A Piglet was Abandoned in the Woods Until This Woman Took Her in and Gave Her a New Family
People are used to the fact that pigs are only essential for livelihood and nurtured for meat. It’s their primary purpose, as if their destiny is already written in the stars. Since humans are too focused on that objective, many tend to forget that pigs can be just like dogs and cats. They are also smart, playful, and have a sunshine personality that could easily win someone’s heart. For this reason, some families adopt the farm animal into their homes — which has been one of the best decisions in their life. Pigs...
Dog Survives After Being Hit on Road, Falling Under Pickup Truck and Boat Trailer
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 morning started out like many others. I needed to drop some packages off at the post office, but the one by my house was closed for the weekend, so I decided to drive to the other one not far away. I was driving down the road, when all of a sudden a small white and tan dog darted out into four lanes of traffic. I thought “OMG” and started to slow down, when suddenly this...
A Group of Women Devised a Plan to Carefully Save a Squirrel Trapped Inside Their Walls
Animals move from one habitat to another, especially when the previous one can’t accommodate their needs. The weather and climate are huge factors why they have to move. During winter, mammals and birds search for warmer places to stay. Safety is also essential to why animals look for a new home. For instance, pregnant squirrels search for safe and secure spots to build their nest. And sometimes, a house is the perfect target for them, specifically the hidden corners. Photo: PxHere Squirrels take advantage of an impenetrable...
Amidst the Fear He Felt, This Horse Was Still Able to Call Dad to Save His Injured Mom
Through the years, horses have helped civilization in different areas of human life. They have assisted in livelihood, wars, transportation, and sports and have been a great help to a person’s well-being. No one can ever deny the significance of horses since ages ago — a huge contributor to the advancement of society. While transportation is hugely modernized, horses are now nurtured for agriculture, equestrian sports, and human therapy. Photo: Youtube/The Dodo What’s more incredible about them is they cherish relationships...
Friendly Otter Befriends Curious Beagle In Adorable Evening Ritual
It’s not unusual for animals of other species to become friends. Usually, those animals live in the same house as pets. There are classic animal friends, like dogs and cats, and then there are rarer pet friendships like this cat and rat. Photo: YouTube/sasslang While even more unlikely, it’s not unheard of for pets to become friends with wild animals they meet while out and about. Sometimes a dog may befriend a deer or a even a bird, but some dogs make even rarer friendships with wildlife. Just take Rio, for example. The beagle...
Woman Rescues Feisty Kitten Hiding Under A Trash Can
Cass Perchoux is no stranger to rescuing animals who have a bit of an attitude, but one tiny kitten may just have the most sass of all. Cass spotted the tiny kitten hiding under a trash can and knew she had to take it home. The only problem? The fesity kitten wanted nothing to do with humans! Photo: YouTube/The Dodo In an interview with The Dodo, Cass said: “I don’t even think he had seen a human before, let alone been touched by one.” Despite the kitten clearly not wanting to be bothered, Cass risked her hands and picked...
A Shelter Cat with a Fondness for Fashion Only Wants to Walk One Runway — Yours!
She’s not a fashion hound, she’s a fashion feline, and her name is Sheba. Sheba is a fun-loving kitty with style and flair who moonlights as an office assistant at the Pima Animal Care Center in Tucson, Arizona. Spayed, she’s considered a Domestic Medium-hair girl and weighs approximately 11 pounds. Shelter staff believes she’s about 9 years old, so she’s only midway through her nine lives. Photo: Pima Animal Care Center Shelter Life The sad part is that she’s been at the shelter since at least July 2021!...
Best Books for Dog Lovers to Read in the New Year
If you purchase products through links on our site we may earn a commission. Wonderdog: The Science of Dogs and Their Unique Friendships with Humans Wildlife expert, zoology correspondent and science writer Jules Howard presents this celebration of dogs and the scientists who have lived alongside them. Our relationship with dogs has considerably evolved, and this book takes a look at the historical paths we’ve walked together and how psychologists and animal behaviorists have built upon the study of dogs with important results....
How the Bond You Share with Your Dog Can Influence His Sleep Patterns
Submission Guidelines Thank you for your interest in writing for Animal Wellness. As the #1 natural health magazine for pets in North America, we take pride in providing our readers with the information they need to make wise health care choices for their animal companions. Our publication embraces the entire holistic spectrum, from physical health issues to the emotional and spiritual well being of our animals. We welcome unsolicited articles and story outlines as long as they focus on holistic healing, whether physical, emotional or...
Watch the Nail-Biting Rescue Operation of an Anteater Who Napped on a Power Line
Finding animals in the most random places is an interesting experience, especially when you rarely see them around. Such encounters often happen where wild animals can freely roam around since they live nearby. You’d see them sitting on benches, visiting a store, walking on the roadside, etc. Humans will never miss a chance to capture that moment on video and share it online. But despite the excitement of encountering different species, civilized areas could put them in danger. Photo: Youtube/The Dodo Those wild animals could become...
Join 23 national organizations for the Open Arms Challenge!
Get ready for the Open Arms Challenge! This Challenge is all about opening our hearts and minds to more accessible and inclusive practices. Twenty-three national organizations are joining forces to encourage animal shelters and foster-based organizations to pilot new approaches that welcome your entire community during the month of April. And as if increased inclusivity and community engagement weren’t incentive enough, there’s also $420,000 in grant prizes available! Registration will open Monday, January 23 and close...
U.S. Representative George Santos Accused Of Scamming Veteran And His Dying Dog
Newly-elected Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) is accused of raising money for a disabled veteran’s service dog’s survival surgery and then disappearing with it, according to Patch. Richard Osthoff, a Navy veteran, said he was living in a tent near a highway with his dog Sapphire in Howell, New Jersey, when Santos conned him. Osthoff was quoted $3,000 to remove a life-threatening stomach tumor that Sapphire had been diagnosed with. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / U.S. House of Representatives – Office of the ClerkRep. George Santos...
Hysterical Video Captured of a Horse in a Car at a McDonald’s Drive-Thru in New South Wales
Just when you think you’ve seen it all you haven’t — that is unless you’re used to seeing horses roll up to fast food drive-thrus in hopes of getting ice cream. Apparently, that was the case in New South Wales, Australia, where a small white horse was seen sitting in the backseat of a car waiting at a local McDonald’s drive-thru. We All Scream for Ice Cream According to Boing Boing, Rocco the horse was in the mood for a scoop or two of ice cream, so he and his crew pulled through the McDonald’s...
Family Believes Their Cat Sent Them Another Cat Before Heading Over the Rainbow Bridge
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! When a cat passes, they will often linger to give you a message. You have to look carefully and watch for the sign. It could be a hunch, a picture in the newspaper that catches your eye, or a feeling that you should go out for a drive. They are trying to fill the empty space in your heart that they know their passing has left. This has happened several times to us. We have always adopted...
Crazy Cute Special Needs Boxer-Mix Needs Rescuing After Nearly a Year of Shelter Life
A sweet boxer mix under the age of 3 has been waiting patiently for a forever home for nearly a year now, and he’s over it. You see, shelter life doesn’t exactly agree with most pets. While some do better than others, Marco desperately wants a forever home. To top it off, since he’s been there, Marco has experienced some seizures, but the episodes are currently well-managed with the right medications. Due to this, Marco will need a family committed to his health and keeping up with his routine. In return, he has huge amounts...
Could Your Pet Be PetSmart’s First-Ever Toy Tester in Chief? They’re Hiring!
Is your pet crazy about toys? Do they stamp their little paws and come unglued when you bring home a bag of goodies to play with? Are they over the top for plushies or squeakies? If this sounds like your furry BFF, then PetSmart might have a side gig for them. It was recently announced that the pet supply giant is looking for two toy testers to bring on presumably for quality control. Photo: Pixabay/AlainAudet PetSmart The announcement came that it’s seeking one talented feline and one talented canine to fill two newly-created roles...
Rescue Dog Inca’s Past May Be a Mystery But His Future Can Be Yours
The Incan people are known for their historical contributions to religion, architecture, and complex road systems. Well, this Inca is a dog, so he has no use for any of those things. Well, that’s not entirely true. He does have use for the road systems since he’s looking for a ride out of PACC! Inca is one of Pima Animal Care Center’s longest-stay pups in Tucson, and he is ready to hit the road with you today! While his name conjures up images of ancient civilization and advanced culture, this handsome guy has plenty to...
An Anti-Aging Pill is in the Works for Dogs! Could it Eventually Help Us?
One of the hardest parts of pet ownership is knowing that our fur babies will not live nearly as long as us. Each time we are faced with the loss of a beloved pet, it edges us a little bit closer to saying that we cannot take on another cuddle bug that we will have to say goodbye to before we’re ready. Losing animals can be just as hard for many people as losing a person because they truly are like our family. But that may be changing as scientists investigate a drug for longevity in dogs! Photo: Pixabay/PublicDomainPictures Loyal for...
Craft Beer Brings People and Pups Together
Second Chance Beer Company’s main motto is “Seize a Pint, Save a Pup.” That’s because this small, independent craft brewery in San Diego, California, is dedicated to helping rescue dogs. The brewery was co-created in 2015 by CEO Virginia Morrison and her husband, master brewer Marty Mendiola. Animal welfare is a big element of the company and something that the two are very passionate about. “When we talked about opening our own brewery, we knew giving back would be a large part of our ethos,” Virginia...
The ONLY Dog Treats Formulated for Your Dog’s Temperament (Try the Pet Health Assessment Today!)
Discover how Eastern Food Therapy and the right ‘temperature’ dog treats can improve your dog’s temperament and well-being. You already know how important it is to feed your dog clean food that’s right for the body. But what about food and treats that are right for your dog’s temperament? When you combine Eastern Food Therapy and modern nutrition science, you get food that balances and nourishes both! Eastern Food Therapy and Your Dog Eastern Food Therapy (EFT) is a 5,000-year-old approach to diet that uses food...
