Video Of Hermit Crab “House Swap” Off Texas Coast Is Going Viral
People love to walk along the shore and pick up seashells. But did you know that abandoned shells are also homes to hermit crabs? Hermit crabs are fascinating creatures who regularly perform “house swaps”. As a hermit grab grows, they need to find a larger shell to call home. Photo: Pixabay/Anne_Schmidt But just like the U.S. housing market, the perfect-sized shells are in short supply. A hermit crab house swap was captured on video off the Texas gulf coast and shared by Mustang Island State Park. The caption summed it up...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Our latest Candid Conversation, eviction crisis and more
Happy Tuesday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Learn more about open adoptions with these Maddie’s University coursesWith the Open Arms Challenge starting in November, we wanted to give you a little head start. We’ve put together two brand new courses on Maddie’s® University — Dog Adoptions: Eliminating Roadblocks to Positive Outcomes and Open Cat Adoptions: Keep Them Moving, Get Them Home. We suggest taking them both, even… Learn More Register...
Bean, An ‘Ugly’ Cat That No One Wanted, Finds Her Forever Home
Francisca Franken was browsing her local animal shelter’s listings one night when she stumbled across a striking photo of a cat — a cat so interesting, that she immediately knew she needed to adopt her! “So,” she later wrote on Instagram, “I sent the fastest email EVER to them and got a call back the next day.” Franken was worried that when she picked up, she would hear the bittersweet news that Bean, as the cat came to be named, had already been adopted. Photo: Wikimedia Commons After all, with her...
Parents Prepare For Gender Reveal And Mischievous Dog Spoils The Entire Thing
Gender reveals have become a new norm in the US, and parents use “fun” or creative ways to share the news of their new baby’s gender. For Marie del Rosaria and Jasa Grant, they wanted to do their gender reveal involving their first child – their beloved dog, Doobie! They planned to fill a giant, black balloon with blue or pink confetti and have Doobie jump up and pop it to reveal the color (and thus, the gender). However, things didn’t exactly go as planned. Photo: Wikimedia Commons In a video captured of the...
Woman Starts Sanctuary For Special Needs Cats To Give Them A Second Chance At Life
The world is full of stray cats, and life on the streets is rough. For stray or abandoned cats who are terminally ill, disabled, seniors, or have other special needs, things can be even more challenging, and even hopeless at times. Michele Hoffman is someone who has seen first-hand the hardships that cats with special needs face. Ever since the young age of six, Michele has been rescuing animals in need, thanks to the help of her mother. After fostering cats and working with animal rescues for quite some time, Michele started to notice a...
Golden Retriever Sits In The Same Spot To Watch The Sunset Every Evening
A sweet golden retriever has an evening routine that’s captured the hearts of people around the world. Katelyn Nassar shared a video of her dog’s routine, explaining that he sits in the same spot every night and watches the sunset. How precious! Photo: Max Pixel In the video, you can see her golden retriever sitting alone at the end of the patio. The dog is peacefully gazing into the distance as the sun goes down. Article continues below Our Featured Programs See how we’re making a difference for People, Pets, and the Planet...
Tiny Kitten Found On The Side Of The Road Jumps Into Cyclist’s Arms And Refuses To Let Go
They say that cats choose their humans, not the other way around, and we see this play out over and over again. If you’re familiar with cats, you probably know what I’m talking about. Sometimes they choose you, and sometimes they don’t – even if you’re the one giving them food, water, and a place to call home. Around a year ago, a cyclist had a little kitten unexpectedly choose her as her new family. It happened when a couple, Celine (@tartemadame) and Daniel (@cycling.dan), were cycling through the countryside...
6 foods that can ward off worms in your dog
Intestinal worms are more common in our canine companions than you may think. A variety of foods, from kefir to oats, can help keep these unwanted parasites at bay. Worms are incredibly common in the intestinal tracts of our dogs, especially when they’re puppies. Some of the symptoms caused by these parasites include diarrhea, weight loss, inappetence, vomiting, lethargy, and a dull coat. This article presents a list of whole foods, along with a couple of supplements, that can help your dog “ward off worms.” 1. Pumpkin seeds...
Rescuers Save Trapped Dog Cruelly Chained Up Outside During Hurricane Ida
When Hurricane Ida swept through New Orleans, many people and pets were impacted by the category 4 storm. One of those dogs was a pit bull named Bubbles, who was chained up outside by himself to brave the deadly storm, then spent days trapped in the rubble — hungry, thirsty, frightened, and desperate for help. Screenshot: Facebook/Humane Rescue Alliance Bubbles’ lucky break finally came when a neighbor noticed a terrified dog stuck under a collapsed shed. That person flagged down a nearby disaster response team, which was working...
Vets Say Owners Are Causing Their Cats “Life-Threatening” Levels Of Stress In Lockdown
For dogs, quarantine has offered the perfect opportunity to spend more time with their people. Case in point: one overjoyed dog even injured his tail from too much wagging. But cats–those lovably aloof and independent creatures–haven’t found the same satisfaction with life in lockdown. While some felines have truly enjoyed having their humans around, others have been overwhelmed (or even downright annoyed) by their owner’s steady presence at home. Photo: Pixabay Now 18 months into the pandemic, vets say felines are...
Couple Traveling Through Romania Returns Home with a Four-Legged Souvenir
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 husband and I traveled through Europe in our campervan last year, but soon realised the dire situation for dogs once we crossed the border into Romania. There were stray dogs everywhere, struggling to survive, dodge traffic, fend off abuse, suffering from injuries and disease and worst of all trying to avoid the public kill shelter dog catchers. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY/KATRIN B. We could...
Airstream Makeover for the Pups!
Sep 03, 2021 These happy pups got to break in our newly renovated Airstream! The Airstream is a safe haven for our dogs and is designed to give them a nice AC break and a comfy couch to relax on when they need a little break from the shelter. It’s especially useful in the summer months, with a pool perfect for keeping everyone cool! The Airstream is near and dear to a lot of hearts at APA! because of its history. Back in the day, you could find the Airstream filled with adoptable pets parked on South Congress before we had our brick and...
Mexico Becomes First North American Country To Ban Cosmetic Animal Testing
Mexico is taking a stand against cosmetic animal testing by banning it nationwide. They made history as the first North American country and the 41st country globally to outlaw the cruel and unnecessary testing. Cosmetic animal testing claims the lives of over 100,000 animals in the U.S. every year. Photo: Pexels/Mareks Steins Rabbits are the more commonly used test subjects and endure endless painful procedures. Chemicals are dripped into their eyes and poured on their sensitive skin. The testing methods are not only outdated and inaccurate,...
“Genius dogs” learn a new word every day
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Five-Year-Old Dog Rescued From Puppy Mill Finally Finds a Happy Ending
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! Teddy was rescued from a puppy mill when he was 5-years-old. He was given to a rescue shelter where I volunteered. He was so terrified of people that he wouldn’t let anyone near him. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY/Сергей Корчанов The shelter was doing an adoption event just a few days after they received Teddy,...
PetSmart Recalls Over 100,000 Dog Food Bowls With Potential Sharp Edges
The latest recall issued is not for dog food or treats, but dog food bowls. On September 1, 2021, PetSmart voluntarily recalled 100,300 Top Paw® Double Diner Dog Bowl due to a “laceration hazard”, according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. Photo: PetSmart The double dog bowls were sold at PetSmart from October 2017 through June 2021. Anyone who purchased the elevated bowls with a dog paw print on the front with SKU number 5270098 and UPC number 73725775404 are asked to stop using them immediately. The...
Did The U.S. Military Leave K-9s Behind In Kabul? Pentagon Calls Rumor Fake News
America’s longest war may be over, but the battle against misinformation lives on. Now the U.S. government has been accused of leaving its K-9 allies behind in Kabul, leaving Americans outraged at the military’s alleged abandonment of its brave canine heroes. But new reporting has challenged this viral rumor, which appears to be America’s latest example of fake news. Photo: Flickr/The U.S. Army The rumor began when American Humane published a statement accusing the U.S. government of abandoning 51 contracted military K-9s in...
Illinois Woman Designs Playful Pajamas For Pit Bulls To Show They Are Friendly, Loving Dogs
Pit bulls are sweet, affectionate, and most of the time big goofballs – but that is not how they are viewed by most people. Bully breeds are unfairly labeled as aggressive due to pit bulls being used as fighting dogs. But one Illinois woman hopes to end the pit bull stigma by showing off their fun side with adorable dog pajamas. It all started when Erin Crowley adopted a pit bull named Duncan. Just like most pet parents, she became “obsessed” with her beloved dog and wanted to spoil him with some dog clothing. However, she...
Future of APA!: Serving the City of Austin: APA!’s Lasting Commitment to Austin Animals
Sep 02, 2021 This week, we are going back through time to showcase the history of No Kill in Austin and our public-private partnership with the City of Austin. [embedded content] 1998-2001: From the beginning when local attorney Jim Collins created Austin Pets Alive!, it’s mission has been to promote and provide the resources, education and programs needed to eliminate the killing of companion animals in shelters. In order to meet that mission, APA! started as an advocacy organization dedicated to making program and policy changes at...
Dolphins Help Rescue Crew Find Lost Swimmer Off Coast Of Ireland
Swimmer lost at sea for nearly 12 hours off the coast of Ireland is rescued thanks in part to a pod of bottlenose dolphins. A man believed to be in his 30’s decided to swim from Castlegregory beach to Mucklaghmore Rock (over 5.5 miles), but the chilly water and long distance proved to be too much. He used his remaining strength to stay afloat. Photo: Pexels/ Michel Rothstein Two lifeboat crews and a helicopter were dispatched to find the missing swimmer after his belongings were found on the beach. Rescuers scoured the open waters and...
