Puppy Is Rescued After Being Found On The Streets Wrapped In Wet Bandages
Our hearts go out to dogs that have been abandoned, particularly those who were given up without any hope. That is what happened with one puppy who was found abandoned on the streets in dire straits. It seems as if someone had tried to help her to a certain extent, but she was left immobile and in extreme pain after her legs were bandaged. She was in a hopeless situation, but someone stepped in to help. Although nobody is really sure about the backstory of this little animal, it is thought that she may have been bitten by another dog. After...
How To Get Your Dog Used To The Vacuum
Nobody enjoys being frightened in real life, especially when it is something that is out of our control. We try to avoid those situations, but if they do occur, it may elicit what is known as the “fight or flight” response. In other words, our natural reaction is either going to be to fight or flee, and sometimes, it may be a little of both. Perhaps thinking of it from our own perspective can help us to be a little more understanding when we think about what our dogs go through when we pull out the vacuum cleaner. It may not be...
Science Has Revealed How Snakes Glide Through The Air
When you think of the snake, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Aside from the fact that most of us would be heading in the opposite direction, we likely think about them slithering along the ground. This may make you wonder, how do some snakes seem to fly through the air? First of all, it’s important to recognize that a flying snake is not actually flying. When birds fly, they gain altitude as they do so but that isn’t the case with flying snakes. If you happen to be in a jungle in Southeast Asia, however, you might...
Dog Abandoned By His Owners Now Spends His Time Bringing Smiles to Seniors
This story was originally shared in the Clear the Shelters Adoption Story Challenge on ShelterChallenge.com. Create your own free Shelter Challenge account and vote for your favorite shelter or rescue group to win cash and prizes. Every time you vote we’ll give an extra donation to shelters! Close your eyes for a moment. Think back to your life. You have lived a full life. You have traveled, worked, loved, spent time with friends and family, laughed, cried, enjoyed the physical freedoms of your body and so much more. Now think forward...
Energetic Former Sled Dog Bored in Shelter Gets Some Excitement, Thanks to You
An energetic former sled dog going stir crazy in a shelter got some new life and a shy shelter cat found a forever home. The best part? It’s thanks to your dedicated clicking at the Animal Rescue Site and purchases from the Animal Rescue Site store. We recently donated just over $5,300 in pet supplies to the Humane Society of Barron County in Wisconsin. So far, at least 75 cats and dogs have already been given toys for enrichment and mental stimulation, cat castles for sleeping and relaxation, beds and blankets to keep them off the cold...
Marley’s Fight for Her Life
Marley is our 2 year old rescue from Mexico. She found us when she was 6 weeks old. She was very sick and alone. PHOTO: Emily The moment we saw her it was love at first sight. We treated all of her issues, brought her back up to Canada and she was a happy healthy pup up until a few weeks ago. Marley very suddenly lost all strength on the right side of her body and lost the ability to stand or walk. Over the next week with the help of many specialists we tested for everything possible. MRI’s and CT scans showed a mass in her upper sinus...
Miley Cyrus Pens Heartfelt Tribute To Beloved Pit Bull Who Lost Her Battle With Cancer
The 28-year-old singer and songwriter, took to Instagram to announce the passing of her beloved pit bull mix Mary Jane. Miley Cyrus adopted Mary Jane in 2012 and the two have been inseparable ever since. Cyrus called the sweet pup her “best friend” and is now lost without her. “She has come to my rescue every time my heart has been broken. Put me back together again. Going thru this pain without her magic power is so lonely.” Photo: Instagram/mileycyrus Mary Jane had been battling cancer for the past year and Cyrus...
WATCH: Reindeer, Bison, And A Polar Bear Play With Recycled Christmas Trees At Brookfield Zoo
One man’s trash is an animal’s enrichment toy… Millions of Christmas trees are tossed to the curb after the holidays, but they can serve another purpose – enrichment toys for animals at zoos and sanctuaries. Once all the decorations and lights are removed, the evergreens make fun toys for large animals. The enticing scent and texture of the trees make them great scratching posts and food puzzles. Screenshot: Facebook/Brookfield Zoo Brookfield Zoo in Illinois recently recycled their festive trees by giving them to...
Woman Reunited With Cat Missing For 5 Years After Spotting His Photo On Shelter’s Adoption Page
Kendra Armstrong thought she would never see her beloved cat Moose, who went missing in 2015, again. But five years later she spotted his photo on a shelter’s adoption page. Armstrong searched high and low for Moose after he went missing, but to no avail. She hoped he was somewhere safe and well-cared-for. It turns out that Moose was in and out of Midcoast Humane, an animal shelter in Brunswick, Maine, for the past five years and was known as “Oldest”. Photo: Facebook/Midcoast Humane The senior cat was returned to the...
Long-Term Shelter Dog Becomes District Attorney’s Office Pet and Cheers Up the Courtroom
This story was originally shared in the Clear the Shelters Adoption Story Challenge on ShelterChallenge.com. Create your own free Shelter Challenge account and vote for your favorite shelter or rescue group to win cash and prizes. Every time you vote we’ll give an extra donation to shelters! Her name is Ashes. She’s my colleague. I love that I get to say that. Ashes works with me at the Elko County District Attorney’s Office. She brings joy to her coworkers in the DA’s office, and she reduces tension in court for...
