How To Remove Pet Stains And Odors From Carpet
If you share your home with a dog or cat, then you know that accidents happen. Maybe Fluffy ate something that didn’t agree with her or Fido couldn’t hold it any longer. Either way, there is a wet spot on your carpet and you need to act fast to stop it from setting in. Photo: Pixabay Instead of rushing to the store to buy carpet cleaner or some other fancy product, try one of these simple solutions with items you already have at home. These natural solutions will eliminate pet stains and remove odor, a win-win! New Stains Start by...
Proposed New Law Would Allow Emergency Responders To Transport Injured Police Dogs
In April of 2018, the entire Barnstable County community in Massachusetts was rocked by tragedy when Yarmouth Police Department officer Sean Gannon was fatally shot in the line of duty. The 32-year-old officer was considered a rising star in the department and always seen alongside his K9 companion, Nero. On the day Gannon was killed, Nero was also shot and deeply wounded. “I will never forget the sight of K9 Nero covered in blood and fighting for his life after being rescued by the brave police officers on that horrible day,”...
Utah ATV Association Rescues Golden Retriever During Cliffside Ride Through State Park
It was a day like any other for “The Wild Bunch,” a group of ATV enthusiasts who love to explore the trails of Utah’s state and national parks. The Wild Bunch, known professionally as the Utah ATV Association, works as a non-profit with the goal of “[preserving] the trail rider’s access to National Forest, State Parks, and BLM Lands, and to protect the resources of these lands.” While enjoying a ride through the rocks and cliffs of Moab, the group ran into a spot of trouble — one that would take all...
How animal shelters can create a culture of safety for employees, volunteers and community members
This is a guest post written by Colleen Parker and Danielle Emery of Urban Resource Institute People and Animals Living Safely (URI PALS). Part two of this two-part series will publish on Tuesday, April 20. As with any change you’re trying to implement at your animal welfare organization, culture starts with policy and is rooted in the people you surround yourself with. A good place to start is to revisit your organization’s policies and procedures—that’s where the culture of a program starts. Make sure an...
Meet Some Of The Shelter Dogs Traveling To Safety On Our New “Save A Heart” Flights!
Once upon a time, a 6-year-old shelter dog named Muneca had her own family in St. Charles Parish, about 20 miles up the Mississippi River from New Orleans. But when the chihuahua gave birth to two puppies, her owners decided they couldn’t care for three dogs, even though their growing fur family stemmed from their failure to spay Muneca in the first place. But when Muneca (whose name means “sweetheart” in Spanish) and her puppies were surrendered to the shelter, staff made another disturbing discovery. This sweet mama dog...
Wild Elephant In Thailand Recognizes Vet Who Saved His Life 12 Years Ago
Elephants never forget – especially not the person who rescued them. Plai Thang, a 31-year-old bull elephant in Thailand, shared a heartwarming reunion with the vet who saved his life 12 years ago. Plai Thang was on the brink of death in 2009 after he contracted trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness), a disease transmitted by biting insects and fatal if not treated. The elephant was suffering from a fever, loss of appetite, and swelling all over his face and neck. He was found struggling to move, as his legs and back were stiff, in Rayong,...
Man Saves His Dog From A Black Bear Attack
I think that most of us would walk on water to save the dogs that share our lives. We don’t often get the opportunity to prove that fact, but sometimes we hear about someone who did. It recently happened in Pennsylvania when a little dog was attacked by a black bear. Rather than running in fear at what was happening in front of him, the dog’s owner used his instincts and “stupid courage” to save his dog and get it to safety. Tim Stradling is the 56-year-old pastor who saved his little dog, that he named Peyton Manning....
Golden Retriever Suffers Brain Damage After Eating A Deadly ‘Lord-And-Ladies’ Plant
Most of us would do anything we possibly could to keep our pets safe. We provide them with a safe place to live, plenty of healthy food, and lots of TLC. Unfortunately, there are times when dangers are hiding in plain sight and, even though we are unaware of it, those dangers could be deadly. A dog owner named Chloe Allen discovered this when it was too late. Back in August of 2020, the 22-year-old woman let her 6-year-old golden retriever named Lola out into the garden as usual. That’s when the dog ate a berry from a lord-and-ladies...
Woman Speaks Out After Her Dog Was Shot With A Pellet Gun
We do our best to protect the animals under our care but sometimes, things happen and we are left to pick up the pieces. It seems as if that is what happened in Idaho when a family dog was found shot in the head with a pellet gun in their backyard. The dog was only nine months old at the time, and unfortunately, she died as a result of the injuries. Photo: Wikimedia Commons The owner of the dog, Abbi Taylor, spoke with a local news station to discuss the situation and how heartbroken she was. Article continues below Our Featured Programs See...
It Seems Our Pets Are Also Gaining Weight During The Pandemic
Have you heard about the quarantine 15? Many of us have experienced it now that we are staying home more often. A combination of snacking more and exercising less has caused many people to gain weight during the pandemic and it seems as if people aren’t alone. Hill’s Pet Nutrition recently did a survey of veterinarians and it seems that obesity rates in pets are rising due to the pandemic. Photo: Unsplash Since we are spending more time at home, we have more opportunities to provide treats for our pets and they are paying the...
