Tranquil tails: transform your dog or cat’s anxiety with natural ingredients
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Hundreds of Dogs and Cats Escape Toxic Testing Lab Into Arms of Freedom
In an unprecedented move that has stirred the animal welfare community, the Beagle Freedom Project (BFP) has closed down a significant animal testing laboratory in Nowata, Oklahoma, rescuing over 200 dogs and cats from years of experimentation. This landmark action not only saves these animals from further harm but also marks a pivotal shift in the approach to animal testing for flea and tick products. Photo: PexelsTesting can involve exposure to harmful chemicals causing suffering. A New Beginning for Rescued Animals The closure of the...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Becoming inclusive of your whole community, Camp Maddie and more!
Happy Tuesday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. How a 2023 Open Arms Challenge winner became more accessible and inclusive of its entire communityDuring the 2023 Open Arms Challenge, Grand Prize winner Harris County Pets of Houston, TX, (HCP) did its very best to ensure the practices and services offered were easily accessible and did not exclude anyone. Equipped with information from Community Conversations and Maddie’s® Pet Forum, they were able to make a number of changes that… Learn More...
Cat Gets Stuck Under Car, and Woman Trying to Get Her Out is Forced to Leave the Road
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! June 13, a Friday, on my way to a meeting, a light grey ball of fur dropped out from under the vehicle in front of me while sitting at a light. It scurried across, stopping in the middle of the road. Another car had stopped and we tried to catch the ball of fur, but it kept getting away. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / GITTI LOHR It ended up under my car, in the wheel well of the front tire. The...
Mets Star Pete Alonso Pledges $1,000 Donation to Rescues for Each Home Run He Hits This Year
More than 6 million pets end up in animal shelters each year, and nearly 1 million are euthanized, according to the ASPCA. A New York Mets star is using his baseball skills to help lower that number. Mets first baseman Pete Alonso has announced that for each home run he hits in the 2024 baseball season, his organization The Alonso Foundation will donate $1,000 to animal shelters. That could end up being around $50,000, as, not including the COVID-19-shortened 2020 season, Alonso is averaging 44 home runs per season throughout his career....
Rescued Cow Finds Comfort In Late Blind Cow’s Bouncy Ball At Sanctuary
As staff and volunteers at The Gentle Barn, animal sanctuaries for abused animals, mourn the loss of beloved rescue cow, Faith, her memory lives on in their hearts and with her beloved bouncy ball that has recently brought comfort to a new rescued cow. Faith was rescued by The Gentle Barn California in 2008 with a severe eye infection that went untreated and resulted in her going blind. She adapted to her new life without her sight and took comfort in a large bouncy ball that was always by her side. The staff shared that she would...
My Dog Ate Aluminum Foil! Our Vet Explains What to Do Now
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Dogs seem to love eating all sorts of weird and wonderful things, even things that shouldn’t be edible! Of course, if you’ve had something delicious wrapped in aluminum foil, it might explain the appeal of eating some of this shiny metal material. If your dog has managed to feast on a sheet of aluminum foil, you’re obviously going to be worried about what to do next. The good news is that they will...
Senior Dog Chief, Who Has Spent Years At Shelter, Scores Loving Home On Super Bowl Sunday
A 75-year-old woman from Williamstown, New Jersey, lost the love of her life in 2016, but has found unconditional love again with an overlooked senior shelter dog at Burlington County Animal Shelter. Rose Ragone lives all alone after losing her husband and her only daughter headed to California for college. She has been very lonely and when she heard about the shelter’s Super Bowl Sunday “Tail”-gate party she decided to drive the 42 miles to meet some of the shelter pets. While she has no intention of adopting, it was love...
Top 11 Supplies That Make Life Easier for Senior Dogs
Caring for a senior dog requires adjustments to ensure they lead a comfortable and happy life. Older dogs can slow down, become less active, develop joint pain, and experience other effects of aging. However, several household items can help enhance the quality of life for pups in their golden years. Here’s a list of the top 11 supplies that can make things easier for senior dogs. 1. Orthopedic Beds and Mattresses An orthopedic bed is a comfortable and supportive place for your senior dog to rest. There are also orthopedic mattresses...
Revitalize Your Pet’s Health with Collagen Peptides
When you think of collagen, you probably think of that magical potion poured into coffees and smoothies each morning by those in search of the elixir of youth. But think again! In the right format and formulation, collagen can be a game-changer for companion animal health. In a world of ever-increasing stressors, our dogs and cats have become more than just four-legged friends. They are our everything. Emotional support animals, winter-time toe-warmers, personal trainers, loyal lifetime companions, an escape into true love when the world...
Sleep Disorders in Dogs
Is your dog getting enough sleep? Here’s a look at the various sleep disorders that can affect our canine companions, along with some natural ways to treat them. Just like people, dogs can develop disorders that interfere with their ability to get a good night’s sleep. Some may be harmless, but others can be serious and even life-threatening if left unaddressed. Diagnosing and treating a sleep disorder begins with knowing your dog and sensing when something isn’t quite right. Once you and your vet have determined the root of...
They’re Older Than Dinosaurs, and Other Interesting Facts About Sharks
When you think of a shark, the big ones may come to mind: your great whites, your tiger sharks, your bull sharks. However, there are more than 500 species, from the 40-foot-long whale shark to the dwarf lantern shark, whose length is measured in inches. Sharks can also be found from tropical waters all the way up to the Arctic. Unfortunately, one thing many of them have in common is an uncertain future. About a third of shark species are listed by IUCN, labeled as vulnerable to critically endangered. Learn more about these majestic animals...
“Massive, Beautiful” Endangered Fin Whale Found Dead on Oregon Coast
On a cold February morning, the serene shores of Oregon became the final resting place for a magnificent marine giant. A 46-foot male fin whale, an endangered species second only in size to the blue whale, was found lifeless on the sands of Sunset Beach State Recreation Site. This event, marking the first fin whale stranding in Oregon in over a decade, has ignited conversations about the struggles these majestic creatures face and the uncertain future that lies ahead. Photo: PexelsWhale strandings often involve large groups, known as mass...
10 Best Dog Deodorizing Sprays in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
Some dogs have a natural “dog smell”. Others like to roll in dirt, poop, and anything else that smells interesting. Whatever the cause, the result is a bad-smelling dog. Washes and baths can help get rid of the smell, but it isn’t always convenient to bathe your dog. And you can’t bathe your dog every time they go out for a walk in the field or roll in the garden. Dog deodorizing sprays are easy to apply, don’t necessitate bathing your dog, and they can leave your pup smelling of roses, or aloe vera, or some...
10 Best Dog Colognes in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
While we love dogs, there’s no denying that they can get a little stinky in between baths. While a bath can be a simple solution to odor issues, frequent baths can end up drying out and irritating their skin and coat. Dog colognes are the perfect solution to keeping your dog smelling fresh and clean. However, it can be tricky to find the right dog cologne for your dog because the options are seemingly endless. To make your search easier, we have reviews of some of the most popular dog colognes. Our list contains a variety of colognes...
7 Best Dog Shampoos for Odor Control in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
If you have a dog that stinks, it can be incredibly distracting, and the smell can also transfer to your furniture or carpet. The best way to remove the odor quickly is with a high-quality shampoo that specializes in odor removal. If you need help choosing a good brand, keep reading for reviews of the most popular options, along with the pros and cons of each. The buyer’s guide will help you know what to look for as you shop. A Quick Look at Our Favorites in 2024 The 7 Best Dog Shampoos for Odor Control 1. Hepper Deep Clean Pet Shampoo...
Rhinos Return to Kenya’s Heartland 50 Years After Poaching Made Them Vanish
In a groundbreaking effort, 21 eastern black rhinos have found a new home in Loisaba Conservancy, central Kenya, an area where they had vanished nearly 50 years ago due to poaching. This significant conservation initiative aims to expand habitats, encourage breeding, and increase the population of these critically endangered animals. “Black rhinos were once common on Loisaba. The last known individual here was killed by poachers in the 1960s, a pattern experienced across Kenya and indeed Africa as a consequence of the devastating and...
9 Conditions Cryosurgery Can Help Treat
Cryosurgery is an alternative to traditional surgery that can treat many dermatological conditions in cats and dogs. Here are nine times your veterinarian might recommend cryosurgery and the advantages of the procedure. Cryosurgery, also known as cryotherapy, is a medical technique that involves using extremely cold temperatures to destroy or remove abnormal tissues. With a special device, a veterinarian will apply liquid nitrogen or argon gas to the affected area to achieve therapeutic results, mostly related to skin issues. Let’s look...
Silverspot Butterfly Teeters on the Brink as Climate and Habitat Wars Rage
The recent classification of the Silverspot butterfly as “threatened” under the Endangered Species Act signals a critical moment for conservation efforts in the United States. There urgent need to protect not just the Silverspot but also the broader ecosystem that supports it and myriad other species. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / USFWS – Pacific RegionThe Silverspot butterfly has been classified as “threatened” under the Endangered Species Act. Introducing the Silverspot Distinguished by its distinctive silvery...
On Christmas, a Stray Cat Gets a Home and Her New Human Gets a Furry Friend
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! Christmas Eve, I was home late from a family party. My horses had given up on me for feeding, so I was walking through my back woods looking for them when I heard a meow. I have barn cats, but this wasn’t a familiar meow. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PURPLEOWL I called, and there was a little cat I could barely see in the dark, hovering around me about 10 feet away but afraid to come...
