UPS Driver Finds Woman’s Missing Dog Just In Time For Christmas
Christmas came early for one Tennessee woman, whose missing dog was hand-delivered by a UPS driver who found the pup along his route. Now the driver is being applauded for stopping to fetch a lost dog during one of his busiest days of the year. According to FOX Business, UPS driver Darrell Slack was busy making Christmas deliveries when a woman who lived on his route asked him to look out for her missing dog, Pete. Photo: YouTube/WRCB Chattanooga The 7-year-old Jack Russell Terrier (whose owner described him “a runner”) had just...
GreaterGood Charities Provides Supplies and Support to People and Pets After Devastating Tornadoes
On the night of December 10th, and continuing on into December 11th, a series of unprecedented weather events struck in six U.S. states. At least 30 tornadoes touched down in various parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee, leaving unspeakable devastation in their wake. Kentucky was hit especially hard; one of the tornadoes there, which originated in Arkansas, was on the ground for nearly two hours, covering more than 220 miles, the longest distance ever traveled by a tornado. It killed dozens of people and...
The ‘Loneliest Orca In The World’ Is Still Being Neglected
Lolita was taken from her family when she was just 4 years old. Handed over to the Miami Seaquarium for $6,000, she was forced into a life of captivity and made to perform day after day for the next 45 years. According to marine welfare watchdog organization Sea World of Hurt, Lolita is now the only surviving member of the pod of 90 orcas she once belonged to. Lolita was taken from her family when she was just 4 years old. This beautiful creature’s existence was marginalized, quite literally, as Lolita has been confined to one of the...
Wisconsin’s Capital City Bans Cat Declawing
Madison, the capital city of Wisconsin, just announced an immediate ban on cat declawing. They join a dozen other cities in the U.S., including the state of New York, and over 42 countries worldwide who have banned the cruel procedure. On the 7th of December, Madison’s City Council unanimously voted to pass the ordinance that “prohibit removing or disabling a cat’s claws by performing a declawing procedure.” Photo: Pixabay/gatchinakuprin The ruling was a big win for cats in Madison. “Today, every cat in Madison...
Dog Walking Habits by State
Jackie Brown Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry. She is contributing writer for National Geographic’s Complete Guide to Pet Health, Behavior, and Happiness: The Veterinarian’s Approach to At-Home Animal Care (April 2019) and author of the book It’s Raining Cats and Dogs: Making Sense of Animal Phrases (Lumina Press, 2006). Jackie is a regular contributor to pet and veterinary industry media and is the former editor of numerous pet...
How technology is improving your pet’s life
From pet cams to automated toys, here’s a look at some of the technological tools and devices that enhance the health and happiness of our dogs and cats. Technology has become such an integral part of our society that it’s hard to imagine life without it. It’s also making big waves in the pet industry, which offers a growing number of state-of-the-art tools and devices that make life easier, healthier and happier for our dogs and cats – and for us. Some of these devices, like microchips, have been around for a while;...
Woman Finds Her Dog Alive After Tornado Destroyed Neighborhood
On December 10, 2021, tornados touched down in Kentucky and resulted in what would be known as “one of the toughest nights in Kentucky history.” The tornados devastated homes and turned the city of Mayfield, Kentucky on its head. People lost their lives during the chaos, and those who survived were faced with the aftermath of the storm. Many returned to their flattened homes to search for missing family members, sentimental personal items, and pets. Photo: PICRYL/The U.S. National Archives While many are mourning what they return...
Young Boy Can’t Stop Hugging Stray Dogs
A young boy in Serbia was caught on camera giving a pair of stray dogs some hugs, and it’s warming the hearts of people around the world. The video was shared on Reddit by u/zperic1 and shows the boy petting two street dogs affectionately. He gets down on his needs to pet the dogs and gives them hugs before turning to leave. However, the boy doesn’t get far before he turns back. It seems he couldn’t leave without giving the pups one more hug! Photo: Reddit/zperic1 Photo: Reddit/zperic1 The sweet video went viral on TikTok,...
Three Dogs Cross The Road In Their Own Unique Way
Much like humans, dogs each have their own unique personalities and traits. Even dogs of the same breed are individuals and no dog two dogs are the same. This becomes evident when watching a video taken of three border collies out on a walk in the Lake District, UK. The three dogs all go to cross the road together, but they each do it in their own way. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog The first dog leaps across the entire road, effortlessly clearing the space and landing on a grassy bank on the other side. The second dog decides not to jump, but...
Disabled Cat Helps Wrap Christmas Presents
Most people who celebrate Christmas have begun gathering presents for the big day. Part of getting presents together includes wrapping them, which can turn into quite an ordeal for some people. It takes time to cut the wrapping to the right size for each gift and top it off with tape and a nice bow or ribbon. If you have cats or small children around trying to be helpers, the task becomes that much more challenging. Cats, in particular, make wrapping presents a challenge. They like to paw at the paper and pounce on the ribbons. Photo:...
Woman Steals Rescue Dog From Shelter’s Fundraising Event
Security footage captured a woman stealing a rescue puppy from a fundraising raising event in Holly Springs, North Carolina. The fundraising event was hosted at the Niche Wine Lounge on December 12th, 2021. Proceeds from the event were going to support the Pawfect Match Rescue and Rehabilitation, a non-profit that saves dogs and puppies from high-kill shelters. Ten rescue dogs, including puppies, were taken to the event to support the fundraiser and to getpeople interested in opening their homes to a rescue dog or puppy. Photo:...
You Could Be Fined Over $1,100 For Walking Your Dog In Certain Areas Of The UK
With winter weather in full swing, it can be tempting to spend all day cuddled up on the couch with a good book. Getting outside and getting fresh air can feel amazing, but it can be hard to muster up the courage to venture out. That is, unless you have a dog. Those with dogs still have to take their pets out for exercise and potty walks, regardless of what the weather brings. While heavy storms might mean shorter walks or even brief potty breaks in the yard, lighter winter weather can be the perfect time to stretch your legs and take your...
Hero Police Dog Uses Her Nose To Help Find Missing Girl
K-9 Izzy is a bloodhound who works for the Connecticut State Police. Now, this brave girl is being lauded for using her nose to find a missing 10-year-old girl. When a 10-year-old girl disappeared in Connecticut, K-9 Izzy and her handler were called in to help. Photo: Facebook/Connecticut State Police – Troop L Litchfield Although only 3 years old, Izzy has already proven her skill at finding missing people and/or suspects. In 2020, officers celebrated the determined pup for successfully tracking 48 people in that year alone. In one...
Polydactyl Kitten Rescued After Being Thrown Out of a Moving Car
This story has been shared as part of the Fur Fam Story Contest. Submissions were accepted through December 5th. Voting will run from December 6th through December 31st. Three grand prize winners will receive a $500 prize, plus $2000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. See all the stories here! Louie was a throw-away kitten. He and his two sisters were thrown out of a moving car into a blackberry patch. Fortunately, this act was seen by a hospital employee taking a break outside. He called a vet who also worked with the animal...
Cat Hits the Road As Co-Pilot to Her Trucker Mom
This story has been shared as part of the Fur Fam Story Contest. Submissions were accepted through December 5th. Voting will run from December 6th through December 31st. Three grand prize winners will receive a $500 prize, plus $2000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. See all the stories here! I found Tiny on June 9, 2017. She was starving, filthy, and covered in fleas. I thought she was probably at most 6 months old because she was so small. I picked her up, and my life has never been the same. PHOTO: BRIGITTE LEWIS After...
Two Unrelated Ginger Cats Get Adopted Together, Become Best Feline Friends
This story has been shared as part of the Fur Fam Story Contest. Submissions were accepted through December 5th. Voting will run from December 6th through December 31st. Three grand prize winners will receive a $500 prize, plus $2000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. See all the stories here! It was May 2014 and our family was poorer for having lost 18-year-old Howard just a month earlier and 16-year-old Kipling the previous year. It was far too soon to adopt another cat. However, my friend Susan was volunteering for a shelter...
Stray Baby Slept In Alleyway On Dirty Mat When Mama Rejected His Infection
In a poverty-stricken town, stray animals already cause enough trouble for the residents. It is common to see them everywhere. People are so poor they cannot afford food, but they still try to help these innocent animals. One stray puppy was in distress. The people called for help and provided him with medical attention. Source: Animal Aid Unlimited Animal Aid arrived to find a puppy lying in an alleyway. His face was swollen and caked with blood. What had happened to this poor pooch? Amazingly, despite the pain, the puppy wagged his...
Watching Their Manners: How to Get Your Dog to Stop Begging
Does this scene sound familiar? You sit down at the table to eat and suddenly you sense that you’re being watched. You look down and your dog is right there, staring at you with those puppy dog eyes they know are so hard for you to resist. You do your best to ignore them, but when the whining and barking begin, you relent and give them what they’re looking for: a little snack from the table. If this is a regular occurrence in your home, you’ll be happy to know that you’re not alone – many pet parents struggle...
Canine Breeders Deny Puppies The Playtime They Need For Proper Development
The importance of outdoor play time for dogs cannot be overstated, but it’s sadly ignored by a large amount of breeders in the United States. Dogs need exercise every day, during their formative years and beyond, if they are to grow and thrive. It’s physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy for them, Pet Place maintains, and can involve as little as 15 minutes of strenuous activity a day. There are different developmental stages of a puppy’s life that can make the difference between a happy, healthy and well-socialized...
$10,000 Reward Being Offered To Find Monster Who Set Dog On Fire In Georgia
DeKalb County Police Department received a distressing call on December 5 about a Labradoodle engulfed in flames and running down the road. Witnesses put out the fire and the dog was rushed to a veterinary clinic in critical condition. He survived and was named Will for his strong will to live. He has undergone multiple debridement procedures and still has a long road of recovery ahead, but he is expected to survive. 12-14-21 Will update. Will had a tough day today so he got some extra love to help him through. Unfortunately, it’s...
