A kitten who was found in the cold at a college, decided to seek affection one day after his life was saved. Westley the kittenGinny @poetheblue Earlier this week, Ginny, a foster carer and a TNR (trap-neuter-return) rescuer, was contacted about a kitten needing urgent help. “Some workers at the nearby college cafeteria were dumping
(Picture Credit: Achmed Amzar / EyeEm/Getty Images) I am convinced that sweet puppy breath is nature’s form of Love Potion No. 9. Once exposed, you become intoxicated and powerless to do anything but reschedule your life so that you can spend as much time with your new puppy as possible. Days pass and you feel
A man kept a kitten company all the time until she felt better, and ensured happily ever after for her and her sister. Foster Dad kept Sam the kitten company until she felt betterLaura @fosterkittyfamily Sam, a grey kitten, and her siblings came to Mini Cat Town, an animal rescue in San Jose, California, as
Bogey’s surgery required a three-week hospital stay, but the results were worth the long stay—Bogey is a visibly happier bird. Image courtesy of Exotic Avian Sanctuary of Tennessee (EAST) For many hundreds of years, medical science has slowly advanced to its current state of remarkability. Even so, science is consistently working hard to get further
A kitten was ready to leave the storm drain life with his brother and emerged from hiding one day. Ralphie and Red Ryder the kittensCoastal Bend Cat Rescue Last month, a physician from Corpus Christi, Texas discovered a pair of kittens living in a storm drain behind their hospital. They had seen them without a
(Picture Credit: dimid_86/Getty Images) There are many types of aggression in dogs, but perhaps none are more concerning than aggression directed toward humans. Human-directed aggression can be extremely dangerous, not just for a person who might suffer an injury, but for the dog who might get put down due to their aggressive behavior. While genetics
image courtesy of Echo Bonaire is a small island in the Caribbean, just north of South America’s Venezuela. It is one of the native homes to the yellow-shouldered parrot (Amazona barbadenis). This Amazon is considered vulnerable to the threat of extinction, and their numbers are dwindling in other countries. But in Bonaire, their future is
A kitten who was 10 days old, held onto the hands that helped her as she turned into a fluffy, happy purr machine. Clove the kittenBaby Kitten Rescue Clove the kitten was just 10 days old when she arrived at Baby Kitten Rescue (in Los Angeles, California), in desperate need of help. “She was found
(Picture Credit: Ирина Мещерякова/Getty Images) One of the main reasons people surrender their dogs to shelters is unwanted or destructive behavior from their dogs. These can include aggression, excessive barking, escaping, chewing and digging, or any number of other behavioral issues. However, with a bit of training, most dog parents can reduce or eliminate these
Webinar: Ask the Vet with Tom Tully, DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), DECZM (Avian) Date: Friday, February 25, 2022 Time: 12:00 pm PDT (double-check your local time with this time zone converter) Join us for a FREE, live, interactive webinar hosted by Laura Doering, former editor of Bird Talk magazine and Birds USA magazine. Our special
Webinar: The Grey Way: The Healthy Grey – Keeping Your Bird Healthy & Happy Date: Friday, February 18, 2022 Special Time: 12:00 pm PST (double-check your local time with this time zone converter) Join us for a FREE, live, interactive webinar hosted by Laura Doering, former editor of Bird Talk magazine and Birds USA magazine.
Webinar: Avian Vet Insider—Cardiovascular Disease in Pet Birds Date: Friday, February 11, 2022 Special Time: 11:00 am PST (double-check your local time with this time zone converter) Join us for a FREE, live, interactive webinar hosted by Laura Doering, former editor of Bird Talk magazine and Birds USA magazine. Our special guest, Dr. Stephanie Lamb,
A kitten who was born in a backyard, decided he needed cuddles one morning and a place of his own. Dave the kittenMarlene @five_furry_friends An orange kitten was found in an abandoned car in a backyard of a house. A kind lady named Julie was caring for him until the weather was about to become
Training will benefit any dog! (Picture Credit: RobertoDavid/Getty Images) Training is the best investment you can make in your relationship with your dog. But first, you’ll need to learn how to communicate what you want in a way that your dog will understand. All dogs will benefit from training. It goes beyond learning tricks that
A kitten ran up to a man and jumped in his arms when he found her under a car, and decided to follow him around. Lily the kittenDan About a month ago, Dan of Aspen Hill Exxon (in Maryland) was on his way to the bank (in the Layhill Shopping Center) when he was stopped
Food aggression is dangerous for both dogs and their humans. (Picture Credit: Tatyana/Getty Images) Who owns the dog food in your house once it hits the bowl? Does Rover run you out of the kitchen when he is eating dinner? What happens if you need to take away a tasty bone or chew? If food, bones,
A cat is so happy to have a couch to sleep on after roaming the streets and living under a staircase for years. Ferdinand Bullion the catChatons Orphelins Montréal A stray tabby cat had been wandering the streets of Montreal, braving many harsh Canadian winters over the years. A gentleman noticed the elusive feline and
Proper leash training can prevent pulling and injuries. (Picture Credit: Teamjackson/Getty Images) Pulling on the leash is a common problem, hence the old “Who’s walking who?” joke. And many of us unknowingly perpetuate it by letting ourselves be dragged along like a hooked fish. So how do you stop it? First, stop rewarding the behavior.
photo courtesy Farmington High School Aviaries are found in many places including zoos, rehoming and rescue centers, and colleges. The purpose of an aviary is to provide as natural an environment as can be attained for the birds housed within them. For rescue and care facilities, aviaries give a comforting world to a neglected, unwanted,
A kitten who came in a box left outside in the cold, formed the cutest bond with an orange cat. Tucker and RowanCindy @foster_kittens Last fall, Superhero Animal Rescue (in Rexburg, Idaho) was notified by concerned citizens about a box of kittens that had been left on the porch at the adoption center. “It was
Crate training has a lot of benefits for dogs! (Picture Credit: SolStock/Getty Images) New pet parents often have a lot of questions when it comes to crate training their dogs. It’s important for a lot of reasons. A crate can keep your dog safe while you’re away, reduce destructive behaviors, and help with housetraining among
With some training, your dog can stay calm around skateboards. (Picture Credit: Westend61/Getty Images) “How can I keep my dog calm around skateboards?” It’s a frequently asked question among dog parents. Many dogs go wild — barking, lunging, pulling on their leash — at the sound or sight of a skateboarder. That can be stressful for you,
A kitten who was done with outdoor life, decided to sit on the driveway of a home until she was taken in. Sweetie the kittenPrecious A stray kitten was found sitting on the driveway of a home, completely exhausted, as if she had trekked a long way for help. She was just skin and bones
(Picture Credit: Philippe Gerber/Getty Images) One of the thorniest issues a pet parent may face is introducing another dog or puppy into the family. A dog who has had the house and family to themselves may not welcome another dog in their “den,” and may resent having to share his family’s attention. The initial meeting
A kitten who needs constant company, has convinced a porch cat to come inside the house to hang out. Garfield the kitten@kittenkonnoisseur A little orange and white kitten was found by a Good Samaritan and brought to Firehouse Animal Health Center in Leander, Texas. He was covered in fleas and ear mites, and had a
Make sure to train your dog for good walking skills. (Photo Credit: Shutterstock) Forging ahead is the biggest problem when walking adolescent dogs on-leash. Dogs pull on leashes for a variety of reasons. Many adolescent dogs pull on their leashes because they were allowed to pull as puppies. Once the leash is tightened, your dog
Most of the time, our parrots find the tasks we present to them interesting, if challenging, and they really seem to enjoy doing the various trials. They carefully watch us set up the equipment; Griffin will often start asking for a reward (“Wanna nut!”), both to signal us to hurry up and about his readiness
Two kittens who were found crawling on a gravel road, are now getting plenty of hugs and a chance to run and jump. Salem Friends of Felines A few months ago, two tiny kittens were found abandoned on a hot gravel road by a kind-hearted neighbor who couldn’t stand the thought of leaving them in
Family cats and dogs helped bring a tiny kitten back to life, after she was found at three days old. Fiona the kitten and Ethel the pupKelsey Minier A 3-day-old kitten, Fiona, was brought to IndyHumane (an animal rescue in Indianapolis, Indiana) as a singleton, desperately needing help. She weighed just 82 grams, the size
A kitten ran into a backyard for a snack but landed himself the perfect happily ever after instead. Spruce the kittenLittle Wanderers NYC Alexa Elliot, a rescue volunteer of Little Wanderers NYC, has been caring for the community cats in her area—feeding them, providing shelter, and getting them spayed/neutered. A feral cat showed up one
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