Mineral deficiencies and chronic illness in dogs
Mineral deficiencies are some of the most easily preventable underlying causes of chronic illness in dogs. Here’s how ancient minerals can bridge the gap. After years of study, Dr. Linus Pauling (who won the Nobel Prize twice) concluded that you can trace every sickness, every disease, and every ailment to a mineral deficiency. The same conclusion can be extended to include our dogs as well as humans. For example, skin disease that is often mistaken for allergies can arise from a lack of minerals. Low immunity (chronic infections) or...
7 Ways to Keep Walks Peaceful
Walking a dog is one of life’s pleasures and while my dogs and I look forward to our daily excursions, I am well aware that many people don’t feel the same. I have worked with countless dogs over the years who pull on the leash, bark at people, lunge at other dogs and generally make walking a chaotic and unpleasant experience. But with a bit of work and a whole lot of understanding, walks can become enjoyable again for both ends of the leash. Here are some ways to make walking your dog a walk in the park. Stop the pull The No. 1...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Officer Frees Deer Entangled in Christmas Lights
Many of us enjoy the holiday cheer Christmas lights bring, but you have to be careful with your decorations if wildlife is apt to stop by. An officer with Colorado Parks and Wildlife recently encountered a good example of this. Officer Joe Nicholson came to the aid of a buck deer in Jefferson County, Colorado, who had string lights wrapped around his antlers. As you can see in pictures shared by the agency’s Northeast Region, they had gotten pretty well entangled. A buck in western Jefferson County became entangled in Christmas lights....
Shy Black Kitten Becomes Foster Fail, Helps Foster Generations of Kittens
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! When I moved to my town 25 years ago, I saw a lot of stray cats in the area. My search for a shelter came up empty. We didn’t have one that serviced our town. My search did, however, put me in touch with a local rescuer who offered to loan me traps and teach me how to use them. Thus began my rescue career. My efforts caught the attention of the small weekly paper, and they did a...
Thrift Store Workers Find Cat Inside Donated Recliner
We’ve all found change in the sofa, but workers at one Colorado thrift store found a much larger treasure tucked in the cushions. The unusual incident occurred at a thrift store in Denver as workers sorted through new items donated on New Years’ Eve. According to 9 News, workers were inspecting a donated beige recliner when they found an orange tabby cat curled up inside. Photo: Facebook/Denver Animal Shelter The cat, whose name was Montequllo, must have also been equally startled by this strange situation. The orange cat may have...
10 Impressive Animal Snow Sculptures
Snow is a swear word to some people, but others see it as a blank canvas to sculpt into a work of art. Most people can build a snowman or create a snow angel in the fluffy white powder, but artists create masterpieces. They brave the bitter cold weather to create something that will bring a smile to the face of everyone who sees it – knowing it will eventually melt away. Large blocks of snow are molded with various tools and come to life. Artists are inspired by many things, including animals. Check out 10 impressive animal snow...
What’s new in cat research?
Over the next two years, studies funded by Morris Animal Foundation will offer cat parents new insights on how to best care for their feline companions. Morris Animal Foundation has funded feline health studies for more than 70 years to improve the health and well-being of cats everywhere. We’ve contributed to the development of the first vaccine for feline leukemia, pioneered cat genetic research and improved the health and welfare of shelter cats around the world. We also were among the first to recognize and invest in better pain...
Webcast: Join us for a two-part transport program series
Does your transport program need some rejiggering? Or perhaps a transport program is a New Year’s resolution for your organization? Either way, the “Transport Program Recharge” webcast series is for you! This two-part series will first focus on creating great partnerships with your transport partners. Once you have amazing partnerships in place, increasing foster and adoptive placements are up next. Join Kelly Duer, Foster Care Specialist at Maddie’s Fund® and Clare Callison, Maddie’s...
Malnourished Kitten with Fragile, Undeveloped Bones Transforms After Being Rescued
He “fell off a fence and needs lots of rest.” That’s what the first owners of Orlando the Ragdoll cat said in a Gumtree ad in Australia. They were looking for someone else to take in Orlando, who they said had special needs. Fortunately, a rescue stepped in to help this injured feline, and he ended up with a huge fan club in his corner. Best Friends Felines, a cat rescue in Brisbane, collected Orlando and brought him in for tests. X-rays showed he didn’t have any fractured bones after his apparent fall, but...
After Being Burned Beyond Recognition, Rescued Cat Reunited With Owner Thanks To Microchip
When wildfires ravaged the town of Superior, Colorado, hundreds of animals were trapped in the deadly blaze. One of those pets was a 9-year-old cat named Merlin, who escaped through an open sliding glass door while his house went up in flames. “I can’t imagine what he saw through his little kitty eyes,” Merlin’s owner, Camden Hall, told 9 News. “It had to have been quite terrifying.” Photo: Facebook/Soul Dog Rescue But though Merlin escaped with his life, the 9-year-old cat didn’t emerge from the...
GreaterGood Partners with Organization of Hope to Deliver Toys and Necessities to Kids in Need
The Christmas season is all about doing things to show others we care and spreading holiday cheer. This year, donations from generous supporters have allowed GreaterGood, in partnership with Greater Good Charities, to spread lots of good Christmas cheer by sending toys and basic necessities to at-risk and needy children. Photo: Organization of Hope, MD In Maryland, GreaterGood and Greater Good Charities (GGC) teamed up with Organization of Hope (OOH) to support children at elementary schools in three different districts in the Baltimore area....
Rescue Cat With Spectacular Mustache Looks Like Groucho Marx
A tuxedo cat named Mostaccioli (“Mosta” for short) is going viral for her resemblance to one of America’s greatest comedians, Julius Henry “Groucho” Marx. “The secret of life is honesty and fair dealing. If you can fake that, you’ve got it made.” –Groucho Marx Posted by Purple Clover on Sunday, October 18, 2015 The feline has a black coat and white chest but also has a distinctive black mustache, which can occur in tuxedo cats. The unique shape has captured the attention of people...
Golden Retriever Puppy Refuses To Get Out Of Bed In Relatable Viral Video
How many alarms do you have to set to get you out of bed in the morning? Leaving the comfort of a warm and cozy bed is hard for many humans and dogs. While most of us eventually get up to face the day, an adorable golden retriever puppy decided staying in bed was a better idea. A video posted on TikTok of the fluffy pup has viral and it is clear to see why. Photo: Unsplash/Amy Humphries The puppy named Luna is tucked under the covers with her head on a soft pillow and looks like the definition of comfortable. Her parents tried to get her up...
8 Telltale Signs Puppers Is Too Plump
Ugh — who wants to read more about weight loss, keeping weight off, what to eat, what not to eat? As painful as it is to you, it’s even more painful for pooches who carry unnecessary extra pounds. The following indicators mean it’s time to turn your pup from fat and frumpy to phat and fabulous. Someone asks when your dog will deliver her puppies Ouch! If your dog could understand language and conversation on that level, he (or she) would dig a deep, deep hole and crawl in it of shame. With a bone. Covered in meat. Whether...
Stray Cat Walks Straight Into House, Jumps on Couch, and Never Leaves
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! About nine years ago, my middle daughter was with me watching “Funny Girl” on the TV in our living room. She told me, “I keep hearing a cat meow and I’m pretty sure there are no cats in ‘Funny Girl.’” I had just come through my bedroom and knew our elderly Siamese was asleep on my bed, so it wasn’t him. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY/KTPHOTOGRAPHY It...
Hero Dog Saves Injured Hiker By Keeping Him Warm Until Help Arrives
There are many reasons to go hiking with dogs, including the chance to get some fresh air, exercise, and to bond. But a heartwarming story from Croatia shows another reason to hike with your furry companion. When an injured hiker was stranded on a mountain in Croatia, his loyal dog saved his life. Photo: Pixabay When Grga Brkic fell during a weekend hike in Croatia’s Velebit mountains, his situation initially looked grim. Not only was the hiker hurt so badly that he couldn’t move, Brkic was trapped on a snowy peak nearly 6,000...
Winter Vacation Coming? Make Sure You’re Ready with National Pet Travel Safety Day Information
January 2nd marks National Pet Travel Safety Day, a time to make a resolution to keep your dog or cat safe every time you get in the car. Do you have a winter vacation coming up? We put together some of our top tips for traveling safely with your pets. Find the right carrier Whether you’re traveling by car or air, your pet needs to be safely secured in a carrier – you wouldn’t drive without a seatbelt, so your pet shouldn’t be loose inside your car! When choosing a carrier, you want to find one that is large enough for...
After Saving Thousands of Dogs, Tragedy Strikes Famed Rescue Family
Aria, Austin, and Isabella Amos are still teenagers, but they’ve already spent years helping homeless animals. The Australian siblings were just kids when they joined their parents, Rachel and Anthony Amos, on a cross-country road trip across the United States. For 3 years, the Amos’ lived and traveled in an RV to raise awareness about animal adoption–and the millions of shelter pets needlessly euthanized in the U.S. each year. The family’s Bathe to Save tour ultimately saved thousands of lives, raised money for...
Dog Pulls Cat Around In Cardboard Box And Both Have The Time Of Their Lives
Cats and dogs can get along and even be best pals. If you don’t believe me, meet a Labrador named Camper and his feline friend, Leo. The two not only tolerate each other but actually enjoy playing together. One of their favorite activities involves a box and a leash. It all started about a year ago when Camper became jealous of Leo riding around in a box on top of a vacuum. Camper wanted to join in on the fun so their humans, Kevin and Tricia, attached a leash to a cardboard box. As soon as Leo gets into the box, Camper picks up the...
You don’t want to miss the National Calls this month!
How would you like to hang out with your fellow colleagues for an hour each week AND be eligible to win a giveaway from Maddie’s Fund?! Starting in this month, that is exactly what Maddie’s Fund will be doing on the Monday Shelter and Rescue Support call and the Friday Animal Welfare Leadership Roundup call. We’ve heard that these calls have been invaluable to so many of you. And, now, they are going to get even better! If you’re not already registered for the calls, please do so now. And if you are registered, please...
