Inadequate Laws Leave Vermont’s Wildlife in Perilous Hands
In the heart of Vermont, a fierce debate unfolds over the humane treatment of animals in the context of trapping and coyote hunting with dogs. This contentious issue has led to legal action, with animal welfare groups challenging the state’s recent regulatory updates. Photo: Adobe Stock / gnagelVermont’s wildlife faces risks from current hunting and trapping practices. New Rules Under Scrutiny The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Board’s approval of new hunting and trapping regulations in December has sparked a significant...
Malnourished Dog Covered In Mange Transforms Into Playful Pup Thanks To Your Support
It’s amazing what proper care, food, and love can do for a neglected dog. Do you remember Edgardo? The poor dog was found covered in mange and severely malnourished at a gas station in Mexico. He tested positive for Ehrlichia, heartworm, and ringworm and several other health issues. Photo: Riviera Rescue Thanks to your generous donations, he received all the medical care he needed at Riviera Rescue and has transformed into a happy and healthy dog. It has taken months of intensive care, but he is now free of all parasites and all his fur...
Find Out Why Cedar Is the Best Material for a Pet Bed Frame!
A bed frame for your dog or cat provides critical support, making them more comfortable at rest and improving their sleep. Find out why cedar is the best material for a pet bed frame! Most pet parents who buy pet beds don’t think about frames, but imagine sleeping on a mattress without a box spring! Dogs and cats sleep between 12 and 16 hours a day, and high-quality bed frames provide additional support for animals at rest. They’re ideal for seniors, fur babies with hip & joint problems, and any pet parent who wants to ensure...
Cat ‘Tries to Tell’ New Homeowner that She Lives There, Too, But the Human Takes Convincing
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! In 2006, I bought a small townhouse and moved in shortly before Halloween. Two weeks later, a little orange cat showed up and tried telling me that she lived there. I, however, thought I was a dog person, so I didn’t believe her. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ALEXA Fortunately for her, my neighbor took her in. I did indeed try having dogs a few months later but found that my lifestyle was...
Stray Cat Gives Birth to Kittens in Woman’s Home on the Anniversary of Her Mother’s Death
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! Our neighbors moved and left a cat behind. We would see her wandering the neighborhood, and we initially shooed her away because of our cats. Eventually we started to leave food out for her. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / FRAUKE RIETHER One morning as I was leaving for work on a bitterly cold day, I stooped down to put some water out for her and spilled some on her foot. The wind chill that...
Family Heads Out on Camping Trip, Rescues Abandoned Kitten at Gas Station
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! It was our last day camping at the lake, and we were ready to start our 12 hour trip back home. The boat was hitched up to one truck, the RV to the other. My son and my wife headed out first, while my daughter and I emptied out the RV tanks. We had agreed to meet at a commercial fuel cardlock station about an hour down the road, where we would top off our tanks before continuing. CAT....
Neglected Animals Found in Horror Home Shake Chicago Community
In a shocking discovery, Chicago authorities have unveiled a harrowing case of animal neglect at the hands of Ashley Burrell, who purported to run an animal rescue organization named Nikki’s Ferals. This incident has cast a shadow over the noble cause of animal rescue, revealing a disturbing underbelly of negligence and deceit. Photo: PexelsChicago authorities rescued 36 cats and 3 dogs from a home. The Raid and Rescue The operation came to light when Chicago Animal Care and Control, along with the Chicago Police Department, raided a...
How to Train a Newfoundland Dog: 10 Proven Tips
Newfoundlands are large dogs that can overwhelm even experienced dog owners due to their rapid growth. However, training these smart dogs is not difficult. If you are thinking about getting one of these dogs but are worried about training them, keep reading for several tips and tricks that you can use to make the process a little easier and improve your chances of success. Before You Begin Gather necessary training supplies like treats, a clicker (optional), a leash, and a collar or harness. You can find all these supplies at your local pet...
How Big Does a Belgian Malinois Get (With Growth & Weight Chart)
Click Below to Skip Ahead Bred around Malines, Belgium, the Belgian Malinois get their name from their home city. However, the Belgian Malinois is an individual dog breed in America, where the American Kennel Club recognized them in 1959. Although the breed is similar to the German Shepherd in several ways, these dogs are more fine-boned and have different head shapes. If you’re planning to get a Belgian Malinois, here’s a guide on their growth rate and weight to help you determine if the dog is the right size for your family and...
Bone-Mouth Shar Pei: Info, Pictures, Facts & History
Click to Skip Ahead If this is the first time you’ve heard about the Bone-Mouth Shar Pei, you’re not alone. The Bone-Mouth is much like the Shar Pei that you’re familiar with, particularly in temperament, but they are different in appearance. If you’re interested in learning more about the Bone-Mouth Shar Pei, we have all the information you need to know about these dogs! Breed Overview Height: 19–23 inches Weight: 45–60 pounds Lifespan: 10–12 years Colors: Red, tan, fawn, black, cream, chocolate,...
DoggieLawn Review 2024: An Expert Breakdown
Click to Skip Ahead Our Final Verdict We give DoggieLawn products an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Ease of Use: 4.75/5 Odor Control: 4.75/5 Environmental-Friendliness: 4.75/5 Value: 4.25/5 If you have a new puppy who spends the work day alone or if you live in an apartment where getting outside is tough, you probably know your way around doggy potty pads. You also probably know that this pet potty option creates quite a bit of waste, and we’re not just talking about what comes out of your pup! A mission to reduce this puppy-pad...
Zumalka Piptopet Supplement Review 2024: An Expert Breakdown
Click to Skip Ahead Our Final Verdict We give Piptopet a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Ease of Use: 5/5 Effectiveness: 4.5/5 Ingredients: 4.9/5 Value: 4.5/5 One in four dogs will develop cancer in their lifetime. Even for those who don’t get cancer, fatty tumors, called lipomas, are likely to pop up as they age. It may seem like we are helpless to prevent these kinds of issues in our dogs. But maybe that isn’t entirely true. Piptopet, a unique homeopathic product from Zumalka, is made to support dogs who are suffering from...
Polar Bear Cub Is Melting Hearts By Snuggling Into Mama Bear In Viral Video
Polar bears are the largest bears in the world weighing up to 1,300 pounds and standing up to 9-feet tall. They are fantastic swimmers, incredibly strong, and amazing mothers. Polar bears give birth to one or two cubs at a time and spend the next two and a half years raising them. The cubs learn how to hunt, swim, and survive on their own. Just like children, cubs love to nap with their mothers. A video clip shared by ABC News shows a polar bear cub nestling into its mother’s back for a nap, but it can’t stop wiggling around. The...
When Tiny Wings Tremble on the Ground — Here’s How to Safeguard Our Feathered Friends
Encountering a baby bird out of its nest can stir an instinctual need to help. However, well-meaning interventions can sometimes do more harm than good. Here’s a guide on how to effectively assist these fledglings or nestlings while ensuring they have the best chance at survival. Photo: PexelsSpringtime often leads to baby birds venturing from their nests. Nestlings or Fledglings: Identifying the Bird First, determine if the bird is a fledgling or a nestling. Fledglings are older, with more developed feathers, and are often found on the...
Mirroring patterns: the interconnected well-being of dogs, cats and their humans
We all have that one friend who looks uncannily like their dog. (Ahem: you might just be that friend yourself.) It’s not all about looks though. Beyond appearances, did you know that our furry family members – cats, dogs, horses, and even other pets – often mirror our actions, moods, and even health conditions? Of course, we already know the positive effect of animal companions on our own health and happiness. The science proving the beneficial effect of interactions with pets on reducing our own psychological distress is...
Strengthen your animal behavior knowledge with Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection
If you’re looking to bring new ideas to your organizations about dog and cat behavior then look no further than Maddie’s® Monthly Behavior Connection. This monthly webcast is held on the fourth Thursday of the month at 12PM PT/3PM ET and is an opportunity hear from speakers about behavior medications, modifying animal behavior, assessing and improving animal well-being (welfare) and how organizations successfully provide behavior support to dogs and cats. On April 25, join Dr. Jill Sackman for “Assessment and Treatment...
Couple Sets Up Greenhouse for Neighborhood Feral Cats, Who All Ultimately Become Housecats
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! When I met my husband 38 years ago, he swore he would never own a cat. Several years later, we ended up “temporarily” taking our daughter’s two cats. That started a path of adopting two cats from a shelter (after the other two passed over the rainbow bridge), which eventually led to feeding feral cats on our patio. PHOTO: CHARMIEN MORSE Winter was fast approaching, and a...
An Animal Control Officer’s Lesson in Empathy
The call was fairly routine, as animal neglect complaints go. The dog in question, a loyal companion to an elderly woman living alone, was in pretty rough shape. Rough enough that it was a pretty clear-cut case of neglect. The woman, who obviously loved her pet, seemed to be facing multiple struggles. She may never have intended to cause harm, yet her circumstances had led to a situation that, legally, could not be ignored. In my early career as a cruelty investigator for the City of Dallas, I was driven by a sense of duty to protect the...
Animals Suffer in Silence Behind the Scenes of ‘Sloth King’ Exotic Petting Zoo Nightmare
Larry Wallach, dubbed “The Sloth King” of Long Island, has caught public attention not for his exotic pet collection, but for the alleged mistreatment of animals under his care. Wallach, who owns Sloth Encounters, a hybrid exotic pet store and petting zoo, has been at the center of a storm of animal welfare violations, drawing comparisons to the infamous Joe Exotic. Photo: PexelsLarry Wallach, known as “The Sloth King,” is under scrutiny for animal mistreatment at Sloth Encounters. Allegations of Abuse Nicole Rice, a...
Senior German Shepherd With “Saddest Eyes” Needs Home ASAP
Humane Society of Central Texas put out a desperate plea a few days ago to find a senior German shepherd a loving home. Tank Velero arrived at the shelter underweight and suffering from a skin infection. He needs a quiet place to rest and a home to spend his golden years. The staff were told he was about eight years old, but they believe he is closer to twelve. “The saddest eyes… This sweet, sweet old man needs a savior. That’s all there is to say. Tank Velero (A111033) was once a majestic dog. He still carries himself as...
