Kitten Born Special Finds Perfect Family to Cuddle After They Rescued Him and His Siblings
A kitten who was born with special needs, found the perfect family he always wanted. @sheldonthunderpaws Two months ago, Texas Special Needs Pets (in Houston, Texas) was contacted about a tabby kitten needing rescue. A shelter in Centra Texas was in the midst of a panleukopenia outbreak, and the tabby along with his two siblings […]
Kitty-Cam Shows Group Of Cats Reacting To An Earthquake
Early Thursday morning, this group of cats was sleeping at home in Taiwan when their peaceful slumber was suddenly interrupted. That was the moment a sizable 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck. But, as you’ll soon see, they played it surprisingly cool. Credit: Facebook/小跑貓嗚嗚 The cats live with their owner Pei-Yu Kuo in an apartment in New Taipei City. Kuo has […]
More Than 600 People Flocked to Milwaukee for the 2019 Audubon Convention: “Audubon for Everyone”
Over a long weekend in July, more than 600 college students, conservation leaders, chapter members, scientists, and birders from throughout the hemisphere gathered in Milwaukee for Audubon’s biennial convention. Designed to bring together the organization’s robust network of volunteers and staff, the 2019 Audubon Convention, themed "Audubon for Everyone," was a four-day event designed to foster […]
Unanimous Support for the America’s Transportation Infrastructure Act
On July 30, the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee unanimously voted to advance the America’s Transportation Infrastructure Act of 2019, which contains the PROTECT program—Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation. This new grant program will help communities and states take steps to make transportation infrastructure more resilient in the face of […]
Texan Mama Dog Does It Bigger – Gives Birth to 20 Puppies
They say everything is bigger in Texas. For one pregnant mama dog in Tyler that goes for litters of puppies, too. Image Lynn Marsh Harty Facebook Luna is a heeler lab mix who was picked up by Smith County Animal Control on a county road in Winona. It was obvious that labor was going to […]
Cat Rescued from the Streets, Won’t Leave Her Kitten Who Looks Just Like Her
A stray cat was rescued from a sad situation with her kittens — she became very attached to one of her babies. Vivian Schwartz Angel the calico cat was found in a neighborhood of Pompano Beach, Florida. Vivian Schwartz, a local animal rescuer, worked with volunteers from Furry Friends Adoption to get the cat mom […]
Woman’s Phone Accidentally Texts Out What She Says To Her Dog
Sending a text is usually pretty easy. But, last week, one woman learned that multitasking while texting — especially when a dog is involved — can lead to some embarrassing results. Ashlee Bradford was hanging out in her bedroom, responding to a text from her friend, when her 12-year-old dog Brucey waltzed in the door. Though Brucey is almost […]
Stray Dog Adopted By Police Loves To Help Them Practice Their Pat-Downs
This is Chato — a cheerful dog who was recently “hired” by a police department in Peru. But things weren’t always so good for him. Credit: Capy Veterinario A few months back, Chato was just another homeless pup, searching the streets for food, shelter and affection from strangers. That is, until he happened upon until […]
New Plan for Bears Ears National Monument Draws Fire over Tree-Clearing
When President Donald Trump in 2017 shrank Bears Ears National Monument by about 85 percent, tribal leaders, conservationists, and outdoor recreationists were aghast. The redrawn boundaries cleared the way for oil and gas drilling on once-protected land, they warned, and left out gravesites, artifacts, and other cultural resources held sacred by local tribes. Now those […]
7 Crucial Things to Consider Before Giving CBD Oil to Dogs
If you follow natural health, you’ve likely heard of the exploding popularity of CBD oil for dogs. However, with its popularity comes a plethora of low quality sellers looking to make a quick buck. We put together this buying guide to help you choose a product that will make the most impact on your dog’s […]