult cats, large dogs, and heartworm-positive dogs. They will now get the medical care they need and then find a loving home. This lifesaving flight was made possible due in part to your support, so thank you! Photo: Greater Good Charities The shelter pets were loaded onto the plane in Florida during...
Maddie’s Insights returns next month featuring the social behavior of cats in group housing at shelters
Little is known about the social behavior of cats living in group housing at shelters. In a series of studies, Dr. Malini Suchak and her research team at Canisius University recorded all the social behavior occurring between cats living in group housing and compared cats who were introduced at the shelter versus those who were surrendered together. They then followed up by specifically examining social behavior between cats who were labeled as bonded pairs or adopted together. Cats who were labeled as bonded pairs had a longer time to...
Rescue Dog Helps Man Recover After Open Heart Surgery
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 November 2018, we adopted Jupiter from Four Legged Ranch. Jupiter came into our lives at a time that the unconditional love of a dog was needed the most. PHOTO: RICK AND TERRI SLOAN In September of that year, my husband had open heart surgery. The surgery went well, but within three days, due to another health...
Rescuers Save Old Dog Dying From Mange On The Streets
Mange can be a serious condition in dogs, especially if left untreated. For those pups with mange who get help, it can take months to recover. When rescuers with Animal Aid Unlimited in India saw Petey on the streets, they knew they couldn’t leave him to suffer any longer. Photo: YouTube/Animal Aid Unlimited, India The rescue shared on YouTube that Petey was an elderly street dog who was covered in scabs and wounds from his mange. Beyond that, he was suffering from a wound on his leg and a severely infected eye. They wrote, “This...
Handsome Kitty Onyx Needs a Patient Home with Understanding Humans to Love Him
According to the Southern Arizona Cat Rescue, 4-year-old Onyx is what you’d call a misunderstood kitty cat. He’s not your social, outgoing boy or one who loves to be cuddled and played with right away. He is more of a loner and just spends his days to himself unless he has his person to hang with. You can often find him hanging out on his cat tree and watching through the windows or peering at cat TV with plenty of critters on the screen. Food motivated, he loves his treats and a set or routine eating schedule with his wet food,...
Finding Comfort in Feline Companionship: Lisa’s Story of Love and Resilience
Lisa Lindsey has a heart full of love for her cats, and plenty of reason to love them. Her journey with her seven feline friends has been a source of comfort and support during some of life’s most challenging moments. From rescuing her first cat to adopting a diverse group of feline companions, Lisa’s life has been enriched by the love and companionship they bring. Through Lisa’s experiences and the challenges she has faced, some incredible bonds have been formed. These bonds are inspiring and touching hearts on Instagram...
Rescuers Save Elderly Dog Suffering On The Streets Of India
When rescuers with Animal Aid Unlimited first saw Blessing on the streets of India, they knew there was something wrong with her but they didn’t realize the extent of her issues. The senior pooch was visibly emaciated and was suffering from a wound on her head. Thankfully, she was cooperative enough and they were able to coax her back to Animal Aid where they could evaluate her and take care of her. Photo: YouTube/Animal Aid Unlimited, India The rescue shared on YouTube that Blessing was suffering from a twitching condition caused by...
Texas Couple Gives “For the Love of Animals” a Whole New Meaning
Would you drive 660 miles across desolate landscape to save a wild animal? We hate to say this, but there are plenty of people who wouldn’t do it to save a household pet, much less a wild critter. And before you get upset, you know it’s true, even if you’d drive to Timbuktu and back to save your fur babies. However, one couple in Texas drove a sort of relay race to save the life of a tiny roadrunner hatchling after its nest was accidentally destroyed. Photo: Pixabay/timeflies1955 Deep in the Heart of Texas According to the...
Stray Puppy With Open Fracture Wound Finally Gets The Help He Needs
A stray puppy in India is finally out of pain thanks to rescuers with Animal Aid Unlimited. The rescue group shared on YouTube that the tiny puppy, Alvin, was suffering on the streets with an open fracture wound. He would’ve died without help, so they carefully scooped him up and took him to their center for help. Photo: YouTube/Animal Aid Unlimited, India After examining Alvin’s wound, the rescue discovered it was badly infected. They got to work cleaning his fracture wound, along with other minor wounds. They applied a cream to...
Man Rescues Stray Dog Found Eating From A Trash Can
When Asher from The Asher House in Oregon heard about a dog that needed help, he didn’t hesitate to jump in. Asher shared on YouTube that a Good Samaritan found a dog eating out of a trash can. The poor pup was bone-thin and the person knew he needed help. Photo: YouTube/The Asher House The Good Samaritan was able to get a leash on the stray pup, now named Sunny. The person helped get some weight back on Sunny, but they couldn’t keep the pittie pup forever. They called The Asher House to ask what to do. Asher explained that a...
Inflation Is Hitting Pet Parents Hard, But They Are Not Alone
Inflation is a challenging economic reality that impacts various aspects of our lives, including the cost of caring for our beloved pets. As the prices of essential goods and services rise, pet parents often find themselves facing financial hardships that can deeply affect their ability to provide the necessary care for their furry companions. Unfortunately, in some cases, these financial pressures become overwhelming, leading to heart-wrenching decisions, such as surrendering a pet to an animal rescue organization. Rising Costs: The...
Learn What to Look For as Farm Animals & Livestock Suffer From Extreme Heat Like Everyone/Everything Else
Unlike house pets, farm animals spend their lives outside in the elements, with the exception of any barn time they might get. But barns aren’t generally climate-controlled, and freezing temps and scorching heat waves can greatly impact them. With the world’s hottest summer on record, exposure to increasing temperatures can have severe consequences for these animals as they struggle to get or stay cool. Animals, like humans, can become so heat-distressed they’re unable to move. But something else takes place at such high...
New Rescue Brings ‘Youthfulness Back’ to Family’s Lonely, Grieving Dog
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! Dolly is an All-American Mutt. PHOTO: HEATHER VINEYARD Our older hound rescue had died of cancer, and our other dog Strider was lonely. We had been looking for another dog to rescue so he’d have a companion. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY Most all animals love him, so I figured it would be easy to find another...
‘Houdini’ Cat Makes a Habit of Disappearing on His Humans
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! Houdini escaped sure death when abandoned on a busy expressway but rescued by a compassionate animal lover. PHOTO: JANICE TARTER When we adopted him, he escaped his safe place kennel, sliding between the wires. He was finally spotted hiding “E.T.”-like among the stuffed animals on a bed. SHARE YOUR OWN...
You’ve Helped Provide Urgent Care for Orphaned Primates Rescued From Poachers
African primates, like chimpanzees and bonobos, face many threats to their survival. Humans and our activities are among those threats, as is habitat loss. We’ve been working with an organization dedicated to tackling both of those issues, and it’s thanks to your help that we’ve been able to do so. Pan African Sanctuary Alliance, or PASA, recently shared an update on how their partnership with GreaterGood and Greater Good Charities has helped their mission of addressing threats to primates, and providing care to injured and...
Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo Announced the Birth of a Masai Giraffe!
The pitter-patter of little hooves has been lighting up faces and fueling smiles at Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo since the announcement was made that a male giraffe calf had been born on July 14, 2023. Photo: YouTube/Franklin Park Zoo While an official name has not yet been announced for the adorable juvenile, he was seen standing on his own within an hour of his birth, according to a representative from FPZ. It was also noted that he immediately began nursing from his mother, Amari. His dad, Chad, came to Franklin Park from the Santa...
