Study shows positive effects of emotional support animals
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Lockdown Due to COVID 19 Pandemic Has Caused Feral Cats to Overrun a California Stadium
Lockdowns all over the world due to the coronavirus pandemic have helped many ecosystems to recover. Due to the impact on the tourism industry, many ecological destinations had time to breathe and for wildlife to reproduce. However, in the case of Oakland Stadium, the lockdown has caused the uncontrolled reproduction of feral cats which are now over-running the place. Photo: YouTube/The Humane Society of the United States “And the kittens are running wild,” stated Henry Gardner, executive director of the Coliseum Authority which...
These 10 Adorable Dog Breeds Make It Hard for You to Say No When They Beg for Food
We are fond of feeding our dogs because there is nothing like seeing our pets looking at us with pure happiness and gratitude after enjoying a meal. Then, of course, there is the licking at us that follows as another way of them sweetly showing how they appreciate our loving care. Some of them even have the habit of cuddling and taking a nap right next to you, with a look of bliss on their angelic faces. Photo: PxHere How could you say no to a creature that makes you so happy? A creature who is so easy to please and yet it loves you back as...
Dog And Rescue Bunny Become BFFs And Do Everything Together
When Jessica welcomed Roman into her home, he was a lot to handle! The dog had so much energy and was incredibly clumsily. In fact, in an interview with The Dodo, Jessica described Roman as a “bull in a China shop.” Despite his big personality, he also had a sweet and gentle nature. When Jessica was presented with the chance to rescue a bunny from a breeder, she decided to give it a try and open her home up to the little rabbit. She didn’t think Roman would hurt the bunny, Sugar, but she never could’ve guessed what...
Want to Go Boating with Your Dog? Follow These Safety Tips!
It is only natural that you want your dog to be a part of most of your life’s experiences. Road trips, camping, hiking, preparing a special dinner, watching your favorite show, and even while singing to relax and keep your spirits high. Your dog is always there as your most loyal companion and no. 1 fan. Photo: YouTube/MarineMax And since the season has become perfect for boating, you want your best friend to be a part of that adventure too. But, before you start packing your things and your dog’s canned food, it is best to plan...
Soldier Returns Home & Surprises His Dog After 8-Month Deployment
When family members in the military go away on deployments for months at a time, it’s hard on both the soldier and their family. But people forget that it could also take a toll on their pets, who aren’t able to understand where their human has gone. Photo: YouTube/Militarykind U.S. Army E4 Specialist Troy Glendenning has been away in the Middle East for the last eight months, which means he’s been apart from his beloved dog, Posie. Posie has missed her human since the moment he left, and has been impatiently waiting for him...
Second Graders Write Letters From Shelter Dogs’ Perspectives & Help Them Get Adopted
Second-graders at St. Michael’s Episcopal School in Richmond, Virginia, wanted to do their part to help dogs get adopted at their local shelter. Since the animals can’t speak for themselves, the kids decided to be their voice. The kids created letters and drawings on behalf of 24 dogs and one cat who were awaiting forever homes. Photo: YouTube/Good Morning America “Hello, My name is Sunday Special. I would love to be adopted. If you do adopt me, I hope I will brighten up your Sundays like the SUN! You’ll be my Sunday...
Starving, Heartworm-Positive Beagle Gets Second Chance With ‘Save A Heart’ Flights
Heartworm is a truly unjust disease. Not only does it prove fatal if left untreated, but it also disproportionally affects those animals who are least equipped to deal with it. Take, for example, shelter pets from Louisiana, which leads the country in terms of heartworm infection. But even though heartworm is common, overcrowded shelters don’t have the space or resources to treat sick animals, who then risk euthanasia. This gives heartworm-positive shelter pets a slim chance of leaving the shelter alive. This heartbreaking dilemma led...
Jamie Lee Curtis’ Tribute to Betty White at the Oscars Received a Surprise from John Travolta
“I’m the luckiest person in the world. My life is divided in absolute half: half animals, half show business. I have to stay in show business to pay for my animal work!” Betty White was so filled with joy as she expressed those words in an interview with TV Guide in 2009. The iconic actress finally passed away in December 2021, just weeks before her 100th birthday. As she paid tribute to Betty White at the Oscars, Jamie Lee Curtis wanted to remind everyone that White’s animal welfare advocacy was as precious as her...
7 Easy Ways To Help Animals This Earth Day
Earth Day is celebrated by over a billion people in 193 countries. Every year on April 22nd people reflect on how they can help make the planet a better place for all who call it home. Sadly, human actions cause a lot of damage to the environment and animals. Many species are facing extinction due to habitat loss caused by deforestation, pollution, lack of food sources, overhunting, and so much more. Photo: Pixabay/ Panupong Lithkai We must act now to ensure these animals are around for future generations. Join us in rebuilding what we have...
