Dog Adopted Late in Life Becomes Therapy Pup for Seniors and Kids
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! When I adopted Dora Mae, she was already grey in the face. The rescue told us she’d been adopted once before and returned for being too quiet. Still, she leaned into my hand every time I pet her. She was my dog; I had to bring her home. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PUBLICDOMAINIMAGES For the first several months we called her “Dora the Doorstop” because she was afraid of...
Mountain Lions Near Colorado Town Kill 15 Dogs in 30 Days!
Mountain lions are getting bolder and hungrier, as demonstrated by some unusual behavior in recent months. The apex predators are known for hunting and eating meat, but they are frequently in the news of late for their forays into populated areas in search of an easy meal. This should come as a surprise to no one as humans continue to encroach on their habitats. Photo: Pixabay/YouR_MorsaliN Rocky Mountain High According to The Colorado Sun, mountain lions have killed 15 dogs in 30 days in or near the town of Nederland, 17 miles from Boulder,...
Gray Whale Giving Birth Captured on Video by Nearby Whale-Watching Group
Tourists along California’s coast got the thrill of a lifetime when the boat they were sailing on as part of a whale-watching excursion just happened to be in the area when a gray whale gave birth to her calf right there in front of them! The lucky folks were cruising along with Captain Dave’s Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari when the incident occurred on January 2, 2023. What a way to start the new year! Photo: YouTube/Captain Dave’s Captain Dave’s Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari...
Senior Dog Missing For 7 Years Is Found Abandoned In Hotel Room
Road officers for Orange County Animal Services in Orlando, Florida, responded to a call regarding an abandoned dog who had been left behind in a hotel room. When officers arrived, they discovered a senior dog who could barely walk due to severe arthritis. She was extremely sweet and gentle and allowed officers to bring her back to the shelter. Staff immediately fell in love with the dog, named Jazzy, but knew it would be difficult to find a home for her due to her condition and age. “People line up outside our doors for puppies and...
Florida Manatees Continue to Face Difficult Times as Food Sources Dwindle
Manatees, the gentle giants commonly seen in Florida’s waterways, are once again facing challenges over the winter. It used to be due to unusually chilly cold snaps, but in recent years it’s had as much to do with food — or a lack of it. This is a creature who can’t ever seem to catch a break. If they’re not being run over and scarred by speeding boaters, then they’re searching for warmer waters to keep from freezing. Now, the seagrasses they sustain themselves on are dying off from pollution. The...
Family Calls Dog Warden And Reports Their Own Dog As A Stray
The holidays are supposed to be the “most wonderful time of the year”, but for an 11-month-old Belgian Malinois named Lulu it was the worst day ever. Shropshire Canine, a UK dog walking service, features homeless dogs in Shropshire on their TikTok page (@shropshirek9) to help them find loving homes. A recent story that occurred over the holidays will break your heart. On Christmas day, the local dog warden received a call about a stray dog. However, the dog was not a stray but was owned by the family who made the call. The TikTok...
Paralyzed Stray Cat Walks Again After Being Rescued Off The Street
Living on the streets is tough. Homeless cats have a hard time finding adequate and nutritious food which can lead to other health issues. A stray black and white cat managed to survive by taking shelter under a home in California where people feed him. However, when the good Samaritans noticed the cat was unable to use his hind legs, they reached out to Hope For Paws for help. The animal rescue received an urgent text about a paralyzed cat and sent Katie McKittrick and Alex Babcock to help. With the help of the family who had been feeding...
Pet Cleaning Products You Need for Living with Your Dog
Dogs are adorable – from their soft fur to their crazy battles with toys. What is not so adorable is when that fur covers your couch and those toys take over your family room. We’re here to help with the 2023 roundup of the 12 must-have pet cleaning items for dog owners to keep your home from looking like a fur-nado struck. Before we dig in, remember: don’t let these tasks overwhelm you! “You don’t have to thoroughly sanitize each week, but keeping pet hair swept and vacuumed, ensuring urine is not lingering...
Guinness World Records Recognizes Gino As The World’s Oldest Living Dog
We’ve heard about the World’s oldest living cat, Flossie. Now, what about the World’s oldest living dog? The Guinness World Records officially acknowledged Gino, a Chihuahua mix, as the oldest living dog. He might be small and old, but, ooh boy, does he still got those puppy eyes going! The record holder was born on September 24, 2000, and he was a shelter dog named Pee Wee at the Humane Society of Boulder Valley. Gino found his forever home when he was 2 years old. And it’s all because Alex Wolf went with his...
On the Way to Their Weekend Game, Arizona Cardinals Help Transport Emergency Kits for Pets
Pets in the Atlanta area will have more resources in an emergency, thanks in part to a football team from the other side of the country. Over the weekend, the Arizona Cardinals took a transport of FIDO bags to emergency crews in Atlanta. The kits, which come from Arizona-based nonprofit The Fetch Foundation, contain items needed by pets who are rescued during an emergency. That includes a special oxygen mask. According to a report from the Arizona Cardinals, The Fetch Foundation had received a request for FIDO bags from first responders in...
Staycation Pet Program in Charlotte Allows Dog Lovers Fun Short-Term Visits
Take a puppy for a staycation or daycation through a Charlotte pet program! Do you have the room in your heart and home to assist shelter dogs in need through Charlotte Animal Care and Control’s “Staycation” and “Daycation” pet programs? They allow residents to take in furry friends for short-term stays and visits at their own convenience. The program is invaluable when the shelter is at or near full capacity, which happened far more times in 2022 than they’d care to remember. Freeing up room in the...
Kentucky Animal Shelter in Dire Need of Volunteer Dog Walkers, Be a Hero Today!
Shelters across the country have made no secret of the dire straits they’re in this year with overcrowding, higher prices for supplies, and animals facing euthanasia. Their stories have made the news as websites and local stations share their concerns on social media asking for help. While you may not have the room or money to help them, there is one thing you can do: volunteer! Shelters would be so grateful and smaller rescues couldn’t do anything without people like you. Photo: Pixabay/fsHH Volunteer at an Animal Shelter So,...
Bonded Cuties Irwen and Elenor are a Sweet Pair to Draw to — Adopt Them Now!
Check out two of the sweetest girls you’ll ever meet, bonded pair Irwen and Elenor! Both cats love to play, greet, and cuddle with their human at every opportunity, and they’re hoping that person will soon be you! In the meantime, they’re waiting for you and their together furever home over at Purrfect Pals Sanctuary in Arlington, Washington. Like all of the rescue’s felines, Irwen and Elenor are spayed, microchipped, viral tested, and vaccinated. In other words, they’re ready to roll! Photo: Purrfect Pals...
Stressed Shelter Dog Smiles When She Realizes She Is Being Adopted
Animal shelters do their best to care for all the homeless pets that come through their door, but the loud noises, small spaces, and solitude can take a toll on the dogs and cats. A three-year-old pit bull mix named Laurel was not adjusting well to shelter life. Staff and volunteers at Collin County Animal Services did their best to give the affectionate pup some quiet time. Laurel would use this time to cuddle with people and take naps. The loving dog just wanted a family of her own. @collincountyadoptablepet Laurel deserves endless nap on...
10 Ways You Can Help Save Cats Of Families Affected By Crisis
When families are in crisis, their pets may be in danger for a variety of reasons. The family may not have the resources or financial means to properly care for their pets. If a family is facing financial difficulties, they may not be able to afford to feed their pets or provide them with necessary veterinary care, reports the American Academy of Pediatrics. Photo: Adobe Stock / SeventyfourFor those facing these hardships with pets, the pet may face the unthinkable through no fault of their own. The family may be facing significant stress and...
Coast Guard Rushes to Save Dog Who Fell Through Ice in Detroit River
On New Year’s Eve, officers of the Detroit sector of the Coast Guard were performing a routine patrol of the shoreline when they spotted something in the water. A black and white dog was struggling to stay above the freezing water after falling through the ice near Grayhaven Island. The team from USCG Station Belle Isle rushed to rescue the dog. Photos of the rescue shared by the Coast Guard show Petty Officer Cole Harper wearing a wet suit and carefully walking out onto the ice with a rope tied around his waist for safety. He reached...
Best Dog-Friendly Hotel Chains
When you bring your pet with you on vacation, it can make the logistics of travel easier. There are a number of dog-friendly hotel chains that allow you to bring your furry friend along with you when you travel.Most travel sites allow you to filter results by pet-friendly or you can use pet-specific website like Bring Fido to search for dog friendly accommodations. Contact a hotel directly before you go to confirm any rules or regulations for the individual hotel. Pet-friendly hotel chains Hilton Hotels are pet friendly across its 18...
How Your Dog or Cat’s Gut Microbiome Affects Overall Health
When we think of the gut microbiome, we consider it mainly in terms of digestive health. But the truth is, the state of your dog or cat’s gut microbiome can affect other parts of his body, from his brain to his lungs. Every surface of your dog or cat’s body (and your own) has a microbiome. However, the vast majority of microbial biodiversity is found in the nutrient-rich environment of the gastrointestinal tract. At least 200 times as many cells, and even more unique gene products, are found in the intestinal microbiome than in...
Guinness World Records Recognizes Flossie As The World’s Oldest Living Cat
I wonder what it would feel like to live for 120 years… The world’s oldest living cat is 27 years old, and that is equivalent to an impressive 120 human years old. The Guinness World Records officially recognized Flossie as the oldest living cat, and she definitely doesn’t look her age. Born on December 29, 1995, Flossie lives in the UK with her owner, Vicki. Flossie may be old and deaf already, but the senior cat is in good health, although her eyesight isn’t as good as it used to be. PHOTO: Youtube/Guinness World...
‘Unfriendly’ Cat Who Had Lived in Shelter for Two Years Finally Finds Forever 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! I had been a volunteer at my local shelter for over two years, so I was there when Kit was surrendered due to her owner being evicted. Immediately, I thought she was a gorgeous cat, but I soon found out that she wasn’t very “friendly”. Didn’t appear to have a cuddly bone in her body! CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / JOSÉ PAULO VASCONCELOS Fast forward two years –...
