The Vet Clinic Is Closed, What Do I Do? 6 Vet-Approved Steps & Options
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Accidents and medical concerns can occur at any time of day or night. So, it’s important to be prepared and have a plan for potential emergency situations that occur outside of your vet clinic’s business hours. Fortunately, several resources are available to give you immediate answers and peace of mind about your dog’s health. Here are some things you can do if your dog has an injury or other medical...
Weak Laws Leave Ohio Animals in Terrible Conditions
Ohio has garnered unwanted attention as a hotspot for poor animal welfare practices, particularly in the context of puppy mills. The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” report, which highlights the worst puppy breeders in the United States, places Ohio as the second-worst state, surpassed only by Missouri. This report, among others, underscores the severe gaps in Ohio’s animal protection laws and the resulting dire conditions for animals in the state. Photo: PexelsOhio ranks second in the nation for problematic puppy...
Over 300 Dogs Rescued From Frontlines Have Full Bellies, Thanks to You
Courageous rescuers continue to enter heavily bombed areas in Ukraine to save abandoned animals left without food or water. The terrified and traumatized animals are brought back to shelters who feed them nutritious food, thanks to your donations. A truckload of dog food was distributed across Ukraine to help feed over 300 dogs rescued from the frontlines. Photo: United for Animals Greater Good Charities’ partner, United for Animals (UfA), shared with us the current situation and how your donations are making a huge difference in the...
Human Animal Support Services (HASS) Announces Results of Competitive Pet Placement ProjectÂ
Supported by PetSmart Charities, the Competitive Pet Placement Project aims to identify barriers and produce solutions for increasing adoption outcomes (AUSTIN, TX) July 31, 2024–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project revolutionizing the animal welfare industry by uniting human and animal welfare, announced the results of the Competitive Pet Placement (CPP) Project. An initiative supported by PetSmart Charities, five shelters, alongside HASS, took up the challenge to evaluate internal shelter practices or...
The Great Escape: Manic Longs for Freedom
Hi, I’m Allison! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my three mixed-breed dogs from Thailand, Jelly, Lorraina, and Manic. Uh-oh. It is quiet. Too quiet. That can only mean one thing: my dog is up to something. Those moments of silence always made me panic slightly. Manic loves looking for adventure, trouble, wild animals, anything! Even though we had a fenced-in yard, the fencing was old, so Manic would find a weak spot and squeeze himself underneath. Despite having 2.5 acres of wooded land to explore, Manic always...
Venezuelans Battle to Ban Bullfighting Amidst Cruelty Concerns
Bullfighting, a tradition deeply rooted in Venezuela’s history, has become a focal point of controversy and debate. In cities like Mérida, this practice, part of the annual Feria del Sol festival, continues to draw both fierce support and vehement opposition. As the nation wrestles with its identity and values, the movement to ban bullfighting is gaining strength, pushing for a break from a tradition many see as cruel and outdated. Photo: PexelsBullfighting in Venezuela is a contentious tradition with deep colonial roots. A...
‘Ugly Last Cat in the Cage’ Finds Forever 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! “She’s the last cat in the cage. I think she’s too ugly,” my friend said. That was all it took. I dashed to the pet shop and bought her. And so Strudel, the ugly cat with a beautiful heart, came home with me. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ENGIN AKYURT This beautiful soul lived with me for 20 years. And every night for twenty years, she patted me on the nose, and I would lift...
Orphaned Weeks-Old Walrus is Getting Round-the-Clock Care to Help Her Survive
Pacific walruses can grow up to 12 feet long and weigh up to 4,000 pounds. One substantially smaller than that, though, was just rescued in Alaska. In a series of social media posts, Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward has been chronicling the care of a tiny orphaned female Pacific walrus calf. She was found alone, malnourished, and dehydrated in Utqiagvik, Alaska, in late July and is believed to be no more than a few weeks old. To help her survive, a rescue team provided emergency fluids and stabilizing treatment before getting her to safety....
I Am A Mutt
Jul 30, 2024 I am not a dog that people dream of when they are small. I am not a dog that can be easily identified. I am not a dog that has a list of traits packed neatly in a box. I am a mutt. I am a mutt. Mutts have been passed over for no crime, but that of not being by design. Mutts don’t fit into any category, just a category of their own. Mutts aren’t considered when asking a dog to do a job. But I can do a job, and do it very well. I can love you, which is the best job a dog can do. I am a dog that was pieced together,...
Why Does It Matter That Hays County Wants To Build A Pet Resource Center?
Jul 30, 2024 FACT: A pet resource center is NOT the same as an animal shelter; however, it does include animal sheltering as a component of the services offered. In a traditional animal sheltering model, the animal shelter is where pets are taken to get any kind of resources or help, but is not usually the best solution. Lost pets → go to the shelter where they almost never get reunited with their families. Pets who are sick or injured → have to be surrendered to the shelter and separated from their families to be treated if the...
My Dog Ate Lavender Plant! What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Why is it that some dogs just cannot resist the urge to eat things they shouldn’t? A lot of the time, you don’t even realize that certain things could be considered appealing or edible by your naughty canine until they’re hanging out of your dog’s mouth! And by the time that happens, you find yourself frantically searching for answers about what household ingredients, items,...
Ukrainian Dog Severely Abused While Held Hostage for Months is Recovering Alongside His Mom
A sweet dog named Adik and his owner, Irina, have endured unimaginable abuse while being held hostage for eight months by Russian forces in Ukraine. United for Animals (UfA) shared the heartbreaking story with Greater Good Charities and asked for support to help Adik get around. Adik was viewed by the Russians as a “trophy” of war and severely mistreated. UfA said, “This enemy shows no mercy even towards such defenseless creatures like animals.” Photo: United for Animals When Adik was finally released along with his...
Why Is My Dog’s Vagina Swollen? 5 Vet Explained Reasons & When to Worry
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Your dog’s genital area seems bigger than it normally is, so you naturally wonder if it’s time to call the vet or if it’s something normal that will pass on its own. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why your dog’s vulva might become swollen. The 5 Possible Reasons Your Dog’s Vagina Is Swollen 1. Estrus or the Heat Cycle If you notice that your dog’s...
Why Does My Dog Stare at the Wall? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons Explained
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Our dogs do all sorts of things that make us go, “Hmm.” If your dog seems to be staring at the wall, you might wonder why. But the real answer to why is that it honestly depends. Have you paid attention to body language? Does the dog seem excited, lethargic, rambunctious? The overall vibe can tell you a lot about the underlying reason. Here are five reasons that might be why your dog is staring at...
Toxic Dust Storms Loom as Great Salt Lake Faces Environmental Collapse
The Great Salt Lake, a unique and vital ecosystem in Utah, faces unprecedented threats. As it continues to shrink, the repercussions for both the environment and local communities are becoming increasingly severe. Multiple factors contribute to this crisis and there are dire consequences if no action is taken. Photo: PexelsThe Great Salt Lake has lost two-thirds of its water since the 1980s. Dwindling Waters and Its Impact Once a vast saline sea, the Great Salt Lake has shrunk dramatically, losing two-thirds of its size since the 1980s. This...
Animal Welfare Concerns Ignored as Iceland Greenlights Whale Hunt
In a surprising and controversial decision, Iceland’s government granted a whale hunting license to the country’s last remaining whaling company, Hvalur hf., for the 2024 season. The permit allows for the hunting of 128 fin whales, a move that has sparked significant backlash from animal welfare groups and conservationists alike. This decision contrasts with recent global efforts aimed at protecting marine life and highlights the ongoing debate over the ethics and necessity of commercial whaling. Photo: PexelsIceland has granted a...
The Ultimate Guide to Bioavailability in Pet Food
Find out why bioavailability in pet food is just as important as the ingredients! Pet parents have long known about the importance of choosing dog and cat foods with real foods and high-quality ingredients. Unfortunately, just reading an ingredients list doesn’t tell you anything about the bioavailability of the nutrients in the food. So how is a doting pet parent to choose the right food? Let’s learn more about bioavailability in pet food, what it is, factors that impact it, and why you should consider it when choosing food for...
Join us Thursday, August 1 for Foster-to-adopt programs: Supportive pathways from shelter to home
Join us on August 1st at 12pm PT/ 3pm ET for Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection! This month, Lauren Nickerson, Executive Director, Hawaii Island Humane Society and Katie Hutchinson, Outcomes Manager, Pima Animal Care Center, will present on Foster-to-adopt programs: Supportive pathways from shelter to home. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Hawaii Island Humane Society launched their Foster-to-Adopt program as a means to get pets out of the shelter and into homes during a time when the public was not able to enter the...
Littermates, One of Them a ‘Secret Service Agent’, Warm Home of New Empty-Nester
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! One September, I lost my best friend, Tiggy, to chronic renal failure. He died 10 days before his 20th birthday. I was devastated. This cat had grown up with my son and had comforted me as he left home for college and I became an empty-nester. I knew when Tiggy passed away that I would get another cat, but I needed to grieve first. PHOTO: PIXABAY I soon found myself on the internet...
Search and Rescue Member Runs 1.5 Miles to Rescue Puppies From Wildfire
The Park Fire, which has already scorched more than 350,000 acres and destroyed more than 100 buildings in California, has prompted multiple evacuation orders. One resident fleeing the flames had to leave their dogs behind, but a dedicated search and rescue crew member ran to the rescue… literally. According to a Facebook post from the Butte County Sheriff’s Office, a resident was evacuating a remote area near Campbellville when their truck stopped working. There was no time to lose, so they had to leave it behind. Unfortunately,...
