9 Irish Dog Breeds
Ireland is known for its beautiful landscapes, Guinness, whiskey, shamrocks, and rich history. But did you know that the Emerald Isle has nine registered dog breeds with some dating back as far as the 16th century? The Irish Kennel Club shared that Ireland’s dog breeds consist of two hounds, three gundogs, and four terriers. Learn more about these fascinating dogs and why you would be lucky to own any one of them. Irish Wolfhound Photo: Pixabay The wire-coated sighthound is the tallest dog breed in the world, with males measuring over 3...
Picture Perfect Dogs of Peru
Since retiring from veterinary medicine in 2017, I’ve had more time to pursue my favorite pastimes: travel and photography. The pandemic has made travel more challenging but not impossible. In October of 2021, I finally checked off a major item on my bucket list: a trip to Peru. My visit took me to Lima, Ollantaytambo, Cusco, Paracas and Machu Picchu. I expected the mountainous vistas, colorful clothing, fabulous food and cultural history. What I didn’t expect was so many dogs! In every city, on nearly every street, I saw dogs...
How CBD can help support your pet’s digestive health
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Watch Bobcat Fight With Invasive Python In Florida Swamp
Florida has a problem with invasive species, and pythons in particular. The massive snakes can grow to 20 feet long or more. Female pythons can lay 50-100 eggs per year, and with no natural predators they have been free to multiply and take over large swathes of the Everglades, making short work of native mammals. According to a study by the US Geological Survey, pythons were responsible for a 99.3% drop in the local raccoon population, while opossums dropped by 98.9%, and bobcats 87.5% since 1997. Marsh rabbits, cottontail rabbits, and foxes...
Dozens Of Dogs Rescued From Living Outside In Squalor In Freezing Temperatures
Dozens of dogs and puppies are now safe after the Humane Society of the United States and 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office rescued them from an alleged cruelty situation in San Miguel County, New Mexico. Local authorities with the San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office served a search and seizure warrant after they received concerns about the welfare of animals on the property. Photo: YouTube/HSUS Upon arrival, they discovered dozens of neglected dogs and more than ten puppies living in squalor. They were confined to crowded,...
Rescue Otter Has Adorable, Humorous Ways to Attract Attention and Get Treats
Meet Mr. Chow! The sweetest and funniest otter at the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary! Mr. Chow came from a Texas sister zoo of the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary, and he was just a baby at the time, learning how to swim. Now, he is all grown up and has learned many tricks, like how to welcome guests by biting their shoes! Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Dumpling came from the same zoo, and she quickly became the apple of Mr. Chow’s eyes. He was very protective of her and would always come to her side whenever he heard her cry. The two of...
Cat Without Eyes Makes It Off The Streets And Into A Loving Forever Home
After being found as a kitten on the streets of Greece, Dmitri was given a second chance at life. Rescuers quickly recognized the little feline wouldn’t make it on his own and they took him to get medical care. The kitten was suffering from a terrible infection that meant they had to remove both of his eyeballs. It wasn’t a choice the rescuers wanted to make, but there were no other options. Finding a home for a disabled cat can be challenging, but Dmitri was fortunate enough to find his way from Greece to London, thanks to a cat...
Elderly Dog Dumped Outside A Shelter Is Living Out Her Golden Days In Peace
Caring for a senior dog is no easy feat. They often have medical issues that make their care expensive and time-consuming, and some lose their teeth or mobility and require special food and accommodations. Senior pup care is something every dog owner should think about when adopting a puppy or young dog, but it’s often overlooked. As a result, a lot of elderly dogs are dumped at shelters when things get tough and it can be hard for them to find a new home. After all, most people gravitate towards younger dogs and puppies. But for some...
Pregnant Stray Finds A Forever Home While Searching For A Bite To Eat
When Jacks Anderson and his wife went out to eat at a restaurant, they expected to have a nice meal and continue about their day. But as they were sitting at the table outside, they noticed a stray dog hungrily watching from a short distance away. As the owners of No Bad Dogs K9 Training & Rescue, the couple quickly took interest in the stray dog, but she was eventually shoed away by the restaurant staff. While they thought that would be the end of it, they ended up spotting the dog again after leaving the restaurant. When they saw her...
Good Samaritan Rescues Injured Husky From The Streets
When one Good Samaritan spotted a husky wandering through busy streets, they knew they needed to act fast. While many people likely saw the husky, who appeared to be injured, and simply drove by, this one person decided to stop and that made all the difference in the world. With the help of a friend, they were able to secure the husky in their house and call Hope For Paws for help. While waiting for Hope For Paws rescuer JoAnn Wiltz to arrive, the Good Samaritan searched lost animal pages to see if they could find the husky’s owner but...
Cat Glares At Camera During Owner’s Zoom Calls
Cats are notorious for being cold and aloof. Of course, no two cats are the same and some are friendlier than others, but it’s safe to say that Pixie is not one of those cats. Abby Tomlison, Pixie’s owner, recently shared something her cat does when she’s on Zoom calls. Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, a lot of people have transitioned to using Zoom calls for work, school, and even social gatherings. It seems Pixie has become accustomed to her owner’s antics on the computer and has decided to join in, in her own...
Shelter Cat Interrupts Reporter With Adorable Sneeze
If you’ve ever owned a cat before, you know that they like to be the star of the show. No matter what’s going on, cats are queen (or king) or the roost. Even cats at the shelter like to have all attention on them, and that became clear when CBC Montreal reporter Alex Leduc tried to film a segment at his local SPCA and was adorably interrupted by a friendly feline. In a video shared by CBC, Alex can be seen at the SPCA. He’s standing right in front of a cat stand and a furry kitty is perched right on top of it. Photo: Max...
If Your Shelter Is Full Or Close To Full, Here’s What To Do Today
Last summer, we gave you 12 tips for managing intake during a space crisis. With summer approaching again, these tips should be front of mind as your shelter prepares for the seasonal influx of kittens, puppies, dogs, and cats—or if you’re already getting full. But what can you do to prevent a space crisis before it happens, or to help prevent a space crisis from becoming worse? That’s where these five tips aimed at keeping families together come in. Supporting families in your community not only keeps people and...
Weigh-in on the latest Maddie’s Pet Forum posts
Have you been to Maddie’s® Pet Forum lately? The online hub for animal welfare professionals is the place to go to ask questions, give advice, share a success story and network with others in the field. You’ll likely find someone who has been where you have been, and who can impart their learnings onto you. Whether you have advice to give or have the same question yourself, here’s a round-up of some recent posts. We’d love if you’re contribute or share your successes with your peers! Volunteer trainingsWith...
Human Works Hard to Give Bunny with Arthritis a Good Life
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 met at an animal shelter when he was about 4-years-old. I’d just lost my Buster bunny and swore I’d never get another one because it hurt too bad. RABBIT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / SCVISHNU7 Then a friend sent me a link to his picture on PetFinder.com; he was named Gregory then. I dropped everything. It was the first bunny that the new volunteer at the shelter had shown. She handed...
Ukraine Man Clings To Cat After Bombs Destroy Family Home, Killing Everyone Else Inside
On February 24, 2022, Russian troops invaded Ukraine on Feb 24, triggering Europe’s biggest conflict since 1945. Since then, the fighting has only grown more deadly, killing innocent civilians, terrifying animals, and causing millions of people to flee to nearby countries, often with pets in tow. Meanwhile, heartbreaking photos coming out of Ukraine continue to illustrate the deadly effects of Putin’s war. Photo: Twitter/MFA of Ukraine Now Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has shared photos of a Ukrainian man clutching...
Eggbert, the Cat with a Missing Eye and Nostril, Finds His Forever Home!
Eggbert the cat was born with a missing left eye and nostril. But his first human family did their best to give him a good life. He grew up until two years old in their care, and their main concern about his health was Eggbert’s occasional seizures. When their ability to care for him and his health problems became too taxing, they entrusted Eggbert to Fairfield Area Humane Society (FAHS), a pet adoption service in Lancaster, Ohio. They gave him up with a heavy heart but believed he would benefit from it. FAHS was happy to welcome...
Woman Survives Breast Cancer, Thanks to Her Yorkshire Terrier, Who Warned Her
“I didn’t think dogs could detect cancer, I thought it was a lot of hoo-ha really, but this proves that they can and how amazing they are.” Karena Kirk-Drain is alive and healthy, thanks to her Yorkshire terrier Bella-Boo. Bella warned Karena about the cancerous lump in her chest back in 2013. But it took a long while for Karena to realize that her dog’s strange behavior was a warning sign for her. Bella wept and moped for weeks after Karena’s late mom’s birthday in October. Karena thought that Bella must...
A Puppy Whose Teeth Were Pulled Out Gets Rescued and Finds a Loving Foster Home
“We recently took in this sweet baby, his name is Toothless. Animal control let us know that this 9-month-old boy had all of his teeth pulled out by someone. We could not say no to taking him in, and he quickly stole all of our hearts,” Royal Animal Refuge posted on their Facebook page recently. In addition to having almost all of his teeth pulled out except for his two back molars, Toothless was suffering from deadly parvovirus when he arrived. The pit bull puppy was immediately taken to a veterinary clinic for treatment. Royal...
You Can Take Lovable Pictures of Your Pets by Following These 7 Easy Steps
Pets are among the most challenging subjects to photograph. Yes, there are some of them who seem to know how to look awesome on camera. But many pets do not care at all how their photographs will look, even if you cajole them repeatedly or promise them extra treats. They are more interested in simply being themselves, playful and carefree. So, how can you make a successful photoshoot with pets? Here are 7 easy steps to create amazing pet photographs: 1. Talk with the pet owner about the best time to do their pet’s photoshoot Photo:...
