Shelter Dog Stood Up By Adopters Wonders What He Did Wrong
A two-year-old dog named Snoop has been patiently waiting at Humane Society of Broward County in Florida for a loving family. He thought he had found his people, but then they never came back to bring him home. The sweet dog was left heartbroken and wonders what he did wrong. The shelter took to TikTok to share the sad news and to hopefully find him a forever home. They wrote, “After months of waiting for a home, Snoop finally got adopted this week… or so we thought. Sadly, when it came time to pick Snoop up from the shelter, the...
Using community data to understand intake diversion of Owner Surrendered Animals
How do we reduce relinquishment to animal shelters? In the U.S. and Canada, approximately 25-30% of animals that enter shelters are surrendered by owners. However, despite many shelters and rescues providing various pet support services for the past few decades, there has been little demonstrable reduction in owner surrendered animals. Currently, many animal shelters use data collected at intake, such as surrender reasons, to create programs that aim to support pet owners to keep their pets. Join us as we dive deeper into this topic on April...
Join us in the rebrand for Bob “Clef” Schneider!
Apr 09, 2024 You may have seen him on the website, you may have seen him on social media. You may have even seen him on the Fierce Whiskers “Take Me Home” bottle of whiskey!! But Clef keeps getting passed by and we all keep wondering, what do we do to get this boy in his adoptive home? Why not try something new? 🎶”I have seen the end of the world and it looks like this.” Change is comin’ and Clef is ready to reinvent himself! He’s taken to Bob Schneider’s music to help him through his...
‘Naughty Torties’ Win Over Hearts of Couple Who Were at Shelter Looking for a Dog
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 fiance’s elderly cat Oscar passed away unexpectedly following relatively minor surgery in September 2012; she had him many years and was absolutely devastated by the loss. He and I grew somewhat fond of each other, although he was grumpy and bitey and initially was jealous of my presence (he would literally ambush me from behind). We had talked about getting a dog after Oscar...
Why Beekeepers Are ‘The Forgotten Farmer’, And What You Can Do to Help Them This Earth Month
What do you think of when you hear the word “farmer”? Dairies, poultry operations, or harvested crops may come to mind. You may not think about beekeepers, but perhaps you should. Pollinators, primarily bees, are essential to the production of about a third of our world’s food crops. That includes a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, almonds, and even coffee. This pollination is largely made possible by beekeepers, whose colonies are transported from farm to farm as their services are needed. This makes beekeepers...
The Hidden Struggle Behind Kitten Season — Overwhelmed Shelters and Pets in Peril
Kitten season, the time of year when cats give birth in droves, is often perceived as a delightful period filled with cute, cuddly kittens. However, for those in the trenches of animal welfare and rescue, this season presents significant challenges. Traditionally spanning from spring to early fall, kitten season is now stretching further, with shelters and rescue groups feeling the pressure. Photo: PexelsKitten season extends from spring to fall, flooding shelters with newborns. The Expanding Timeline of Kitten Season Recent observations from...
Good Pack Backpacks Help Homeless People and Wildfire Victims in Maui
For several months, the aftereffects of the wildfires in Maui have been continuing to cause difficulties for the people there. More than 5,000 residents were displaced by the fires, and around 1,500 families left the island for good following the catastrophe. Many people ended up sleeping in their cars while they searched for places for their families to stay, and some still do not have stable housing. Photo: Greater Good Charities Thanks in part to donations from readers like you, our non-profit partner, Greater Good Charities, was able to...
Seppala Siberian Sleddog: Dog Breed Info, Pictures, Facts & Traits
Click Below to Skip Ahead The Seppala Siberian Sleddog is a very rare dog breed with origins in Siberia. Built to withstand the unforgiving northeastern Siberian climate, the Seppala Siberian Sleddog was developed to pull sleds across snowy and dangerously icy terrain, up rugged mountains, and through seemingly bottomless valleys in some of the harshest conditions on Earth. Read on to learn all about a very special breed that, though uncommon, has survived extinction against all odds. Breed Overview Height: 21–25 inches Weight:...
One Man’s Horrific Act Against a Wolf Could Lead to New Anti-Cruelty Laws
A Wyoming resident was reported to have run over a wolf with a snowmobile, severely injuring the animal. The individual, identified as Cody Roberts, then proceeded to tape the animal’s mouth shut, display it in front of an audience at a local bar, and ultimately killed it. This gruesome act has not only raised questions about human decency and respect for wildlife but has also highlighted potential gaps in state anti-cruelty laws. Photo: PexelsA Wyoming resident ran over a wolf with a snowmobile, causing severe injury. Outrage and Legal...
Did You Know Your Dog Needs Canine-Specific Probiotics?
“I started PetCultures to save Tango’s life after antibiotics he took to treat an infection decimated his gut health. I couldn’t find canine-specific probiotics, so I made some!” – Santiago Gelvez, founder of PetCultures. The right probiotics can have numerous health benefits for dogs. However, human probiotics that are often relabeled for dogs likely don’t survive the digestive tract. PetCultures has the most comprehensive and effective formulas of canine-specific probiotics around, and they’re...
