Why Do Pets ‘Cross The Rainbow Bridge’ When They Pass Away?
We may face a lot of difficult times in our life, but one of the most difficult for a pet owner is when the pet falls asleep in death. They had been such a big part of our lives for so many years and it stings more than most people realize when it happens. Any pet owner knows that it’s not simply a matter of moving on and getting another pet, it’s a real grieving process that we go through. Of course, if you have other pet owners or animal lovers in your life, they will show some compassion but they may be at a loss for words that...
Pit Bull Mama Rescued From The Freezing Cold Along With Her 6 Pups
The weather can get quite cold in Oklahoma City, especially in the middle of February. Nobody knows this better than a pitbull mother and her six puppies who were abandoned outside in the cold weather. The dogs were begging for help when officer R. Jenny was passing by on his patrol. He found the dogs in an alleyway, confined in a kennel, and abandoned in subfreezing temperatures. It was a cruel and cowardly act by someone who obviously doesn’t have a love for dogs. The issue was brought up on the Facebook account of the Oklahoma City...
Severely Abused Dogs Get New “Leash” On Life Thanks To You
Animal shelters are a safe haven for homeless, abused, and neglected dogs. Staff spend countless hours rehabilitating and caring for each dog, and the process is so much easier if they have the proper tools. Learn how your clicks on the Animal Rescue Site and shopping at the Animal Rescue Site Store helped give Benjamin and Franklin, two severely abused dogs, a new “leash” on life. Hearts Alive Village in Las Vegas rescued two dogs who were terrified of people and shaking with fear due to repeated abuse and neglect. They cowered...
Ryan’s Memory
This story was originally shared TheAnimalRescueSite.GreaterGood.com. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! My late daughter Ryan had been on me to get her a dog forever, as we had to go to PetsMart every Saturday to pet the dogs. I finally relented in February of 2006, and we brought home one of a litter of five from an outing at the rescue. PHOTO: Ed C. Sadly, Ryan passed away only three months later, but her new puppy brought some joy to her life… a life that had not been...
Austin Is First City In Texas To Ban Cat Declawing
The Austin City Council unanimously approved an ordinance last week to ban the declawing of cats. Austin is the first city in Texas to take action against the “cruel and unnecessary practice” and spent the past two years consulting with veterinarians, residents, and New York officials – who banned declawing in 2019. The ordinance bans declawing of cats for aesthetic reasons but still allows vets to surgically remove the claws for medical conditions. Photo: Pexels The City of Austin shared the good news on Twitter, “No...
Pets across the US are returning home thanks to the No Place Like Home Challenge
The No Place Like Home Challenge is halfway over and the success stories are already in. Over on Maddie’s Pet Forum, several Challenge participants have been sharing what’s been working for them. Please, share your successes and ideas, too! While the Challenge is a fun competition, the ultimate goal is to get more pets back home. Carla M Stroud, Shelter Director at Tri-Lake Humane Society in Saranac Lake, NY, detailed a story about the adventurous cat Moo Moo, who slipped out of his...
Woman Uses Kindness To Convince Man To Surrender His Neglected Dogs
A woman used kindness to convince a man to give her his severely neglected puppies and their mama. The Frankie, Lola and Friends dog rescue got a call about some neglected dogs in Los Angles, California. One dog, the mom, was chained with a heavy chain and severely underweight. Her puppies were living in filth and neglected alongside her. When Lisa arrived at the man’s house to investigate, she was pleasantly surprised that he eagerly let her onto the property. However, what she found was disturbing. The condition of the dogs,...
Pet Owner Issued Warning After Their Dog Died After Playing In A Lake In Texas
A pet owner issued a warning after their “mysteriously” dog died just minutes after playing in Belton Lake in Texas. More dogs in the area have been reported dead for unknown reasons after swimming in the lake. When Delaney Presley took her 6-month-old dog, Koda, for a play-date at the lake, she had no idea the tragedy that would follow. Minutes after playing in Lake Belton, located 10 miles west of Temple, TX, Koda began to seize and grow weak. Presley recognized something was seriously wrong and immediately began the 11-minute...
Dog Rescue Purchases 46-Acres To Build A Rehab Dog Sanctuary
A dog rescue purchased a 46-acre farm to build a rehab and sanctuary for the rescue dogs. Locals are upset about the dog sanctuary, believing the sanctuary will cause noise pollution from the barking. After months of fundraising, Dogs 4 Rescue finally purchased a 46-acre farm as the site of their new sanctuary and rehab center. The UK-based rescue uses a unique “kennel free environment,” according to their website. Because they don’t use kennels and allow the dogs to have space to roam, they need an ample amount of space for...
Dog Alerts Owner To Man Who’d Fallen Through Icy Pond And Saves His Life
A man was taking a walk with his dog when the dog alerted him to a man struggling in a nearby icy pond. Thomas Walsh was enjoying a walk with his 5-year-old German shepherd, Diesel, like any other day. The Massachusetts-based duo was circling Quarter Mile Pond between the towns of Stoneham and Medford. Suddenly, Diesel picked up on a cry for help. According to the Stoneham Fire Department, Diesel alerted his owner to the cry for help and Welsh was able to locate a 22-year-old man in a life-threatening situation. Photo: YouTube/WCVB Channel 5...
