Dog Owner Shares What It’s Like To Eat With Great Danes In The House
If you’ve had dogs in your home before, you likely know that even the best-behaved dogs can turn on those big ol’ puppy dog eyes when food comes out! My dog, Jax, would never take food without asking and he doesn’t beg, but whenever I eat, he’ll casually lay under the table hoping for a loose scrap of food to fall. I think it’s adorable, but that’s partially because he’s small enough to curl up by my feet without causing a ruckus. Photo: Pexels/Chris F For those with bigger dogs, meal times can be a...
Stray Dog Gives Birth To Puppies In Nativity Scene Manger
When the holiday season rolls around each year, it’s not uncommon to spot nativity scenes mixed in with Santa Clause and candy cane decorations. While many historians believe Jesus was born in in the warmer months between spring and autumn when shepherds would be out in the fields, the church adopted the celebration of his birthday right around the time of other winter celebrations, such as the winter solstice, Yule, and Saturnalia. Photo: Pexels/Burkay Canatar Today, many people celebrate with a mix of traditions, pulling from both...
Take Action To Save The Vaquita: 8 Steps You Can Take To Protect This Critically Endangered Species
The vaquita is a small porpoise native to the northern part of the Gulf of California, and it is currently the most critically endangered marine mammal in the world, NOAA Fisheries reports. With an estimated population of just over 10 individuals, the vaquita is on the verge of extinction. According to the World Wildlife Fund, urgent action is needed to save this species from disappearing forever. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Paula Olson, NOAAThe vaquita is the most critically endangered marine mammal in the world – and it needs our help....
Senior Dog Returned To Rescue For Wanting To Sleep In Bed With Parents
Animal rescues have heard every reason for why people are unable to keep their pets, but rarely do people return a pet for wanting to sleep with them in bed. True and Faithful Pet Rescue Mission in Venice, Florida, saves seniors and “unwanted” dogs from high kill shelters and finds them loving homes. A Chihuahua mix named Twinkle was adopted four months ago into what was supposed to be her forever home. The sweet pup was on her best behavior and showered her new family with love and affection, but was returned to the shelter when...
Parrot Cannot Contain Its Excitement for Christmas and Sings Jingle Bells to a Dog
The Yuletide season certainly has the warmest and most joyous days in a year. It’s that time of the year when everybody looks forward to gatherings and year-end parties. Families prepare their annual traditions to heighten the Christmas spirit for everyone. Each person has a way of hyping themselves and absorbing the holiday mood. You can start by adorning your house with Christmas decorations, shopping for gifts, organizing parties, and so forth. Photo: Twitter/Caalf For most people, music helps them enjoy the Yuletide season even...
Kitten Becomes Paralyzed After Vicious Attack But Slowly Regains Some Abilities
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! He started out as a regular cute black kitty called Luis. My husband took him in when he was about 5-months-old. He loved playing with the dogs and running around everywhere. His cute, intelligent, and social personality made us fall in love immediately. KITTEN. PHOTO: PIXABAY / SOULIETA One day, when my husband was out, the kitten stole meat from the man that took care of the place and...
Zen Rescue Cat Looking for Zen Golden Years Home Ready to Retire
A cat named Zen is looking for a Zen future in a Zen home with a Zen vibe that’s helmed by a Zen human…that’s a lot of Zen! Maybe we’d better explain. Zen is a senior kitty who would love nothing more than to find a quiet, safe space to spend the remainder of his golden years in. He’s 16, and he knows what he likes and doesn’t like at this point. One of the things he does like is a warm lap or tummy to curl up on and take a relaxing nap. Photo: Pima Animal Care Center Shelter Life vs. Foster Care While Zen...
An Unusual Mixed-Breed Rescue Dog Needs a Hiking Buddy Stat!
Meet Kash! Kash is a happy, silly boy who was at the Pima Animal Care Center way back in 2017 before returning to them as a stray. Unfortunately, his people didn’t come for him, so he’s looking for a new home where he can spend his days soaking up affection from a loving family. While Kash shares his kennel with another PACC pup at the moment, he was admittedly a bit nervous when initially meeting other dogs in playgroups. Photo: Pima Animal Care Center Fellow Pet Pals Naturally, he’d like to meet any resident dogs before...
U.S. Navy Water Polo Coach Saves Dog Trapped On Icy Creek
A U.S. Naval Academy water polo coach saved a dog’s life after he became trapped on an icy creek. It all started on December 23, when Moose the mutt escaped from his sitter’s house in Edgewater, Maryland. Photo: Pexels/Chandre D’Oliveira Speaking with ABC 7, the sitter, Nicolina Converso, explained: “I opened the door to pick up a tree on my patio and he just went on out.” Converso immediately contacted Moose’s owner, U.S. Naval Academy water polo coach Luis Nicolao, and the search for the dog began. Photo:...
Can Cats’ Paws Suffer Damage from Snow or Other Winter Elements? How Harsh is Too Harsh?
Cats are generally averse to cold, snowy conditions but good luck getting them to willingly don protective wear of any type or keep it on even if you manage to wrangle them into it. And you can forget about booties. Have you ever seen a cat get tape on their paws or cellophane? It’s a frantic and peeved herky-jerky dance until it’s removed. So, what can pet owners do for indoor/outdoor cats come winter if they live someplace where it snows? Photo: KK Snow & Cats First off, let’s clarify that some cats will allow their...
