“Pooch Perfect” Was Supposed To Celebrate Dogs. But Many Viewers Saw Animal Abuse Instead
Actress Rebel Wilson may be known for her comedic chops, but not everyone was laughing upon the debut of her new dog-grooming show, Pooch Perfect, on ABC. It wasn’t just that the show, which tasked competing dog groomers with transforming their pups into outlandish styles for a $100,000 prize, got unfavorable reviews. Upon the conclusion of Pooch Perfect’s first episode on March 30, viewers were left wondering on Twitter if they’d just witnessed an hour of animal abuse. YouTube/ABC “This show is a disgusting display....
A letter from Dr. Jefferson on Zydeco
Mar 31, 2021 As you likely know, Austin Pets Alive!’s daily work centers around our mission to end the unnecessary killing of shelter pets, which sounds generic but in reality, is extremely difficult. It means that we purposely take pets in who are either already scheduled or soon to be scheduled to be euthanized. There’s no easy way to categorize these populations of animals as they vary. They can be like the animals we save in deep South Texas, healthy adorable pets with no space to go to like we saw during the ice storm, or the...
High Fashion Houses Balenciaga and Alexander McQueen Adopt New Fur-Free Policy
Fur was originally worn for warmth and protection. When indigenous groups would hunt for food, they would utilize every part of the animal, including their pelts. Today, many groups still utilize fur in traditional and ceremonial clothing. However, these pelts are often ethically sourced and an essential part of many different cultures. Photo: Pexels/Julia Volk The true unethical use of fur comes from the Western adoption, sparked by celebrities in the 20th century as a way to flaunt wealth and status. As furs and pelts became more and more...
Abandoned Pit Bull Gets A New Lease On Life Thanks To A Kind Mom
Our hearts really go out to any dog that has been abandoned but at times, there are some dogs that are abandoned, neglected, and perhaps even abused. That was the case with Daenerys, who was abandoned in an apartment that was at one time occupied by her previous owner. Nobody is sure how long she was left in the apartment but she was only 25 pounds when they discovered her. Photo: Facebook/The Dodo Photo: Instagram/rescuedpittie Article continues below Our Featured Programs See how we’re making a difference for People, Pets, and the...
They Now Have ‘Dog Crocs’ For Your Dog’s Feet And They Are Adorable
There are two types of dog owners in this world, those that will dress their dogs up to take them out and those that would never think of doing it. Typically, people tend to fall on one side of the fence or the other but it doesn’t matter what you stand is, you will want to see these adorable dog crocs. I’ll be the first to admit that a dog has the perfect “foot” for running around outside without shoes on but there are some cases when you want to protect their feet a little better. Photo: PXHERE This includes when...
Study Finds That Cats Are Influenced By Their Owner’s Personality
We think of our cats as independent, almost standoffish creatures who march to the beat of their own drum. But according to one study that came out in the journal PLOS ONE, they might be more conformist than first believed. The study found that cats were capable of mimicry – particularly of certain personality traits of their owners, such as extroversion, openness, neuroticism, or emotional stability. Photo: Unsplash Researchers conducted a study of more than 3,000 cat owners. They gave them survey questions to answer which looked at...
Why Dogs Sneeze Sometimes During Playtime
We love our dogs so much. They’re part of the family, which is why whenever we hear them sneeze, we perk up – wondering if we need to take them to the vet’s office or not. However, dogs can sneeze for a number of reasons, just like people. It can either be due to irritants in their environment such as dust, or it can be allergies to things like molds or pollens. However, these causes aren’t usually as frequent as with humans. Sometimes they will sneeze because of foreign bodies getting stuck in their nose. Photo:...
Dog Rescued From Being Chained To A Tree And Left Alone
Having a dog is a privilege. Unfortunately, not all dog owners see it that way. There are some dog owners out there who are neglectful of their pets and it is very sad to see. All dogs deserve a loving home with people who care. One poor dog was living a really awful life chained up outside, exposed to the elements. He was neglected and abused, wearing a heavy chain that was choking him. Photo: YouTube/Sidewalk Specials When the rescue group, Sidewalk Specials, found him, he was chained to a pole – a horrible situation that he had been...
Beagle Quickly Finds Dad After Being Away For Three Months
This story originally appeared at Shareably. Beagles are sweet and intelligent little dogs (if they’re raised right, of course). And they can sniff out anything from a problem to a surprise. There’s not much getting past these curious little pups. Pixabay “Their noses guide them through life, and they’re never happier than when following an interesting scent. The Beagle originally was bred as a scenthound to track small game, mostly rabbits and hare,” Dogtime.com says of the breed. Enter Lola Back in 2014, Paul...
Stray Dog Repeatedly Steals Toy Unicorn From Dollar General So Animal Control Buys It For Him
A store owner called animal control to report a stray dog that kept stealing a unicorn stuffed animal from the shop. When animal control arrived, they purchased the stuffed animal for the dog. Though no one is quite sure where Sisu came from or how he ended up a stray, there’s one thing for certain: He loves unicorns. In fact, he loves them so much that he broke into the Dollar General store in Kenansville, North Carolina a total of five times to steal a giant purple unicorn stuffed animal. Photo: Faebook/Duplin County Animal Services...
Severely Matted Dog Abandoned At Arizona Shelter Finds Forever Home After Makeover
Arizona Humane Society took in a dog found abandoned in her crate and in desperate need of some TLC. The neglected 5-year-old Shih Tzu arrived “with severely matted fur, overgrown nails, and in need of some serious dental work,” posted the shelter. The sweet girl was named Theodora and the staff went to work giving her a life-changing makeover. They started with a warm bubble bath and then trimmed off all the matted fur. Next, they cut her overgrown nails and showered her with love. Her new look was completed with an adorable...
One final push of inspiration as the No Place Like Home Challenge winds down
There’s just one more day left of the No Place Like Home Challenge, and we’ve been so impressed with what we have seen on Maddie’s® Pet Forum and social media alone! We’ve seen loads of microchips clinics, happy reunions and even a photoshoot for pets! We rounded up a few ideas to provide some inspiration that we hope lasts well beyond the Challenge. Siskiyou Humane Society in California held their first microchip clinic and chipped 69 cats and dogs. Kim Latos from the organization shared on Maddie’s® Pet...
Ravens In Alaska Are Stealing Groceries From Shoppers At Costco
Costco customers in Anchorage, Alaska are complaining that ravens are stealing their groceries from the parking lot. Kimberley Y. Waller shared on Facebook that her parents were victims of the ravens at the Costco on Diamond Blvd in Anchorage. She wrote, “Anyone else had an experience with the crows at Dimond Costco? My parents were minding their business after a shop and made it home with one less steak! The bird snatched it right out of the pack in the parking lot.” Apparently, she’s not the only one who’s...
Puppy Brings His Owner A Beautiful Bouquet Of Flowers
Dogs are such sweet animals. I honestly don’t think it’s possible to ever meet a dog that I don’t like. They’re just amazing animals. They have a way about them that makes you feel so important and loved. That is probably why they make such popular pets. Given that they’re considered man’s best friend, it makes sense that these loyal creatures are always willing to show us how much they care. Photo: Unsplash They will often do this through cuddles and doggie kisses. But every so often, you might get lucky...
Needed Another Bunny Heartbeat in My 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! I had an amazing bunny named Cedric for almost 9 years. He came to me from my 17-year-old daughter by way of her devoted boyfriend. When Cedric passed, I was devastated. He was always there to greet me when I returned home from work, galloping toward me each evening as I walked upstairs towards his territory. Photo: Lynn Kline I was in a dark mood for a few weeks until I realized that I...
Related Rescue Dogs From Texas Have ‘Chance Encounter’ In New York City
Three rescue dogs, one dad and two pups, were surrendered to Dr. Dolittle’s Rescue Ranch in McAllen, Texas, and went on to find separate forever homes. But fate brought the family back together over 1,000 miles away. The Texas dog rescue is open to adopters from all over the country. Their goal is to find the best possible fit and that is exactly what Marvin, Leo, and Murray found – in the same zip code. Screenshot: YouTube/Inside Edition Marvin, the dad, was adopted by Mattie Kahn and Jason Hellerstein and lives in the Upper West...
Teenager Is Training Rabbits To Become Therapy Animals On “Peacebunny Island”
Caleb Smith has been a “bunny guy” ever since he was eight years old. That’s when he rescued his first rabbit, Snickers, off Craigslist, and realized bunnies, like many pets, aren’t always treated as well as they should be. “The people selling Snickers had cats and a dog, but they only wanted to keep the cats. They were done with the others,” Smith, who is now 16, recalled in his new book, Peacebunny Island. “The way he used the word done struck me as gruff, and I felt bad for the animals that were...
Multiple Dog And Cat Food Brands Recalled Due To Salmonella Contamination
On March 26, 2021, Midwestern Pet Foods issued a voluntary recall of multiple brands of dog and cat food due to a possible salmonella contamination at their production facility in Monmouth, Illinois. The recall was initiated after the company discovered the possible contamination during a routine sampling program. No illnesses have been reported. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Mailing list clean-up, virtual Animal Care Expo and more!
Below is a brief round-up of new blog posts and resources we’ve added over the past week. It’s time to update your Maddie’s Fund mailing list preferences!Are you currently subscribed to the Maddie’s Fund mailing list? If so, we want to make sure our emails are still valuable to you. In the spirit of spring cleaning, we’ve revamped our mailing list form and kindly ask that you take two minutes to update your preferences A SAP. If you’re...
Drone Pilot Has Helped Over 150 People Reunite With Their Lost Dogs
Losing a pet can be incredibly stressful, as many of us unfortunately know. Whether to accident, theft, or some combination of unknowns, the task of searching for a lost dog is a daunting and draining prospect. Fortunately, thanks to the advances of modern technology and the kindness of one stranger, many in the South Yorkshire village of Goldthorpe have been reunited with their furry friends. Erica Hart, a longtime RC helicopter and drone enthusiast, started volunteering her services as an “eye in the sky” to help pet owners...
