There’s A Subreddit Where People Share Adorable Pictures Of Their Tiny Cats
If you are anything like us, you have a lot of love and affection for cats. In fact, we have a deep, abiding respect for these animals. The r/IllegallySmolCats subreddit is one of the most invaluable resources for those who want to learn more about the small kitties that are “illegally cute”. Check out 10 of our favorites: 1. Photo: Reddit/regian24 This cat may be tiny, but he’s powerful. It almost looks like he’s got a radioactive glow! 2. Photo: Reddit/Lady_of_the_Phoenix Okay, we are absolutely smitten here and we...
Guilty Donkey Gets The Best Of His Dad During A Lecture
If you have a dog in your life, you already realize that they have difficulty getting away with anything sneaky. Some of them will wear the guilt on their face in a way that is unmistakable and others will act guilty, even if they didn’t do it! Perhaps you have seen videos of two dogs sitting together while the owner scolds them for something that was done. The one dog will act happy, wagging its tail and loving life. The guilty party, however, will shy away from the conversation. They are busted before they even know it! As it turns...
From Hoarder to High Life!
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! Chevy aka “Doc” joined our family in March 2008. We had seen a horrific story on the news in February: “Today 85 dogs, 20 cats and two birds were rescued from an animal hoarder in Ohio.” The pictures were horrendous of the living conditions and the condition of the animals. This was way too close to home, and my husband and I decided then we were going to rescue...
Sago Palm Plant Is Toxic To Dogs Warns Couple Who Lost Two Dogs To The Common Plant
Sago palm plants are common outdoor plants in southern states and popular houseplants, but most people are unaware that they are toxic to dogs, cats, and humans. A heartbroken Illinois couple lost both of their dogs to a sago palm plant and are sharing their tragic story to prevent it from happening to other dogs. Photo: Pixabay Stephanie and Tony Evans purchased a vacation home in South Carolina and brought their beloved dogs, 5-year-old Maisy and one-year-old Murphy, along to visit. The dogs were exploring their new backyard and discovered...
Former Police Dog’s Reaction To The Word ‘Cocaine’ Goes Viral
A German shepherd named Dante has gone viral for his hilarious reaction to the word “cocaine”. The former sniffer dog lives with his dad, Davey Rutherford, in Queensland, Australia. Even though Dante is no longer on duty, there are some things he will never forget. Rutherford discovered the smart pup still reacts to certain words and shared a video on TikTok, titled “Sniffer dog knows English”. Screenshot: TikTok/daveywa In the video, Rutherford recited his shopping list to Dante. The dog casually looked out the window...
Now’s the time to enter your Shelter Animals Count data!
This is your friendly reminder to enter your Shelter Animals Count (SAC) data! Data plays an important role in the animal welfare sector. It has enabled our industry to compile a complete picture of the animals entering and leaving shelters. You can see how your data compares to those in other states or look up the data of specific organizations with SAC’s Data Dashboards. Data for 2020 is now complete, so be sure to check it out. This also serves as a reminder that shelter and rescue organizations must be active participants in...
Dog Licks Her Nose Every Time Her Toy Squeaks
When a dog wants something, its focus can be incredible. If you’ve ever had a dog wanting a treat, to be pet, or play fetch, you know exactly what we’re talking about. One Australian shepherd named Roo is no different in this regard. In the video below, you can see Roo incredibly focused on her squeaky toy. Her owner describes Roo as “toy obsessed” and it’s clear in the video why. She just won’t take her eyes off the prize. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog Beyond being locked onto her beloved toy, Roo has another...
Playful Goat Learns To Balance On A Seesaw
In an adorable video, two playful goats on a hobby farm in Oberlin, Ohio discovered a seesaw and decided to explore it. The goats, Alex and Junior, live at Tammy’s Oberlin Hobby Farm. They recently discovered a seesaw and are determined to figure out how it works. In one video, both goats can be seen standing on the seesaw, unsure what to think. Photo: Facebook/Tammy’s Oberlin Hobby Farm Eventually, Junior hops off the seesaw and leaves Alex on his own. Alex doesn’t give up so easily, though, and eventually starts to get the...
Cat Who Survived Being Buried Alive In 2015 Is Enjoying His New Home
Back in 2015, a cat named Bart survived the unthinkable. The 1.5-year-old feline was struck by a car in Florida. After being found by his owner, the cat, who was presumed dead, was buried – only to emerge from the grave five days later! Known as “Zombie Cat,” Bart quickly gained attention from around the world due to his bizarre situation. According to ABC News, Bart’s owner, Ellis Hutson, explained that he found his cat “in the middle of the road, lifeless in a puddle of blood.” Too distraught to say...
These Vets Bravely Served Our Country. But When They Got Home, Service Dogs Saved Their Lives
Ken was just 17 years old when he left home and joined the army, launching what would become a 28-year military career from Fort Bragg, NC. But those years of brave service would take a physical toll — a broken neck and sternum, the mangled knee requiring 7 surgeries, and the lingering back, shoulder, and foot issues. “There was a lot of jumping out of aircraft, on the ground crawling, and of course when you’re doing all that kind of stuff in the military, you’re going to sustain some injury,” Ken told Greater...
