The Most Common Zoonotic Diseases in the U.S.: Understanding the Risks to Humans and Animals
Zoonotic diseases, the silent adversaries lurking at the intersection of animals and humans, pose a significant risk to public health and can have devastating consequences if left unchecked. As our lives intertwine with the animal kingdom, it becomes crucial to understand the most common zoonotic diseases in the United States and the emerging threats on the horizon. If you have ever been concerned with the risks associated with these diseases, you are not alone. While zoonotic diseases pose serious health threats to humans, there are...
Cat Adopts Woman on the Day of Her Retirement, Makes Her Home Extra Chaotic
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! He found me four years ago on the day of my retirement when I was walking through my neighborhood at night. He followed me, meowing and begging for attention. PHOTO: NANN GREENE He was about six-months-old. Who could have abandoned this sweet, sweet creature in my neighborhood. He was such a little, little thing....
Rescue Cat Loves to Go on Adventures, Even on a Kayak
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! ‘Vander was the runt of a fostered litter of four solid black kittens. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / BROOKE His siblings chewed on his ear, leaving a scar. ‘Vander was named for Evander Holyfield. He decided he would live with us instead of finding a new home. The border collie and tuxedo cat agreed Vander...
Dog Rescued From Boat Storage Finally Goes Home After 2+ Years In The Shelter
Back in 2016, life was looking bleak for Guinness. Someone tied him up at a boat storage facility without access to food or water and left him there. No one is sure how long the poor dog was tied up and alone, but help arrived before things could get worse. Photo: Pixabay/John French Guinness ended up at animal control in Crescent City, California, where volunteers with Dogs of Del Norte worked to help Guinness find a forever family. They shared photos of the sweet black pittie dressed up for holidays, but still, nobody came for him. They got...
Rescue Seals Kiss Each Other Goodbye When They’re Finally Set Free
Two rehabilitated seals said a final goodbye to each other with a sweet kiss that was documented on camera. The seals, Finn and Tukto, were both rescued by the Northcoast Marine Mammal Center, a non-profit that helps stranded, sick, and injured marine mammals along the northern coast of California. Photo: Pexels/Ruvim Miksanskiy “Regardless of size, our goal is always to give the marine mammals we rescue a second chance at life in the wild,” they share on their website. Thankfully, they’re often successful with that goal!...
Daredevil Ricky Spanish Will Keep You Endlessly Entertained if You’re Interested. . .
Sometimes we just need somebody to get up to some good old-fashioned high jinx with. You know, you and your best bud getting together to kick up some dust with a little harmless fun. The only thing better than one bud would be two! Well, if you feel your home needs a little livening up, there are a couple of gents we’d like you to meet. They are currently in the capable hands of foster caregivers working with Southern Arizona Cat Rescue in the Tucson area. We’ve even included some age-progression images of these two cutie...
Cat Rescued From Hoarder Loves Life With Her New Mom
Animal hoarding is heartbreaking for everyone involved. The animals are almost always neglected and living in hazardous situations. Thankfully, we sometimes see animals come out of hoarding situations who go on to live full and happy lives, like Sawyer the pig and a dog named Badger. We can now add a cat named Nonna to that list! According to GeoBeats Animals, Nonna came from a mass hoarding situation. She was one of around 30 cats living in a house in Louisiana. When a woman from Connecticut heard about Nonna and saw her pictures from a...
Nepal Street Dog Hit By A Car And Found Limping Around In Pain Needs Your Help To Heal
There are tens of thousands of stray dogs in Nepal who are looking for food and shelter and someone to love. Sadly, many are injured and in need of medical care like Khaire. Sneha’s Care, a local animal rescue, has been caring and saving street dogs since 2015. Their goal is for all animals to be treated humanely and to end animal abuse. They told us, “The life of a community dog is extremely harsh. And it is an absolutely heart-wrenching situation to witness a community dog being hit by a car and having to live with an untreated...
Over 50 Pilot Whales Lose Their Lives in Mass Stranding
Beachings of marine mammals, particularly whales, continue to be a distressing occurrence around the world. These incidents not only pose a significant threat to the survival of these magnificent creatures but also raise important questions about their welfare and the actions we should take when encountering a beached whale. Mass Stranding on the Isle of Lewis More than 50 pilot whales in the recent beaching incident on the Isle of Lewis, representing the largest mass stranding event in Britain since 2011, the New York Times reports. Despite...
Tui Na Helps Prevent Spring Injuries in Active Dogs
Most dogs are less active during the winter months. Find out how Tui na can help prevent early season injuries as your canine “springs into action” again. Spring is in the air and your dog knows it. She wants to run, play, and frolic. It fun to see her feeling so exuberant — but is she really ready to “spring into action” after being a couch potato all winter? This is exactly when injuries often happen. Let’s look at why, and learn how the ancient Chinese technique of acupressure-massage — also known...
Sick Shelter Cat – Hours Away From Euthanasia – Is Now Living Her Best Life In Los Angeles, Thanks To Doting Mom
Special needs pets are often overlooked at shelters, especially feral cats. They are ready to love someone unconditionally and just want the same in return. While they may require special medications or extra care, they all deserve a chance to find a loving home. In 2017, a female cat was found on the streets of LA in horrible shape. She was brought to the South LA Animal Shelter and placed in the feral cat room. She was hours away from being euthanized when a woman walked up to her kennel with tears in her eyes and reached out a loving hand....
Successfully reuniting lost cats with owners, paper collars and more in this Community Cats Podcast episode
Want to learn about the program that has a feline reclaim rate eight times the national average? Listen to the Community Cats Podcast episode, “How to Reunite Pets and Owners with Corinne Bourgoin, Operations Coordinator, MSPCA Boston Adoption Center.” In Corinne’s discussion with host Stacy LeBaron, she explains how the MSPCA reunites lost pets with their owners. She details what goes on behind the scenes once a stray cat is brought in. She also stresses that in order to have a successful program, there needs to be an...
Feral Cat Comes Out of Her Shell When She Falls in Love with Foster Family’s Cat
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! Amy was a feral that I fostered for Stray Rescue during the pandemic shut down. CATS. PHOTO: PIXABAY / MARCSI365 She’s a beautiful fluffy grey girl that should’ve never been living on the streets. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY She started out in a cat condo, until she felt comfortable enough to be out in...
Rescue Dog Takes Care of Her Human As She Recovers From Fall
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! I had fallen the day after Christmas. I broke my left collarbone and right foot and was quite immobile. PHOTO: VIRGINIA FARBO I live by myself and am a senior citizen who didn’t have anyone to help me. My adorable little 6-month-old beagle decided that she would take on the duty of being my nurse so I could...
Paralyzed Dog Stuck In Sewage Drain Gets A Second Chance At Life
Working in animal rescue can be heartbreaking. You never know what kind of tough situations you’re going to encounter. Despite that, it’s incredibly rewarding work. When a dog goes from being near lifeless to thriving, all the pain and work from the job becomes worth it. When rescuers with Animal Aid Unlimited in India received a call about a dog lying in a sewage drain, they knew they had to act fast. Photo: YouTube/Animal Aid Unlimited, India They shared about the rescue on YouTube, saying that they found the dog “forlorn...
Signs Your Bengal Cat Has A Neurological Disorder
As cat owners, we do the best to care for our furry felines and give them the best lives possible. This includes ensuring they have proper food, housing and medical care. Sometimes, a cat might present with symptoms that can be worrying or even point to a neurological disorder. Photo: Pexels/Helena Jankovičová Kováčová According to Pet Helpful, Dr. Mark dos Anjos stepped in to answer a question from a Bengal cat owner named Myrna. Myrna said: “My Bengal cat is falling over when he walks as though his...
Woman Refuses To Go To Brother’s Birthday Unless Her Dog Is Invited
Celebrating birthday parties is a fun tradition that many people enjoy throughout the year. Sometimes, life gets in the way and it can be hard to make it to every birthday party we’re invited to. Others time, though, we choose not to go for whatever reason. When a 28-year-old woman was invited to her brother’s birthday party, she had a stipulation: She’d only attend if her dog was invited too. Photo: Pexels/K Zoltan The woman turned to the popular subreddit r/AmItheA*shole to ask if she was in the wrong or not. She explained...
American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog Summer/Fall Events 2023
Amidst the crush of summer heat, AKC MoD has posted their calendar of events for NYC pet lovers to cool off with and have some canine-themed fun. But you don’t have to live in the Empire State to take advantage of the summertime activities. If you’re planning a trip there this summer — or anytime, for that matter — there’s plenty for visitors to do Wednesdays through Sundays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Photo: Pexels/lil artsy According to the website, “The AKC Museum of the Dog preserves, interprets, and celebrates...
Duck Sneaks Onto Roller Coaster Going 93 MPH
Who says thrill-seeking is limited to humans? A wild duck is going viral since making her way onto a roller coaster at Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio. Photo: Flickr/Jeremy Thompson License: CC BY 2.0 Cedar Point is known for its roller coasters and thrill rides. According to the website, “Cedar Point is more than roller coasters. It’s more than thrill rides. It’s more than the mile-long sandy beach where our rich history began. Cedar Point is where moments, memories and connections are made.” According to...
Watch a Shy Rescue Donkey Turn into a Sassy Ball of Energy
We really feel for animals that were not treated well by their owners. They may have been physically abused but even if they were just left alone, it can be a very traumatic experience. Irvin was an animal that suffered from this difficulty. He was put up for auction as a young donkey, but it was likely that he would’ve been killed after being adopted. The Solstice Sanctuary in Salem, Wisconsin, decided they couldn’t let it happen. Rather than allowing him to be auctioned off to someone that wouldn’t have his best interest...
