Ukrainian Soldiers Make Tough Decision In Order To Protect Beloved Stray Dog Who Took Shelter Alongside Them
The war continues in Ukraine, but so do the heartwarming stories of people and soldiers saving animals. A shepherd-type dog called Nona was taken in by Ukrainian soldiers who did a selfless act to ensure she remained safe. As buildings and homes collapsed from the Russian bombings in Donetsk region, the frightened dog found shelter in a Ukrainian military hideout. Screenshot: YouTube/UAnimals The soldiers welcomed her with open arms, literally. They made sure she had everything she needed and remained safe in the hideout. Her friendly...
Why Puppy Playtime is Important to Socialize Your Dog
Imagine being picked up by a stranger and transported to a completely new world, where everything is new to you. Everything you see, hear, touch and smell is scary. That’s what happens when you bring a new puppy home. Your world is foreign and maybe even a bit scary to her. This is why puppy playtime is important: to socialize your dog! During puppy development, your dog is learning what the world is, either full of fun things or scary things. It’s up to you to do everything you can to properly socialize your dog to a wide variety...
Dogs Marry Each Other and Instagram Celebrates with Them
Wedding ceremonies are lovely to witness, especially when animals tie the knot. Animals have their own way of professing their love for one another. Television series and movies have shown various interpretations of animal love, which are warm and fuzzy — Lady and The Tramp remains iconic. Who would’ve thought that dogs could make an audience feel giddy because of their love? Real life Lady and The Tramp just went viral on Instagram for tying the knot in an outdoor wedding. Two lovely Pitbulls, Luna and Thanos, shared a wedding...
Cat Rescues Mom’s Keys Dropped In A Hole
Cats are pretty incredible and one mom is singing the praises of a local cat after it rescued her keys from a cement hole! The mother, who goes by @luhmeira7 on TikTok, shared about the incident on TikTok, noting that she filmed the whole ordeal because no one would believe her otherwise. It all started when her child accidentally tossed her key into a cement hole. The hole was too small to fit a hand into, so the mother resorted to grabbing a stick and trying to pry the keys up that way. Photo: TikTok/@luhmeira7 She wasn’t having any...
Firefighters Rescue Kitten Trapped In Pepsi Vending Machine
When most people go to a vending machine, they expect to get out a soda or maybe a candy bar. One Walmart employee ended up getting a new member of the family, however, when she discovered a kitten hiding inside the machine! Lindsey, who works at the Crockett Trace Walmart location in Morristown, TN, called the fire department for help getting the kitten out of the machine safely. Photo: flickr/Mike Mozart The City of Morristown shared about the rescue on Facebook, explaining that firefighters responded to the call for help and discovered a...
‘Debarked’ Dog Struggles to Find Home After Biting Nearly Everyone Who Came Near 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! I rehabilitate problem dachshunds. Dachshund Rescue call me when they have a dog they can’t place elsewhere, usually because of behavioral problems. Hector, then known as George, had been placed with three or four families, and returned to the rescue because he bit almost everyone who came near him. So he came to me. To start with, he growled/snarled/barked/snapped at everyone,...
Dog Thinks She’s Trapped Behind Gate But It’s Open The Entire Time
Sometimes, it’s hard to see the big picture when we’re so focused on what’s in front of us. That’s not just true for humans, but for dogs as well! One prime example of this is a pup named Schmolie. The sweet dog lives with her owner in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and while she’s a bright dog, she has her moments. Photo: PXHERE In a video captured by the dog’s owner, you can see Schmolie standing in front of a fence, barking to be let out. The only thing? The gate opens up right next to her! Schmolie was so focused...
Atlanta Humane Society Takes In 51 Beagles From Animal Testing Breeding Facility
51 beagles, ranging from puppies to adults, are finally receiving the love and care they need. The dogs, who were found living in unsanitary conditions at a facility that breeds animals for animal testing, were rescued by The Humane Society of the United States. Atlanta Humane Society welcomed the rescued dogs with open arms. The dogs arrived in two separate groups with some of the older beagles coming first. As was to be expected, the dogs were nervous about their new surroundings. A 7-year-old beagle named Savannah experienced a kind touch...
Once Believed to be Extinct, Fernandina Galapagos Tortoise Comes Back after More than 100 Years!
“For many years it was thought that the original specimen collected in 1906 had been transplanted to the island, as it was the only one of its kind. It now seems to be one of a very few that were alive a century ago,” said Peter Grant, Princeton’s Class of 1877 Professor of Zoology, Emeritus, and an emeritus professor of ecology and evolutionary biology. Photo: YouTube/Animal Planet Grant has been studying evolution in the Galapagos Islands for more than 40 years, and this discovery of a living member of the Fernandina...
Unwanted behaviors and nutrition
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Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day is July 10!
July 10 is Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day. Dr. Miller is known for her trailblazing leadership and purposeful dedication to the field of veterinary shelter medicine. If you are one of the millions of people that have adopted a dog or cat over the last three decades, you have Dr. Miller to thank. Dr. Miller transformed the lives of countless pets, developing the first veterinarian-written guidelines for shelter animal care, which are now used in shelters across the country to ensure the humane treatment of shelter pets. She created and...
Groupon Profits Off Animal Exploitation By Keeping Roadside Zoos In Business
Groupon makes its money by bringing business to companies who in turn offer discounted deals to customers. Services companies like restaurants, gyms, and hotels can benefit from this relationship, but As Sentient Media reports, Groupon also partners with businesses that exploit wild animals for tourist entertainment and profit. Groupon has worked with some of the most infamous wildlife exploiters in the United States, including the Garold Wayne Interactive Zoological Park (G.W. Exotic), the facility owned by “Tiger King” Joe...
A Sick and Swollen Stray Dog Fainted in Front of a Convenience Store
A poor dog was a sad sight in front of a convenience store — all sick and swollen. The stray dog seemed like she was only taking a good nap on the pavement, but it turns out she had already fainted. According to a video from AnimalSTEP official, the dog fainted due to sickness and exhaustion. Her face was severely swollen — a sign of infection, and as seen on the video, she was having difficulty breathing. Based on reports, the female dog might have been hit by something. Photo: Youtube/AnimalSTEP Official Thankfully, a good...
Stray Puppy with Crooked Leg Rescued, Doesn’t Let That Leg Get in Her Way
This story was submitted as part of the Fur-tastic Scrapbook contest. Winners will receive $500, plus $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite rescue. Submissions are being accepted through July 13. To share your story, click here! I rescued Breik when she was a tiny baby. She was running loose in a prominent part of Louisville, Kentucky, when animal control picked her up. The ACOs called me personally since I was a K9 Officer and very familiar with the Belgian Malinois breed. PHOTO: JULIE SCHMIDT Breik was a skinny puppy with a crooked...
Why Are Cats Terrified Of Cucumbers?
Cats may seem fierce and aloof, ready to take on the world and conquer their enemies – until a cucumber appears. If you’ve ever had a cat in your life, you likely know about the cucumber trick. You slide a cucumber behind your cat while they’re occupied and when they finally notice it, they freak out! Many people have taken to social media to share about their “cats versus cucumbers” and it’s made many people curious: Why are cats so terrified of the green fruit? Photo: Wikimedia Commons According to ABC...
Rescued Dogs Will Finally Taste Freedom After Flying To Safety For Independence Day
On July 4, we celebrate America’s independence and all the rights we hold dear. But life and liberty are also important for animals, especially for shelter pets hoping someone will adopt them. This is particularly true in the South, where shelter overcrowding leaves animals at risk of euthanasia. Not only are homeless pets forced to spend their days in crowded, noisy kennels, but they also risk their lives with each passing day they await forever homes. Photo: Pixabay In honor of Independence Day–and to celebrate The Animal Rescue...
How to Trim Dog Nails
How often should I trim my dog’s nails? Dog’s nails should be trimmed every three to four weeks, regardless of the dog’s breed, size or nail color. You can either use nail clippers like the guillotine clippers on the right or a Dremmel tool to grind the nail. © Melissa Kauffman Tools for trimming dog nails at home: You’ll need the following tools to trip nails at home. You can get these at a dog retail store or online at Chewy or Amazon. Will trimming my dog’s nails hurt him? Yes, if you trim the quick. The...
Bear Cub With Head Stuck In Plastic Jug Rescued Just In Time In Connecticut
Connecticut is home to over 1,200 black bear who are naturally curious animals. They will sniff and poke their heads into empty containers in search of food – which can lead to a dangerous situation. DEEP Wildlife biologists immediately responded to a report of a bear cub spotted with its head stuck in a tight plastic jug. Connecticut Fish and Wildlife shared the rescue story and wrote, “Given the warm weather and tight fit of the container, it was important to try and free the cub quickly.” Screenshot: Facebook/Connecticut...
A Golden Retriever was Given the Title “Best Nanny” in an Adorable Instagram Reel
Golden retrievers are considered one of the best family dog breeds you can adopt. Their gentle and friendly personalities make them excellent companions at home. Goldies are also intelligent dogs, so they are easy to train and quick to learn many tricks. Photos and videos of golden retrievers are one of the most shared content on the internet. Even on social media, pet accounts for goldies have many followers, and a lot of them are internet famous. The sweet golden retriever is truly a gift to humanity. A California family is lucky to have a...
Proposed Bill Would Eliminate Breed Discrimination In Public Housing
It is an unfortunate fact that stereotypes and unscientific assumptions about dog breeds can lead to discriminatory policies. This misinformation makes it so some breeds are more likely to get adopted than others, while property owners and local governments take these false impressions as reason to ban breeds like pit bulls and Rottweilers from being owned by tenants, according to the Humane Society of the United States. The Pets Belong With Families Act (H.R.5828) would eliminate dog breed restrictions in public housing. Assumptions about...
