Engineer Designs App That Translates Your Cat’s Meows Into Words
Cat parents know that cats are not afraid to voice their opinions, but do we really understand what they’re saying? There’s no doubt that cats are intelligent animals. They discovered that meowing captures their human’s attention, so they use it to communicate. However, cats don’t meow at each other. Pixabay Since cats have made an effort to efficiently communicate with humans, one former Amazon engineer figured it was about time we did the same. Javier Sanchez is now a project manager at Akvelon and recently developed...
Holiday Shelter Challenge: Help Us Play Santa With $90K In Cash & Prizes
At the Animal Rescue Site, we love sharing stories about animals who’ve been rescued and adopted. In many cases, your generous support has helped us give these shelter pets a second chance at life. Your steady support has inspired us to add a new feature to our website, which is already powered by readers who shop and click daily to help needy animals. Now the Shelter Challenge lets you cast daily votes for your favorite shelters and rescues, awarding them with 20 pieces of kibble per vote and helping them compete in contests with hefty...
Musician Serenades Dog With The Song “Here Comes The Sun”
There is something so wonderful about the power of music. It has a way of connecting us with one another, including animals. Animals can also connect with music and enjoy certain melodies. But sometimes there are certain songs that perfectly capture the essence of our pets. One of those songs happens to be “Here Comes the Sun” by the Beatles. The gentle melody and lyrics can easily describe our pets as they are literal rays of sunshine in our lives. Photo: YouTube / AcousticTrench And one musician happened to serenade his beloved...
Researchers Discover Two New Species Mammals In Australia
Just when we think that all animal species on the planet have been discovered, nature throws a curveball. And for researchers in Australia, 2020 has sent them two new and previously unknown mammal species to study. Researchers had previously believed that there was only one type of the greater glider. However, following a publication in Nature, it was revealed that there are actually three types of greater gliders in the wild. The corrected information came from the Scientific Reports journal. One of the report’s authors, Professor...
Over 160 Dogs Rescued From 323-Square-Foot Hoarded House In Japan
Authorities in Japan have rescued 164 dogs from a small home, which is being called one of the worst cases of animal hoarding according to animal rights activists. The rescue of the very thin, very sick dogs occurred in the Japanese city of Izumo. As Reuters reported, the animal rights group, Dobutsukikin, shared that the discovery of the emaciated dogs was made when neighbors made complaints. What they found inside the 323 square foot home was nothing short of horrifying, as the pictures showed dogs stuffed on top of one another, crowded on...
Mountain Goats In Italy Defy Gravity To Reach Nutritious Mineral Salts
Anyone who might have seen a mountain goat in action knows that goats have an amazing grasp on gravity. They are quite sure-footed as they scale heights that would make the rest of us cry. And there is one dam in Italy, in the Antrona Valley Natural Park, that has some wild alpine ibex, also called mountain goats, that perform amazing climbing feats. The former host of the BBC series, Forces of Nature, Brian Cox, went to this spot in order to observe the mountain goats take on the almost fully vertical walls of the dam. Photo: YouTube / BBC...
Wild Squirrel Waits Patiently At The Window Every Morning For A Peanut
For those who need to see something adorable, look no further than the video that features a charming little squirrel waiting for a treat. The video was filmed in Portland, Oregon by the man who supplies the little squirrel with his daily dose of peanuts. In the adorable footage, you can see the squirrel, eagerly waiting by the door for the man to come out. Once the squirrel spots the man approaching the door, his excitement mounts because he knows he’s about to get fed. The man then opens the door to greet the little critter, saying,...
Grumpy-Faced Shelter Cat Named Giggles Attracts Adopters With Irresistible Scowl
Grumpy cats are hard to resist and a shelter cat in Ohio is attracting thousands of people with his disgruntled looks. While his name, Giggles, implies laughter and delight, his facial expressions and story are anything but happy. He was rescued from the streets by a Good Samaritan and brought to Riggi Rescue covered in ticks and had a wound on his neck from a suspected cat fight. Photo: Facebook/Riggi Rescue Giggles was treated, neutered, and vaccinated before being put up for adoption. Apparently, a loving cat is hiding behind the permanent...
Young Zebra Dies After Being Spooked By Fireworks
A zebra born during the COVID-19 lockdown in March at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in Wraxall, North Somerset, England, has tragically died due to fireworks. The young zebra was named Hope as she was born during such an uncertain time. The keepers chose the name “to symbolize a ray of light and hope at a time which felt so bleak.” Photo: Facebook/ Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm The terrible incident took place on the eve of Bonfire Night, which is held every year in England on November 5th to celebrate the failed attempt to blow up the...
Demanding Cat Whines Until He Gets Midnight Snack In Viral Video
Have you ever wondered where the phrase “midnight snack” comes from? Well, it may have all started with cats. Cats are nocturnal, as you know, so it’s perfectly normal for them to be eating at midnight, but a two-year-old American shorthair, named Li Bai, is going viral for demanding seconds. The feline lives in Beijing with his mom, Ms Zhang, and is described as a “drama queen”. He often meows and whines to get his mom’s attention, no matter what time of night. Screenshots: Douyin/Cat Lord Li Bai Zhang...
How one Pet Foster Stimulus Grant recipient’s community was their animal welfare organization’s lifeline
In need of a feel-good story? As foster care has become the saving grace for many animal welfare organizations in times of Covid and onward, Pet Foster Stimulus Grant recipient, PAWS Atlanta in Atlanta, GA, was no different. What’s more was that they discovered just how amazing their community was! When PAWS Atlanta found out that their county was going into a shelter in place order in March, they put out a call to their community for fosters. The community response was incredible! They placed 110 animals into...
Former President’s Loyal Service Dog, Sully, Honored With 2nd Statue On Veterans Day
It’s been years since Sully, the golden lab who faithfully cared for George H.W. Bush in his final years, worked with the former president, but the service dog has never forgotten his first family. When Jenna Bush Hager and her daughters called Sully at his new job at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the loving pup recognized them straight away. According to TODAY, the trio wanted to thank Sully for taking such good care of their beloved “Great Gampy,” who passed away in 2018, and wish the dog — who...
10 Best Emotional Support Dog Breeds
There’s no doubt that dogs make our lives better. But some dogs take it a step further and improve the quality of life for their humans suffering from depression and anxiety through unwavering affection. People who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental conditions are often looking for a doting dog that will be there to comfort them and provide security. Studies have found that dogs will attempt to soothe their owners when they are distressed, proving they really are man’s best friend. Pixabay Emotional support animals...
Former NFL Star Jay Cutler Turns To Social Media To Help Find His Missing German Shepherd
Former NFL star Jay Cutler has lost his German Shepherd, Bane, and he’s offering $1,000 to anyone who can help find him. Cutler posted photos of Bane on Instagram when he first discovered the dog missing. He’s been hoping his followers will aid in the search for his furry friend, who is likely in the Franklin, Tennessee area. “Ok Instagram it’s time to do some good today. Bane is missing,” Cutler wrote. “80lb German shepherd. Last seen on Old Hillsboro in Franklin, TN. $1000 dollar reward for his...
Rare Albino Turtle Goes Viral For Resembling A Slice Of Melted Cheese
A farmer found a rather unusual turtle in India that looks different than most turtles we have seen before. It is a yellow color that resembles a slice of cheddar cheese or perhaps an egg yolk. When the picture of the turtle appeared online after being posted by the Indian Forest Service, people went crazy for it and started sharing it. When you see it for yourself, you might wonder what it is. We won’t make you wait though. It’s an albino Indian flapshell turtle. If you’ve never seen an Indian flapshell turtle before,...
4-Year-Old Is Baking Dog Biscuits To Raise Money For Animal Rescue
Logan Hovey loves his rescue dog, Harper. “She likes to snuggle me when it’s night time,” he told WIVB. The 4-year-old West Seneca, New York, boy also loves baking with his mother, Eden Hovey. Recently, the two have been baking treats for Harper. Source: Facebook/Logan’s Dog HouseFour-year-old Logan Hovey started a dog biscuit baking venture to raise money for his favorite animal shelter. “We got a recipe from our vet to see what we could give her as a treat,” Eden said. “And we started...
When Spiders Cluster Together It Looks Like ‘Hair’ Is Growing From Buildings
We tend to think that life is good and we don’t have too much to worry about when we are in our home. That may be the case, but what if you were asked to take care of someone else’s home or perhaps a property that has not been cared for in a while? You may soon discover that a strange ball of fur in some forgotten corner is actually a swarm of daddy long legs. The spiders that have this type of behavior are known as Opiliones, sometimes referred to as harvestmen or daddy long legs. They are different from the common spiders you...
Hilarious TikTok Shows What Life Would Be Like ‘If Cats Were Human’
Many cat owners talk to their pets like they are human, but have you ever wondered how your relationship with your pet would change if it actually were? Comedian Abi Clarke played this out in a few hilarious scenarios recorded on the video sharing platform TikTok. Her series, “If Cats Were Human” explores different ways our furry friends might express themselves if they were real people. “So far, she’s created four videos that tackle some of the funny topics that kitty owners discuss the most, like...
Charter Captain Rescues Sea Turtle Caught In Gill Net Just In The Nick Of Time
This story originally appeared at Shareably. More and more we’ve been seeing videos and pictures of just how much we impact nature and our impact on the specific places that animals call their homes. Video after video, picture after picture, and article after article showing us the trash left behind in a once beautiful place or an animal struggling because we didn’t properly dispose of our trash. Then, because of this, an innocent animal just so happened to eat it or accidentally entangle itself in it. However, it’s not just...
Sanctuary Elephants Stop And Listen to Pianist Play Beethoven
There’s nothing like a good song on a sunny day. Something about music has the power to soothe nerves, excite the mind, and warm the heart. The video below shows a talented pianist playing to a herd of elephants. Instead of simply walking away and carrying on with elephant things, they are sticking around to hear the music. Perhaps these elephants have heard this opening before, or maybe they just want to hear where it leads. Say what you want about classical music, it’s finding new fans every day. Many of them contribute to...
