Dad Scratches His Cat’s Head With His Beard
Let’s be honest, life with cats can sometimes get a little…quirky. There is something about these felines that bring out the weird in us. Our cats are creatures of habit, and as their faithful owners, we will often indulge them and whatever they need to help them get their best night’s sleep. I have a friend who will make up the cat bed a very specific way every single night for her cat. My grandpa made up a lullaby for his cat and sang it to her every night. And yes, when she moved in with us my mom and I carried on the...
Dog Alerts Owner Of An Abandoned Newborn Baby In The Park
Some things are just meant to be, like a dog named Hel being in the right place at the right time in order to rescue an abandoned newborn baby. The little boy had been dumped in a bush beneath a pile of blankets inside a Birmingham park. Hel and his owner, Terry Walsh, had been out taking a walk when Hel led Walsh over to the blanket pile. That is when the 64-year-old Walsh heard the distinct sound of a baby crying. PHOTO: BIRMINGHAM MAIL He explained to Birmingham Live, “I think it was Hel’s gentle nudging and the heat from my...
Naughty Dog Steals A Bag Of Bread From A Bakery
Dogs are quite clever and adaptable animals. And for one bakery owner, Maria de Fátima, one sneaky pooch had become quite adept at stealing bread. The theft was captured on the bakery’s surveillance camera and shows just how smart the pup was at pulling off the caper. The dog was recorded on video scouting out the targeted bakery. First, he walks up to the storefront and peers inside, checking to see what the owner was up to. Seeing that Maria was busy helping a customer, the dog then takes his chance and quickly hurries inside...
Energetic Puppy Loves To Jump On The Trampoline
Rio is one of the most adorable puppies that we have ever seen. If you have never seen a Lurcher in action, these are very interesting animals. They are about as playful as it gets, aren’t they? Rio’s family managed to capture the adorable moment that Rio decided to enjoy some “Zoomies” around her favorite toys and it’s too adorable. The fun begins with Rio splashing around in a bucket. She plays around in it for a few seconds before darting onto the next fun adventure. Photo: YouTube/Viral Hog After her...
Fisherman Help Rescue A Heron They Find Tangled Up In A Tree
Nature is beautiful. There are so many ways to enjoy the beauty of our world. Some of life’s simplest pleasures can be found when we’re outdoors. And for one family in Brazil, their relaxing day on the water soon turned into a daring wildlife rescue operation. The family – consisting of Lara, Marcio, and Priscilla – had been fishing on the Paranaíba River, in the central Brazilian state of Mato Grosso do Sul, when they came across a shocking sight. In the middle of the river was a wild heron that had been caught...
Lonely Dog Gets A Kitten After Her Brother Goes Off The Preschool
There is no friend more loyal than a dog. For a pit bull named Gemma, one of the greatest days in her life was the day she became a big sister to baby Elliot. The sweet dog immediately took to the newborn as soon as he was brought home from the hospital. And as Elliot grew up, Gemma was right there by his side, never wavering. PHOTO: YOUTUBE / THE DODO Sadly for Gemma, the day came when Elliot had gotten too big to stay at home all day. It was time for little bro to go off to preschool. The loving pittie was quite sad to see her human brother...
Dog Gets Rescued After Being Locked In A Dark Room For Over A Year
They say that love conquers all. And while that is largely debatable, it is quite true when it comes to rescue animals. Anyone who has ever adopted a rescue dog or cat knows just how powerful a little love and kindness can be in rehabilitating an animal. And for one rescue pup, Thunder, it made a huge difference in his disposition. PHOTO: YOUTUBE / ANIMAL RESCUE DOGS Thunder was a victim of animal cruelty. His owner had left the poor animal locked up inside a room for a year and a half. He hadn’t seen the sun in all that time....
Dog Rescued From A Meat Farm Takes His First Steps To Freedom
The Human Society has been hard at work rescuing dogs from slaughter in Yongin, South Korea. In fact, they finally managed to rescue 50 dogs from certain death on a dog meat farm and slaughterhouse. While it was a big win for the dogs, there is no denying that many of them are traumatized by their experiences. And the last of these 50 dogs to be rescued was Robin. PHOTO: YOUTUBE / HUMANE SOCIETY It was heartbreaking to see just how scared and nervous he was during his rescue. The poor dog had no idea that things were going to change for the...
Viral Parrot Talks With A Thick Scottish Accent
One three-year-old African Grey parrot named Onion is taking the Internet by storm with her cheeky one-liners and thick Scottish accent. Since her owner, Cody Stoddart, started sharing videos of the adorable parrot on social media, people can’t seem to get enough of her. Onion says things like, “Ya b*stard,” but she also gives adorable kisses complete with a “mwah” sound. @codystoddart Just to inform everyone Onion is a she xx #fyp #parrotstiktok #scottish #scottishtiktok ♬ original sound –...
There’s A Subreddit Where People Share Adorable Pictures Of Their Tiny Cats
If you are anything like us, you have a lot of love and affection for cats. In fact, we have a deep, abiding respect for these animals. The r/IllegallySmolCats subreddit is one of the most invaluable resources for those who want to learn more about the small kitties that are “illegally cute”. Check out 10 of our favorites: 1. Photo: Reddit/regian24 This cat may be tiny, but he’s powerful. It almost looks like he’s got a radioactive glow! 2. Photo: Reddit/Lady_of_the_Phoenix Okay, we are absolutely smitten here and we...
Guilty Donkey Gets The Best Of His Dad During A Lecture
If you have a dog in your life, you already realize that they have difficulty getting away with anything sneaky. Some of them will wear the guilt on their face in a way that is unmistakable and others will act guilty, even if they didn’t do it! Perhaps you have seen videos of two dogs sitting together while the owner scolds them for something that was done. The one dog will act happy, wagging its tail and loving life. The guilty party, however, will shy away from the conversation. They are busted before they even know it! As it turns...
From Hoarder to High Life!
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! Chevy aka “Doc” joined our family in March 2008. We had seen a horrific story on the news in February: “Today 85 dogs, 20 cats and two birds were rescued from an animal hoarder in Ohio.” The pictures were horrendous of the living conditions and the condition of the animals. This was way too close to home, and my husband and I decided then we were going to rescue...
Sago Palm Plant Is Toxic To Dogs Warns Couple Who Lost Two Dogs To The Common Plant
Sago palm plants are common outdoor plants in southern states and popular houseplants, but most people are unaware that they are toxic to dogs, cats, and humans. A heartbroken Illinois couple lost both of their dogs to a sago palm plant and are sharing their tragic story to prevent it from happening to other dogs. Photo: Pixabay Stephanie and Tony Evans purchased a vacation home in South Carolina and brought their beloved dogs, 5-year-old Maisy and one-year-old Murphy, along to visit. The dogs were exploring their new backyard and discovered...
Former Police Dog’s Reaction To The Word ‘Cocaine’ Goes Viral
A German shepherd named Dante has gone viral for his hilarious reaction to the word “cocaine”. The former sniffer dog lives with his dad, Davey Rutherford, in Queensland, Australia. Even though Dante is no longer on duty, there are some things he will never forget. Rutherford discovered the smart pup still reacts to certain words and shared a video on TikTok, titled “Sniffer dog knows English”. Screenshot: TikTok/daveywa In the video, Rutherford recited his shopping list to Dante. The dog casually looked out the window...
Now’s the time to enter your Shelter Animals Count data!
This is your friendly reminder to enter your Shelter Animals Count (SAC) data! Data plays an important role in the animal welfare sector. It has enabled our industry to compile a complete picture of the animals entering and leaving shelters. You can see how your data compares to those in other states or look up the data of specific organizations with SAC’s Data Dashboards. Data for 2020 is now complete, so be sure to check it out. This also serves as a reminder that shelter and rescue organizations must be active participants in...
Dog Licks Her Nose Every Time Her Toy Squeaks
When a dog wants something, its focus can be incredible. If you’ve ever had a dog wanting a treat, to be pet, or play fetch, you know exactly what we’re talking about. One Australian shepherd named Roo is no different in this regard. In the video below, you can see Roo incredibly focused on her squeaky toy. Her owner describes Roo as “toy obsessed” and it’s clear in the video why. She just won’t take her eyes off the prize. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog Beyond being locked onto her beloved toy, Roo has another...
Playful Goat Learns To Balance On A Seesaw
In an adorable video, two playful goats on a hobby farm in Oberlin, Ohio discovered a seesaw and decided to explore it. The goats, Alex and Junior, live at Tammy’s Oberlin Hobby Farm. They recently discovered a seesaw and are determined to figure out how it works. In one video, both goats can be seen standing on the seesaw, unsure what to think. Photo: Facebook/Tammy’s Oberlin Hobby Farm Eventually, Junior hops off the seesaw and leaves Alex on his own. Alex doesn’t give up so easily, though, and eventually starts to get the...
Cat Who Survived Being Buried Alive In 2015 Is Enjoying His New Home
Back in 2015, a cat named Bart survived the unthinkable. The 1.5-year-old feline was struck by a car in Florida. After being found by his owner, the cat, who was presumed dead, was buried – only to emerge from the grave five days later! Known as “Zombie Cat,” Bart quickly gained attention from around the world due to his bizarre situation. According to ABC News, Bart’s owner, Ellis Hutson, explained that he found his cat “in the middle of the road, lifeless in a puddle of blood.” Too distraught to say...
These Vets Bravely Served Our Country. But When They Got Home, Service Dogs Saved Their Lives
Ken was just 17 years old when he left home and joined the army, launching what would become a 28-year military career from Fort Bragg, NC. But those years of brave service would take a physical toll — a broken neck and sternum, the mangled knee requiring 7 surgeries, and the lingering back, shoulder, and foot issues. “There was a lot of jumping out of aircraft, on the ground crawling, and of course when you’re doing all that kind of stuff in the military, you’re going to sustain some injury,” Ken told Greater...
Most Popular Dog Nicknames
What is your pet name for your dog? Not what you call to make your dog come, because in that case mine would be “cookie” or “treaty”. But the one you say in a baby voice or when you are telling them how much you love them. Photo: Pixabay Don’t feel silly. It is a term of endearment to call your pup “champ” or “buddy”, even if his name is Hank. But let’s be honest, we all have more than one nickname for our beloved dogs. We name them after our favorite movie character, band, town,...
