Woman Rescues Cat Dropped Into Her Yard By a Hawk
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! One day when I walked to my mailbox, I saw the neighborhood hawk fly up to his usual pine tree to eat the fish he just caught. He usually gets greedy and has a fish in each talon. Many times, he drops one of the fish on my lawn, so I was not surprised when something dropped from the tree. PHOTO: RUTH BALIS When I walked over to pick it up, I was shocked to find a tiny kitten, who was...
Your Dog Understands That Words Stand for Certain Objects, New Research Shows
We all say certain words to our pets on a regular basis, and they’ll often have consistent responses to them. How much do they actually understand the words themselves, though? A new study of dogs’ brain activity shows they may understand what the words themselves stand for. Research recently published in Current Biology aimed to see if dogs have object word knowledge, which the team says has not been identified in any non-human animals. To conduct the study, the researchers used electroencephalograms (EEGs) to measure dogs’...
Asha the Elephant Trapped in Solitude at Virginia Zoo Faces a Bleak Future
In the rolling hills of Virginia, a story unfolds that captures the complex intersection of animal welfare, legislation, and public sentiment. Central to this narrative is Asha, a 38-year-old African elephant, whose plight at the Natural Bridge Zoo has stirred hearts and ignited controversy. Photo: PexelsAsha, an African elephant, resides in solitary confinement at Virginia’s Natural Bridge Zoo. A Life of Isolation and Controversy Asha’s life at the Natural Bridge Zoo has been marked by solitude and an existence far removed from...
Overcrowded NYC Shelter Caring for Hundreds of Dogs Makes Desperate Plea for Help
Animal Care Centers (ACC) of NYC has three locations across New York and all are over capacity. Since the beginning of 2024, the shelter has taken in 1200 dogs. ACC has successfully found homes for hundreds of the stray and surrendered dogs, but hundreds more are still waiting. Screenshot: TikTok/@nycacc They are currently caring for 315 dogs in spaces that were built to house 185 dogs comfortably. This means that hallways, offices, and any open spaces are filled with dog kennels. “Our in shelter dog population is the highest it has...
Starving Manatees Push Wildlife Advocates to Sue Federal Agency
The manatee, a gentle giant of the marine world, faces a precarious future. These aquatic mammals, known for their peaceful demeanor and slow movements, find themselves at the heart of a growing environmental crisis. Delays in their reclassification as an endangered species have sparked a significant legal and conservationist outcry. Photo: PexelsManatees risk extinction due to severe habitat threats. Legal Battles and Bureaucratic Delays A coalition of environmental organizations and advocates has taken a stand against the sluggish pace at...
Big Boy Boulder Finally Finds Perfect Home
Boulder was overlooked by adopters due to his size and breed, but he has finally found the perfect home. He is proof that good things come to those who wait. The 5-year-old pit bull mix is a big boy, weighing 100 pounds. However, he is overweight and needs to lose roughly 20 pounds. While his size may intimidate some people, his caretakers shared that he is a “gentle giant” and a “big mush”. He loves people, children, and gets along with other dogs. Screenshot: TikTok/@humanebroward His handsome face was shared by...
How to Help a Reactive Dog Without Meds
Reactive behaviors in dogs range from overexuberant playfulness to excessive fear and aggression. While medications are often prescribed to calm reactive dogs, a combination of training and supplements offers a better solution. Reactivity is a serious issue that impacts many dogs. While many dog parents and veterinarians turn to prescription medications as a first step, there are better options for managing reactive dogs, including positive training, calming supplements, and mental stimulation through games and puzzles. UNDERSTANDING...
Stray Cat Shows Up Just As Family Loses Their Two Beloved Senior Cats
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! It was January, just a couple months after moving into this apartment, when my nearly 19 year old kitty Sebastian suddenly passed with no warning. As heartbreaking as it was, I still had my other 12 year old cat. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / JOHANNA I was one of the residents who was helping feed some strays in the area, and one cat started showing up on a regular basis for food and some loving....
Critically Endangered Black Rhino Population Hits 1,000 in Kenya, But Work Remains to Save the Species
The black rhino population in Kenya fell to as low as 240 in the 1980s, according to the country’s wildlife service. Poaching and habitat loss were behind the near wipe out of the species within the country. However, cooperative conservation efforts over the past several decades have gotten the species on the right track. Now, they’ve reached an important milestone: a population of 1,000. Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) recently shared the population update, around the same time they relocated 21 black rhinos to Loisaba Conservancy,...
Majestic Predator Penny, the Great White, Casts Shadow Over Sunny Florida
A Great White Shark known as Penny has captivated the attention of marine biologists and ocean enthusiasts alike. At 10 feet in length and tipping the scales at 522 pounds, Penny’s recent sojourn in the warm waters off Florida’s coast offers a unique window into the secretive life of these apex predators. Photo: PexelsPenny is a 10-foot Great White Shark circling Florida’s coast. Tagging Trails and Tracking Tales Tagged nearly a year ago by the ocean research organization OCEARCH, Penny became the 92nd Great White to be...
