Dog With Short Spine Syndrome Was Going To Be Euthanized But A Savior Stepped In
When Anna Marie Giannini responded to an online advertisement for free puppies, she never expected what she’d find. When Anna arrived to look at the litter of Tibetan spaniel puppies, she noticed that one was different than the rest. According to a post she shared on Instagram, after inquiring about the unique-looking pup, Anna was told that the owners planned to have her euthanized due to a spinal condition she had. Of course, Anna wasn’t about to let an innocent pup be put down if it didn’t have to be, and that’s...
Sleeping Rescue Calf Rests On The Lap Of The Man Who Saved Him
Farm animals often have hard and short lives. They’re not offered the same protections as other animals, like pet animals or wild animals. Instead, they’re often subjected to a life of suffering and pain – often ending their short life to end up on someone’s dinner plate. That’s the case for many cows in the US, and around the world. Male cows who are born into the farming system can be used for breeding, veal (baby cow meat), or beef (grown cow meat). It’s not a situation any living being should have to...
New Research Suggests That Dogs Know When We’re Lying To Them
We tell our kids that it’s not good to lie, but those of us who have dogs have probably told them a few white lies every now and again. I know I’ve promised my dog treats for a trick when I really had no food at all. I’d hold my fist shut and ask if he wanted a treat. If he did, he had to sit, lay, stay, walk (on two legs), or do some other command. Thankfully, he was a good sport and went along with it, even though new research suggests that he probably knew I was lying about the treat the whole time. A study, published in...
Expecting Mom Finds Pregnant Stray Cat And Gives Her A Home
A woman was 9 months pregnant when she found a pregnant stray cat. Unable to bear the thought of the fellow mom giving birth all alone, the expecting mom decided to bring the cat home. “So I took her home because us pregnant girls gotta stick together,” the new mom shared on TikTok. Screenshot: TikTok/mama.maners Not only would the young woman and the stray mama cat become mothers together, they would end up raising babies who became best friends. Now Tiktok user mama.maners has decided to share their heartwarming story....
Dog Years Aren’t As Simple As They Seem — Scientists Say Your Pup May Be Older Than You Think
Everyone knows that one year for humans is the supposed equivalent of about seven dog years, meaning that dogs age roughly seven times faster than humans do. Lots of pet owners attempt to figure out their pets’ “real” ages by simply multiplying the number of years old they are by seven. And this sort of works, at least some of the time. However, recent research is showing that the calculation most people use for dog years is actually pretty inaccurate. This is because dogs age very quickly at the beginning of their lives and...
Ralph, Medical Dog, Retires From Colorado Children’s Hospital To Focus On Own Health
For the past seven years, a service dog named Ralph Lauren has spent his days helping children. But on Monday he made his final rounds at the Children’s Hospital Colorado. After helping over 19,500 patients, the good boy (better known as Ralph, MD) is retiring. The hospital made the announcement on Twitter and shared all of Ralph’s achievements over the years. After more than seven years of service to kids, the one and only Ralph, MD – that’s short for medical dog – is hanging up his service vest. Learn more...
Former Bait Dog Finds Loving Home That Helps Him Heal
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! In May of 2012, I had the most difficult time getting over the death of my Jack Russell, Howard, affectionately known as Howdog, Howpuppy, etc. My roommate forgot to lock the fence and Howard was gone for over three weeks, during which I hung posters around the neighborhood offering a reward for his return. I searched the internet every day several times hoping that he would turn up at a...
Over 50 Neglected Animals Seized From Maine Property
A woman from Sanford, Maine, has been banned from owning animals for life after over 50 neglected animals were seized from her property. On July 14, animal welfare officials seized twenty horses, eleven chickens, two pigs, six dogs, six cats, two geckos, three rats, and one bearded dragon from the property. Various animal rescues stepped up to care for the animals until forever homes can be found. Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals (MSSPA) took in all twenty horses and are working with farriers and vets to restore them to...
Agendas, resources and connection: Maddie’s Pet Forum has it all!
Every Monday and Friday morning, shelter and rescue organization professionals across the country and beyond, gather virtually to discuss a myriad of topics. Nothing is off the table – transport, foster recruitment, return to home, fundraising and mental health to name a few, have all been topics of discussion on these vital calls. With so much good stuff being shared, how do you keep up? Luckily, there’s a special corner on Maddie’s® Pet Forum just for the Community Conversations. There you will find meeting agendas,...
Rescued Dog Becomes A Rescue Dog
There are many people who would like to work for the greater good. In many cases, it is because of the kindness that was shown to them and they want to turn around and show that kindness to others. It seems as if the same is also true for a dog named Forrest. Forrest is a 100 pound Labrador retriever who was rescued last year in Oregon. It wasn’t long after he was rescued that he entered a training program to become a search and rescue dog. Photo: Wikimedia Commons It seems as if he is perfect for the job because he is going through the...
Clever Trick To Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer
We all want to keep our dogs safe and comfortable, and there are times when we need to step up our game. That includes when the weather is hot outside. Of course, we all realize that we shouldn’t leave our dogs unattended in a hot car, but even being outside in the heat can pose some danger. If you would like to keep your dog cool this summer, perhaps you can use a hack that was uploaded on TikTok. Photo: Piqsels The video shows us how to do it, but it is more than just something that keeps our dogs safe – it can make them happy...
Touching Short Film Shows The Role Dogs Play In Human Lives
It’s no secret that dogs play a large role in our lives. Not only do they act as our companions, but they can serve us through search and rescue, therapy, and more. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the world shut down and more and more people turned to dogs for comfort. Shelters began to empty as people found more time on their hands and a new work-from-home setup. Through all of the time we couldn’t socialize with other people, our dogs were there to provide us comfort and help us keep some peace of mind. Photo: Vimeo/Big Shins One...
Blue-Eyed Boston Terrier Finds Forever Home
It was a typical shift for Tess Nolan, a young veterinary tech in Australia. Caring for pups is all part of the job, but one blue-eyed beauty caught her attention. Daphne, the runt of a newly-born litter of Boston Terriers, immediately showed that she was special — at least to Tess. Days passed, and Daphne’s brothers and sisters were adopted while Daphne was left behind. Blue eyes can be a sign of possible health issues, so prospective adopters were wary. In a TikTok video, Tess shared that “no one wanted” Daphne, but...
Starving Dog In Greece Is Now Recovering Thanks To Rescuers
When a dog is abandoned, it leaves a lasting scar that takes so much time, love, and care to heal. For the volunteers at Diasozo Animal Rescue Team in Karditsa, Greece, this love and care has become a life’s mission. The area sees many strays and abandoned hunting dogs due to its rural location, and they are at risk of starving before getting help. Fortunately, one such stray, now named Kasia, has been rescued by the group and is beginning her road to recovery! PHOTO: FACEBOOK / DIASOZO ANIMAL RESCUE TEAM The heartbreaking video of...
Which State Has The Deadliest Animals?
As humans have expanded and spread throughout the Earth, we’ve replaced wild habitats with roads and buildings. The destruction of wildlife ecosystems has forced animals of all kinds out of their homes, causing species to fight over territory and food and sometimes even leading wildlife to wonder back to our developed areas. This begs the questions, what are the odds of you meeting your match against a wild critter? Well, it turns out that is largely dependent on your location. Man vs. Beast compiled data collected by the CDC into a map...
6 Scary Facts About Some of the Cutest Animals on the Planet
It’s so tempting to think of wild creatures as cute and cuddly, but many of them are much more terrifying in real life than they look in photographs. And some of them look adorable even in person but have scary secrets lurking under their sweet appearances. There are hundreds of animals that meet these criteria, but we’ve compiled a short list of six cute animals and the frightening facts you probably never knew about them. Photo: Adobe Stock/Anton Ivanov Photo Penguins Penguins are some of the most adorable creatures in the...
Family Goes Fishing and Ends Up with a Cat
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! It was a summer day on Lake Amador. We were cruising the lake fishing for bass. Went into one of the fingers of the lake to fish the bank. As I was casting, I heard a shrill cry. Sounded like a kitten. It continued. I told my husband to beach the boat, I wanted to check it out. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY/PEZIBEAR I took some of my turkey from my sandwich, in case I needed to lure him. A boy was...
Why Do Cats Weave Between Our Legs?
Every move a cat makes is on purpose and with a purpose in mind. The fun part is deciphering what each move means. They are persistent and intelligent animals who have learned how to capture their human’s attention and get what they want. If you have a cat, then you have been nearly tripped by them countless times. But why do cats weave between our legs? No, it is not to intentionally trip us, even though that may happen. The wise feline wants attention, is being playful, has separation anxiety, or is attempting to herd you in a certain...
Woman Works Diligently for Months to Rescue Six Cats at Her Vacation Home
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! On Sep. 8, 2014, I was looking out the window at our second home in Rockford, IL, and saw a black and white kitty on our deck. I had never seen her before but she was so cute, and I took a picture of her. When sitting and facing away from me, she appeared to have a black kitten on her back. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY/HELGA KATTINGER The next day, I saw a strange bug on the railing of the deck,...
Pittie Pup Paralyzed By Tetanus Got A New Lease On Life
Sometimes, the challenges we face in life can leave us feeling paralyzed — as if we’ll never be able to move forward from the pain of our situation. But one tenacious pittie pup has pushed past that perception and is now sharing her story of success and recovery with fans across the world! Meet Bunny: In April of 2020, then-13-week-old Bunny was rushed to the DeSoto Animal Clinic in Bradenton, FL with intense pain and muscle stiffness. Her owner wasn’t sure what had happened; they’d been completely surprised by...
