With Your Help, We’re Restoring Pollinator Habitat in the Florida Panhandle
Bees are essential to crop production in the United States. Currently, more than 90 crops rely on bee pollination, and about a third of the food we eat is made possible specifically due to honey bee pollination. That includes apples, broccoli, pumpkins, and almonds. However, bee populations continue to decline, due largely to a loss of food. Thanks to you, we’ve been able to help address this issue with flower planting. One of the more recent projects was in the Florida panhandle, where bee habitat and food were heavily impacted by the...
It Turns Out Animal Shelters are a Great Place for Adopting Small Pets of All Types
Most people turn to pet stores when it comes to adding a small pet like a hamster or gerbil to their family unit. But would it surprise you to learn that many animal rescues are home to oodles of little fur balls and feathered friends that need a home even more? It’s true, animal shelters don’t just take in dogs and cats. They have birds, rabbits, turtles, chinchillas, mice, and the list goes on and on. Photo: Pixabay/klickblick San Diego Humane Society Take the San Diego Humane Society, for example. While they have a number of...
100 Golden Retrievers to Cross Boston Marathon Finish Line Day Before Race
One day before the 127th Boston Marathon takes place on April 17, 100 golden retrievers will walk the final mile to cross the finish line in honor of Spencer, the official dog of the Boston Marathon, who died from cancer in February 2023. The dogs are part of the MA Golden Meetups, a dog group on Facebook that organized the now-closed mile-long walking event. They are also behind the creation of “Golden Strong” bandanas designed in memory of Spencer and his niece, Penny, who died of cancer just eight days after Spencer sadly...
Beagle Dog Breed Information: Temperament, Training and Pictures
Right now, ruthless puppy scammers are lurking online — hoping you’ll click on their websites, post or offer to help. Spotting signs of a puppy scam can save you from ending up heartbroken and broke. Scams include “dog breeders” who only accept bank or wire transfers or won’t have a live video call so you can see a puppy, her littermates and mother. Dogster interviewed animal welfare insiders who revealed these criminals’ tricks and how to recognize a scam. The Beagle is a high-energy, hunting dog breed....
Can I Use Mushrooms for Pet Allergies?
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Water-Loving Dog Named After the Sea Goddess Has Been Waiting Years for a Forever Home
A stop at a shelter is hopefully temporary for a dog or cat, but for some, it can extend for a really long time. That’s a story a 5-year-old pooch named Amphitrite can relate to. Amphitrite, a tan and white pit bull terrier, started her long-term shelter sentence at a young age, when the family that had adopted her decided they didn’t want her anymore and surrendered her. In the years since, she’s bounced around, but she’s currently at the Franklin County Humane Society in Rocky Mount, Virginia, where she’s been...
Abandoned Cat Who Huddled On Porch in the Rain Finds Warmth and a Home Inside
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! Niko showed up on our driveway one day. He had patches of fur missing, he hissed and meowed at the same time, and he was emaciated and so scared. I thought he was feral until one afternoon when he rubbed himself against my leg. I saw something in his eyes that day that changed my heart forever. He was someone’s discarded baby. PHOTO: DORIAN CASTELLANO Whenever it rained, he’d...
Belgian Malinois Performs Squats in the Gym Alongside His Owner
If you’ve spent much time on social media, you probably realize that gym content is quite popular. There are often videos circulating of people doing impressive workouts, but sometimes, things go viral for being different or funny. One gym video recently went viral for featuring something that was both impressive and strange – it was of a dog doing squats! Photo: @dr.evanstrahl Dr. Evan Strahl shared the video on TikTok, saying: “My squat buddy is cuter than yours.” His squat buddy happened to be an adorable Belgian...
Faithful Australian Shepherd Warns Mom When She’s About To Faint
Having a medical condition that causes random bouts of fainting can be scary. If you don’t catch the feeling you’re going to faint soon enough, you could fall and really hurt yourself. That’s a reality that a woman named Katie lives with since she suffers from postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), which can cause anxiety-like symptoms, lightheadedness, and fainting. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, and thankfully, she’s not alone. She has her faithful 4-year-old Australian Shepherd named Bailey, who happens...
Heroic Man Jumps Into Canal To Save Drowning Baby Fox
A baby fox has her life thanks to a kindhearted hero in Leicestershire, England. According to Leicestershire Live, 57-year-old Russ Bellingham was walking near the Grand Union Canal in Market Harborough with his niece when he spotted struggling baby fox in the water and immediately leaped into action. Photo: TikTok/@stylewithseycha Despite being fully clothed, Bellingham plunged into the murky green water and swam all the way across the canal to where a baby fox was barely keeping his head afloat. Bellingham’s niece, Seycha, immediately...
Senior Cat Has Been At Shelter For 2,803 Days Without A Single Application
Senior cats are often overlooked for younger cats, especially ones that are more independent and not overly affectionate. But all cats deserve a family of their own who love them just the way they are. A 10-year-old cat named Gray Belle has been at Chesapeake Feline Association, a no-kill feline rescue in Maryland, for 2,803 days (over 7 years) and has never had a single application for adoption. This heartbreaking news was shared on the rescue’s TikTok with a video of the beautiful cat. They explain that Gray Belle will need a patient...
Boston Terrier Stood Up By Adopter Is Once Again Looking For Loving Home
The best day for shelter dogs is the day they get adopted. They finally hear the words “you have been adopted” and it is a day filled with excitement. Sadly, there are times when the adopter changes his/her mind and don’t show up. This is what happened to a sweet pup in Ontario, Canada. Nikki, a four-year-old Boston terrier, was surrendered by her owner to Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary in December due to allergies and being reactive towards other dogs. Screenshot: TikTok/@dogtalesrescue Her skin has drastically improved...
How to Protect Yourself from the Top Puppy Scams
Right now, ruthless puppy scammers are lurking online — hoping you’ll click on their websites, post or offer to help. Spotting signs of a puppy scam can save you from ending up heartbroken and broke. Scams include “dog breeders” who only accept bank or wire transfers or won’t have a live video call so you can see a puppy, her littermates and mother. Dogster interviewed animal welfare insiders who revealed these criminals’ tricks and how to recognize a scam. How to protect yourself from the top puppy scams...
4 Things That Will Keep Your Dog Safe and Healthy
Need help dog-proofing your life? The four health and safety tips we have for you today will make your life easier and give you peace of mind about your pup. Nothing is more important to a dog parent than the safety and well-being of their pup. Whether you’re a seasoned animal guardian or bringing your first puppy into your home, these four tips will help keep your fur baby safe, sound, and healthy for life! 1. Dog-Proof Your Home There are hazards around every house for dogs, but dog-proofing is easy if you know where to look. Here are...
Paddle for Puppies May 7th, 2023
Apr 05, 2023 Paddle for Puppies is back for the 12th year in a row! Celebrated as one of Austin’s favorite events, this iconic gathering is more than just a paddle down Lady Bird Lake — it’s a lifesaving endeavor! Sponsored by Austin Subaru and hosted at Rowing Dock, Paddle for Puppies 2023, will take place on Sunday May 7th at 8:00am. Both people and water-confident dogs* paddle 2.5 miles down Lady Bird Lake, just past Congress bridge on the boat of your choice — kayak, SUP, canoe, all in support of our Parvo Puppy...
After Rescuing Two Frozen Puppies and Losing One, Woman Works Hard to Save the Other
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! My rescue story began on February 13, 2021. It was unseasonably and bitterly cold that night in Arkansas when I got a call from my friend. They had found a mommy dog with two puppies in the ditch by the side of the road. The mommy was frozen, the puppies were barely breathing, and my friend asked me if I would take them. PHOTO: EVA POTTER When they got to my house, I tried to get them to...
Help Save Sweet, Frightened Patches Before it’s Too Late!
Meet Patches, a gentle young pup who would love to find a home where he can work on being brave and confident. A supportive family who will show him that there’s nothing to worry about would be just the ticket! The reality is that the shelter is very tough for more timid pups, and with so many dogs that need Pima Animal Care’s help, it’s hard to give every dog the attention that they deserve and need to thrive right now. Patches has come a long way during his time with PACC, but he really needs to continue his journey in a...
Sea Turtles Released Off Georgia’s Jekyll Island After Long Recovery
It was great news for conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts when it was announced that 12 sick or injured sea turtles that had been rescued by the Georgia Sea Turtle Center were returned to the waters off the shores of Jekyll Island. A large crowd gathered on the beach of Jekyll Island to watch as staff members from the center slowly waded into the ocean waves with their carapaced charges in hand before turning them loose. Once they hit the surf, a round of applause and cheering erupted from the ecstatic onlookers assembled for the upbeat...
Zoo-normous Easter Egg Hunt Held for Endangered Animals at the London Zoo
According to the Zoological Society of London, Easter activities are off to a cracking good start! While families are busy with the Zoo-normous Egg Hunt, zookeepers there have been busy stepping into the role of the Easter bunny to make sure the animals don’t miss out on the Easter egg-citement, as they put it. The event is staged for endangered species residing there. Photo: YouTube/London Zoo Easter Egg Hunt Like so many zoos around the world, the London Zoo is always exploring creative new ways for the animals to practice their...
22 Tiny Kittens Abandoned Outside Texas Veterinary Office Without Their Mothers
It’s all hands on deck at Edgar & Ivy’s Cat Sanctuary in Corpus Christi, Texas, to care for 22 kittens dumped outside a local veterinary office. The shelter team is hard at work feeding and caring for the tiny felines who are estimated to be 3 to 4 weeks old. Some are sick and all are too young to be away from their mothers. The shelter shared a video on TikTok showing the rescued kittens and wrote, “They were mercilessly taken from their mothers while still nursing.” @edgarandivy_catsanctuary 22 abandonded babies...
