Rescue Dog “Scooby” Has Finally Found His Voice After Being Saved From a Life of Fighting
While most of us will never be able to wrap our minds around it, dogs are sadly and regularly forced into fighting rings. Such was the case for a sweet pit bull mix named Scooby who, after being saved from that same fate, finally gained enough confidence to bark again six years after he was rescued. Before that, the best Scooby could muster was what amounted to pitiful puppy yips. In the meantime, he was a quivering mess that needed all the help he could get just to make it through each day of freedom. End Dogfighting Rings A man by the name...
11-Year-Old Cat Who Spent Years in Shelters 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! We already had three cats and four dogs. The last thing we needed was another cat, but my son saw Banner at an adoption event at the pet store and instantly fell in love. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / KARI SHEA All they knew about Banner was that he had been in shelters for at least a couple of years, and he was probably about 11-years-old. We kept checking daily for a week, and I kept praying...
Adoptable Dogs Dress Up For Halloween At Best Friends Sanctuary
Halloween is about tasty treats and wicked fun costumes. Best Friends Animal Society is making sure shelter dogs enjoy Halloween by dressing them up in costumes and giving them lots of extra love and treats. Dogs of all ages and sizes took part in the festivities. The adorable dogs were featured on Facebook in their spooktacular costumes and are sure to catch the attention and hopefully the hearts of adopters. A nine-year-old miniature pinscher named Mort was dressed as a lobster and his bio states he has “come out of his shy shell, and...
Pumpkin is a Healthy and Natural Alternative for Settling Upset Tummies in Pets
Sometimes our pets get upset tummies just like us humans. This can lead to all sorts of digestive issues causing pain and discomfort. For us there are a number of over-the-counter products we can take advantage of, but with dogs and cats, we have to be careful of what we give them. We don’t want to make the situation worse or end up doing something that can escalate a relatively minor situation to a trip to the vet. Pumpkin is a fiber-rich food containing important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins A, E, and C, as well as...
Maine Coon Cat Caught Adjusting The Thermostat In Viral Video
Cats are curious animals and do as they please. Many see themselves as the ruler of the home and make whatever adjustments they deem necessary to make it as comfortable as possible. This includes curling up on your computer keyboard as you are working, stealing the dog’s bed because it is bigger, and even adjusting the temperature to their liking. Photo: Pixabay/Anna Sulencka One cat dad couldn’t believe what he was seeing when his Maine Coon cat named Babbs perched itself on the back of a chair and reached with its paw to adjust...
Best Dog Names for 2023
Picking your pup’s name is a fun part of bringing home a new pet. The best male dog names and best female dog names depend on many factors — from personal tastes to a dog’s individual personality. Though there are many possible sources of dog names, pop culture is currently a heavy influencer for pet parents — and 2023 should see no big changes in that trend. Stacie Grissom, director of content at BARK, which launched BarkBox in 2012, a monthly themed subscription of toys and treats, says she thinks we’ll...
5 Ways to Help Arthritic Dogs and Cats
From acupuncture to weight control, follow this approach to easing arthritis in your dog or cat. Arthritis is a common problem in dogs and cats, especially as they age. It can cause significant pain and decrease your animal’s enjoyment of life. Fortunately, there are many ways to help treat and manage arthritis, thereby improving your dog or cat’s health, quality of life, and longevity. Here are five ways to help animals with arthritis. 1. Weight Control and Diet The most effective and important way to help control the pain and...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: A new workforce development program, what people like about Maddie’s Pet Forum and more!
Happy Halloween! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. San Francisco SPCA announces new workforce development program, #ThanksToMaddieThe San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SCPA) is offering a three-month paid Community Medicine Education Training (CoMET) program. In partnership with Young Community Developers (YCD), this program is designed to reduce the barriers to entry for the animal well-being field while also supporting the SF SPCA’s broader efforts to… Learn...
Mother Moose Couldn’t Save her Baby from Danger Until Fishermen Arrived at the Rescue
It’s a hard world out there for a mother and child, especially for animals who can’t quickly ask for help in times of trouble. This kind of story has often been reported on new sites and channels. It’s heartbreaking to see mother and child unable to acquire help because no one was nearby. But some were lucky that rescuers arrived at the perfect moment. Those animals are fortunate to encounter genuinely caring humans with pure intentions and the heart to bring them somewhere safe. Photo: Youtube/The Dodo Sometimes problems...
Animal Rescue Shares The Reason Behind Viral Kitten’s “Twerking” Dance Moves
A 3-month-old kitten named Twerk went viral for her awesome dance moves and those moves helped her find a loving forever home! The little kitten was taken in by the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh and they immediately noticed she had quite the sense of rhythm. In fact, she couldn’t stop dancing. Photo: Facebook/Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh The rescue shared a video of the cat on Facebook and it wasn’t long before it went viral. In the post, they explain that the 3-month-old kitten was brought to their shelter because her...
War Veteran Asks Service Dog To Be Best Man At His Wedding
When Justin Lansford was deployed to Afghanistan back in 2012, he knew the work would be tough and the days would be long, but little could prepare him to face the reality that lay ahead. While working as a paratrooper, Justin suffered a life-changing injury that would impact every area of his life moving forward – and also open the doors for him to meet his best friend, Gabe. Photo: Picryl/The U.S. National Archives Speaking with ABC News, Justin said, “I was a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division and we were in eastern...
Security Guard Brings Home Stray Cat And Has No Idea She’s Pregnant
When Michael picked up a stray cat while working as a security guard, he had no idea what he was in for. In an interview with The Dodo, Michael explained that he was on shift when he noticed a cat “kept following me.” Photo: YouTube/The Dodo He nicknamed the cat Tree Kitty and began to enjoy her company. He said, “I fell in love with that cat. Something about this cat just makes me happy.” Eventually, Micahel decided to bring Tree Kitty home with him. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Michael and Alexandra took Tree Kitty to the...
Senior Dog Given Weeks To Live Defies All Odds After Being Rescued From The Pound
A senior defied all odds after being given just weeks to live. The dog, Earl, was at a shelter in Los Angeles, California where he was quickly deteriorating when he caught the attention of Emma with the Northwest Dog Project. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo In an interview with The Dodo, Emma shared that Earl was in “bad shape” and was incredibly skinny. He was missing hair on his back and it was clear that needed some TLC. Emma decided to pull Earl from the animal shetler he was in and brought him with her to Eugene, Oregon where the...
Dog Gives Mean “Side Eye” When Owner Interrupts Her TV Time
Bagel the dog knows how to give some mean side eye when she’s not happy with things. That was recently seen when she was enjoying watching TV only to be interrupted! Photo: YouTube/ViralHog The rescue pittie/husky mix was relaxing in her dog bed in Pendleton, South Carolina when someone calls out her name. Rather than turning to look at the woman who called her, Bagel simply moves her eyes and glares. It’s clear that she wants to be left alone! Can’t they see she’s trying to watch the show? Photo: YouTube/ViralHog...
Woman Welcomes Dog Refused By Other Groomers Into Her Salon
Dog breed discrimination is alive and well in 2022, but some groomers are doing their part to break the stigma associated with different breeds and give each dog a fair chance. One of those groomers is Vanessa De Prophetis of Girl With The Dogs. Photo: YouTube/Girl With The Dogs Vanessa owns a pet grooming salon and she regularly takes to YouTube to share about her different clients. Recently, she shared about a Chow Chow she groomed named Basal. It’s surprising because most groomers refuse to work with Chow Chows “due to their...
Help Your Dog’s Health by Journaling
Tracking your own health by journaling is a helpful, proactive step toward better-managed care and clear communication across healthcare provider teams. The same is true for our fur family. Journaling health information such as vaccinations, medications and tracking recurring issues gives front row seating to your dog’s health and wellness and allows easy access in an emergency or for a pet sitter situation. What to include in your dog’s health notes Vet and emergency contacts and microchip information are important documents to...
Dog Stays With Owner For 20 Hours After He Slipped On Ice And Became Paralyzed
64-year-old Bob was at home in Northern Michigan when he stepped outside to get some firewood. It was supposed to be a quick jaunt into the cold but it turned into a 20-hour near-death experience. According to Fox2 Detroit, Bob was wearing pajamas that consisted of some long johns, a t-shirt, and slippers when he stepped outside for firewood around 10:30 P.M. Photo: YouTube/ChattyTrends On his way to the firewood pile, Bob slipped on some ice and ended up falling to the ground and breaking his neck. He tried to get up, but he was paralyzed....
Cat Missing For 9 Years Finds Her Way Home Just In Time For Christmas
Losing an animal is a heartbreaking experience. Most pet owners will search high and low for their beloved pets, but sometimes, they’re nowhere to be found. According to the Manchester Evening News, a cat named Marley disappeared from Trafford in England when she was out for a walk. Photo: Wikimedia Commons The cat slipped her harness and ran off, leaving the family scrambling to find her. They searched the neighborhoods and put up posters but their beloved Marley was nowhere to be found. That was back in 2012 and as the years passed,...
Dog Anxiously Waits For Family To Return After They Moved And Left Him Behind
Dogs are part of the family and it’s hard to imagine treating them as lesser. Sadly, many dogs are faced with owners who are negligent or downright abusive. That was the case for Salvatore, a 5 or 6-year-old Black Mouth Cur mix. Salvatore was rescued by the Everglades Angels Dog Rescue after his family left him behind. The rescue shared on Facebook that Salvatore’s old family forclsoed on their home and left him there in the yard. The dog was left with nothing, but he stayed faithful and sat in the yard for two long weeks in hopes...
How Heavy Should My Dog Be?
As dog parents, our No. 1 concern is keeping our best friends as healthy as possible, so they live long and happy lives. “How heavy should my dog be?” is a question that often comes up and it’s an important one. Obesity is a big problem for our dogs. A study by the University of Liverpool and Mars Petcare found that obese dogs had shorter lifespans than dogs with a more ideal body weight score. For that reason, a dog weight chart is a useful tool all dog parents should know about. What is a dog weight chart? A dog weight...
