Remembering a beloved colleague and friend
Lynn Spivak, a longtime animal welfare advocate and beloved former Maddie’s Fund® Communications Director, passed away on January 8. She was 74. A prolific writer, Spivak was best known for her dedication to publishing daily stories about the pets she tried to help, first at San Francisco’s SPCA and then at Maddie’s Fund. For decades, her colorful dispatches led to ample publicity for pets in need, promoting the cause of animal welfare in innovative ways. That was especially true during her 14...
Reward Offered To Find Cruel Person Who Tied Chihuahua In Multiple Bags And Left Her To Die Along Railroad Tracks
A man walking his dog along the railroad tracks in Vineland, New Jersey, inspected a green shopping bag his dog was sniffing and was shocked when he saw it move. He immediately brought the bundle of bags to South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter (SJRAS). Shelter workers cut open the shopping bags that were tied tightly around a duffel bag. They unzipped the urine-soaked duffel bag and found a young female Chihuahua shaking with fear. Screenshot: Facebook/South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter The traumatized dog jumped out of the bag and seemed...
Pet food homework: 3 steps to a better bowl
From counting carbs to doing the “adulteration math”, completing your pet food homework helps you select the best food for a “forever dog”. When Susan completed our Pet Food Homework to learn what she was truly feeding her dog, the results stunned her. Like thousands of others, she had no idea the extent to which her chosen brands delivered biologically inappropriate and overly processed grub that could cut her dog’s life short. It’s important to have complete clarity about your dog’s current food....
10 Dog Breeds That Get Along Well with Cats
There are cat people and there are dog people. Then there are folks who love them both equally. If you’re in that last camp, you may be wondering which dog breed is least apt to make your pets, well, fight like cats and dogs. Here are a few breeds that tend to fit the bill. Basset Hound PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / BODZA2 Basset hounds are known for being friendly with the whole family, kids and pets included. Their easy-going and calm nature means the presence of a feline won’t ruffle their feathers too much. The only snag in the plan...
Shelter “Velcro” Dog Looking For Someone Who Will Stick Around
Green Bean, affectionately called “Lil’ Bean”, at Kentucky Humane Society is described as a “velcro” dog, which pretty much means he never wants to leave your side. But who wouldn’t want this handsome fella by their side forever? Photo: Facebook/Kentucky Humane Society The 7-month-old puppy was transported from a rural shelter and is a little shy due to all the changes. The shelter wrote, “Our best guess for a breed is a Hound of some sort mixed with an American Pit Bull Terrier? Honestly we have no...
10 Superfoods For Dogs
Superfoods are foods that are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They help boost the immune system and fight against diseases. The nutrient-rich foods are not only good for humans, but several are beneficial for dogs as well. However, you should always consult a veterinarian before making any changes to your pup’s diet. The best way to keep your dog happy and healthy is by feeding a high-quality pet food and balanced diet. But who doesn’t love a fresh and tasty treat? Read on to learn about 10 superfoods that are...
Making Dog Pee & Poop Green
I’m betting that many of you don’t spend a lot of time analyzing the environmental impact of your dog’s poop deposits during a walk. You pull out a plastic bag, scoop up the stinky deposit and plop it in the nearest trash can. You feel good that you didn’t leave your dog’s doo-doo on a neighbor’s yard or on the edge of a hiking trail. But did you know that dog poop and pee are causing major threats to our ecosystem? Fortunately, there is a growing movement aimed at changing how we dispose of these canine...
Family Reunited With Missing Cat After She Interrupts Soccer Game On Live TV
When Alison Jubb lost her beloved cat Topsey in mid-2021, she worked tirelessly to find her. She put out calls on social media, put up posters, and held out hope. But time passed slowly, and Topsey didn’t show up. It was as if she’d simply disappeared. Then, one day, Topsey reappeared — on live television! Cat on the pitch 😺 There was a feline pitch invader in the 94th minute on Sheffield Wednesday vs Wigan last night 😊pic.twitter.com/DgJCVOAKuH — Sky Sports (@SkySports) February 9, 2022 “My...
Watch This Dog Reunite With Her Owner After One Week In Montana Winter Alone
It was the week before Christmas, and rancher Roger Jacobs of Shepherd, Montana was looking forward to a cozy holiday with his family, including his seven-year-old hunting dog, Salty. But when he accidentally left the gate to his property ajar, it didn’t take long for Salty to plunge into the freezing Montana countryside and disappear. Jacobs blew his whistle and called for her, but when she didn’t come back, he feared for the worst. Photo: Pixabay/SabrinaSchleifer Temperatures that night were well below zero, but Jacobs and his...
Study Finds More Than 80% Of Americans Fell In Love “At First Sight” With Their Dog
When my fiancée and I stopped by the shelter to pick up our first pup together, we waited anxiously in the lobby while our dog was brought to see us. We were wary about finding a good fit, but all of those concerns melted away the second we saw our dog and held him. Turns out, we aren’t alone. 82% of Americans describe the moment they chose their dog as “love at first sight,” according to a new poll. Photo: Pixabay/lokalsportessen The poll of 400 adults, commissioned by luxury dog grooming product company Rowan, had a...
Cat’s Custom Aquarium Lets Him See The Fish Face To Face
For one family’s curious cat, the aquarium and beautiful fish within that sat in a well-lit corner of the house was just too entrancing to ignore. The cat, named Jasper, would sit for hours and watch the fish float by — but he wanted more! Inspired by other cat-friendly furniture that they had seen online, the family decided to give him something much better than a front-row seat. PHOTO: MAXPIXEL Designed and built by Cincinnati-based aquarium supply store Aquatics and Exotics, the custom aquarium has a small square indentation at...
Rescuers Help Stray Mama And Her Puppies Get Off The Streets For Good
For anyone who has ever rescued a stray dog, you know it’s not always easy. Some stray dogs just don’t feel comfortable coming towards you. While you’re just there to help, you can totally understand their hesitation. Stray dogs often face cruelty and violence from other humans who might leave them scared and wary of trusting people. It’s not easy being a stray dog – especially being a stray dog who has puppies. Lexus was a stray dog who gave the Hope for Paws rescue a slightly tough time catching her. Photo:...
No One Wanted This ‘Grumpy Old Man’ Dog But Now He Has The Best Family
Humans aren’t the only ones who go through the aging process. Our pets also go through a whole aging process as well. Many times, our pets can even become “grumpy” in their old age. We had a cat that turned into a veritable grandpa with his attitude when he went past the age of thirteen. While older pets are precious in their own right, they are often overlooked at animal shelters. It’s sad but true. Many times, older animals aren’t adopted because people tend to gravitate towards the younger, more playful...
‘Giant Cats’ Help Save A Restaurant And Find Their Forever Homes At The Same Time
There is nothing quite like having a little kitten sitting on your lap, comfortably purring away. It is comforting, and one of the beautiful things in life that we all appreciate. The same thing couldn’t quite be said for giant cats that have the power to tear down buildings and destroy bridges. Of course, we realize that is something out of fantasy, but in Osaka, a restaurant recently employed some “giant cats” to save their business when the pandemic hit. Naoki Teraoka owns a restaurant in Osaka that uses miniature...
Listen To The Adorable Argument Between A Dog And A Little Baby
If you have a dog in your life, you already realize that we do some pretty funny things with them around. Each dog has its own personality and if we had our way, they would have their own voice as well. In fact, it’s not out of the ordinary to make up a fake voice for our beloved dogs and to speak for them, almost as if we were holding a conversation. We might even find that we are doing that with a human baby in the family as well. We just crave conversation! Even though dogs can’t communicate with us in the same way as other...
Dog Waits for Forever Home for Three Years, So Foster Family Decides to Officially Adopt 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’ve been fostering for our local shelter for several years and have had many dogs. (198 so far) One of my very favorites was Christmas, a chocolate lab/pittie mix. He was dumped at our shelter on Christmas Day 2009, hairless, scabbed, and itching. I started fostering him, got him meds for the skin issues, and fell in love with his sweet personality. He was about 4-years-old then....
February 27 Is International Polar Bear Day. Here Are 3 Ways To Help Save Them From Extinction
Sunday, February 27, is International Polar Bear Day, but we may not get to celebrate these majestic bears for much longer. Polar bears may weigh over 1,000 pounds and stand 10 feet tall, but they’re no match for climate change, which is edging these ice-dwelling bears out of their natural habitat and hunting/breeding ground. Photo: Pixabay Polar bears have already become the “poster child of climate change,” said one University of Toronto professor, Dr. Peter Molnar, of the grave danger presented by disappearing polar ice...
Interview with Belgian Malinois Lulu from Channing Tatum’s DOG movie
OK, well that’s her name in DOG, the film where she stars with Channing Tatum, who also co-directs along with Reid Carolyn. It’s a road buddy movie that also deals with the trauma war causes on our soldiers — both humans and dogs. The movie DOG, starring Belgian Malinois Britta — and, oh yes, Channing Tatum — is in theaters starting February 16th. Two former Army Rangers take a road trip to a fellow soldier’s funeral— Briggs, played by Channing Tatum — and Lulu played by several dogs with...
Dog Gone Dog Treats Recalled Due To Salmonella
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) issued a statement advising all pet owners who have Dog Gone Dog Treats to throw them out. Two adults in their 70’s and a child became sick from salmonella after handling the dog treats. “One open bag from a customer and several unopened bags purchased last week all tested positive for Salmonella at the State Public Health Laboratory,” states DPH. The recalled treats were made in Georgetown and sold locally. All pet and feed stores have removed the product from their...
Chicken Fostering Isn’t Just a Good Idea It’s Clucking Great
Jaime Blados with one of her foster chickens. Just before Christmas, Jaime Blados got an email that caught her attention. It asked if anyone could foster some chickens, who had come into Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village in Novelty, Ohio. Jaime is a regular foster for the organization. She mostly takes in dogs. One time she fostered a pig. But chickens? “I was like, ‘Yeah, we’ll give it a shot,’” Jaime says. “I’m always willing to try.” Some shelters have seen viral fame thanks to...
