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...
Farm Dog Shows Her Lightning-Fast Trench Digging Skills In Viral Video
Dogs are beloved for their obvious qualities — loyalty, affection, and their naturally upbeat dispositions. On the farm, their skills make them even more important, as herders, guards, and hard workers. Sissy the farm dog, a viral TikTok star described as a “working dog living life one quirk at a time” shows lightning-fast reflexes, problem-solving, and perfect trench digging skills, making her quite a well-rounded farmhand! As a Blue Heeler (or Australian Cattle Dog if you’re fancy), Sissy exemplifies the whip-smart,...
New Report Claims That Covid-19 Pandemic Pet Adoptions Make People Feel Happier
The Covid 19 pandemic has changed our lives in more ways than most of us realize. Perhaps one of the most difficult parts of the pandemic has been isolation. In order to overcome isolation as safely as possible, many people have turned to adopting a pet, either temporarily or permanently. Rover.com recently spoke with 1000 pet owners in an online poll. More specifically, they were looking for people who brought a new pet into their home since the pandemic started last March. Photo: Unsplash 66% of those who took part in the poll already had a...
10-Year-Old Boy Reunited With Dog Who Went Missing For Two Months
There is no worse feeling than losing your pet. I am thankful that I’ve never had to go through the trauma of having my dog run away. But for those who have, it’s a very distressing experience – particularly the longer the missing period drags on. Tyler is a 10-year-old boy that received quite a fright when his beloved dog, Bruiser, took off in pursuit of a rabbit. Photo: Piqsels The poor boy was left distraught, and after two months had gone by and there was no sign of Bruiser anywhere, Tyler began to lose hope that he...
Couple Sets Up Camera To Catch Porch Pirate And Discovers Its The Neighbor’s Dog
We all despise porch piracy. Unfortunately, it seems to be a rather frequent occurrence in our society. We’ve seen videos of people trying to come up with all kinds of traps and diversions to keep people from stealing delivered items off their porch. There have also been plenty of people who’ve uploaded videos of these brazen porch pirates thanks to their home surveillance systems – one of those often being doorbells with video. For one family, they were about to make a very interesting discovery about a recent theft. As it...
Dog Saves Her Human’s Life By Finding Help After Seizure
One Otowa family’s pup is eating like royalty this week after her heroism saved a life. “[My wife] Diane comes home with a couple of big steaks and I thought ‘Wow, this is great, I’m getting a big steak!’ and she said, ‘No, it’s for Clover for doing such a great job,’” Randall Moore told CTV News. Clover, a one-and-a-half-year-old Maremma mix, had stepped in when Haley Moore, the family’s daughter, suffered a seizure that left her collapsed on the ground during a walk. Thanks to...
“Pandemic Puppies” Are Being Returned To Shelters Nationwide
The Covid-19 pandemic was devastating in many ways. As the world starts rebuilding and preparing for the future of a “post-Covid” world, much of that devastation will continue to have a lasting impact. As the pandemic began, a bright spot for those working in animal rescue was the sharp increase in demand for shelter dogs and other pets. However, as those who work in the field know, many who choose to adopt, especially first-time owners, can face a huge number of challenges. In many ways, the phenomenon of “pandemic...
Artist Creates Adorable Tiny Hats For Pets
A Lativia-based yarn artist named Viktorija creates adorable tiny hats for tiny pets. She uses colorful yarn to knit the hats that fit little creatures like snakes, guinea pigs, rats, hedgehogs, hamsters, and owls! Viktorija knits and sells her tiny hats on Etsy where she has a store, VikiPerfectGift. Each hat is modeled by an adorable little animal. Some of her models are real, adorable animals and others are stuffed animals she uses in their place. Check out some of the adorable hats below: 1. Guinea Pig These tiny guinea pig hats are so...
Nursing Home Hires A Golden Retriever Puppy To ‘Bring Happiness’ To The Residents
A nursing home just hired an adorable golden retriever puppy named Gracie. Her job is to bring happiness and joy to the senior residents. The 3-month-old pup was “hired” in March by the Good Samaritan Society – Scotland, a nursing home based in Scotland, South Dakota. According to a post shared by the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, Gracie’s role in the facility is to bring “happiness and joy to residents and staff.” Photo: Facebook/The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society So far, it...
Lucky & Kittery: We’re Not Counting Days, We’re Making Days Count
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! Pal Robin Desmet, former Valley Patriot “Kitty’s Corner” columnist and respected MSPCA volunteer, goaded me into meeting the shelter’s senior cats just in case one took my fancy. They all did but most were spoken for. But one buff beauty caught my eye and heart when he strutted his spry stuff in my presence. Lucky had been in this very room as a kitten, spent 14...
Labrador Found Tied To Tree In Hurricane Is Now A Narcotics Detection Dog For Maryland Police
Hurricane Laura tore through Louisiana in August 2020 and people either evacuated or took shelter. But one family left their dog, a Labrador retriever named Bolton, tied to a tree to fend for himself. Thankfully, a kind neighbor spotted the dog and took him inside until the storm passed. The young pup was then brought to a local shelter where TRU Rescue, a Maryland dog rescue, heard about him. They transported the sweet boy to Maryland and placed him with a loving foster, Amanda, who also happens to be the daughter of a Harford County...
Black Bear Spotted Relaxing In Jacuzzi At Tennessee Vacation Rental
It is officially spring, which means black bears have emerged from their dens in Tennessee. Roughly 1,500 black bears call the Great Smokey Mountains National Park home and are often seen by visitors. Todd Trebony and his wife rented a cabin in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, to breathe in the fresh mountain air and unwind in the peace and quiet. But then an uninvited guest arrived. Screenshot: Facebook/Animalkind Stories One morning as the sun began to rise, Trebony looked out onto the back porch and spotted a black bear. He quickly grabbed his phone...
