Starving Homeless Cat Finally Gets The Food And Care She Needs, Thanks To You
It is National Feed a Rescue Pet Week and The Animal Rescue Site’s 21st Birthday! We are hoping to celebrate by providing 3 million meals to shelter pets, but we need your help. Join us in our mission to feed shelter pets across the country. Animal shelters and rescues are in desperate need of nutritious pet food, as new pets arrive daily. Join us in our mission to feed shelter pets around the country, like Curley. Photo: Cats in the Cradle The 12-year-old cat was barely surviving on the streets of Georgia. While no one knows how she...
Bunnies Overrun Florida Neighborhood, Causing Chaos and Concern
In the scenic and tranquil neighborhood of Jenada Isles in Wilton Manors, Florida, there’s an adorable yet problematic cuteness-overload unfolding. Bunnies, lots of them, are hopping around yards, cutting through wiring, and drawing the growing ire of residents and public officials alike. A population of 60 to 100 rabbits has taken over this community just a few miles north of Fort Lauderdale, leaving residents grappling with concerns for both the safety of these furry creatures and the well-being of their own properties. The origin of...
Outer Banks Wild Horses Welcome 6th Foal of The Season
The Outer Banks in North Carolina is home to roughly 100 wild horses known as “Bankers”. The Spanish mustangs have been roaming freely on the sandy shores for centuries and have adapted to many changes. As more people enter the area to live and vacation, the goal is to keep the majestic horses wild and free. Locals and visitors are thrilled to see the horses cooling off on the beach or grazing among the dunes, but it is vital that everyone keeps their distance. Corolla Wild Horse Fund (CWHF), who works to protect and conserve the...
In Sync — Study Gets to the Heart of the Animal-Human Bond
Decades of research have shown that having a dog or cat can be good for your health — both physically and mentally. The benefits of sharing your life with an animal include everything from lower blood pressure and decreased anxiety to higher self-esteem and improved immune response. Now, a boy, a dog, and a couple of heart monitors have proven what animal lovers have known all along: a powerful heart-based connection exists between us and our furry friends. In a simple study, Dr. Rollin McCraty, Director of Research for the...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Foster recruitment, Community Animal CARE and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Successfully reuniting lost cats with owners, paper collars, and more in this Community Cats podcast episodeWant to learn about the program that has a feline reclaim rate eight times the national average? Listen to the Community Cats Podcast episode, “How to Reunite Pets and Owners with Corinne Bourgoin, Operations Coordinator, MSPCA Boston Adoption Center.” In Corinne’s discussion with host Stacy LeBaron, she explains how the MSPCA reunites...
Newborn ‘Miracle’ Bunny Survives After Hit And Run Kills Her Mom And Littermates
A bunny in Florida is being called a “miracle” after she survived a hit and run that killed her mom and littermates. The East Coast Rabbit Rescue in West Palm Beach, Florida shared about the bunny, Mimi, on Fakebook, saying: “This bunny is a miracle and you will learn why.” Photo: West Palm Beach Aerial November 2014 photo D Ramey Logan.jpg from Wikimedia Commons by Don Ramey Logan, License: CC-BY 4.0 In the post, they explain that a lady called to report a rabbit who had been hit by a car. The woman said there...
Max Greenfield and His Wife Adopt Dog Who Spent Over A Year Looking For A Home
43-year-old Max Greenfield is beloved for his iconic character Schmidt on New Girl. Now, he’s giving the world another reason to like him: his dog! Photo: Flickr/Genevieve License: CC BY 2.0 Greenfield took to Instagram on July 13 to share about the latest addition to his family. In the Instagram post, captioned, “Meet Darlene,” you can see Greenfield and his wife, casting director Tess Sanchez, with an adorable pup in between them. Greenfield tagged Wags and Walks Rescue, a nonprofit that saves dogs from high-kill shelters...
Training Tips for Keeping Your Dog off the Couch
Dogs love cuddling with you. However, not all pet parents want their pups on the furniture. A dog on the couch can damage the fabric, make the couch stinky, and make it impossible for you to get comfortable. These training tips will help you keep your dog off the couch and keep your furniture in good shape. Why Dogs Jump on Couches Dogs naturally feel they can jump on a couch and take possession of the area. There are several reasons why dogs help themselves to couches, including that they: Want to be close to you Like laying in a spot where...
Saved by the Dog! A Podcast About Life-Saving Rescue Dogs
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Can You Find The Cat Hiding In These Bushes?
Cats are known to be elusive. They’re sneaky predators, after all, and can be quiet, sly and quick. Because of that, they’re often great at hiding or blending into their surroundings. One time, my friend lost her cat. After searching the entire apartment, we started looking outside, thinking she must’ve slipped out the door. After a full day of searching, we discovered the cat was right under our noses all along! She was hiding in a small drawer in the closet. Typical cat. Photo: Pexels/Em on Earth There’s another cat...
