#AmplifyLifesaving for pets like Coraline
Mar 03, 2021 Coraline showed up at APA!’s doors in immense pain after being struck by a car. Originally brought to Bastrop County Animal Services following the incident, our friends at that shelter reached out for help concerning Coraline’s long list of injuries. The car that struck her caused severe pelvic and femur fractures, knocked both of her hips out of socket, and left her with several other wounds and scrapes. Our clinic team determined she would require at least one orthopedic surgery, if not multiple, and lots of ongoing...
‘Empty The Tanks’ Movement To Ban Dolphin Breeding For Water Park Entertainment Sees Major Victory In Australia
As we grow to learn more about the natural world around us, humans must engage in the uncomfortable process of soul searching. Unfortunately, the history of humans and animals has long been one of cruel exploitation, environmental damage, and general indifference. In light of this greater context, we are beginning to change the way we look at the animal world. One issue that has become more pressing over time is the treatment of dolphins and other marine life for entertainment at water parks across the world. Audiences have long delighted at...
Great White Shows Stunning Speed in ‘Fifty Yard Dash’ Drone Video
There are few animals more enigmatic than the great white shark — they refuse captivity, observation, and many forms of interaction with humans. famously villainized in films like Jaws, the species continues to be misunderstood even as their need for environmental protections grows. One way to learn more about great whites is to simply observe. And thanks to technology such as drones and high-definition video, it’s easier than ever for enthusiasts to document, and even interact with, the great white. For photographer Matt Larmand...
Adorable Video Captures The Moment 3 Aquarium Penguins Play In The Snow
Over the past few weeks, many states have experienced extreme winter storms and freezing temperatures. That was true in Missouri, where temperatures hit record lows. The state experienced power outages, heavy snowfall, and icy winds. While it was a tough storm for many residents to get through, there were some who seemed to be enjoying the cold! Penguins were caught on camera enjoying a snow day away from their aquarium, and they were too cute! Photo: Instagram/wondersofwildlife The Wonders of Wildlife Aquarium is based in Springfield,...
Man Dies After Falling Through Ice To Save His Dog From Drowning
A father died in a tragic accident rescuing his daughter’s dog from an icy pond. According to Mirror Online, 66-year-old Iain Morrell, a beloved husband and father, attempted to save his daughter’s dog, Simba, who’d fallen into a frozen pond. During the rescue, Morrell allegedly fell through the ice and into the frozen water. Tragically, Morrell didn’t survive the rescue, but he was able to save Simba. The accident occurred in Bo’Ness, Scotland. According to the Daily Record, Morrel tried to walk across the ice...
EPA Remained Silent On Data Linking Seresto Flea Collars To Thousands Of Pet Deaths
Seresto is one of the most popular flea and tick collars in the country. According to data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, it’s also behind hundreds of pet death cases, tens of thousands of injured animals and hundreds of harmed humans. According to USA Today, the EPA has done nothing to inform the public of the risks of this product. Seresto is developed by the Bayer company and now sold by Elanco. It exposes animals to low dosages of the pesticide flumethrin for months at a time. The pesticide is intended to kill fleas,...
Apex Predators Are Being Hunted From The Skies In Alaska
It was 1972 when Congress originally passed the Federal Airborne Hunting Act, making it illegal for hunters to shoot animals from a plane or helicopter. Back then, as it is today, the practice was seen as unsportsmanlike, inhumane, and unfair. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service originally adopted the same prohibition to prevent the State of Alaska from allowing the practice on Refuges, Trustees for Alaska reports. USFWS noted at the time that the rule was necessary because the state’s law not only left loopholes for abuse and violations...
Elephant And Little Boy Warm Hearts With Kickball Game
This story originally appeared at Shareably. Finn Johnson and his friends Hanro and Rohan van Rooyen were all young boys when they got to kick around a soccer ball with the most unlikely of opponents. Finn’s mom Fiona Ayerst is a wildlife photographer and the boys accompanied her to a game farm called Indalu near Mossel Bay on the Western Cape of South Africa. That’s where they found some ball-kicking elephants. Fierce competition Elephants aren’t the only animals on the reserve, but they are probably the only ones that know...
NY Pizzeria Features Adoptable Cats On Pizza Boxes To Help Them Find Forever Homes
Humans love pizza and cats love boxes, so what better way to help adoptable cats find homes than by placing their photos on pizza boxes? Last year, Mary Alloy owner of Just Pizza in Amherst, New York, helped shelter dogs at Niagara County SPCA find loving homes by placing their photos on pizza boxes. This year, she decided it was time to help cats and reached out to Ten Lives Club. “I’ve always helped Ten Lives Club by donating pizza to their events so when I was looking for a way to help another organization in a positive way,...
Want to place 50% or more of your pets in foster homes? Take a comprehensive approach to foster recruitment
Traditionally in many shelters, only select pets have been eligible for foster care. Those sent to foster homes have typically been neonates and pets with medical needs. Due to lack of time and the seasonal nature of pets’ births, foster recruitment at most organizations has been done on an as-needed basis. This can leave shelters and rescue organizations scrambling to recruit the fosters they need. As we move toward community-centered sheltering practices, foster caregivers are more important than ever. Placing the majority of an...
These Dogs Stole The Show At The Golden Globe Awards
Most years, celebrities and their accomplishments are highlighted during the Golden Globe Awards. But this year, adorable dogs swooped in and stole the show. After the year we had in 2020, I think it’s safe to say we could all use more dogs in 2021. While some people may be talking about the award winners, like Chad Boseman and Andra Day, we’re equally excited to talk about the pups that showed up to steal the hearts of viewers. If you watched the awards for yourself, you may have noticed some pups in the background, like Regina...
Pet Winter Safety: 9 Ways To Help Dogs & Cats Survive America’s Coldest Weather In Decades
Winter isn’t an easy season for animals, especially those who lack a forever home. But this winter has been even more challenging than most – particularly in Texas, where millions of people and animals were stranded without power or heat in the freezing cold. Now the lights are back on, but many Americans are still struggling to process our coldest winter in decades. Here are 9 simple ways to keep your pets healthy and safe until warmer weather arrives. 1. How Cold Is Too Cold For Dogs? Photo: Flickr/misuk Our pet may have fur...
Miley Cyrus Is ‘Head Over Heels In Love’ With New Rescue Pit Bull Named Angel
Miley Cyrus opens her heart and home to another pit bull two months after the death of her beloved pit mix Mary Jane. She shared the happy news on Instagram welcoming the new dog named Angel to the family. The post featured images of Angel already napping alongside Cyrus’ other rescue dogs and living up to her name. The 28-year-old songwriter quoted some lyrics from one of her songs before introducing the rescue pit bull to her fans. “I thought I lost you when you ran away to try & find me. I thought I’d never see your...
Goldfish With Buoyancy Issues Saved After Rescuers Fitted Him With A Tiny Handmade Lifejacket
One little goldfish was stuck upside-down at the bottom of her tank due to a buoyancy issue. However, her luck turned for the better when a rescue stepped in and fitted the little fish with a custom lifejacket that would allow her to swim right-side up. The goldish suffered from a condition known as swim bladder, according to the Daily Mail. The owners of the goldfish were told that the swim bladder was untreatable and the little fish would be stuck upside-down at the bottom of her tank for the rest of her life. Naturally, the goldfish owners...
Cat That Went Missing For 15 Years Is Reunited With Her Owner
After missing for 15 years, a cat has been reunited with her owner. Charles adopted Brandy when she was just 2 months old. Unfortunately, shortly after her adoption, Brandy went missing. The little cat hadn’t been seen since 2005 and Charles had long lost hope of ever seeing her again. However, 15 years after Brandy went missing Charles received the call he thought was never coming. The Los Angeles County animal shelter in Palmdale found Brandy about 30 minutes from where Charles lives. When they scanned Brandy for a microchip, they...
The Determined Kitty, Inky
This story was originally shared TheAnimalRescueSite.GreaterGood.com. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! I remember getting Inky and her sister, Princess in 2008 from the humane society. I was filled with joy that we were not getting one kitten, but two! We already had two cats (Kitty and Oreo) at home so we knew how to properly care for cats. The kitties had spent their first night in my sister’s room and had spent the entire night wrestling and jumping around. Everything...
Wisconsin Hunters Kill 178 Gray Wolves In 72 Hours
It took less than 72 hours for hunters in Wisconsin to kill 178 gray wolves, animals once considered endangered. The final death toll was 59 more than the state’s target of 119. According to the Star Tribune, Wisconsin’s Department of Natural Resources officials announced just two days into the season that the hunt would end early because so many animals had been killed in the first two days. Hunters and trappers exceeded their target in all six of the state’s management zones by the time the season was closed. Initially,...
“Pet” Tiger Cub Found Outside During Texas’ Deep Freeze Gets New Home At Wildlife Sanctuary
A catastrophic winter storm recently swept across Texas leaving millions without power amid below-freezing temperatures. Countless animals needed to be rescued from the cold, including a six-month-old “pet” tiger. Bexar County Sheriff’s Office received many calls about animals left out in the harsh conditions and urged residents to keep their pets warm by bringing them inside. “If it is too cold for you to be outside, it is probably too cold for your pets! Please bring pets indoors and keep them safe and warm,”...
COLD WEATHER BLAST – What We Need and How We Can Help
Mar 01, 2021 If you haven’t read the latest on our response, daily stories are available on our social media and here. 1. Donate to help us today as we work around the clock to protect animals affected by the unprecedented cold. 2. Donate supplies/support to help. We are currently asking for the following items and support. If you can help, please email [email protected] or come to our Town Lake shelter (1156 W Cesar Chavez). Supplies should be left in front of the Building B gate. *=priority items Supplies/support needed:–...
Rare Mekong River Irrawaddy Dolphins Are Nearly Extinct, But There Is Hope
The small freshwater Mekong River Irrawaddy dolphins are noted for their uniquely shaped round heads and short dorsal fins. They are like no other dolphin on Earth, and could soon be extinct. In fact, only about 89 of these animals remain alive, living in an 118-mile stretch of the Mekong River between Cambodia and Laos. Though their entire species is contained in a single pinpoint on a map of the world, these dolphins are still facing threats from human activity. Source: Adobe Stock/isuaneyeIrrawaddy dolphins are found in the Mekong River...
