Pelican Blown Off Course By Storm Survives Hypothermia And Frostbite After Being Rescued In Connecticut
A juvenile brown pelican was blown off course by a storm and ended up in Connecticut in desperate need of help. On January 27, an unusual bird was spotted by a CT Audubon Society member who contacted the state’s conservation officers. The brown pelican spotted on the icy Connecticut River was rescued and brought to a local rehab clinic, A Place Called Hope. Pelicans are never seen this far north and are not built to withstand the freezing temperatures and snow. These large birds reside along the southeastern coast of the United States,...
Surgeons Use Buttons To Stabilize Cat’s Jaw After Dog Attack
We realize that the love/hate relationship between dogs and cats has been going on for as long as they both have been around. It sometimes makes for a lively debate, but unfortunately, there may also be times when an animal crosses the line and attacks another animal. This is what happened in Massachusetts when a seven-month-old cat was taken to the Angell Animal Medical Center, which is operated by the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA). On January 20, Juicebox the cat was attacked by a dog that shared his...
Senior Dog Reunited With Family After Disappearing Days Before Hurricane Harvey
Fortune didn’t favor the Koster family when they moved to New Caney, Texas, in 2017 – just days before Hurricane Harvey struck. But the category-4 storm wasn’t the only misfortune to befall the Kosters that year. Shortly after their move, the family’s Schnauzer/terrier mix Maddie also went missing. “We had a friend here to help me unpack and we think she went out with my friend because we looked for her after that point and couldn’t find her,” Maddie’s owner, Rachel Koster, told KPCR2. Rachel...
Therapy Dog Wally Gets Straight A’s From Kids On His First Day Of School
It’s kind of amazing, really, everything that therapy dogs can do. They help comfort hospital and nursing home patients. They encourage firefighters and emergency room doctors and nurses. And their cool, calming demeanor can help soothe classroom anxiety and boost test scores and learning in schools. When Hammonton Middle School in New Jersey introduced students to their new therapy dog, Wally, teachers could see their students instantly relax. “He came into my second class of the day, and you could just see their faces just lit...
Fisherman Catches ‘1 in 30 Million’ Yellow Lobster And Donates It To Marine Science Center
As we explore the depths of the sea, and learn more about the creatures that call it home, it’s no surprise that we are continually making new and exciting discoveries. Some are huge, such as the newly discovered “Rice’s Whale” in the Gulf of Mexico. Others are less than two pounds but no less impressive, like Banana, the yellow lobster! PHOTO: FACEBOOK / UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND Banana and her vibrant yellow shell have surprised even the experts. In 2017, the New England Aquarium estimated the odds of a lobster being...
Dog Appears To Walk Through A Wall In Optical Illusion Video
Dog lovers can think of a million reasons to love their furry pets, but none is so compelling as their ability to make us laugh, scratch our heads in bewilderment, and surprise us — sometimes all at once! Rarely are these moments captured on video, but sometimes we get a lucky glimpse at the creative ways that dogs can change the way we see the world. One such moment was posted on Reddit’s r/opticalillusions, where users share “old and new optical and visual illusions.” In the four-second video, shared by user...
Stray Dog Survives Being Hit By A Car And Rescuers Give Him A Home
This stray dog was recently seen dragging itself down the street, and of course, people wanted to know why. The poor animal seemed to be in a great deal of pain, which clearly had something to do with it. There is something about seeing animals dealing with sorrow that makes us want to cry ourselves. The poor pup had been struck by a car before the video was taken and was in need of help. There are a number of street dogs in Costa Rica who go through these types of scenarios every day. They do not always have someone there who is willing to...
Dog And Sheep Play An Adorable Game Of Hide-And-Go-Seek
Annabelle and Boomer may not seem to be the likeliest of friends but they have struck up quite a kinship. Annabelle might be a sheep, but don’t tell her that! She has convinced herself that she is actually a dog and it’s too cute. Who wouldn’t want to live as the doggies do? Their lives seem so fun and carefree, and that’s exactly how Annabelle is. Photo: YouTube /ChickensintheRoad She’s the bounciest, liveliest sheep we’ve ever seen and she knows how to keep up with her dog friend Boomer! When...
See How These Food Banks Are Putting Your Feed Thy Neighbor Contributions to Good Use
One out of every four American children is currently struggling with food insecurity. During the pandemic, job losses and other financial tragedies have caused thousands of families not to be able to afford food, many for the first time. The burden on food banks and pantries has been increasing quickly. These organizations are straining under the extra pressure of the increased food insecurity among Americans this year while, at the same time, there has been a decline in donations for such causes. They need our support more than ever before....
The Day Zoe Saved Me
I was a property manager for a company that would send me to different locations they owned to “clean up” when they were having problems. In other words, get out the riff-raff, drugs, etc. The company sent me to a mobile home community that was in pretty bad shape. I immediately went to work cleaning up which involved quite a few evictions. I had succeeded in evicting one such problem tenant but when they left they intentionally caught their mobile home on fire. PHOTO: FLICKR.COM/sf-dvs When the fireman came to put out the fire,...
A Purr Saves A Life
In August 2009, I saw a tiny, injured kitten where I work. One leg was very swollen and she smelled of the dumpster she lived near. Little did I know, the smell was from more than the dumpster. But when I picked up this tiny, colorful bag of skin and bones, she was purring like mad. I couldn’t leave her to die. PHOTO: Amy B. When I left work, I had a little box holding a tiny kitten sitting up and looking around at her world. Off to the vet to find the one pound, six week old kitten had a dislocated elbow that was terribly infected. The...
Dog Wants His Dad’s Attention, So He Makes His Own Megaphone
This story originally appeared at Shareably. There’s no denying the fact that dogs have a great life. They’re pampered with food, walks, and attention on a daily basis, and pretty much every human thinks that they’re the most adorable thing on the planet. Dogs are well aware of this unconditional love that humans have for them, and they will do just about anything to get the attention of their owners. To a dog, attention and affection are two of the most important things. So when one dog’s dad wasn’t paying him...
Join CARE for a webinar series celebrating Black History Month
All this month, Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) is hosting weekly talks with a panel of African American professionals where they will discuss the issues they face inside and outside of the animal welfare industry. This week Logan Ryan, founder and CEO of Ryan Animal Rescue Foundation and New York Giants Cornerback, and Akisha Townsend Eaton, Senior Pro Bono Manager at the Animal Legal Defense Fund, will speak about Diverse Workforce Creates Unique Solutions on Thursday, February 11 from 7 to 8...
Rescue Puppy Named ‘Chunky Monkey’ Goes Viral For Falling Asleep During The Puppy Bowl
For many, “the big game” is synonymous with the Super Bowl. But to millions of us dog lovers, it’s all about the Puppy Bowl! This year’s Puppy Bowl XVII had plenty to offer: Hosted by Martha Stuart and Snoop Dogg, the event followed 70 adoptable puppies as they participated by playing tug, chasing each other, and gradually nudging the ball towards the end zone. Their teams, Team Fluff and Team Ruff, lit up the scoreboard, but it wasn’t all about the points and plays: One pup was able to steal the show without so...
Island Community Comes Together To Find Deaf Senior Dog That Had Gone Missing
Sage is a 14-year-old golden retriever who is beloved by all. When he went missing from his home in Lopez Island, Washington back in January, his owner was distraught. Jane Albrecht, Sage’s owner, took to Facebook to share the news. Time was of the essence to find him as Sage has special needs. In her post, she wrote, “LOST DOG!! My Golden Retriever Sage is missing! He became disoriented after a seizure Friday night and disappeared from our home near Richardson on the south end of Lopez. He is a friendly 14-year-old Golden in good...
Louis the Abandoned Runt
My mom’s friend mentioned there was a group of feral cats running through her neighborhood and one of the cats had a runt in her litter that she abandoned. The runt was being abused by other cats and even a few cruel neighbors in the neighborhood. PHOTO: Anonymous When my mom and her friend found him he was weak, dehydrated, and malnourished. He was covered in fleas and gnat eggs and had an open wound on his neck. Some of the neighbors guessed the gnats had gotten under its skin and there was talk among them trying to figure out a cheap...
Golden Retriever Lost In Snowy Wicklow Mountains For Two Weeks Is Rescued By Hikers
A family in Ireland experienced a miracle when their dog missing for two weeks in Wicklow Mountains National Park was found alive by hikers. Erina O’Shea Goetelen and her family headed to the mountains for a hike with their two dogs, Harley and Neesha. “They were let off the leash so they could have a bit of freedom, roll around in the snow and explore. They were heading back down, and they said they should put them back on the lead. But a deer popped out and the two of them [DOGS] bolted after the deer,” she told East Coast...
Thousands Sign Petition To Save Steer That Escaped Slaughterhouse And Is On The Loose In Rhode Island
Local police and Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are working together to try and catch a steer running for his life after escaping slaughter. The roughly 1,500-pound steer escaped on Thursday from a slaughterhouse and is still on the loose in Johnston, Rhode Island. The large animal has been spotted wandering the streets, but continues to evade capture. He was last seen entering a wooded area where police lost sight of him as they waited for proper transportation. Johnston police urge residents to keep their distance...
This 9/11 Budweiser Commercial Only Aired Once Nearly 20 Years Ago During Super Bowl XXXVI But Remains An Iconic Tribute To Our Nation
Clydesdale horses have been associated with Budweiser beer for decades, but in 2002, the brand used them in a touching tribute to American values, and a legacy few will forget. This particular Budweiser commercial ran during Super Bowl XXXVI, when the St. Louis Rams faced the New England Patriots. Former President George H.W. Bush and football legend Roger Staubach took part in the coin toss before the game started. Hours later, the Patriots had clenched the championship title with a 20-17 win over the Rams. Source: YouTube/michaelyork0The...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Return to Home huddles, Petco Foundation grant opportunity and more!
Below is a brief round-up of new blog posts and resources we’ve added over the past week. Join us for 8 great huddles!Throughout the month we are hosting eight huddles that focus on Return to Home practices. While these huddles are meant to be used as part of the No Place Like Home Challenge preparation, anyone can participate and learn more about Return to Home (traditionally known as Return to Owner).… Learn More From Adoptimize: Return to home technology that we loveDid you know that 1 out of 3 pets goes missing at some...
