The Internet Is Obsessed With This Kitten That Sleeps Like A Human
If you’re a cat owner, you know that there is nothing more adorable than a cat who is asleep. They’re like adorable little cinnamon rolls of happiness. We can’t help but want to take all the pictures of them while they’re asleep, as well as tickle their little toe beans until they wake up – annoyed. But there is plenty of time for annoying our cats while they sleep, seeing as they tend to sleep a lot. They sleep morning, noon, and night. And they’ll fit their siestas into almost any part of the house like...
Vets Defy CDC Orders To Deport French Bulldogs Snuck Into Chicago By Russian Breeder
Chicago French Bulldog Rescue was specifically founded to protect French bulldogs from neglect and abuse. The animal rescue takes this mission so seriously that it recently defied government orders to put 15 sick puppies on a Jordan-bound plane out of concern for their well-being. This heartbreaking saga started when 16 French bulldogs were discovered by a warehouse employee at Chicago O’Hare International Airport — dehydrated, hungry, covered in urine and feces, and stuffed two to a cage — where rescuers believe they had...
Dog Takes Front-Row Seat As Dad Plays ‘Can’t Help Falling In Love’
This story originally appeared at Shareably. Having a dog can be one of the most cherished, loving, and even funny experiences we as humans can have on Earth. Our pets share with us our most joyful times, our saddest times, adventurous times, and the list goes on. Our furry friends are there for us for whatever, wherever, and whenever. They are just happy to be near us which further establishes a bond that lives in our hearts forever. Pixabay Music, nature, and a furry friend. For one dog named Maple and her owner together, they share special...
Lights Out Movement Could Save Millions Of Migrating Birds
As temperatures begin to fall and the days become shorter, birds are heading south for the winter. 80 percent of migrating birds travel at night, but many never make it to their destination due to a man-made problem – light pollution. Hummingbirds, sparrows, warblers, geese, and millions of other birds migrate thousands of miles across the country every year using the stars as a guide, but city lights make the stars hard to see. Pixabay The glow of city lights lure migrating birds into cities and confuse them, causing many to crash into...
Bomb-Sniffing Rat Awarded Gold Medal For Saving Countless Lives In Cambodia
Magawa cuts a distinguished figure as he adjusts his PDSA gold medal for life-saving bravery and devotion, though he likely enjoys scouring his handler’s palm for treats even more. The 7-year-old rat may not realize he’s the first of his species in the 77-year history of the the UK’s leading veterinary charity. According to Unilad, the pouched rat earned the reward by sniffing out 39 landmines and 28 unexploded munitions in Cambodia, clearing more than 1.5 million square feet of land, more than the equivalent of 26 football...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Pet Foster Stimulus Grant recipient story, access to veterinary care and more!
Below is a brief round-up of new blog posts and resources we’ve added over the past week. How one Pet Foster Stimulus Grant recipient took the opportunity to transform their animal welfare organization, #ThanksToMaddiePrior to COVID-19, Kent County Animal Shelter in Grand Rapids, MI, didn’t have a foster program in place, so when they received the pet foster stimulus grant, they went from 0 fosters to 100 (literally). They implemented their foster program in no time, including behavior dogs with specific needs. Namiko...
15 Dog-Themed Halloween Pumpkin Carvings
It’s hard to believe that the fall is here and Halloween is just around the corner. Now we are looking forward to trick-or-treating, watching some scary movies, and of course, carving a pumpkin. Admittedly, things may be a little different this year because of the pandemic but we still try to have at least a little normalcy in our lives. If you are artistic, perhaps you’ve tried to pass it over on to some pumpkin carving skills. For those who aren’t as artistic, there are some unique stencils out there that can help you...
Florida Is Now The 15th State To Ban The Shark Fin Trade
The governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis, signed the Kristen Jacobs Ocean Conservation Act. This is a real victory for conservationists, as the act bans the shark fin trade in the state. As of October 1, Florida becomes the 15th state to ban the trade of shark fins. This is significant because it used to serve as a hub for the United States shark fin trade. The Kristen Jacobs Ocean Conservation Act, named after Florida Representative Kristen Jacobs, will go into effect on October 1, 2020. Jacobs sponsored the House version of the bill, but...
Artist Carves A Detailed Portrait Of His Pomeranian On A Pumpkin
Most people who have dogs want to do what they can to share their lives with the animal in every way possible. It is especially true when the holidays are involved, and Halloween is no different. One man decided to use Sophie, his Pomeranian, and create an interesting looking “pumpkin.” It took about 3 hours to create the jack-o’-lantern, or should we call it a dog-O-lantern? Photo: YouTube / Rumble Viral Watching it happen as a time-lapse video is incredible. Photo: Youtube / Rumble Viral Sophie must be one lucky dog to get...
Dog Born With A Birthmark Across His Face Grows Up To Be A Handsome Boy
When most people think about genetic mutations, they don’t necessarily get the best mental image. For one dog on Instagram, however, a genetic mutation has resulted in something adorable. In fact, people are falling in love with this dog’s lovely black patch. Enzo Viola is the English cream golden retriever that had an unusual black patch on his face when he was born. It’s not painful and does not hurt the dog in any way. Now that he is 3 years old, this adorable dog from Texas is as energetic as you would expect from the...
Dog That Suffers From Anxiety After Being Mauled Gets His Own Emotional Support Dog
We could all use a helping hand in life, and it seems as if that is also true for our furry friends. Arnold is a perfect example of this. He is a 2-year-old Weimaraner, but when he was a little puppy, he was mauled by a German Shepherd. Arnold lives with his human companion, Carolyn Manalis of Perth, Australia. She had to watch as the little dog became more and more skittish due to that experience. Arnold suffers from separation anxiety and any time a larger dog is around, it frightens him even more. That is where Frank comes in. As a...
Over 350 Sea Turtles Died Off The Coast Of Baja California
There is a mystery happening off the coast of Baja, California, that has environmentalist groups scratching their heads. So far this year, 351 loggerhead sea turtles have been found dead. Just last week, authorities found 137 sea lions who had washed up on the beach dead in the same area. A record of the sea lions and turtles that died were recorded by The Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA) after they were found on San Lázaro Beach in Baja California Sur. There are fishing regulations in place to help protect...
Man Finds Hilarious Selfies After A Monkey Stole His Phone
It is not unusual for monkeys in Malaysia to get into some mischief. Recently, one man found himself without a cell phone, after a monkey stole it from him. Little did he know that the monkey would also make use of it, taking plenty of selfies while in possession of it! According to BBC, it happened one Saturday morning when Zackrydz Rodzi woke up and discovered his cell phone was missing. He was visiting Malaysia from Batu Pahat, Johor and as he was searching for the missing item, he said that there was “no sign of robbery.” On...
This Fairytale Horse Has Beautiful Long Hair Just Like Rapunzel
I’m not ashamed to admit that I love all animals. There are certain animals, however, that really grab my attention, and I think that horses are at the top of the list. There is just something beautiful about their every move and when you see one running across an open field, it can take your breath away. Of course, not all horses are created equal, and a horse named Storm is one that certainly deserves our attention. Storm is an 8-year-old Haflinger mare. That breed is known for the beautiful hair that they possess, but Storm seems to...
62-Year-Old Python Lays Eggs Without Male Help
It isn’t all that unusual for a Python to lay eggs in captivity, but when a ball Python at the St. Louis zoo did it this summer, the caretakers couldn’t quite figure it out. After all, she is 62 years old and maybe the oldest snake ever known to lay eggs. On top of that, she hasn’t been around a male python in over 15 years according to a Facebook post made by the zoo. The ball Python laid the clutch of 7 eggs on July 23. 2 were taken for genetic sampling, 2 were not capable of development and the other 3 are being kept in...
Squirrels Store 50-Pounds Of Pinecones Under The Hood Of A Car
Whenever our cars make a strange noise, we never assume that it’s anything more than just a bit of engine trouble that can easily get fixed by a mechanic. However, one Michigan man in the city of Gaylor, was in for the surprise of his life when he popped his hood to check on his car. Kellen Moore had noticed that his car’s air conditioning unit had started making strange sounds. Upon looking beneath the hood, Kellen was shocked to discover that there were roughly 50 pounds of pine cones hiding beneath the hood of his car. As it...
Gentle Great Pyrenees Loves Visiting Gophers On Her Daily Walks
Dogs can make friends with all kinds of animals. But there is one sweetheart from San Francisco, California, who enjoys spending her time with the gophers that live in Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. A golden retriever named Fiona is all about that gopher life. She has made it a routine to socialize with the animals that sit in her local park. Every single time she visits, she insists on hanging out by the gopher holes in order to say a proper hello. As her owner noted to Viral Hog, the two-year-old pup named Fiona loves to seek out the...
African Bush Vipers Look Like The Dragons From Game Of Thrones
Nature has some very interesting-looking animals. Usually, it’s the birds that are brightly colored and pretty to look at, but there is one snake that definitely stands out from the rest. The spiny bush viper resembles a wingless, mythical dragon more than it does a snake. Still, there is no denying that they have an incredible appearance. These snakes are native to central Africa. Their scientific name is Atheris hispida, and according to ThoughtCo, their name is derived from the two Greek words that mean “hairy” and...
This Six-Toed Cat Was Abandoned As A Kitten, But Her New Family Loves Her Just The Way She Is
Sansa, a snowy white rescued cat living in NYC, isn’t your average feline. The cat’s unique look stems from heterochromia, a rare condition that lends her two different eyes colors. But Sansa’s bi-colored eyes aren’t her only unique feature. This pretty girl is also polydactyly, meaning she has an extra toe on both front paws. These unique characteristics don’t just make Sansa special; they’ve also made her famous. Now the 6-year-old cat possesses a larger social media following than most humans, with more...
Mickey
HI! My Name Is Mickey With Mickey one thing is for certain, he makes the taste of freedom seem rather dull Mickey is a sweet and mellow 8 year old Lab mix looking for a nice quiet place to call home Mickey is available for adoption, he enjoys his home to match his personality… quiet and relaxed. Mickey is as easy going as it gets for a big ol’ lab. Personally, i can’t think of anything easier than a ‘walk me, feed me, rub my belly’ kind of dog – especially when it’s a super cute mellow guy like...
