An Eggs-ceptional Finding: Humans Can Understand Chicken Emotions
When we’re with our dogs or cats, we may feel like we speak each other’s language… or at least that we get the gist of certain vocalizations. Could we also understand what farm animals are trying to communicate? Maybe, for one species. Researchers at the University of Queensland recently tested how well humans could decode the emotions behind chicken vocalizations, in positive situations involving treats and negative situations. The findings, published in Royal Society Open Science, show we’re not eggs-actly experts,...
Emergency Response Needed For Outdoor Animals Ahead of Freezing Temps this Weekend
We need your help this week! The Austin and surrounding areas are expected to reach freezing temperatures this weekend so outdoor animals need help by this Sunday! Here’s how you can support them NOW. Sign up as an emergency response dog foster. Our first priority is to get the outdoor enclosure animals at the APA! Town Lake shelter in warm homes. We have 230 dogs who immediately need a warm place to stay. There are options our foster team will discuss with you, whether you can only help for short periods at a time or have more...
Rare Jaguar Sighting in Arizona Sparks Urgent Call to Action for Endangered Species Survival
In a remarkable turn of events, Arizona has become the stage for a rare and extraordinary sighting. An endangered jaguar, previously unknown to U.S. wildlife experts, has been captured on camera in the state’s southern region. This discovery is not just a fleeting moment of excitement; it represents a significant milestone in the conservation and understanding of these majestic creatures. Photo: PexelsJaguars are the largest cat species native to the Americas. A Surprise in the Huachuca Mountains Jason Miller, a dedicated wildlife...
Benefits of a High-Protein Diet for Cats
Our feline friends require protein to live, and a high-protein diet can help them thrive. This type of diet supports weight management, skin & coat health, digestion, immunity, and so much more. Let’s learn more about the benefits of a high-protein diet for cats. As obligate carnivores, cats eat a diet that’s naturally quite high in protein. This is beneficial because they need protein to build and repair muscles, create enzymes, maintain a healthy immune system, and so much more. But not all commercial cat food recipes are...
Former Carriage Horses Dumped At Auction In Poor Health Are Now Living Best Lives At Animal Sanctuary
Life has been tough for two former carriage horses, Moose and Aslan, who spent their days hauling a cart and people from place to place. They did their job without complaint but were not well cared for. When they were no longer of use and their health was starting to decline, they were dumped at an auction. Thankfully, the kindhearted people at The Gentle Barn came to their rescue. The Gentle Barn saves abused animals (big and small) and gives them a safe place to live out their lives at one of their three sanctuaries. Screenshot:...
Aria Mia Loberti’s Guide Dog “Ingrid” Makes History As First Dog For The Blind To Walk Red Carpet At Golden Globes
American actress Aria Mia Loberti and her guide dog named Ingrid have made history on the red carpet at the Golden Globes. Aria is legally blind, and Ingrid is always by her side, including escorting her down the red carpet. The six-year-old black Labrador retriever is the first guide dog for the blind to walk the red carpet, and her mom, Aria, is also making history. Aria plays Marie-Laure Leblanc, a blind French girl, who crosses paths with a German soldier in occupied France during World War II in the popular Netflix miniseries called...
Biodiversity on the Brink in Hawai’i’s Escalating Environmental Emergency
Hawai’i, known for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, is facing an alarming ecological crisis. The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services has already raised concerns about the global threat to one million plant and animal species, In a study completed in 2019, the organization found nature’s decline is occurring at rates “unprecedented in human history.” Hawai’i, unfortunately, is a stark reflection of this global trend, earning the grim title of ‘the...
Senior Goldendoodle Refuses To Eat Her Food Unless Parents Pretend To “Season” It With Ranch Dressing
Just like with kids, dog parents need to come up with creative ways to entice their picky eaters to eat their food. Senior dogs can be particular about what type of food they prefer and topping it with their favorite human food can sometimes persuade them to eat. Dog owners have added everything from eggs to pumpkin to their dog’s kibble. However, a 14-year-old Goldendoodle named Zoey believes that ranch dressing makes everything better, even if it is only pretend. A viral video shared by @mickymets on TikTok shows the adorable pup...
$15,000 in grants available from Shelter Animals Count
If you want to be eligible for $15,000 in grants from Shelter Animals Count, be sure your data is updated by January 15th at 5:00 PM EST! Grant prizes will be broken down as follows: First prize of $5,000: Granted to TWO organizations who have submitted full intake/outcome data from 2021-2023. NEW this year: No minimum intake requirement! Second prize of $3,000: Granted to ONE organization who has submitted full intake/outcome data from 2021-2023. Third prize of $1,500: Granted to ONE organization who has submitted full...
Stray Cat Seeks Food and Pets, Later Leads Neighbor to Truck Full of Kittens
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! My Mia showed up in 2015 looking for food. She was a petite little girl, and I started feeding her and talking to her. Soon, she let me pet her. PHOTO: TAMMY FOX A few days later, my son dropped by and picked her up, and I saw that she was nursing kittens. The next day, I followed her to an old work truck parked in our field. In the back were four black and white fat babies. SHARE YOUR...
