Cat Named Batman Has His Own Rough Origin Story
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! One day, my husband called and asked me to come with him to see some cats he’d found. We drove 30 minutes to the location, where there was a colony of feral cats living behind a Hardy’s and a car wash. A woman there was trying to find good homes for these cats, so she captured a tiny black kitten and handed him off to us… apparently my husband told her we would take one...
If You’re Thinking of Fostering an Animal or Adopting a Special Needs Pet, Know the Challenges First
First things first. Adopting a rescue pet or fostering are two of the greatest things you can do in life if you love animals. The rewards are often immeasurable, but they’re not without their challenges even under the best of circumstances. Unfortunately, a lot of people go into these acts of love with blinders on. To make matters worse, sometimes they do so for the wrong reasons. So, before you rush in, it’s a good idea to know what you’re letting yourself in for first. Photo: Pixabay/mochawalk Special Needs Pets Animals...
Planning for the Inevitable: Living Arrangements for Surviving Pets
It goes without saying that nobody wants to think about death. But unless you’re planning on some sort of sci-fi ending involving a cryogenic freeze and rebirth, the truth is we’re all going to go someday. One of the last things people think of, as far as long-term, is what would happen to my pets after I’m gone. Generally, it’s not until people age, and the concept becomes more relevant that they start to give it any thought. Pet Planning The problem is, even if you have family that will outlive you, do they want to...
Ask Dr. Aziza: How Your Dog’s Nutrition Needs Change Throughout Their Lives
Nutrition plays an important role in health and longevity at every stage of your dog’s life. Let’s take a look at Dr. Aziza’s explanation of how dog nutrition needs can change throughout their lifespan. Dog nutrition needs during the puppy years The best puppy food options are formulated to meet the three key nutritional needs of young dogs: Frequent meals throughout the day: Puppies are young balls of energy that require frequent meals throughout the day to help maintain their blood glucose levels. Calories match their...
All You Need to Know About Off-Leash Training for Your Dog
Frolicking freely through the open wilderness is every dog’s dream. But it can quickly turn into a nightmare, so safety is top priority. Start off-leash training early, and make sure you know how to teach a dog recall. Since most public spaces have leash requirements, check for safe spaces for your dog to run free. Vigilant monitoring is also key: Know where he is and what he’s up to, so you avoid mishaps, confrontations and injury. And, definitely train a solid check in and recall to make off leash experiences safe and fun. When...
A Fashionable Way to Find a Missing Four-Legged Friend
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This Dog’s Human Mom Aims to Show Others the Soft Side of the Mean-Looking Pit Bulls
Certain animals have always been labeled by humans as violent or mean. This is due to the fact that sometimes people only see their harmful side. People must understand that animals tend to get aggressive when threatened, and it doesn’t necessarily mean that their only role on the planet is to cause danger for everyone. Even dogs identified as a gift to humankind are categorized into two opposite groups. Breeds that are mean-looking are believed not to be suitable for families because the media has only shown their defensive side....
New monthly grant opportunity!
Starting this month, Maddie’s Fund ® will be giving away a $3,000 grant each month to one lucky Maddie’s® Pet Forum member! The first drawing will be in December 2022 for content contributed in November 2022! You’ll automatically be entered to win each month when you start a new discussion, reply to a new post or upload a new library resource. Do note that only posts, replies and resources posted in the Animal Welfare Professionals that add value will be considered. For example, a lovely “Thank you!”...
Restaurant Worker Gets in Trouble for Feeding Feral Cat, Keeps Trying to Help Anyway
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 work at a restaurant built into the side of a mountain. One day when I came to work, there was a frail tuxedo cat walking along the mountainside. We started to see him regularly, and we all decided to call him Oreo. He was there every day roaming and sleeping in the dirt. I started feeding him and even got in trouble with my managers for it, but I didn’t care. Something drew me to...
Humans Have Cared Enough About Their Pets to Provide Them with Burials for Thousands of Years
You’ve likely heard of pet cemeteries but assumed they were a relatively new concept. Perhaps not much older than the 18th or 19th centuries. That assumption would be false. As it turns out, humans have cared enough about their beloved pets to provide them with burials for thousands of years. Some individuals have even been discovered to have their pets buried with them in centuries-old tombs or graves. Photo: Pixabay/jenniferva Ancient Egypt & Roman-Era Pet Cemeteries About four or five years ago, a group of Polish archeologists...
Stop Blending In! LED Pet Products that Make Evening Walks Safer
Now that the days are shorter, you’re more likely to find yourself out after dark trying to get that last walk in for Fido or Buster before calling it a day. For decades, safety experts have recommended wearing white or light-colored clothing and pinning reflectors and/or flashing lights somewhere on your person for evening walks and exercise. Over the last few years, however, the emphasis has switched to pet products, with manufacturers stepping up their game with some brilliant items with safety in mind. Photo: Pixabay/tortugadatacorp...
Curious Cat Tries To Jump On Top Of Aquarium And Falls Straight In
Cats are known to be sure-footed. There’s a reason they say, “cats always land on their feet.” But even sure-footed felines can misstep, like the viral cat that tried to jump from a car and failed and this cat that attempted to jump on aquarium and was met with quite a surprise. Photo: TikTok/@brookeclukey Brooke Weaver Clukey, also known on TikTok as @brookeclukey, shared a video of her cat as he attempted to leap onto their family’s small fish aquarium. Cats washing fish in a fish bowl is a common stereotype, but...
Cat Attempts To Jump Off Car And Fails Twice
Cat pictures and videos have been a staple of the Internet since the 1990s, and they’ve continued to be an important part of space online. From memes to videos, there’s just something about cats that make people smile. One recent example of that is a video that shows a cat attempting to jump from the roof of a car to the top of a tall fence. Photo: TikTok/@careditvideo3 The cat climbs atop the car with ease, but he doesn’t quite make the leap. After falling to the ground, you’d think that’d be the end of it but...
Experts Warn Pet Parents To Keep Dogs Away From The Thanksgiving Table
As pet parents, it’s tempting to want our pups to be involved in every aspect of life. They’re parts of the family and we want them to be treated as such. But sometimes, pet parents do things out of love that can harm their furry family. As a general rule, dogs shouldn’t be fed table scraps or “human” food without advisement from their veterinarian, but many families offer their pups food from their plates without thinking twice. Photo: PXHERE One day that it’s especially easy to give pets some table food...
Blind Sanctuary Matriarch Immediately Takes Care Of New Rescues In This Farm Sanctuary
Bison weigh up to 2,000 pounds, and they can grow over 6 feet tall; they are considered the largest mammal in North America. Just a little fun fact, but did you know that the scientific name of this magnificent species is Bison bison, and one of their subspecies, the plains bison, is Bison bison bison? Among the two living species of bison, the American bison has been declared the national mammal of the United States. Compared to their European cousin, American bison are heavier despite them being shorter. Still, both species are indisputably...
Animal Shelter’s “Operation Wishbone” Gives Homeless Dogs A Family For Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving usually involves a delicious meal shared with family and friends. It is also a time to give thanks for all that we have and help those in need. An animal shelter in California is hoping to give homeless dogs something to be thankful for this year – a family, even if it is only temporary. While shelter dogs love a tasty treat, they want nothing more than a loving family of their own. Dozens of dogs are waiting at Fresno Humane Animal Services for a forever home. The shelter is hoping to find homes for many adult dogs by...
Dogs On Deployment Promotes Life-Long Pet Ownership for Military Vets Via Volunteer Fosters
Service members have a lot on their plates sorting out their personal lives and responsibilities before being deployed. They often have to see to getting their belongings stored and any financial obligations still pending back home arranged. It isn’t as if they can just don a uniform and leave. And if they have pets to worry about and no family or friends that can commit to sheltering them while they are away, they are frequently faced with having to surrender their furry or feathered friends. Having someone to come home to after...
Are Your Cats Ready for Holiday Gatherings? 5 Tips for Calming and Readying Fussy Felines
Got a kitty that has difficulty adjusting to visitors, added commotion, and/or more noise than usual? While some cats are oblivious regardless of the situation, others just aren’t happy when their routines are disrupted and will show it in the most pointed ways. If you have one of these easily irked felines, or you’re planning on hosting the holidays at your house this year and you’re not sure how your little darlings will react, we’ve got some tips for you. Photo: Pixabay/Sbringser 1. Holiday Decorations with Pets in...
Are There Hearing Aids for Dogs? Help for dogs with hearing loss
Deafness and age-related hearing loss in dogs (presbycusis) is common. While we don’t have exact figures, most experienced veterinarians will tell you the majority of dogs over age 10 appear to develop some hearing deficiency as they grow older. In fact, many veterinarians say age-related deafness is one of the more common geriatric changes in dogs. The most common symptoms of hearing loss and deafness in dogs are decreased response to voice or clicker commands startles easily (especially after sleeping) difficulty to awaken inability...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: New grant opportunity, translation services and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. New monthly grant opportunity!Starting in December, you’ll be entered to win a $3,000 grant just for participating on Maddie’s® Pet Forum! The first drawing will be in December 2022 for content contributed in November 2022! Learn More Start community partnerships with this toolkitTo address the root causes that lead to many animal well-being issues, we need to look beyond shelter walls, (literally and figuratively) and connect with the community at...
