African Serval Cat Found Wandering Missouri Farm Sent to Rescue Sanctuary
It was a crazy day recently in Ava, Missouri, when a family discovered an African serval cat prowling around on their farm in the Ozark Mountains. They noted that they’d seen a lot of strange things over the years, but nothing like a cat that calls arid grasslands halfway around the world home. Eventually, the animal wandered into a live trap designed for releasing critters after they’ve received medical attention or for relocation purposes. Photo: YouTube/Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge African Serval Cats Widespread in...
Wild Fox Befriends Cat In Adorable Viral Video
Cats and foxes seem like two of the same, but it’s rare that we see them interact. They’re both sly and cunning, playful and adorable. Yet, they’re different species and they likely rarely cross paths in a meaningful way. Photo: Instagram/@aliihsanozturk.65 However, a wildlife photographer managed to capture a sweet exchange between the two animals and you have to see it to believe it. Turkish wildlife photographer Ali ihsan Öztürk (@aliihsanozturk.65) shared a video of a cat and a fox hanging out on Instagram and...
Dog Heartbeat Toys Could Actually Be Quite Beneficial for Pets
Are you a new puppy owner or do you have a dog that suffers from anxiety? A heartbeat toy might be just the answer to lull your pup to sleep or reduce stress and anxiety in adult dogs. So, what’s a heartbeat toy? It’s similar to wrapping a ticking clock in a towel and placing it in the box or kennel your puppy sleeps in to soothe it to sleep, only they come in the form of cute, plushy, teddy bears, bunnies, puppies, sheep, and other adorable stuffed animals. Photo: Pixabay/Pexels Heartbeat Toys To put it simply, a heartbeat toy is...
Italian Nonna Mesmerizes Kitten By Talking With Her Hands
Kittens are absolutely adorable and so fun to play with. One thing they all seem to love is attacking moving fingers and hands. You can simply hold your hand up and a kitten will lunge for your fingers. Perhaps it’s part of their natural predatory drive, or maybe they just want to have fun. Either way, it can make an easy game to play. Photo: Instagram/@myprideandducks One kitten owner learned that the attack-the-fingers game isn’t just something cats play when you’re ready for them, but they can mistake casual, everyday...
Suzuki is a Goofy Shelter Favorite Waiting for Someone to Snatch Her Up
You have got to love Suzuki! This sleek, though slightly plump, black-and-white pibble is just under three years old and purrs like a kitten (ok, maybe not like a kitten). She’s a sporty model with plenty of get-up-and-go and will keep you active and on the move – for a little while before nap time, at least! Features include soft fur, perky ears, and a million-dollar smile. Plus, Suzuki can go from zero (nap) to 60 (playtime) in a flash! Suzuki runs all day on just kibble and a few treats, so the cost of fuel won’t break...
The Puppy Bowl is Back for 2023
It’s time for the most adorable sporting event you’ll ever see: the Puppy Bowl. Brimming with oodles of puppy energy, the TV event is a Puppy Bowl Super Bowl spotlighting the tireless work of shelters and rescues across the country, as well as showcasing some very sweet adoptable pets. Here’s everything you need to know about this feel-good puppy love fest: What channel is the Puppy Bowl on? Puppy Bowl XIX airs on Animal Planet and streams on discovery+. It’s a three-hour TV event. What time is the Puppy Bowl? The...
Pallas’s Cats Discovered in Eastern Nepal for the First Time Ever
Breaking news: Pallas’s cats have been reported on Mount Everest in eastern Nepal for the first time on record! Not hip to the specifics of this particular creature? The Pallas’s cat, also known as the manul, is a small gray wildcat with long, dense fur. Adapted to the chilly climate in its native range, it has been recorded across the Caucasus, Iranian Plateau, Hindu Kush, parts of the Himalayas, Tibetan Plateau, Altai-Sayan region, and the South Siberian Mountains. But it’s never been seen in eastern Nepal. Photo:...
5 Fur-tastic Dog Themed Valentine Cards
Annie Butler Shirreffs Annie Butler Shirreffs has worked in the pet industry for 20 years and is currently the senior editor of Catster and Dogster magazines. A cat lover since she was a little girl, she has always had feline friends in her life. She and her husband share their Southern California home with their four cats, Agatha, Alastair, Jack and Mathilda, and an ever-changing clowder of foster kittens, all of whom enjoy being testers for cool, new products. Source:...
Woman Dives Into “Turbulent” River To Save Dog From Drowning
A poodle mix has been reunited with his family after nearly drowning in the French Broad River. Two women were walking along the river in Asheville, North Carolina, when a scared dog darted past them and fell in the raging water. While shocked by what they just saw, they didn’t hesitate to call Asheville Animal Services for help. They continued to watch the dog and leaped into action when he struggled to stay above the “turbulent” current. One of the women dove into the freezing water to rescue him. Photo:...
Why Cats Need Play
How to keep your feline friend interested in play as she grows from kittenhood into an adult cat. Watching a kitten playing with a furry mouse never gets old. She tosses it in the air, bites it, and attacks it with vigorous bunny kicks. Play is an integral part of kittenhood, as any cat parent knows. The challenge is to maintain that degree of interest in play as she moves from kittenhood to adulthood. The Art of Play Kittens learn the art of play from their siblings. There’s nothing cuter than a litter of kittens tumbling around...
