Nebraska Shelter Dog Finally Experiences “Gotcha Day” After Waiting Nearly 5 Years
On December 7, 2017, a Shepherd mix arrived at Capital Humane Society and was named Baby Girl. She quickly won the hearts of staff and volunteers who thought she would be adopted quickly. However, as the months turned to years, the sweet girl became the longest tenured adoption animal. They refused to give up on her and spoiled her with love and attention while they waited for the right person to come forward. Baby Girl takes some time to warm up to people, but once she does, she will show off her playful side. Tossing toys in the air and...
Help for Kennel Cough (Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease)
Injections, intranasal drops and even oral vaccines can protect against the most common infectious organisms. ©Mario Forcherio / EyeEm | Getty Images Room 3 sounded like a barnyard. It was an uncharacteristically slow (and peaceful) Monday morning at my veterinary clinic. Any illusion of tranquility was shattered by what could fittingly be described as an eruption of wall-trembling goose honking. Either someone had confused me for a farm vet, or I had a pretty good idea of what lay on the other side of the exam room door — and it...
Many Cat Owners Believe that Their Pets Must be Allowed to Roam Freely Regardless of Risks
“Cats allowed to free-roam can lead to predation of wildlife, including native wildlife, disruption of wildlife behaviour, spreading disease like toxoplasmosis, which is a threat to our endangered marine mammals and can be transferred to humans as well. (Outdoor) cats are also at an increased risk of injury or harm to themselves,” said University of Canterbury master’s student Sarah Chamberlain who is also a cat owner. Cat containment is a controversial issue for many people around the world who own cats. Photo:...
Burglar was Caught by Police Officers due to a Cat’s Collar with GPS Device
Crime does not pay. And thanks to a cat’s collar which serves as a GPS device, police officers were able to catch a burglar near Toulouse. The owners of the house were out when the burglary happened in the village of Cintegabelle located in Haute-Garonne department in southwestern France. Photo: YouTube/Hype Tech The burglars rummaged through a trailer that was parked outside and got away with their stolen goods in a couple of cars belonging to the cat’s owners as well. As they returned home, the couple discovered the burglary but...
Zoo Welcomes a New Puppy to be Their Cheetah Cub’s Best Friend
A cheetah cub named Rozi will not be alone anymore at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Soon, she will have a companion from the Animal Rescue Fund, Inc. — and that is Daisy, a new puppy! Photo: YouTube/LOCAL 12 Cincinnati Zoo’s cheetah ambassadors like Rozi are always paired with dogs as they grow up. And just like the many cheetah-dog pairs before them, Rozi and Daisy will be experiencing the world together, learning from each other, with Daisy helping Rozi to be trained into one of the zoo’s noble cheetah...
Stray Cats are being Killed and Mutilated at US Military Bases in Hawaii and South Korea
“It is our understanding that a group of soldiers from the 1st battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division purchased blow dart guns while on a recent training mission to Indonesia and brought them home to Hawaii. We have seen multiple cats with darts currently in them,” said KAT Charities founder Dr. Karen Tyson. Photo: YouTube/The Korea Times Killing and mutilation of feral cats are being reported in Hawaii by KAT Charities Animal Rescue. According to reports, the cats are being targeted...
Pair of Animal Lovers Sets Out to Help Skittish, Injured Stray Cat
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! It was a freezing cold January night when a cat that we had seen hanging around our yard showed up on our back porch. We had been putting food and water out for him. When I looked out and saw him, there was blood everywhere! He looked terrified and I was worried that he had been hit by a car. When I opened the door to see if I could help him, he ran and I could see he was limping badly....
Hilarious Video Of A Puppy Distracting Its Owner Goes Viral And People Are Cheering For The Cute Pup
When something is easily done, it’s like taking candy from a baby, they said. But what if it’s a baby vs baby situation? PHOTO: Unsplash/Stephen Andrews A video originally posted on Instagram has gone viral but it seems like it has already been deleted, with the original post already having 2 million views the last time it was checked. Since then, a reuploaded version of the video has been posted by ViralHog just in the latter part of March and it already has more than 300,000 views. The hilarious interaction between a cute little...
“Survivor” Dogs From Dog Meat Farms In South Korea Showcased In Photo Series by Award-Winning Photographer
A photo is worth a thousand words but in a series of photos taken by award-winning photographer, Sophie Gamand, each photo is worth a thousand tail wags. She is known for her life-altering photos that changed the way the world views pit bulls. “Since 2014, I have been taking photographs of adoptable pit bulls, for free, from all around the United States. Many had been waiting for homes for years. The portraits celebrate these dogs’ inherent personality, vulnerability, and individuality and have not only led to hundreds of dogs...
Why does your cat stare at you?
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A Woman and Her Baby Flamingo Had the Sweetest Reunion Most Unexpectedly
Many reunion stories on the internet include a human and an animal. Some stories would make you shed a tear or two. As for Elly Albers, it was both heartwarming and surprising to know Baby can still recognize her. Baby is a flamingo who Elly took care of three years ago. Elly manages an NGO in the Netherlands called the Mangrove Info Center. It was established in 2022, and in 2018, Elly opened the Bonaire Wild Bird Rehab. The organization provides protection and a home for sick, injured birds of the wild. Baby was the first flamingo Elly...
The Best Friends National Conference is just one month away!
We can’t wait to attend the Best Friends National Conference next month, July 7-9, in Raleigh, NC! Will we see you there? Maddie’s Fund® is a proud sponsor of the conference where you’ll learn how to make an impact from some of the top leaders in animal welfare — and all while having fun! Plus, you’ll make meaningful connections with fellow animal welfare volunteers and staff members from across the country. Best Friends shared a sneak peak of the speaker list on their site, including: Rene...
10 Low Maintenance Dog Breeds in Terms of Grooming and Salon Visits
The responsibility of adopting a dog does not just stop with providing them with basic necessities such as food, water, and shelter. To ensure better health, dogs must have a grooming routine twice a month or each quarter of the year. Keeping dogs clean is the best way to start taking care of their health. You need to have your trusted dog salons for a major clean up — or you can do the minimal grooming tasks at home. Photo: PxHere Planning a grooming routine is essential to your dog’s health. Dogs love to play outside, and their...
Chimpanzee Star ‘Tonka’ Found Alive After Owner Faked His Death
You may not know Tonka by name, but it’s possible you’d recognize him as the chimpanzee star in ’90s films like George of the Jungle and Buddy. He’s an animal star that won a lot of hearts over the years, co-acting alongside the likes of Alan Cumming and Brendan Fraser. Sadly, Tonka’s years of stardom didn’t lead to such a bright future. In fact, Tonka eventually wound up with Tonia Haddix as an owner, an animal broker at the former Missouri Primate Foundation. Animal rights organization PETA found Tonka at...
Cat ‘Graduates’ University Alongside His Owner After Attending Zoom Classes
Like many students, Francesa Bourdier was caught in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic during her college career. Rather than letting that stop her, she opted to take online classes when her university switched to virtual learning and she recently graduated! However, she didn’t graduate alone. She did it right alongside her best friend, a feline named Suki. Photo: flickr/Helena Jacoba Francesa studied at the University of Texas at Austin and Suki joined her for zoom lectures and homework sessions. It only seemed fitting that the cat...
Abandoned Barn Kitten with Trouble Walking is Rescued, Nursed Back to Health
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! For several years, I rented a small apartment on a farm. The farm owner left a lot to be desired in terms of animal care. My studio apartment was right next to his barn, where feral barn cats lived. (and, sadly, died) I helped when I could, but with my own animals, I couldn’t take on the task of caring for the whole feral colony. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ANDREAS LISCHKA One afternoon,...
Six Signs You’ve Found The Best Pet Sitter
As much as you want your pet to join you for all of your adventures, it’s not always possible. This is why it’s important to have a trusted pet sitter who can care for your pets while you’re away. For first-time pet parents, this process can feel daunting – how do you find the best pet sitter for your furry family member? To help you out, we’ve put together a list of things you should look for when interviewing potential sitters. They’re happy to provide client references Professional pet sitters will...
7 Tips on how to hold a memorial service for your dog that has died
Losing your dog is hard as he’s one of the closest members of your family so having a memorial service is an important part of the grieving process: here’s how to do it. “For many, a memorial service or celebration of a pet’s life can be an important, meaningful part of the grieving process,” says Maryglenn Warnock, a certified pet bereavement counselor and ordained pet funeral officiant/pet chaplain who currently serves on the advisory board of Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary, on the board of the Nashville...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Behavior resources, paid family leave, and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. How to improve your animal welfare organization’s presence, and why it mattersDoes your organization show up in a Google search? To answer this question, it would depend on what the search was. With the majority of people using Google to search online, it’s important to understand what they’re searching as it pertains to your organization, and even more importantly, for your organization to show up in… Learn More These free...
Today’s Must-Know Rules of the Road
Anna Jacoby planned to hit the road with her beloved adopted dog, Jack. But as she plotted her “workcation” to Denver, Colorado, she put on the brakes. She discovered Jack would face extra scrutiny in The Mile-High City because he’s a Pit Bull. The breed is only allowed in Denver if owners pay to have their dogs evaluated and permitted — this also applies to visitors. “If you have a bully breed and you want to take a road trip in America, you have to check the local laws,” Anna says. “It’s...
