Owners Surprised When Their Pet Chicken Hatched A Duck
During the pandemic in April, Vermont couple Caleb and Courtney Sugarman decided to keep themselves busy by getting a few ducks. Then, a few months later, they were gifted Silkie chickens from one of their friends. As they explained to the Vermont TV station WCAX, they were very surprised one day when they discovered that one of their chickens was sitting on top of a duck egg. Both Caleb and Courtney were surprised with how the chicken got a hold of the duck egg, but they figured that they would “just kind of let her be.” By...
The 10 Most Dangerous States For Wildlife Collisions
If you live in the United States, you probably depend on a car to get around. But although driving is often the quickest (and sometimes only) way to get from point A to point B, operating a vehicle also rife with safety hazards. These risks are even higher in certain U.S. states where moose, deer, coyotes, and other wildlife share highways carved out of their natural habitat. Now a new study has revealed which U.S. states are most prone to wildlife collisions based on 10 years of data from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway...
Woman Viciously Attacked While Feeding Homeless Cats
Maria Salete Ouverney makes a modest living as housekeeper, but this extremely kind woman still uses whatever she earns to feed the feral cats living around her Oakland Park, Florida, neighborhood. Unfortunately, the 63-year-old woman was about to learn that generous acts aren’t always rewarded in kind. The Florida woman was feeding feral cats living in an alley behind a McDonald’s when she was viciously attacked by a man who beat her so badly she wound up in the hospital. Photo: Flickr/Brian Evans According to the victim’s...
Our Fabulous Faye
Faye is a German Shepherd about 12 years old we believe. She was living in the backyard of her home and was in very poor condition when we discovered her. She was ate up with fleas, crippled with arthritis and both eyes were terribly infected and she was blind from never having any medical care. PHOTO: Barbara Gilpin We asked the owner if we could take her and the other dog that lived there to the Vet and get them some help. The old lady didn’t care and we did our best to care for the two dogs all summer with good food, flea meds and...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Enter your SAC data, join us for a webcast and more!
Below is a brief round-up of new blog posts and resources we’ve added over the past week. Enter your Shelter Animals Count 2020 data now!We are more than halfway done with January, so you know what that means. It’s time to enter your Shelter Animals Count (SAC) 2020 data! Enter your January – December 2020 data now and enter to win part of $20,000 in grants for your participation. The deadline to enter your data and qualify for a… Learn More Register now for Weekly International CallsMaddie’s Fund hosts an...
Entire Herd Of Elephant Celebrate Of Newborn Calf Moments After Birth
When a group of travelers went on a safari in South Africa, they were in for a very special surprise. Going on a safari is an incredible experience in and of itself. You get to see gorgeous, majestic creatures in their natural habitat and get a glimpse into their world. When you visit any foreign country, it’s an opportunity to learn about different cultures and experiences. These tourists got to do just that. Most people don’t get to see wild elephants on a daily basis, let alone see a wild elephant give birth! It’s...
Friends Rescue A Tiny Kitten, Later Discover It’s Actually Europe’s Most Endangered Species
When 32-year-old Pete MacNab went for a walk in the Scottish Highlands, he expected to get some fresh air. He didn’t know that he and his friend, Piotr, were about to rescue a critically endangered animal. The men were strolling through Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park when they noticed a flock of sheep standing over what looked like a tiny stray kitten. As the pair got closer, the sheep scattered, allowing MacNab and his friend to see the kitten was nearly frozen to death in the snow. Photo: GoFundMe “The animal was in a...
Woman Flies From Pennsylvania to California to Adopt Special Needs Dog
This story was originally shared in the Clear the Shelters Adoption Story Challenge on ShelterChallenge.com. Create your own free Shelter Challenge account and vote for your favorite shelter or rescue group to win cash and prizes. Every time you vote we’ll give an extra donation to shelters! Hiya, I’m Oso! I’m 3-months-old, and a very nice lady saved me from the side of the freeway and brought me to SPARC! It’s really called Santa Paula Animal Rescue Center, but I like SPARC better! My owners never came to get me so I...
Shelter Volunteer Falls in Love with Sweet Rescue
Isla’s story was originally shared in the Clear the Shelters Adoption Story Challenge on ShelterChallenge.com. Create your own free Shelter Challenge account and vote for your favorite shelter or rescue group to win cash and prizes. Every time you vote we’ll give an extra donation to shelters! Nyla came to South Bend Animal Resource Center as an owner surrender. She had been found and they tried keeping her, but she did not fit in to their home. So, they brought her to the shelter. She is a beautiful girl, with a lot of energy,...
They Found a True ‘Diamond in the Ruff’ When Rescue Sophie Arrived
Sophie’s story was originally shared in the Clear the Shelters Adoption Story Challenge on ShelterChallenge.com. Create your own free Shelter Challenge account and vote for your favorite shelter or rescue group to win cash and prizes. Every time you vote we’ll give an extra donation to shelters! In the shelter world, sometimes you really don’t know what to expect, or what not to expect! In August, we received this little toy breed from a family that could no longer care for her. We knew under all those mats that we would...
World Turned Upside Down
I didn’t want a dog….They’re harder to care for than cats and we didn’t have a fenced yard. Hearing a vehicle stop on our country road, I looked up to see a van turning around in the gravel lane. The back door opened and a dog jumped out. PHOTO: Robin She turned to look for the owner but they suddenly shut the doors. This van sped away with the dog running as hard as she could to keep up. I started chasing too so I could get a license plate and also protect the dog. The van got away and this poor dog gave up the chase...
Saving Archimedes – A Truly Special Cat
In 1987, I lost my 17 year old cat to old age. She was the same age as me – we’d grown up together and I was devastated. 6 months later I persuaded my mum to let me have another kitten and wasted no time in contacting my local RSPCA to adopt. About 3 weeks later they called me and said they had a kitten & I could come and see her, but that she’d been seen by 5 people already & not adopted because she was terrified. PHOTO: Emily Once I got there, I was led into a room & a cage with 6 kittens in it. I was alarmed;...
New Zealand Issues Month-Long Road Closure To Protect A Sea Lion And Her Pup
For some New Zealanders, the commute along John Wilson Drive might get diverted after the Dunedin City Council made the announcement last week that they’d be shutting down a section of the road that is between the Dunedin golf course and the Pacific Ocean. The reason for the closure? A mama sea lion just had her pup and the city council wants to ensure the safety of both mom and baby. As the city council explained on Facebook: “We’ve closed John Wilson Ocean Drive to vehicles for the next month to allow some special...
Dog Limps Everywhere To Show Sympathy For His Injured Owner
When Russell Jones broke his ankle, his friends and family were quick to rally around him. But nobody seemed to show their empathy for Russell’s situation quite like his beloved dog, Bill. Bill, who is normally quite a lively pooch, started to develop a limp. Russell’s wife, Melissa, noticed the limp and began to get concerned that something was wrong with the dog. Doing what any good dog owner would do, Russell and Melissa made an appointment and took Bill in for a check-up. Photo: Instagram / billy_limping_lurcher Much to their...
Confused Cat Tries To Figure Out How Memory Foam Works In Hilarious Video
This story originally appeared at Shareably. Watching our pets try to figure out our everyday household things is a treat. You’d never be able to stop laughing at their silliness. Just like this dumbfounded cat after putting his paws on the family’s memory foam mattress. A cat and a memory mattress According to Newsflare, it was laundry day at Mike Bowers’ home, and the bed had been stripped of its sheets. Just like any cat in the world, this one loves diving into soft beds and claiming it as his own. Of course, without...
Chihuahua Goes Viral For His Bizarre Bark
One chihuahua on TikTok has gained a following of over 6 million followers. The 11-year-old dog named Pudgywoke, Pudgy for short, became popular thanks to his attitude and unique sounds. He even garnered himself a catchphrase, as he distinctly barks, “owa owa.” His barks are frightening to some but that’s only because they haven’t been given the chance to get to know this awesome guy yet. Just wait until you get to meet him! Photo: Instagram / pudgywoke “Pudgy is a very sweet and loving dog even though his image...
Man Jumps Into Freezing Water And Breaks Through The Ice To Rescue Drowning Dog
In the north of England, there is a park where a drama unfolded recently. It happened when a dog fell into an icy lake and was drowning. The Yorkshire Evening Post reported that Darcy Pell, a 31-year-old from the area, saw a “dog in need.” Although he doesn’t consider himself to be a hero, anybody who has seen what he did at Pontefract Park would beg to differ. Photo: Facebook / Paula Town The article talks about how he smashed onto the ice, grabbed the dog, and swam back to the edge of the lake. Photo: Facebook / Paula Town...
My Beautiful Tripod
Missy was 4 months old when I rescued her from the County Animal Shelter. Full of life and a hand full. PHOTO: Tammy Moore I lived on almost 3 acres so she had plenty of room to explore. But the 3 acres weren’t quite enough for her and she would want to chase the critters outside the fence and jump it or dig underneath. Daily, I was replacing the fencing or patching the holes she would dig to get out. Went as far as installing an electric fence. Her fur is so thick that it didn’t penetrate deep enough to phase her. On New Years...
Billions Of Brood Cicadas Set To Emerge In 15 U.S. States After Spending 17 Years Underground
A deafening hum, which can reach up to 100 decibels, is going to fill the air this spring in the eastern United States. People who suffer from Entomophobia, an extreme fear of insects, are being warned that this coming May and June billions of brood cicadas, known as Brood X, are expected to emerge across the U.S. after spending 17 years underground. This brood last emerged in 2004 and will reappear in 15 U.S. states this spring as soon as the ground warms above 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Photo: Pixabay Brood cicadas, which are black, orange and...
Heartbroken After Her First Dog Passed, This Dog Mom Never Thought She’d Adopt Again
Beau Walter’s story was originally shared in the Clear the Shelters Adoption Story Challenge on ShelterChallenge.com. Create your own free Shelter Challenge account and vote for your favorite shelter or rescue group to win cash and prizes. Every time you vote we’ll give an extra donation to shelters! My family was devastated when we suddenly lost our 13 year-old lab baby girl, Bella, to nasty cancer that we didn’t know about. When I tell you that she was the perfect dog, I’m not just saying that. She was literally the...
