Feral Kitten with Two Broken Legs Rushed to the Vet, Couple Tries to Save Her Despite the Odds
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! Early on a November morning, a feral cat and one of her two kittens darted across my backyard. Concerned the second kitten was missing, I checked the yard. To my horror, I saw a tiny terrified ball of fur. I immediately knew something horrible happened. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / KATHFURBUSH She tried her best to catch up to her sister and mother by balancing on her front legs alone, crying in...
Woman Thought Cat Was Dead After He Was Hit By a Car, But He Still Had Fight in Him
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! Paddlefoot, aka Pad, is the most loving yet accident-prone cat I know. He is a clumsy giant of a cat. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / BLUEBASIL He came into my life one evening on a walk home from work. I was studying at the time. It was late, and I saw a dead cat in the road. I went to get it out of the road and take it to the vet’s the next morning so the owner could have closure. SHARE...
Adorable Corgi Can’t Wait to Get Dressed Every Morning
For many of us, getting dressed is just another daily chore we have to accomplish to be a functioning member of society. Some days it’s more difficult than other days, but it’s very rarely an exciting event to look forward to, unless maybe you’re a fashion designer or you’re going somewhere extra-special. Well, if that’s how you feel about your daily routine of getting dressed, you might be inspired to think a little bit differently after seeing this story. Photo: Facebook/MetDaan Fitness This adorable little...
Exotic Animal Dealer Decides to Surrender 150 Unique Creatures Amid Allegations
A Michigan man’s experience as an exotic animal dealer has taken a poignant turn. Zachery Keeler, the owner of Even Keel Exotics LLC, has made a profound decision to surrender almost 150 exotic animals. This courageous step comes after allegations of violating federal laws that ensure the welfare and protection of these unique creatures. Photo: PexelsThe Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA) are crucial federal laws that protect the welfare of exotic animals. The list of exotic animals Keeler is relinquishing...
Fetch-Loving Dog Won’t Run Until Owner Says “Go,” No Matter How Many Tricky Words Are Thrown At Him
Finn is a little dog whose personality, at least from what we can see on his social media pages, revolves around a love for the game of fetch and an obedience to the rules of the game that surpasses what most dogs would be capable of. Photo: Facebook/Rocky Kanaka Despite his eagerness to get moving, Finn always waits until his owner says “go” before racing away down his well-worn path after the object of his affections. Not only does he have enough self-control to wait until the word “go” is uttered, he will even wait...
Puppy Locked In Hot Car Adopted By Connecticut Fire Department Who Rescued Him
A life-threatening situation turned into a happy ending for a boxer puppy in Connecticut. A good Samaritan spotted the 6-month-old puppy locked in a hot car at the beach and called animal control. When the officer was unable to locate the owner of the vehicle, they contacted the local fire station for help. East Haven Fire Department responded to the call and rescued the poor pup from the blazing hot car with temperatures over 120 degrees. The puppy was later surrendered to East Haven Animal Control. The little fella won the hearts of his...
Pennsylvania SPCA Surprised With $10,000 Check & Pet Goods, Thanks To Your Support
With your help, we ended Clear the Shelters month on a high note. Animal shelters across the country are overcrowded with highly adoptable dogs and cats who deserve a second chance. Staff and volunteers are tirelessly working to care for each pet and help them find a loving home. The increase in pets is taking a toll on shelter resources and the moral of the homeless pets. Thanks to your generous support and daily clicks, The Animal Rescue Site and Greater Good Charities surprised another overcrowded shelter with a $10,000 grant and...
Phoenix Takes a Stand Against Chained Dogs With A Full Ban
The city of Phoenix has taken a bold step to recognize the cruelty and inhumanity of leaving dogs chained up. The city has implemented stringent measures to put an end to this practice and ensure the well-being of our four-legged friends. With the latest updates to the animal cruelty ordinance, Phoenix is sending a powerful message: the days of chaining dogs are numbered. The wheels of change were set in motion following a comprehensive review involving animal welfare organizations and various city departments. The result was an updated...
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Black Kitten Rescued After Nearly Being Hit By a Bus, Cares for Fellow Kitten in His New Home
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! Last year when my boyfriend and I were coming home from work, we saw someone in a dark car throw what seemed to be two dark cloths into a busy intersection. I stopped the car and jumped out in the middle of the traffic when I realized that they were actually two tiny black kittens. KITTEN. PHOTO: PIXABAY / MOSHE HAROSH One of them had quickly made it to a nearby garden, but the other...
Thanks to Volunteers, This Paralyzed Cat Was Rescued from a Life on the Streets
No one knew how she got there or how she had survived for as long as she had, but one thing was for certain. The long-haired gray cat lying paralyzed on the sidewalk of a street in Cairo was in desperate need of medical care and a new place to call home. Rescuers believe the cat might have had a home at some point, based on her friendliness toward humans, but that she was recently abandoned. It’s also possible that she had been living on the streets for some time but that she had only recently become paralyzed, as it’s unlikely...
Shy Golden Retriever Was Saved in the Nick of Time from Euthanasia
Many people think that the dogs who get euthanized in high-kill shelters are the ones that are aggressive, have major disabilities, or are very old. The least adoptable dogs, in other words. But would you expect that even a beautiful, healthy, young golden retriever would be euthanized just for being “shy?” The sad truth is that it happens, and it’s not necessarily uncommon. Even more upsettingly, some dogs get euthanized for appearing shy in the context of a crowded shelter, when in reality, they might be wonderful pets...
Yellowstone Bison Takes Frustration Out On Passing Vehicle
Each year, millions of people visit Yellowstone National Park to take in the beautiful scenery and for a chance to see one of the many bison that call the park home. Sadly, there are many who do not follow the rules and try and get close to the massive animals for a photo and some even try to pet them. This is why a local created an Instagram page called “Tourons of Yellowstone”, which shames people who get too close to wildlife. However, a recent incident involved a frustrated bison who displayed some road rage to a passing...
Hurricane Idalia Makes Historic Landfall in Florida Wednesday Morning As Category 3 Storm
Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida early Wednesday morning as a Category 3 storm – the largest to hit the region in over 125 years. US National Weather Service Tallahassee Florida kept a close eye on the tropical storm that developed into Hurricane Idalia which was forecasted to head in their direction. As the hurricane gained strength in the Gulf of Mexico, they took to Facebook to warn people. “Hurricane #Idalia will likely be an unprecedented event for many locations in the Florida Big Bend....
Letter From Vincent: A Q3 Dispatch From the Director of HASS
I’ve spent this spring and summer visiting some of the HASS pilot shelters. Members of the Human Animal Support Services team and I visited Dallas Animal Services in Texas, Kansas City Pet Project in Missouri, and Riverside Animal Services and Los Angeles Animal Services in Southern California. We’ve got plans to visit more of our incredible pilot shelters in the fall, as part of our “road show” tour. The road show is a whole-team project, with the goal of providing direct onsite support—primarily by...
Marine Biologist Uses AI to Understand Whales’ Fascinating Vocalizations
In an increasingly interconnected world, where technology strives to bridge gaps between humans and the animal kingdom, scientists are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to decode the mysterious languages of whales and other creatures. This innovative approach not only offers insights into the lives of these animals but also holds the promise of protecting our planet’s biodiversity. In an era marked by ecological challenges and disappearing wildlife, the quest to communicate with animals becomes a compelling avenue for...
Summer Road Trips with Your Dog—What You Need to Know
Factoring your dog’s health, safety and comfort into your travel plans makes for a summer road trip that’s fun and stress-free. Over 100 million Americans will be taking road trips with their dogs this summer. If you’re among them, boning up on your canine travel IQ will help your best friend stay safe, healthy, and comfortable. With the right preparations and a few precautions, you and your four-legged friend will be able to relax and enjoy your time on the road, wherever you’re headed. PLAN AHEAD It’s important...
This Michigan University Is Allowing Companion Animals in Dorms
Amid the hustle and bustle of academia, Ferris State University in Michigan has taken a unique and heartwarming approach to student housing by introducing a program that allows pets in dorms, CNN reports. This groundbreaking initiative seeks to cater to students’ emotional well-being, providing them with an opportunity to bring their beloved animal companions along to the university experience. The move not only brings joy to students’ lives but also highlights the growing recognition of the benefits that pets can bring to campus...
Woman Taking Dog for a Walk on a Frigid Night Finds Tiny Kitten
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 taking my dog for a late night walk in early February 2015. There were hard freeze warnings following a lot of rain, and it was getting quite cold out. As we were walking home, Toffee stopped to stare at a building dump site just a block from our house. It was muddy from the rain, so I coaxed her to keep moving. As we walked away, I heard a faint “meow”. CAT. PHOTO:...
Four Kittens Rescued From Flooding Chicken Coop
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! After a year of being married, my husband and I moved into our own house. Three weeks later, while my husband was flooding the lawn, he decided to check some old chicken coops that were on our property. They were full of random stuff, and he wanted to make sure that there wasn’t anything in them that should get wet. As he neared the door, he could hear something inside. CAT. PHOTO:...
