Lab-Grown Meat Hits UK Pet Food Market — Is the Rest of the World Ready?
In a significant milestone, the UK has become the first European country to approve lab-grown meat for pet food. This pioneering move could transform the way pet owners feed their animals, offering a sustainable and ethical alternative to traditional meat. Photo: PexelsThe UK is the first European country to approve lab-grown meat for pet food. What Is Lab-Grown Meat? Lab-grown meat, also known as cultivated meat, is produced by growing animal cells in a laboratory rather than through conventional farming. This innovative approach involves...
Help Malnourished Stray Dog With Protruding Eye Get Treatment He Needs To Heal
*warning: graphic image Meet Desmond. He is one of countless homeless dogs who live on the streets of Romania. He has had to fight for food and shelter and gone many nights without a meal. His hard life took a turn for the worse when he sustained a serious injury to his right eye. The protruding eye was clearly infected, and he needed immediate help. Photo: SACHE Foundation SACHE Foundation came to his rescue and brought him to their vet to be examined. His eye is beyond saving and the only option is to remove it. Desmond is also suffering...
Seriously Injured Cats Make Full Recovery After Dog Attack Thanks To Your Support
Do you remember Leo and Tabitha’s heartbreaking story? The feline siblings were mauled by stray dogs while living on the streets of Greece which resulted in several deep wounds and serious injuries. Photo: Let’s Be S.M.A.R.T. Thankfully, kindhearted people who feed the community cats noticed Leo and Tabitha were missing and went looking for them. They were found in grave condition and rushed to a vet clinic. Thanks to your generous donations, the sweet felines were able to get the care they needed and have fully recovered. Photo:...
Ned, Fred, and Bed: An Unconventional Approach to Toilet Training
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. I hate when people use stereotypes on dogs. I hate it even more when they turn out to be right! Chihuahuas have long been labeled as yappy, bitey, demanding, and notoriously hard to toilet train, and Ned & Fred have lived up to all of these. Fortunately they are also loving,...
The Astonishing Foraging Strategy of Hurricane Chasing Birds, the Desertas Petrels
The Desertas petrel, a rare oceanic seabird, has astonished scientists with its unusual behavior of chasing tropical cyclones. Unlike most birds that avoid hurricanes, these seabirds exploit the dynamic conditions of storms to enhance their survival and foraging success. This groundbreaking discovery reveals new insights into the resilience and adaptability of marine life in the face of extreme weather events. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Christoph Moning, License: CC BY 4.0 ATTRIBUTION 4.0 INTERNATIONALDesertas petrels chase tropical cyclones...
Stray Dog Decides Family’s Sidewalk is His Home, But He Won’t Let Them Touch 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 was eight years old when a black dog began living on our sidewalk. He was a chow mix, black all over, except for a small white patch on his chest. His fur was a jungle of mats, and he had a chain around his neck ( believed to be from the previous owners ). PHOTO: PIXABAY / ARTUR PAWLAK For months, he would run away from my parents and me when we left him food and water on the sidewalk...
After Being Told Their New Dog Was Too Sick to Survive, Family Refuses to Give Up on 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! In August, we decided to get a playmate for our first dog. We drove about half an hour to this small shelter and picked out our perfect little baby, a black Lab. When we took Nismo home, we saw that he was covered in fleas, and his fur was all types of matted and dirty. PHOTO: PIXABAY / BENNIE JONASSON I couldn’t bear the thought of my new fur baby being mistreated, so we stuck him...
Good Samaritan Passes By Just As Puppy is Dumped in the Middle of the Woods
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 was on the way to my then-boyfriend’s place to go out on the boat for the day. What I didn’t realize is how that day would forever change my life. PHOTO: PIXABAY / NICK115 I had to drive 30 to 40 minutes to get there, and it takes mainly back country roads. As I was driving, I came around a bend. Looking ahead, I saw a gray car sitting with the door ajar facing my way. SHARE...
Odie Pet Insurance Review 2024: An Expert’s Breakdown
Click to Skip Ahead Our Final Verdict We give Odie Pet Insurance a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars. Having pet insurance is a responsible move when you’re a parent to a four-legged best friend. Injuries, illnesses, and wellness are all costs that can quickly skyrocket beyond anyone’s budget, and insurance is there to help. Odie is aiming to change the pet insurance industry by offering an easy-to-understand, customizable, affordable option for all of us pet parents out there (being, on average, 15-30% less expensive than comparable...
Why Do Dogs Like Tug of War? Vet-Approved Benefits, Tips & Considerations
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Every dog is different. Some like to charge from room to room; others like to chase a tennis ball. If you’re lucky, they will return the ball to you. Some dogs also enjoy playing tug of war. Playing tug of war safely is an excellent way for your dog to burn off energy, and it appeals to their predatory nature. It can be used as a reward during training and to help teach self control, all...
Elusive Spade Toothed Whale Found in New Zealand Could Reveal Species Secrets
The world’s rarest whale, the elusive spade-toothed whale, may have washed up on a beach in New Zealand, sparking excitement among marine scientists. This event could provide unprecedented insights into a species that has never been seen alive and remains largely mysterious. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Auckland Museum, License: CC BY 4.0 ATTRIBUTION 4.0 INTERNATIONALThe spade-toothed whale is the world’s rarest whale species. Unveiling a Marine Mystery A 16.5-foot male whale washed ashore near the mouth of the Taieri River in...
Why Do Dogs Love Peanut Butter So Much? And Vet-Approved Enrichment Ideas
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead When we think of wild canids, we imagine a wolf hunting in a pack and chasing down deer, elk, or moose. Our canine companions are a long way from this lifestyle. Domestication has profoundly impacted dogs. You can make a solid case that our pets are omnivores and not carnivores like their ancestors. They have adapted to living with humans by evolving the ability to digest starch. This history and...
Can Dogs Drink Apple Juice? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Dogs can enjoy many different kinds of fruit, and apples are among the most popular fruits to give to them. While most dogs are perfectly content with eating apple slices, they can also eat different forms of apples, including applesauce and dehydrated apples without added sugar. However, when it comes to apple juice, it’s best to avoid feeding it to your dog. Apple juice doesn’t...
Can Dogs Have Tilapia? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Tilapia is one of the most commonly eaten fish around, so if you’re a fan of fish, chances are you eat this fairly often. As such, you may be tempted to feed your dog some tilapia on occasion. But is this safe for your four-legged pal? Can dogs have tilapia? The answer is yes, as tilapia is non-toxic to canines and can be a healthy (and tasty!) treat for your pup. However, there are some...
Texas Family Saves Helpless Baby Bird by Wrapping It In Warm Tortilla
On a typical weekend in Amarillo, Texas, a family found themselves at the heart of an unusual wildlife rescue. Amidst the laughter and splashes of a backyard pool party, they discovered a tiny, helpless baby bird on the ground. With no nest or parents in sight, they quickly improvised to save its life using what they had on hand — a warm tortilla. Photo: PexelsA Texas family found a helpless baby bird in their backyard. A Backyard Surprise The family was enjoying a summer day grilling and swimming when they noticed the small bird lying...
Pepper the Foul-Mouthed Parrot Finds a New Home After 400 Applications
A colorful parrot named Pepper, known for his equally colorful language, has finally found a new home. After a social media post from the Niagara SPCA led to over 400 adoption inquiries, the foul-mouthed bird now resides with Tiffany Turner and her fiancé Tim Sage in Olean, New York. This remarkable story highlights the quirks and charms of Pepper, a white-fronted Amazon parrot, and the journey to his new sanctuary. Photo: PexelsOver 400 people applied to adopt Pepper. A Potty-Mouthed Parrot Pepper first captured public attention when...
NYC’s Beach Drones Under Attack as Birds Fight Back to Protect Nests
New York City’s beaches have recently become a battleground. A fleet of drones, deployed to patrol for sharks and struggling swimmers, has found unexpected adversaries: local shorebirds. These birds, fiercely protective of their nesting grounds, have been attacking the drones since their introduction in May. Veronica Welsh, a wildlife coordinator at the Parks Department, noted the birds’ aggressive behavior. “They will fly at it, they’ll swoop at it, they’ll be vocalizing,” Welsh told Fortune. “They...
Dozens of Dogs & Cats at Overcrowded Southern Shelters Get One-Way Ticket to Freedom
Animal shelters are overcrowded, especially in southern states, and highly adoptable animals are at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space and adopters. The Animal Rescue Site is helping save lives by sponsoring a Good Flight (called Flight to Freedom) every month. This month’s flight will save over 70 dogs and cats from Louisiana and Alabama shelters and fly them to Idaho and Oregon to find loving homes. These life-saving flights are possible thanks to your continued support. Meet some of the precious pets on this flight below and...
Why Does My Dog Rub His Face on Me? 5 Possible Reasons Explained
Our dogs do all sorts of cute things that make us go, “Aww.” If you have noticed your dog rubbing their cute little nose all over you, what gives? In this article, we’re going to try to decode that doggy behavior so you can understand it once and for all. It’s likely a combination of all of these reasons, so just take that into consideration as you’re reading. The 5 Reasons Why Your Dog Rubs His Face on You 1. Marking Dogs have scent glands all over. They use them to mark different things in their environment,...
Feral Cat Disappears From Neighborhood for Six Months, But Then Returns to Her Favorite Person
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! Jack first came to my house about six years ago. She was scared and hungry and wouldn’t let me near her. PHOTO: PIXABAY / EUGEN PROSKOURIAKOV I started feeding her, and after several months, she was brave enough to show me her five 4-week-old kittens in the backyard. She still wouldn’t let me touch her, though. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY I live-trapped her and the kittens and...
