The ‘World’s Loneliest Elephant’ Made His First Friend In Years
Animals are very capable of having feelings and forming bonds with others. That is why it was heartbreaking to see the “world’s loneliest elephant” who had to live without a buddy after losing his partner back in 2012. The poor elephant was living alone in the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad, Pakistan. He received little-to-no social interaction for several years. The elephant, a 36-year-old male bull Asian elephant named Kaavan, was originally from Sri Lanka. But as the Daily Mail reported, he has spent 35 years in captivity....
Dog Alerts Owners To Hidden Electrical Fire Starting In Their Walls
It is going to be a Merry Christmas this year in the Radel-Paaby household thanks to the heroic efforts of their beloved pooch, Willow. The fluffy white 10-month-old Great Pyrenees pup managed to thwart a potential fire. As her owner, Caitlyn Radel-Paaby, explained to The Dodo, the incident happened the day before Thanksgiving. As Caitlyn shared, she had returned from the grocery store. It was a normal enough return for Caitlyn, who noted that both her partner and son were downstairs. However, the puppy that normally would race to welcome her...
Man Rescues Baby Dolphin Stranded On California Beach
Dolphin calves usually nurse for a year and stay close to their mothers for a couple more before venturing out on their own – unless they are separated by Mother Nature. Alex Marcoulides was strolling along Malibu Beach in California when he spotted an animal in distress. He rushed over and found a dolphin calf stranded on the beach. He instantly entered the water and attempted to guide the dolphin into deeper water. It took a few tries as the waves continued to push the little dolphin toward the shore. Screenshot: Facebook/One Tree...
Don’t forget to report your monthly data to Shelter Animals Count
Have you submitted your monthly shelter data to Shelter Animals Count (SAC) yet? This is your friendly reminder to do so! Submitting your data on a monthly basis allows for the most relevant data collection that gives our field insight on where our movement is headed. If your animal shelter has been submitting your data monthly since 2019, your data is included in some of the graphics and data dashboards made by SAC. Additionally, SAC releases monthly impact reports with data from more than 1,300 animal welfare organizations who...
Man Risks His Life To Brawl With 350-Pound Bear Attacking His Rescue Dog
Kaleb Bentham would do anything for his beloved rescue dog Buddy. This includes risking his life to save his pit bull mix from a 350-pound bear. Buddy were playing outside his house in Grass Valley, California, when his owner suddenly had a bad feeling. Sure enough, when Bentham looked outside, a massive bear had gripped his beloved dog’s head in its jaws. “Honestly the only thing I could think of was ‘save my baby,’” Bentham told CBS 13. “I heard a growl, looked about 75-100 feet down, and the bear was...
Rare Pygmy Possums Located After Experts Feared Their Extinction From The Bushfires
2020 has been one devastating event after another. And to kick off the year we had the horrific Australian bushfires. The fires burned so much land and were merciless on the wildlife living in the region. There were many different species who took major trauma to their populations. And for the little pigmy possums, experts were worried that the adorably tiny creatures had been obliterated by the fires. However, a year later, there is amazing news: they’ve been rediscovered! According to the Australian conservation group Kangaroo Island...
The Flatid Planthopper Nymph Looks Just Like Popcorn With Tiny Legs
The natural world gives us so many wonders. If you look anywhere on Earth, there is bound to be a species that blows the mind. But it’s not just the large creatures of the land that can blow our minds with their looks. If you were to look at the insect world, there are plenty of examples of intrigue. We’ve all seen stunning examples of camouflage or deception amongst insects. But when we think of such examples we probably think of the famously-named stick bug that resembles its twig-like surroundings. Most would hardly think that...
Real Life “Puss In Boots” Uses His Adorable Looks To Beg For Treats
I’m a cat person and I’m proud to admit it. Cats are often misunderstood and as a result they end up getting a bad rap of being aloof or standoffish. But they’re actually quite cute. However, they can also be a little manipulative when they want to be – mainly when it comes to getting food. Our cats are masters at pulling on our heartstrings so that we’ll open up the treat bag. Some might say that they surpass dogs and their famous puppy-dog eyes. And one crafty feline has been captured pulling off the perfect...
Off-Duty Police Officer Follows Dog Tracks Through The Woods To Find Missing Elderly Man
Fred Rapp, 78, was driving through the New Jersey woods with his dog when he crashed his vehicle. Unsure of his surroundings, or where the nearest road may be, Rapp was lost for days. Police searched for nine hours after Rapp’s daughter, Heidi Sarno, filed a missing persons report. According to People, the police were able to close in on the man using GPS data from his phone. The data led them to the 251-acre Crossley Preserve site where they “searched the wooded areas with the department’s Humvee, drone, and its newly...
Golden Retriever Is Going Viral For Howling Along To Popular Christmas Song
Everyone has their own way of getting into the holiday spirit, including a golden retriever named Hugo. He lives in Whitley Bay, UK, with his owners who just happened to capture him “singing” along with The Three Tenors in their opera rendition of White Christmas. Hugo walked right up to the television and began to howl as soon as the song began, and continued to “sing” along adding his own baritone variations on the popular song. Halfway through the tune, he stands up for emphasize and continues to howl. Screenshot:...
Exuberant Canine Pushes Kid Out Of The Way To Welcome Daddy Home
There’s nothing like a good homecoming, and this one is no exception. The father in this video has likely spent several months away from his family. When he returns in uniform, his young boy is eager to welcome daddy home. But the family dog has other plans. Source: Reddit/u/trillospinDad arrives home. Source: Reddit/u/trillospinSomeone is happy to see their friend again! Not to be outdone, the jazzed up canine gives his human a big hug and dances around in excitement. Source: Reddit/u/trillospinThis dog steals the show! This video was...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: New Maddie’s Pet Forum video tutorial, Celebrate Shelter Pets Day and more!
Below is a brief round-up of new blog posts and resources we’ve added over the past week. Navigate Maddie’s® Pet Forum with this handy tutorial Maddie’s® Pet Forum looks a little different since we refreshed it a few months ago. While we hope it’s been smooth sailing to you, we created a video to help answer any questions you might have. This forum is a free, online community for staff and volunteers at shelters, rescues and related animal welfare organizations, to… Learn More Today...
Rescuers Build A Barge To Save Giraffes Stranded On A Flooded Island
Giraffes are such majestic animals. They are also a dwindling species that have been greatly affected by such threats such as natural habitat loss and poaching. But for some giraffes living on an island in Kenya’s Lake Baringo, there is another obstacle to overcome: flooding. Three giraffe conservation groups – Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), Save Giraffes Now, and the Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) – are coming together to help save the eight Rothschild’s giraffes stranded on the island that is now facing flooding. The...
Firefighters Rush To Save Dog Stranded On Ice In The Middle Of A River
While out for a walk along the Sheyenne River in Horace, North Dakota, a woman noticed something large and brown sitting on top of a chunk of ice right in the middle of the river. After getting a closer look, she realized that it was a chocolate lab. As KVRR reported, the poor dog had become trapped on the block of ice out in the freezing waters. The woman didn’t know what to do to help the dog, but she knew that she couldn’t leave the dog to freeze to death outside in the cold waters. The woman decided that the best course of...
Koala Breaks Into Family’s House And Climbs Into Their Christmas Tree
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…a koala in a Christmas tree? Well, apparently someone should consider rewriting the classic caroling diddy to include koalas because that is exactly what one stunned family in Australia found clinging to their Christmas tree. The McCormick family was shocked to discover that their Christmas tree had been taken over by an adorable little houseguest who was hugging the side of their tree like an extra angel. They immediately got in touch with the Adelaide and Hills Koala Rescue group...
Owner Saves 9-Week-Old Puppy After It Gets Attacked By A Python
There is nothing scarier than watching your dog get attacked by a hidden predator. Unfortunately, that exact scenario played out for one unfortunate dog owner. While outside, a nine-week-old puppy was attacked by a python that was hiding inside some bushes. The incident occurred in Slippy Downs, which is a suburb of the region known as the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. The dog’s owner managed to capture the entire attack on security footage. In the terrifying footage, the large python is seen emerging from a bush as the...
Adorable Ultrasound Of A Baby Elephant Goes Viral
Baby animals are the cutest things ever – no matter what species. And there will definitely be some hype built up at the Oklahoma City Zoo as the establishment prepares to welcome a new little baby elephant. The exciting news was shared with the internet as the zoo’s 25-year-old Asian elephant, Asha, was announced to be expecting her fourth little bundle of joy, come February 2022! Apparently, the elephant is 8 months into a 22-month-long pregnancy. Yikes! That is roughly about 660 days of being pregnant. Asha’s already a...
Watch As Frightened Labrador Is Rescued From Floating Ice In Freezing North Dakota River
Stories about pets and thin ice do not often make for happy endings. Thankfully, this one had help. While out for a morning walk near the Sheyenne River in Horace, North Dakota, a woman saw a dog in danger. The chocolate Lab, later identified as Lola, was stranded on an ice float that had broken free. The woman called 9-1-1 and explained the situation to first responders from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and West Fargo Fire Department, who quickly went into action. Source: Facebook/Cass County Sheriff’s Office – Fargo,...
‘Holiday Miracle,’ Pit Bull Returns 1 Year After Going Missing In Chicago
Gracie the 6-year-old Pit Bull disappeared from her Chicago home in December 2019 after a houseguest left the front door open. Ever since then, owner Kelly Shade has been trying to find her. “We posted signs everywhere; we posted on Lost Dog Illinois, contacted all the shelters in the neighborhood and I just cried for months,” Shade told ABC 7. Source: YouTube/ABC 7 ChicagoKelly Shade’s Pit Bull Gracie went missing in 2019. Nearly a year later, someone else in the Jackson Park Highlands neighbor had spotted Gracie less than...
Firefighters And Neighbors Work Together To Save Abandoned Horse From California Wildfire
California is once again threatened by a fast-moving wildfire with 25,000 residents told to evacuate with little notice. Bond Fire started as a structure fire in Silverado Canyon and extended into nearby brush. The high winds and dry conditions fueled the fire, which has already burned 7,200 acres and is 0% contained. Over 500 firefighters are on the ground and in the air battling the flames and saving people and pets. Residents in Modjeska Canyon were told to evacuate, but not all were able to escape. A horse was left behind when its owners...
