No One Realizes Friendly Neighborhood Cat is Actually a Stray, But He Finally Finds a Home
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! I never planned on owning a cat. I am a dog person, always have been. Somehow they gravitate to me anyway. Our first cat had gotten extremely sick, and after a few stints in the kitty ICU with a “mysterious” neurological disorder, I finally accepted the fact that it was unfair to subject her to further trauma. So when she again got extremely ill, we allowed her to go...
Expressive Cat With “Eyebrows” Captures Attention From Around The World
An expressive cat with dark “eyebrows” is winning hearts of people around the world thanks to his unique looks. According to GeoBeats Animals, Henri was adopted when he was tiny kitten at a shelter in Toronto. Photo: YouTube/GeoBeats Animals Speaking with GeoBeats Animals, Henri’s mom describes him as “very quirky” and “very clumsy for a cat.” She went on to say that unlike most cats, he’s not very agile or good at jumping. But, his cute looks and charming personality make up for it. Photo:...
Adoptable Jupiter Wants to Be the Center of Your Universe
What does a homeless 2-year-old feline have to do to get some attention these days? He’s not the center of the universe, but he knows he’s a pretty big deal, nonetheless. We’re talking about Jupiter, a sweet, easy-going love bug with a great personality and a laid-back cattitude. Animal Rescue For a little background, this handsome ginger started off life as a community cat before eventually being befriended by a lovely couple who won his trust and adored him. Feeling the same, he soon learned the luxury of indoor life and...
Cat Mom Welcomes Tiny Puppy Into Her Litter Of Kittens
While there is a popular notion that cats and dogs are natural enemies, they can actually form close bonds and even become the best of friends or like family. That was recently seen in a beautiful way thanks to a video shared on TikTok. Photo: TikTok/@fasterhamster_ In the clip, you can see a litter of kittens and their mama all walking to together like a big family. In the middle their littler is a tiny puppy! The puppy is not much bigger than the kittens and seems to be going right along with the kittens. It’s clear that the mama cat...
Tiny Rescue Puppy Steals The Show After Falling Asleep In News Anchor’s Arms On Live Television
Being a news anchor is an often thankless and demanding job with tight deadlines and high standards. The position often requires early mornings, extreme professionalism, and excellent communication. Of course, the job also has its perks, as the news is constantly changing and you never quite know who you’ll get to interview. Photo: TikTok/@nbc10boston Recently, one lucky news anchor had the most adorable guest: a puppy! NBC10 Boston anchor Colton Bradford was on live TV with his co-anchor Melody Mendez. While they often report alone,...
Police Sprint To Man Calling For “Help” Only To Find A Disgruntled Goat
Life as a police officer is unpredictable at best. From minor incidents to life-threatening emergencies, officers must be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to any situation that arises, and no two days are the same. When officers with the Enid Police Department in Oklahoma received a call about someone yelling for help, they quickly responded to the scene. Photo: Facebook/Enid Police Department The department shared a video of the call on Facebook, and you can see the officers running through a field. In the background, you can hear...
Nervous Dog Reunites With The Man Who Rescued Him
Being a stray dog in Mexico can be a challenging and harsh existence. Stray dogs in Mexico often struggle to find food, shelter, and medical care, facing the dangers of traffic, disease, and abuse. That’s the reality that a Belgian Malinois named Dennis found himself in. The poor pup was living on the streets in Baja California, Mexico where it’s suspected someone hit him with a shovel and injured his legs. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo According to The Dodo, a travel influencer named Henry happened to spot Dennis laying in a field,...
More Ways to Proactively Support Your Local Animal Shelters/Rescues
Depending on the part of the country you live in, your local animal shelters and rescues may be experiencing overcrowding. It’s not uncommon for large groups of dogs and other pets to be flown or driven from southern states to those in the north in order to balance the supply and demand issues they both face. This has worked out quite well for both regions, as one is overflowing with surrendered animals, and the other faces a shortage of adoptable pets. While the process has helped, more needs to be done to alleviate overcrowding...
How to Train Mixed Breed Dogs
When training a mixed breed dog find out what motivates him. Rewards vary, but all dogs respond to food. Experiment! Add some breed-specific enrichment when possible and leave room in your routine for his personality to shine. Teach your mixed breed dog basic cues such as: And to really know a cue, your dog should generalize that cue to different environments with various levels of distractions. For example, your dog should be able to sit in your living room as well as he does at the vet’s office or outside on a walk. Breed-specific dog...
Biologically Appropriate Diets — At the Heart of Champion Petfoods
This company draws on over 35 years of experience to craft biologically appropriate diets for dogs and cats. Among the top ways to ensure optimal health for dogs and cats is to feed them biologically appropriate diets. One company that has long been at the leading edge of this approach is Champion Petfoods, makers of ORIJEN® and ACANA® pet food lines. “Champion Petfoods was founded in 1985 in a small town in Alberta, Canada,” says Jen Beechen, Vice President of Marketing. “We have been pioneers in crafting premium...
