An Animal Rescue Sparks Hope for a Cat with Terminal Cancer
Cancer isn’t only deadly to humans. Sadly, animals are also prone to the disease — pets are no exception. If left untreated, the tumor could further develop and cause severe physical changes. The diagnosis is as devastating as with humans. For this reason, pet parents are required to check with their vets if symptoms start to show. Your dogs and cats can survive if the cancer is only at the early stages of development. Photo: TikTok/catsofsanbernardino In California, it was reported that a stray cat was found in poor condition in...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Weekly Community Conversations, Online Instructor-Led Courses and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. The Humane Education Online Instructor-Led Course is back! Apply todayAre you an animal well-being professional looking to expand your shelter’s reach and engage with new community members while generating additional revenue? A humane education programs allow you to do all of these things with the added benefit of creating a more compassionate community! You’ll learn everything you need to know in the upcoming Online… Learn More Apply now:...
Bibi, the 23-Year-Old Hippo, Gives Birth to a Baby Boy at a Cincinnati Zoo
World-famous hippo Fiona, who’s been hand-raised at the Cincinnati Zoo, now has a baby brother! Her mother, Bibi, recently gave birth to a bouncy baby boy who weighed double more than Fiona when she was born. Photo: YouTube/Newsweek “We’re just happy that the calf is healthy. The sex didn’t matter much to the hippo team, but it will be interesting to observe and compare the behavioral differences between a hand-raised girl and a mom-raised boy,” said Christina Gorsuch, Cincinnati Zoo’s director of animal...
After the Tragic Loss of Her 9 Puppies, Labrador Wants to be a Good Mom to Lone Tiny Survivor
“There’s no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one.” by Jill Churchill Motherhood is an exciting event for many of us. And not just for humans, but for animals as well. Photo: Tiktok/labbylaughterndoodles We delight and marvel at the life that develops within us, growing delicately each day until it is time to bring this new creation into this world. For human parents, it is the most precious miracle. A tiny, breathing baby that makes you feel complete and fulfilled. And even though animals cannot...
Reasons That Might Make You Stop Buying a Retractable Leash
Strolling with your dog has got to be one of the most therapeutic activities for humans and dogs. You can do it daily, especially if you live in an area where it is safe to walk around. Engaging your dog in walking is essential as it has certain health benefits. Dog walking can improve fitness, lowers blood pressure, reduces stress, and strengthens muscles and bones. The activity can also help your dog familiarize itself with the outdoors. For this reason, their socialization skills are trained as well. Photo: PxHere With the help of a leash,...
Terrified Puppy Found Living Outside Learns How To Trust Again
When Kita’s owner passed away, she was left to fend for herself on acres of property outside. Even though she was just a puppy, she was all alone and had no one to care for her. Eventually, help arrived in the form of Cross Your Paws animal rescue. They were alerted to Kita’s situation and knew they needed to step up and help. Rescuers found Kita “soaking wet and terrified” on the property. They had to use a cage to trap her because she was so afraid of people. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo It was clear that Kita would need...
Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Adopt Rescue Beagle From Mass Breeding Facility
A rescue dog named Mama Mia is getting her happily ever after and living out her golden years in royalty after being adopted by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The 7-year-old beagle was one of the 4,000 beagles rescued from a Virginia breeding facility. Mama Mia was used for breeding puppies at the facility, and her puppies (if they survived) were cruelly taken and sold to laboratories for experiments. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition It was a horrible life to live, but after being rescued, Mia’s life quickly went from rags to riches....
Community Comes Together To Give Dying Dog One Final Snow Day
A Bernese Mountain Dog was treated one final day in the snow before she peacefully passed away, and it’s all thanks to the community of Calgary in Alberta, Canada. The dog, Brooke, lived with her owner and her owner’s boyfriend (who goes by u/canadianbuilt on Reddit). The boyfriend quickly came to be Brooke’s best friend and they did everything together for the past four years. Sadly, the sweet pup was given a devastating prognosis at the vet and her family knew they didn’t have much time left. Photo: Pexels/mali...
Dogs Have A Blast Going Down Their Own Twisty Outdoor Slide
Going to the park can be a lot of fun and one of the best parts is finding a twisty outdoor slide to go down. Who says dogs can’t have fun too? It’s not just children who love twisty outdoor slides though, dogs do too! At least, some dogs do. Take the pups that live with Xiaoshuai, for example. Photo: YouTube/Xiao shuai jia de da langgoumen In a video posted on Xiaoshuai’s YouTube channel, you can see his pack of pups sliding down their very own outdoor slide and loving every minute of it! The first dog to go down is a large...
Golden Retriever Refuses To Go To The Groomers
Much like people, all dogs are different and they each have their unique quirks and personalities. With that comes individual preferences, likes, and dislikes. Some dogs enjoy playing fetch, while others would rather lounge around. Some dogs love getting wet while others refuse to go out in the rain. And some dogs love going to the groomers while others will fight it tooth and nail. A golden retriever in California falls into the latter category. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog A dog owner spotted the golden retriever outside a Petco building near...
Rescue Goats Eat A Wheelbarrow Full Of Tomatoes
A tribe of rescue goats has gone viral for the adorable way they eat tomatoes! The goats live at Rylee Ranch with all the other rescue animals on the farm and they’re often treated to delicious meals of fruits and vegetables. Corey and his partner started the ranch back in February of 2018 after buying acres of land. The first day they moved onto the land, they took in their first rescue animal. Photo: TikTok/@ryleeranch Since then, their ranch of rescues has grown exponentially and is home to traditional farm animals like cows, pigs,...
10 Dog Breeds That Love the Water
On a hot day, a cool dip in the pool or a lake can be just about perfect. For certain dog breeds, a cool dip sounds just about perfect in most circumstances. Which dogs want to “just keep swimming, just keep swimming”? Read on to find out! Chesapeake Bay Retriever PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / VINCENT Chesapeake Bay retrievers are good hunting companions, as they were bred to dive into cold water in the Chesapeake Bay to retrieve ducks. Even if you’re not doing any hunting yourself, this breed is ready to dive on in anyway. They...
Best Country & Southern Dog Names
Picking a name for your newly adopted dog can be a challenge. There are endless options, but most people will either choose a name based on something they love or one that fits the dog’s personality. Is your dog a cowboy at heart or do you have a charming Southern belle? Maybe you love western movies and country music. If so, keep reading for some great name suggestions or just to discover some really neat pet names. Photo: Pexels/Adam York Rover, the world’s largest network of pet sitters and walkers, searched through their...
Paw Damage: Heat and your dog’s paws
If you’re a dog owner the first thoughts that come to your mind when summer rolls around are long walks with your favorite companion, road trips and just exploring the great outdoors. You want to take your four-legged friend with you everywhere you go, but did you know that some of these excursions may not be as fun for your dog as they are for you? Being out in the summer heat can actually cause damage to not only your dog’s skin but to its paws as well. How heat can hurt your dog’s paws What many people...
All You Need to Know about Elbow Dysplasia in Dogs
Finding out that your dog has elbow dysplasia can feel absolutely devastating. Elbow dysplasia in dogs is hereditary, abnormal development of the elbow joint causing malalignment of the forelimb bones. Even if you don’t know exactly what elbow dysplasia looks like in your dog, you likely know that it’s incurable and can greatly impact your dog’s life. Understanding which dogs are more susceptible to elbow dysplasia, as well as symptoms, diagnostics and treatment options, will help you identify what’s happening with...
From Champ to Chomp: Dog Takes Time Out from the Spotlight to Taste the Simple Things in Life
With almost half a million followers on Instagram and prestigious awards for being a golden champ, Kevin sure is a celebrity! But this golden retriever does not let fame go into his head. He remains down-to-earth, lovable, and dedicated to his duties like making coffee for his fur mom and inspiring her to smile when the day is not that bright. His fur mom is very special to Kevin who has supported him all the way in every dog show. He is the light of her life, her pride, and her doll. Well, sort of a doll, who dons a cute costume every...
Woman Refuses to Stop Walking Rottweiler After Neighbors Say He’s a ‘Threat’
Certain dogs breeds get a bad rap because people assume they’re violent. This includes pit bulls, German shepherds, and Doberman Pinschers. Another unfairly judged breed is the Rottweiler, and a young woman who owns one says she’s had some pushback from neighbors. In a popular thread on the AmITheA**hole subreddit, user jaywearsblack said she adopted a Rottweiler last year because she lives alone and enjoys night walks and doesn’t want anyone to hurt her. She said she trained Draco as a puppy and he doesn’t bark or act...
Cat Born With Deformed Legs Looks Like A Giant Spider
A cat born with malformed legs has found a forever home and a growing fan base thanks to his unusual leg deformities. Aries was born to a cat at a rural shelter and because of his deformities, he was lucky to survive at all. According to American Humane, an estimated 71 percent of cats that enter animal shelters are euthanized (including kittens). Photo: YouTube/We Love Animals Being a deformed kitten born into a rural kill-shelter is a likely path to being euthanized, but Aries got a lucky break when he was taken in by a local animal rescue....
After Woman Goes Into a Nursing Home, Foster Ensures She Can Keep Seeing Her Cat
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! I volunteer for a rescue that takes in and re-homes pets that have been left behind when someone dies or goes into hospice or a nursing home. Most of them are traumatized, sometimes neglected due to the condition of the previous owner, lonely, and scared. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ALINE DASSEL One kitty, Sweetie, came to us after her mommy went into a nursing home. She was old and rather...
Meet Wally, An Emotional Support Alligator Running For America’s Favorite Pet
It’s not uncommon to hear about people’s emotional support animals. Dogs are a popular choice among ESA owners, but it’s possible to have other animals fill the role of an emotional support animal as well. ESAs range from dogs to bunnies, I even went to school with a girl who had a chicken as an emotional support animal (it stayed with her in her dorm room!). Have you ever heard of an emotional support alligator though? If you haven’t, it’s because you’ve never heard of WallyGator before! Photo: YouTube/60...
