How Endangered Species’ Feces Could Help Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are an excruciatingly painful and often debilitating condition, affecting thousands of individuals each year. These ulcers, if left untreated, can lead to severe infections, amputations, and a significant reduction in patients’ quality of life. One potential key to treating these ulcers has been discovered in an unexpected place—endangered species’ feces. Photo: PexelsLemur feces contains bacteriophages that could help treat diabetic foot ulcers. A Surprising Discovery Researchers at the...
New Marine Highway Routes Pose Environmental Threats to Wildlife
The United States Marine Highway Program (MHP) has designated two new marine highway routes, M-11 and M-79, aiming to expedite the movement of goods, strengthen supply chains, and boost local economies. While this initiative holds promise for transportation efficiency, it also raises concerns about its environmental impacts, particularly on highly endangered whales and wildlife along the Alaska coast. Photo: PexelsIncreased vessel traffic in marine highway routes poses a significant threat to whales and endangered species. Expanding the...
Anonymous Donor Covers Adoption Fees For Black Cats & Dogs At Arizona Shelter
Black cats and dogs are overlooked at shelters because some people believe they are bad luck or dangerous. Nothing could be further from the truth. In Japan and the UK, a black cat crossing your path is good luck. The color of an animal’s fur does not define their personality or demeanor. Sadly, black cats and dogs spend more time at the shelter due to this misconceptions. Shelters and people who have adopted black pets do their best to educate the public and some take it one step further. Arizona Humane Society shared on Facebook that...
Manganese Deficiency Contributes to CCL Disease in Dogs
Contrary to popular belief, most cranial cruciate ligament problems in dogs don’t arise from acute injuries. A lack of manganese in the diet is a major contributor. Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease arises all too frequently in our dogs. It’s a very common reason for hind leg lameness, pain, and arthritis of the knee, and can be quite serious and debilitating. Although it’s natural to think all CCL problems in dogs are caused by sudden or acute injury, that isn’t the case. Nutrition also plays a role —...
Does Your Dog Have Tear Stains? What Causes Them and How to Eliminate Them
Tear stains in dogs – those reddish-brown streaks running from their eyes down to their ever-boopable snouts – are a fairly common sight, especially on dogs with light-colored fur. If your pooch is prone to this eye affliction, you’ll know that it doesn’t seem to bother him much. As pet parents, however, it is important to understand how and why tear stains occur; why they might be a problem; and, most importantly, to make use of solutions like PetEyez Vitamin Treats, designed to eliminate them and rid your pup of this...
Turtle Enjoys Neighborhood Pool Parties, Complete with Dogs and Cats
The following story was an entrant in the Tales of Summer Tails Photo and Story contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Georgio loves turtle pool parties! He looks forward to summer! Basking in the sun. Sitting on his log with his brothers and sisters. PHOTO: JOANN ROSS Of course, there is food – fresh berries and melon and sometimes even dried shrimp! – along with a few balls to chase and rubber duckies! One or two...
With Your Help, We’ve Expanded a Reserve in Argentina, and We’re Not Done Yet
The Payunia Provincial Reserve in Argentina’s Mendoza province is home to a wide range of wildlife, including pumas, endangered Andean cats, and Andean condors. Since 2018, we’ve been working with Greater Good Charities and WCS Argentina to expand the park, through land purchases and through compensating livestock producers for their grazing rights. We’re closing in on adding another substantial parcel to this important protected area. The Lonco Vaca ranch provides significant wintering habitat for guanacos, ungulates from...
Arizona Police Department Responds To Call About Animal In Need Of Help In Dog Park
Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD) received a call from a concerned citizen about an animal they spotted in a local dog park. Officer Haskins arrived to assist the baby animal. OVPD posted photos of the rescue and wrote, “Well, It isn’t a puppy, but still cute. Officer Haskins saved this baby tortoise today. It had found its way into the dog park, and couldn’t find its way out safely.” The little tortoise was relocated to a safer area to grow and thrive. People commended the officer for helping the tiny fella and for...
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Returns Without Animals
The circus, once synonymous with animals performing under the big top, is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, which closed its doors in 2017, is making a comeback, but this time, it’s a circus devoid of animals. This shift marks a turning point in the entertainment industry, ushering in a new era of compassion and awareness. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / chensiyuanAnimal exploitation in circuses often leads to physical and psychological suffering for the animals involved. The Power of...
Longest-Stay Dog At Michigan Shelter Finds Her Forever Home
A shelter dog who exceeded the record of the longest stay at the Humane Society of West Michigan has finally been adopted! A 4-year-old pit bull named Kimmy Gibbler has been waiting half her life for a loving family of her own. She was rescued from a dog fighting ring two years ago and called “the most scarred dog to ever come through” the original shelter. Kimmy was taken in by Humane Society of West Michigan and found a foster family who showed her people can be trusted. The sweet pup thrived in the loving home and started to...
