Wildflowers Are Feeding At-Risk Bees Around The Country, Thanks To You
Wildflowers provide food and habitat to countless bee species, some endangered. Sadly, they are disappearing almost as fast as the vital pollinators. But thanks in part to your generous donations, wildflowers are starting to bloom once again. The world can’t survive without bees and bees can’t survive without flowers, so GreaterGood partnered with the Bee Girl Organization and Borderlands Restoration Network to plant native wildflowers. Photo: Pixabay/Photorama The pollen-rich flowers will not only feed bees but will also feed...
Healthier harnesses are a cut above
Check out these practical “works of art” and other accessories from Puccissimé Pet Couture. A few weeks into puppy class, Alix McNeill’s trainer recommended she try a prong collar for her beagle mix, Daisy. “I was a bit shocked and heartbroken,” explains Alix. “Yes, Daisy was pulling when we walked, but there was no way I was going to use one of those devices.” Instead, Alix changed trainers, hit the internet and found a unique no-pull harness that has proved the perfect solution for...
Virginia Beach SPCA Seeks Help After Rescuing 45 Dogs From Hoarding Situation
Virginia Beach Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (VBSPCA) posted a plea for help after taking in 45 dogs surrendered from a hoarding situation on the Eastern Shore. According to the rescue, over 100 dogs were living inside the home in deplorable conditions. “They are scared, dirty, and covered in fleas. These dogs have never been outside of that house before now,” posted VBSPCA. Screenshot: Facebook/Virginia Beach SPCA The dogs are currently being examined by a vet and most will remain in the care of the SPCA until...
Does your cat have a food allergy — or a food intolerance?
They’re not one and the same. Understanding the difference between a food allergy and food intolerance is the first step to helping your cat back to health. If your cat has a problem with a particular food, you probably assume he’s allergic to it. But that’s not necessarily the case. True food allergies are relatively uncommon. In fact, your cat may actually have what’s termed a food intolerance. Let’s take a look at food allergies and intolerances in cats, and the differences between their causes,...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: The importance of language, positive marketing webinar and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Now is the time to send an end-of-year mailer for your animal organization!This guest post is written by Caitlin Daly, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Lollypop Farm. In a recent interview, she stressed the importance of end-of-year mailer (appeals). We asked her if it was too late to send one, and while it’s cutting it close, it can be done! Below are her tips. [Note: This originally… Learn More To find adopters and...
Watch Adorable Dogs Become Ultra-Creepy While Having A Nightmare
Dogs tend to act much differently when they are asleep. Even the sweetest pup that you know will completely change its disposition when it comes time for sleep. It’s hilarious to watch, isn’t it? Our pups turn into zombies when they are asleep. We often find ourselves wondering what they are doing in their dreams because the way that they act is so funny to watch. In the majority of instances, dogs happen to be the sweet and most adorable creatures. Perhaps sleepy time is their moment to let the inner beast come out and play?...
Adorable Halloween “Spider Pug” Takes A Walk Outside
Halloween is almost here and we have a number of major decisions to make. For starters, we are wondering if we are going to dress up our pets. Cats and dogs seem to have varying levels of willingness to play along in these instances, that is for sure. If you are anything like us, you are considering it for this year, and/or you have already done this in the past. Those who are thinking about it as we speak would do well to check out our pal Gus the pug here. Unlike some dogs that are less than enthused about rocking a costume, Gus knows how...
Cat Steals Cookie But Gets Robbed By Dog
The relationship that cats and dogs have is so funny, isn’t it? It’s like they are natural enemies, but the smartest cats and dogs have been known to find ways to work together. While that is not quite what happened here, it is a form of teamwork, nonetheless. Those who keep treats in their homes can relate to this one. The owners in question here have made one of the most common mistakes that you are ever going to see. Instead of putting the treats for their pets in a place where said pets could not find them, they have left them...
Sick Puppy Surrendered To Rescue Finds A Forever Home And Heals
Sometimes pet owners choose to surrender their animals to give them the best chance at life, and that’s what happened to a tiny puppy named Mole. Mole, from De Doorns in South Africa, had been suffering from dehydration, parasites, and Ehrlichia, a disease transmitted from ticks. After Mole stopped eating, his owner didn’t know what to do to help him, so he called Sidewalk Specials to step in. Photo: YouTube/Sidewalk Specials The rescue organization took the small puppy and immediately got it in for medical treatment. After he was...
French Bulldog Dressed As Spider Chases Terrified Rottweiler Around The House
In a hilarious twist of events, a tiny French bulldog scared a large rottweiler by dressing in a spider Halloween costume. If you’re familiar with Rottweilers, you probably know they’re not the type to shy away from danger. The American Kennel Club notes these natural guardians are “calm and confident, courageous but not unduly aggressive.” They further add the Rottweilers are a breed of “great strength” and are the “picture of imposing strength.” Photo: Max Pixel French bulldogs, on the other...
Near-Death Husky Can’t Open His Eyes Until Rescuers Give Him A Second Chance
When Laura with This Is Houston was tagged in a post about a husky collapsed in someone’s backyard, she knew she had to help. She drove to Cleveland, Texas, and when she arrived at the yard, she wasn’t sure if the dog was alive. He was emaciated with patchy fur and laid there, unmoving, as she approached. He wasn’t even recognizable as a husky. Thankfully, when she stroked his cheek, he responded by using all of his strength to lift his head. He was alive – but barely. Photo: Facebook/The Dodo After backup help...
Earth-friendly pet waste disposal
What goes in, must come out…and that means finding safe, earth-friendly ways to dispose of pet waste. Here are some options. The cost of living with a dog or cat is often calculated in dollars. Veterinary care, food, toys, bedding, and training all factor into the bottom line. There’s another cost that’s harder to pinpoint but is equally important — the environmental impact of pet waste. In other words, poop is a big problem for the planet. Let’s look at some ways to dispose of your pet waste while keeping...
ZIWI: Raw food meets convenience with air-dried innovation
Air drying technology locks in the goodness of this company’s raw ingredients, creating ready-serve, raw-inspired nutrition for dogs and cats. Choosing the right diet for your cat or dog shouldn’t have to be difficult. But with such a wide range of products to choose from, and so much conflicting information out there, you may feel discouraged and frustrated, and end up sticking with what you know. To help you narrow down your choices, let’s focus here on air-dried pet foods – what they are, and why they’re...
Stray Kitten Wandering on the Trails is Adopted By Hiker
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! My Tuesday hiking group had just started our hike along the Tuscarora Trail in Virginia, when we heard a loud crying sound. It was a tiny black and white tuxedo kitten, all alone, meowing as loud as he could. He came out of the bushes and started following us along the trail, crying the whole time. KITTEN. PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK/OTSPHOTO He followed us down a road, through a farm, across a...
The Latest and Greatest: Viral Pet Products of 2021
Believe it or not, the holidays are just around the corner! If you’re looking for inspiration for what to get your four-legged family member this upcoming holiday season, read on – we’ve compiled a list of some of the latest and greatest pet products of 2021. Outward Hound Fun Feeder We’ve talked about the benefits of puzzle feeders for your dogs previously, but if you’re still trying to decide which to purchase, take a look at the Outward Hound Fun Feeder. Rated the #1 dog slow feeders category on Amazon, it has...
Couple Adopts Stray Dog Who Tirelessly Chased After Their Van In Spain
A stray dog in Spain made her own fate by chasing after a passing vehicle until the couple inside stopped to rescue her. Martina Russo and her partner Fil were driving across the Spanish countryside when they spotted a dog chasing after their van. At first, they thought it was all fun and games, but then the dog continued to chase them. Russo told Southwest News Service (SWNS), “We thought it was just a game, but soon realized something wasn’t right because she was running fast and would not stop.” The couple pulled over and...
5 common mistakes made by first-time dog parents
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Compassionate dog grooming
The term “compassionate dog grooming” has been trending on social media lately, with more groomers coming on board to discuss this alternative approach. Here’s an inside look at what compassionate dog grooming is all about. Compassionate dog grooming is not a new theory or practice, but the term and the idea behind it have been gaining greater traction recently thanks to social media. This article delves into the behind-the-scenes world of compassionate dog grooming to show you what it’s all about — and how it...
Capitol Police Get Their Own Comfort Dog, Lila
There’s no doubt guarding the U.S. capital is a difficult job. Now Capitol Police are seeking to combat officer stress with the help of a 3-year-old lab, Lila, the department’s new “peer support dog.” Lila joined the department in June as part of a broader push to provide Capital Police with greater support and resources. “It really is just a godsend,” one USCP officer, Jeffrey Albanese, told CNN. “We’ve all had bad days. The minute a dog walks into a room, even for a minute, you kind of forget...
Pirate Finds Treasured Home
Oct 14, 2021 After a year and a half of cancelled events and celebrations, APA! opened our doors once again for Clear the Shelters. During this national adoption event, 186 pets were adopted from our shelter! That’s 186 newly formed families complete with pets that didn’t stand a chance anywhere else. When you join our monthly giving program, you invest in the long term stability of APA! which allows us to continue triaging and training for the most tailwags possible. Your monthly gift allows our teams to work around the clock to...
