Is It Possible For A Dog To Get Sunburned?
There is nothing quite like spending a day in the sunshine. It’s a great way to relax or perhaps to get a little active and work off some pent-up frustration. It’s also something that we enjoy sharing, so it’s not unusual to take our furry best friend along with us for a day outdoors. This may leave us wondering, is it possible for a dog to get sunburned? Absolutely it is! In fact, there are some signs that can let you know that your dog has had too much time in the sun and that it is time to take action. Perhaps their skin...
Why Do Pets ‘Cross The Rainbow Bridge’ When They Pass Away?
We may face a lot of difficult times in our life, but one of the most difficult for a pet owner is when the pet falls asleep in death. They had been such a big part of our lives for so many years and it stings more than most people realize when it happens. Any pet owner knows that it’s not simply a matter of moving on and getting another pet, it’s a real grieving process that we go through. Of course, if you have other pet owners or animal lovers in your life, they will show some compassion but they may be at a loss for words that...
Pit Bull Mama Rescued From The Freezing Cold Along With Her 6 Pups
The weather can get quite cold in Oklahoma City, especially in the middle of February. Nobody knows this better than a pitbull mother and her six puppies who were abandoned outside in the cold weather. The dogs were begging for help when officer R. Jenny was passing by on his patrol. He found the dogs in an alleyway, confined in a kennel, and abandoned in subfreezing temperatures. It was a cruel and cowardly act by someone who obviously doesn’t have a love for dogs. The issue was brought up on the Facebook account of the Oklahoma City...
Severely Abused Dogs Get New “Leash” On Life Thanks To You
Animal shelters are a safe haven for homeless, abused, and neglected dogs. Staff spend countless hours rehabilitating and caring for each dog, and the process is so much easier if they have the proper tools. Learn how your clicks on the Animal Rescue Site and shopping at the Animal Rescue Site Store helped give Benjamin and Franklin, two severely abused dogs, a new “leash” on life. Hearts Alive Village in Las Vegas rescued two dogs who were terrified of people and shaking with fear due to repeated abuse and neglect. They cowered...
Ryan’s Memory
This story was originally shared TheAnimalRescueSite.GreaterGood.com. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! My late daughter Ryan had been on me to get her a dog forever, as we had to go to PetsMart every Saturday to pet the dogs. I finally relented in February of 2006, and we brought home one of a litter of five from an outing at the rescue. PHOTO: Ed C. Sadly, Ryan passed away only three months later, but her new puppy brought some joy to her life… a life that had not been...
Austin Is First City In Texas To Ban Cat Declawing
The Austin City Council unanimously approved an ordinance last week to ban the declawing of cats. Austin is the first city in Texas to take action against the “cruel and unnecessary practice” and spent the past two years consulting with veterinarians, residents, and New York officials – who banned declawing in 2019. The ordinance bans declawing of cats for aesthetic reasons but still allows vets to surgically remove the claws for medical conditions. Photo: Pexels The City of Austin shared the good news on Twitter, “No...
Pets across the US are returning home thanks to the No Place Like Home Challenge
The No Place Like Home Challenge is halfway over and the success stories are already in. Over on Maddie’s Pet Forum, several Challenge participants have been sharing what’s been working for them. Please, share your successes and ideas, too! While the Challenge is a fun competition, the ultimate goal is to get more pets back home. Carla M Stroud, Shelter Director at Tri-Lake Humane Society in Saranac Lake, NY, detailed a story about the adventurous cat Moo Moo, who slipped out of his...
Woman Uses Kindness To Convince Man To Surrender His Neglected Dogs
A woman used kindness to convince a man to give her his severely neglected puppies and their mama. The Frankie, Lola and Friends dog rescue got a call about some neglected dogs in Los Angles, California. One dog, the mom, was chained with a heavy chain and severely underweight. Her puppies were living in filth and neglected alongside her. When Lisa arrived at the man’s house to investigate, she was pleasantly surprised that he eagerly let her onto the property. However, what she found was disturbing. The condition of the dogs,...
Pet Owner Issued Warning After Their Dog Died After Playing In A Lake In Texas
A pet owner issued a warning after their “mysteriously” dog died just minutes after playing in Belton Lake in Texas. More dogs in the area have been reported dead for unknown reasons after swimming in the lake. When Delaney Presley took her 6-month-old dog, Koda, for a play-date at the lake, she had no idea the tragedy that would follow. Minutes after playing in Lake Belton, located 10 miles west of Temple, TX, Koda began to seize and grow weak. Presley recognized something was seriously wrong and immediately began the 11-minute...
Dog Rescue Purchases 46-Acres To Build A Rehab Dog Sanctuary
A dog rescue purchased a 46-acre farm to build a rehab and sanctuary for the rescue dogs. Locals are upset about the dog sanctuary, believing the sanctuary will cause noise pollution from the barking. After months of fundraising, Dogs 4 Rescue finally purchased a 46-acre farm as the site of their new sanctuary and rehab center. The UK-based rescue uses a unique “kennel free environment,” according to their website. Because they don’t use kennels and allow the dogs to have space to roam, they need an ample amount of space for...
Dog Alerts Owner To Man Who’d Fallen Through Icy Pond And Saves His Life
A man was taking a walk with his dog when the dog alerted him to a man struggling in a nearby icy pond. Thomas Walsh was enjoying a walk with his 5-year-old German shepherd, Diesel, like any other day. The Massachusetts-based duo was circling Quarter Mile Pond between the towns of Stoneham and Medford. Suddenly, Diesel picked up on a cry for help. According to the Stoneham Fire Department, Diesel alerted his owner to the cry for help and Welsh was able to locate a 22-year-old man in a life-threatening situation. Photo: YouTube/WCVB Channel 5...
19 Cats, 3 Dogs Rescued From Michigan Home Deemed “Unfit for Living”
Some animal lovers can fill a home full of pets and care for them all; but in many circumstances, a house full of animals without adequate care can quickly spiral out of control. Whether caused by mental illness or other circumstances, this was the case for a Port Huron, Michigan couple in early March of 2021. Animal control and police worked together after receiving a tip about several cats, dogs, and even a raccoon all living in a small home with two adults. A warrant was drafted, for “animal cruelty/hoarding,” and, according to...
“Fido Bags” Help First Responders Save Two Dogs From Burning Home
Sometimes, even the most heartbreaking tragedies have a silver lining. In July of 2020, four dogs and a cat in Colleton County, South Carolina were killed when the motorhome they were being transported in caught fire. Several other people and pets were injured as well. They were on their way to a dog show. The incident inspired the Fetch Foundation, which calls itself a “unique 501c3 non-profit organization creating programs that save pets lives,” to donate “Fido bags” to Colleton County Fire-Rescue teams in the hopes...
Deaf And Blind Dog Is Reunited With Her Grandpa After A Year Apart
When we bring a dog into our home, we are doing more than adopting a pet, we are adding a member to the family. In many cases, it is not only the household that keeps the pet but it is also an extended family that falls in love with the dog and considers them as much family as a son, daughter, brother, or sister.’ That was the case with Bitsy, a five-year-old dog owned by Hayden Kristal. Bitsy is a special dog because she was born both deaf and blind. Hayden’s father, Steve, had strong feelings for Bitsy after she left to move in...
Texas Pets Alive! Celebrates House Bill 2510 by Rep. Noble to Help Animal Rescues Across Texas
Mar 15, 2021 AUSTIN, TX – Texas Pets Alive!, Austin Pets Alive!’s advocacy arm, is excited to announce that House Bill 2510, introduced by Representative Candy Noble (R-District 89), will ensure no nonprofit animal rescue will have taxes imposed on adoption fees. HB 2510 is a companion bill to SB 197, filed by Senator Jane Nelson (R-District 12). Texas Pets Alive! works to promote and advocate for those rescue and shelter organizations that save the most at-risk companion animals in Texas, understanding that rescues across the...
Rescued Dog Reunited With Owner 13 Years After He Was Stolen
Thirteen years ago, Conner, a rescued Yorkie from Tennessee, had the perfect family. His loving dog mom, Karen Fox, was also a veterinarian. Karen’s husband, Timothy, spent every evening lovingly brushing Connor’s fur. But the dog’s idyllic life was shattered when somebody driving a red pickup truck snatched the 3-year-old dog right out of his front yard. Karen and her teenage son (who’d seen the dognapping occur) took off in pursuit of the driver, but the red truck slipped away with their beloved dog inside. The...
Please Don’t Shoot Me
This story was originally shared TheAnimalRescueSite.GreaterGood.com. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! I heard about Ollie from my son-in-law. The people that had him had abused and neglected him to the point that he was almost dead so they were just going to take him out and just shoot him. My heart went out to this little teacup Yorkie. PHOTO: Jaynee When I went to see him he was laying on a dirty old towel in their garage with no food or water. It was the middle of summer and...
Police Officer Rescues Injured Bald Eagle From Busy Interstate Off-Ramp
Bald eagles are usually seen near large bodies of water, but an injured eagle found itself on a busy interstate off-ramp in North Carolina. Officer Kostka with Raleigh Police responded to a call about an injured bald eagle spotted at Interstate 540 and Aviation Parkway. Photo: Pixabay He found the bird 15 feet from the edge of the road. The caller remained in the area observing the eagle from afar until help arrived. The bird was upright but unable to fly. According to ABC11, the officer wrapped the injured eagle in a towel and brought it to...
Senior Shelter Dog Finally Finds Forever Home After Spending Over 6 Years In Texas Shelter
It is said that good things come to those who wait. After waiting six long years in a Texas shelter, a senior dog named Baby Girl has finally found her forever home. The Black Mouth Cur mix arrived at the Winnie Berry Humane Society of Angelina County in 2014 and has spent half of her life in the shelter. She was adopted out a few times but returned shortly after due to “frightening the visitors”. Photo: Facebook/Winnie Berry Humane Society of Angelina County Staff believe she was abused as a young pup and that is why she is so...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Maddie’s Candid Conversations, pet transport discussion and more!
Below is a brief round-up of new blog posts and resources we’ve added over the past week. Save the date: Maddie’s® Candid Conversation with Ed Jamison on March 23 at 12p PTJoin us for a brand-new series of open, informal 30-minute conversations and Q+A with various DEI leaders, hosted by our own Mary Ippoliti-Smith. Learn and be inspired by each speaker’s journey promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their daily work. Come away with ideas to keep more people and pets together through respect and...
