One million dollars in grants awarded to 107 BIPOC-led organizations across the US
Maddie’s Fund® invests its resources in a commitment to keeping pets and people together, creating a safety net of care for animals in need and operating within a culture of inclusiveness and humility. We are working towards the day when the animal welfare field more accurately represents the diversity of our country. We introduced a new grant opportunity to support the operations of U.S.-based Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC)-led government agencies or nonprofit animal welfare or veterinary medicine organizations. Our...
US Agency Says Reintroducing Sea Otters to Oregon is Doable and Could Improve the Ecosystem
Sea otters were once found across the North Pacific Rim, stretching from Japan through the Aleutian islands and down the Pacific coast into Mexico. At one point, their population was between 150,000 and 300,000. However, by the early 1900s, their numbers had dwindled to below 2,000 due to high demand for their fur. While the species has been recovering, a sea otter population has still not returned to Oregon. A new report says that could change, though. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has released a report on the feasibility of returning...
Curious Pups Crawl Into Den, Get Stuck For Hours When Giant Tortoise Blocks The Exit
Two little puppies who were in grave danger are alive and well after San Bernardino County firefighters came to the rescue to save their lives. The two curious pups made their way into an underground tortoise den in Yucca Valley, California, and ended up being stuck there for hours. Photo: YouTube/Good Morning America Not only were they in the den, but they were prevented from leaving by Oscar, a 100-pound tortoise who was blocking the exit. When the five-month-old pups were unable to get out and were quiet for hours, concerned residents...
We Did It! You Just Helped Us Fly 155 Shelter Cats To Safety In Massachusetts
We did it! On Tuesday, August 2, we airlifted 155 at-risk Florida shelter cats to safety on our first Clear the Shelters flight! NBCUniversal Local, Greater Good Charities, The Animal Rescue Site, and Hill’s Pet Nutrition teamed up for this life-saving flight on Aug. 2, which was timed to coincide with Clear the Shelters, NBC Universal Local’s annual pet adoption and donation campaign running throughout the month of August. Flying 155 shelter cats to safety in Massachusetts! Photo: Greater Good Charities Early on the morning of...
Kitten Rescued After Group of Boys Injures It
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! Six years ago around midnight, I was in bed and heard boys on the street laughing. Then their car stopped and they really laughed. I live in the country and it was pitch black out. I thought nothing about it until around 3 p.m. I was going out to feed horses and saw something run across the patio. I cornered it and found a very small kitten. The fact that he survived the night is a...
Horse Owner Baffled When She Finds Filly Stuck In Hay Feeder And Calls For Help
Have you ever found your horse in a predicament and wondered how they got there? Horses are curious by nature and even though they are intelligent animals they sometimes get themselves into trouble. While some horses (I can name a few) go looking for trouble, others just stumble across or into it – as in Pixie’s case. A young filly named Pixie found herself trapped in a metal hay feeder at her home in Florida and how she ended up in there is a mystery. Her owner was shocked and worried when she found her horse in the middle of the...
Bear Cub Tumbles Down Waterfall While Learning To Fish In Viral Video
Peak salmon migration occurs in late July in Brooks River, Alaska and attracts the brown bears of Katmai National Park. Countless bears can be seen in the river and mostly at Brooks Falls hunting for salmon. One of Explore.org’s bear cams placed at Brooks Falls to observe the bears captured a heart-stopping moment for a mama brown bear known as 910 and her cub. The two were among several other bears searching for salmon in the water. 910 has her own way of enticing the salmon with a “special dance”. However, she wanted her...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Return to Home Challenge, Weekly Communication Conversations and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Weekly Community Conversations begin TODAY, August 1!Register now for the weekly Monday 11AM PT/2PM ET call for animal well-being professionals. These 50-minute calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond. Last chance to register for the Return to Home Challenge!Seventeen national...
Woman Saves an Abandoned Cat on a Busy Interstate
It was a day of errands for Alex de Ponte until something interesting caught her eye while driving on the interstate. She was able to spot a black cat on the side of the road. The situation was worrisome since it is dangerous for animals to hang out near roadways — especially if it’s a busy interstate. Alex couldn’t just stop on the side, as she was in the opposite lane. She decided to finish her errand first and check back on the cat on her way home. @alexdapontemusic #cat #cats #kitten #kittens #pet #pets #petsoftiktok...
Travel Reminders for the Pet Parent
Traveling has always been an effective way to relax, find oneself, and learn more about the world. It gives people excitement that turns into memories, especially with loved ones. Moreover, your trip becomes even more memorable with your pet. As a pet parent, part of showing your love for them is taking them out for an adventure. If pets enjoy a simple walk in the park, they will most likely enjoy beach outings, hiking, road trips, and more. Photo: Pexels/Dominika Roseclay Animals also have an adventurous side — they are delighted by...
