May 28, 2013:
Pets are known to be human's best friend. We've found them to be a source of comfort, companionship, and even a friend who experiences life's struggles with us. From cancer to diabetes, not only have they been there for us when we've been diagnosed but they can develop these conditions as well.
May 9, 2013:
The owners of a collection of wild animals essentially abandoned them, leaving it to animal rescue groups to sort out the mess and find new homes for all the big cats.
Apr 30, 2013:
Staff from The Animal Rescue Site and GreaterGood.org will be at the world's largest animal care expo to introduce new programs and sign groups up for the next Shelter Challenge.
Apr 1, 2013:
It's contagious. It crosses species lines. Is it dangerous? Well, only if you're headed out of the door and late for an appointment. It's bellyrubitis!
Feb 28, 2013:
The Colorado Department of Transportation is working with local animal rescue groups to safely deport prairie dogs from a construction site.
Feb 2, 2013:
Once Punxsutawney Phil and brethren decide to emerge, how do you keep them out of the flowerbeds safely?
Dec 7, 2012:
With over 130,000 signatures and counting, several Take Action! Campaigns are tackling the emerging threat to America’s gray wolf population.
Nov 21, 2012:
An internal web cam allows people a close-up glimpse of a litter of four lion cubs.
Sep 28, 2012:
Individuals adopting a dog from a shelter are much more likely to be happy with their experience than consumers who purchase a dog from a pet store.
Aug 9, 2012:
$31,150 raised toward our goal of $50,000 to help shelter animals. Meet Montana, and the kids who love her.
Jul 26, 2012:
Living with Wild Neighbors in Urban and Suburban Communities: A Guide for Local Leaders offers advice on how to solve problems without resorting to poisoning, trapping or killing animals.
Jul 25, 2012:
Trains running through India's Rajaji National Park threaten the local elephant herds...but this video shows a way to peaceful co-existence.
Jul 18, 2012:
Thhe Humane Society of the United States' workshops explain this successful technique for humanely resolving conflicts with coyotes.
Jun 15, 2012:
A pair of baby bobcats wandered into a backyard, probably attracted by the pool, and needed to be rescued.
May 25, 2012:
An HSUS investigation, lasting from July through November 2011, shows why roadside zoo conditions pose a danger to both the big cats and the public.
May 17, 2012:
To implement a World Trade Organization ruling, U.S. lawmakers potentially could repeal or weaken the U.S. Dolphin Safelabel – a prospect registering protest from leading animal rescue groups.
May 9, 2012:
These days, wildlife isn't necessarily in the wild. Check out this video of urban foxes.
Apr 18, 2012:
A new app for Apple’s iPad and iPhone combines science and technology to help save critically endangered North Atlantic right whales by reducing the threat of collisions with large ships.
Apr 17, 2012:
Canada’s annual seal hunt again stirred up protests from animal rights groups around the world, who pointed out that worsening ice conditions adds to the dangers to the pups and makes a sustainable "harvest" untenable.
Mar 30, 2012:
A group of scientists, animal activists, lawmakers and zoo officials are proposing what seems like a radical solution to the rapidly declining population of polar bears in the arctic - bring more into captivity, The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Mar 30, 2012:
Scientists have been confounded by the rapid disappearance of bee colonies across the U.S. and around the world, but two recent studies suggest that pesticides are playing a leading role in the decline, The New York Times reports.
Mar 29, 2012:
The nearly-human level intelligence of dolphins is well-documented, but new research shows the level of social complexity compares to humans as well, The Daily Mail reports.
Mar 22, 2012:
Few humans have not felt a hint of jealousy of bears because of their natural tendency to hibernate all winter long.
Mar 21, 2012:
Codenamed Operation WORTHY, this crackdown in in fourteen African nations resulted in the arrests of several dozen people and the recovery of more than 250 kilos of raw ivory, lion and leopard pelts, python and crocodile skins, and live birds. Illegal firearms and other contraband also were seized.
Mar 21, 2012:
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of six wild burros in Arizona.
Mar 20, 2012:
A lizard species once common throughout the Hawaiian archipelago is now officially extinct, according to a new paper published in Oryx, the International Journal of Conservation.
Mar 19, 2012:
If poaching of rhinoceroses in South African wildlife parks continues at its current rate, the already-endangered species will be extinct in the area by 2015, AFP reports.
Mar 16, 2012:
Animal rights advocates are up in arms over the recent decision by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that will allow as many as 92 California sea lions to be killed each year in order to protect the Columbia River salmon, which swims in Oregon and Washington, Reuters reports.
Mar 16, 2012:
Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe recently came together to form what will be the largest conservation area in the world, The Associated Press reports.
Mar 16, 2012:
Scientists often find new species at the furthest corners of the globe, but one of the most recent discoveries was croaking right on Staten Island, New York, The Associated Press reports.
Mar 14, 2012:
Dog has long been called man's best friend, but these days, it depends who you ask.
Mar 13, 2012:
A recent study by entomologists at the University of Illinois found that honey bees seem to have distinct "personalities" - some have a stronger desire to seek adventure than others, Wired.com reports.
Mar 12, 2012:
The Obama administration recently unveiled a $33 million bid that would ask farmers and landowners to help save seven rare and endangered animals across the country, The Baltimore Sun reports.
Mar 6, 2012:
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is dissecting the organs of elk to determine how to better help them through severe winters, The Associated Press Reports.
Mar 1, 2012:
Many people know how intelligent dolphins are, but a new study by researchers in the United Kingdom shows that they use unique calls to introduce themselves to other members of their species, Science Magazine reports.
Feb 28, 2012:
As other states in the mid and northwest United States de-list the gray wolf from their endangered species protection lists, one wolf in California draws attention and leaves many wondering what the Golden State will do with the wild canine, Reuters reports.
Feb 23, 2012:
U.S. wildlife investigators recently broke up an international rhinoceros smuggling ring that could save animals from being pawns in what has been an extremely lucrative trade, The Associated Press reports.
Feb 22, 2012:
Once thought to be a deadly, miniature snake, a legless amphibian in India has now been identified as entirely new to science, The Associated Press reports.
Feb 22, 2012:
Four of the five Mexican gray wolves released last October to re-establish the endangered species' numbers have died, The Associated Press reports.
Feb 16, 2012:
Scientists recently discovered one the tiniest chameleons in the world.
Feb 13, 2012:
The risk of infectious diseases has risen among apes, and viruses such as Ebola and others are now among the top threats against these endangered animals, Discovery News reports.
Feb 13, 2012:
Vanesaa Gibson has a Valentine's date. He may be more than 6 feet tall and weigh over 1,000 pounds, but Jack the Alaskan moose is protective of his foster mother, so much so that he doesn't like it when her human boyfriend comes around, The Daily Mail reports.
Feb 8, 2012:
Although dolphin strandings are fairly common this time of year, the members of the Marine Mammal Rescue and Research (MMRR) team at the International Fund for Animal Welfare say they’ve never seen anything like it in the past two weeks.
Feb 6, 2012:
Dog lovers everywhere tuned in to watch one of the most important football games of the year on Sunday.
Feb 2, 2012:
From Massachusetts to Montana, Missouri to Michigan, bird enthusiasts are reporting sightings of the snowy owl, which breeds in the Arctic, Reuters reports.
Feb 1, 2012:
Groundhogs or woodchucks in the garden don't have to be pests.
Jan 31, 2012:
More than 100 dolphins have become beached along the Cape Cod coastline over the last three weeks, with many dying shortly after, CBS News reports.
Jan 31, 2012:
Anacondas and alligators are literally fighting for the top spot in the food chain in the Florida Everglades, wiping out nearly all of the area's native mammals along the way, The Atlantic reports.
Jan 30, 2012:
A number of canine actors are up for accolades at the first annal Golden Collar Awards, a type of Golden Globes for dogs that give memorable performances in feature films.
Jan 30, 2012:
Jim and Donita Clark have owned four capuchin monkeys for 10 years, rearing them and allowing them a meaningful place in their family.
Jan 27, 2012:
California condors face a number of threats that have caused their population levels to dwindle to near-extinction, but a recent study found that lead poisoning is one of the biggest issues these birds face, Oregon Live reports.
Jan 26, 2012:
The gray wolf loses its protection under the federal Endangered Species Act on January 27, and how to classify the canines will be left to individual states, the Ashland Current reports.
Jan 24, 2012:
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) raised its listing of the Sumatran elephant from "endangered" to "critically endangered," spurring the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to warn that the species could be extinct in the wild in less than 30 years unless immediate steps are taken, Reuters reports.
Jan 20, 2012:
The Miller's grizzled langur was thought to be extinct in the wild, but the endangered primate was recently caught on camera by scientists on the island of Boreno in Indonesia, BBC News reports.
Jan 19, 2012:
One of the most endangered turtles in the world was released into the wild in Cambodia this week, The Huffington Post reports.
Jan 18, 2012:
Former NBA player Yao Ming made it possible for six captive-bred pandas to get one step closer to the wild, CBS Sports reports.
Jan 17, 2012:
As divers search for the 29 people who are still missing after the Costa Concordia cruise ship capsized Friday night off the coast of Italy, marine conservationists are concerned about the impact on the resident animals.
Jan 13, 2012:
Animal rescue efforts in the Netherlands are working to save baby seals that were separated from their mothers during the storms that have ravaged the coast in recent months, The Associated Press reports.
Jan 10, 2012:
For a while, it seemed as though Arnold, a pit bull who was abandoned by his family, would never be normal again.
Jan 6, 2012:
Deep in the tides of the Southern Ocean, scientists have discovered a new species of crab that they have dubbed "the Hoff" after David Hasselhoff, CNN reports.
Jan 5, 2012:
A wind-power development company in Oregon may be allowed to kill golden eagles because of a permit by the federal government, MSNBC reports.
Dec 29, 2011:
The year 2011 was the worst in decades for elephants, according to a recent statement by wildlife trade monitoring network TRAFFIC, The Associated Press reports.
Dec 28, 2011:
People in a northeastern village of Bangladesh have had their eyes on Mintu, a dog that just had a litter of puppies.
Dec 23, 2011:
Politicians and human rights activists have been arguing over the border fence in Arizona for some time now, but now wildlife biologists are joining the conversation.
Dec 23, 2011:
Scientists watched as the little brown bat of the Northeast slowly died away by the thousands because of a disease called white-nose syndrome that was caused by an aggressive fungus.
Dec 22, 2011:
Casper the golden retriever was going to be put to sleep because he was born blind.
Dec 22, 2011:
Canada lynx have been spotted in New Hampshire more frequently recently, leading biologusts and conservationists to believe that the endangered wild cat may be making a comeback, The Wire reports.
Dec 21, 2011:
Despite the owner's best intentions, the Animal Shelter of the Wood River Valley and the Idaho Humane Society were called to rescue 18 dogs from her property in Shoshone, Idaho, recently, the Idaho Mountain Express and Guide reports.
Dec 21, 2011:
Baltimore's Animal Rescue and Care Shelter is allowing loving homes to borrow its residents over the holidays, allowing their kittens, puppies and other animals to spend the holidays in the warmth of someone's home.
Dec 20, 2011:
The federal government recently proposed a new rule that would end a loophole in the Endangered Species Act that allows species to be classified differently in neighboring states, The Associated Press reports.
Dec 20, 2011:
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) says that is is being targeted by a group, Humane Society for Shelter Pets, that claims the HSUS is not donating enoug money to local animal shelters, The Associated Press reports.
Dec 19, 2011:
Harp seals are the primary target of Canada's commercial seal hunt, but now that the Russian Federation, Kazakcstan and Belarus has prohibited further import and export of fur from the animals, Canada is under pressure to do the same.
Dec 14, 2011:
The Elvis monkey, a self-cloning skunk and a Limestone leaf warbler are some of the 208 species that were found and described for the first time recently in a new World Wildlife Fund (WWF) report.
Dec 14, 2011:
Crows are in no way endangered or threatened, but they sometimes put smaller, more rare birds at risk.
Dec 12, 2011:
Two rhinoceroses are in critical condition in South Africa after they were dehorned in an attack by poachers, AFP reports.
Dec 8, 2011:
More rescues need horses adopted than ever before.
Dec 5, 2011:
Six Chinese fishermen were charged with poaching endangered sea turtles off the coast of the Philippines recently, The Huffington Post reports.
Dec 1, 2011:
There are a number of governmental regulations in place to protect endangered species, but researchers are working to develop a technological system that gives insight into their lives when humans are not around.
Nov 28, 2011:
After spending decades in scientific laboratories, five elderly chimpanzees were brought to the Chimp Haven sanctuary in Keithville, Louisiana, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reports.
Nov 28, 2011:
Yellowstone grizzly bears will still be protected under the Endangered Species Act thanks to a ruling by the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals recently, the Los Angeles Times reports.
Nov 22, 2011:
Following in the footsteps of California, the European Union is on its way to ban the practice of shark finning, stating that they want to protect the animals, the AFP reports.
Nov 22, 2011:
Marie Colicchia was a happy pet owner who lived with her husband and grown son and their 13 pets until tragedy struck and she lost her entire family, including her animals.
Nov 22, 2011:
The pet food donation that was made by manufacturer Hill's Pet Nutrition to the state's emergency pet sheltering program is being given to Louisiana animal rescue shelters to feed the animals there, The Associated Press reports.
Nov 18, 2011:
Two animal shelters in California may have a better chance of getting their residents adopted out thanks to a new grant from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), the Thousand Oaks Acorn reports.
Nov 18, 2011:
The ludong, the most expensive fish in the Philippines, may be on its way to extinction, according to a recent preliminary study by the National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (NFRDI), The Philippine Star reports.
Nov 17, 2011:
A new game for the iPhone and Android seeks to raise awareness about endangered animals - featuring photos from ARKive and challenging players through a series of facts about endangered species, Gamasutra reports.
Nov 17, 2011:
U.S. soldiers have been reunited with the dogs that helped them through difficult times in Afghanistan thanks to a new program created by the British charity Nowzad Dogs in Partnership with American Dog Rescue, the Daily Mail reports.
Nov 17, 2011:
Veterinarians at SeaWorld have developed a custom-fitting back brace for a female pilot whale at the amusement park that suffers from severe scoliosis, or curvature of the spine, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Nov 17, 2011:
Stray cats that have found a home at the state-run prison in South Florida are in need of news homes now that the Department of Corrections has decided to close the 1,000-person prison, the Palm Beach Post reports.
Nov 16, 2011:
When the Littler family adopted Hercules, a St. Bernard, from a local animal rescue shelter recently, they did not imagine that the dog would save the day.
Nov 16, 2011:
The new Animal Planet show "Saved" is not another show about how people have taken in abandoned and abused pets, saving them from a life of misery and giving them a better life.
Nov 10, 2011:
The marsh harrier breed of hawk has been found to dress itself up as a female during mating, leading biologists to believe that they are seeking an advantage in the mating game, AFP reports.
Nov 10, 2011:
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has declared the western black rhino extinct, the BBC reports.
Nov 9, 2011:
Conservationists are urging Zulu people in South Africa to replace real leopard pelts used in ceremonies with fake ones in order to conserve the diminishing leopard population, NBC Chicago reports.
Nov 8, 2011:
Actress Katherine Heigl recently created a foundation dedicated to helping animals in need and is now aiming to get 5,000 animals adopted from shelters this month, People Magazine reports.
Nov 8, 2011:
Thanks to the work of an animal welfare group and a philanthropic organization, everyone on the World Wide Web will be able to watch as polar bears migrate through Canada, the International Business Times reports.
Nov 4, 2011:
Baby bear cubs are thriving at a wildlife sanctuary in Colorado after their mother was shot by a Colorado Division of Wildlife (DOW) officer in August, KRDO News reports.
Nov 4, 2011:
Officials from the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission discussed a plan that will decide whether or not wolves will become delisted as an endangered species in the state, the Associated Press reports.
Nov 4, 2011:
When an estimated 843,000 gallons of oil spilled into Talmadge Creek and the Kalamazoo River in Michigan last July, no one anticipated that it would take more than a year to repair the damage done, The Battle Creek Enquirer reports.
Nov 4, 2011:
The World Wildlife Federation (WWF) is calling for South Africa to help animals by better regulating laws and permit requirements that are already in place.
Nov 1, 2011:
When Hurricane Irene caused widespread damage along the East Coast in late August, wildlife was affected, too.
Nov 1, 2011:
Young children from a school in Syracuse, New York, formed a club with the goal of ending the Canadian seal hunt, during which the Canadian government allows hundreds of thousands of baby seals to be killed for fur each year, The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reports.
Oct 31, 2011:
Black cats are known as a witch's companion, a bad omen, and a symbol of the devil.
Oct 28, 2011:
The populations of lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs and other big cats have decreased dramatically in the past 50 years and experts warn that they may die out altogether in the next 20 if nothing is done to stop it, USA Today reports.
Oct 28, 2011:
A black Labrador retriever puppy was rescued from the top of a moving train after traveling through nearly four states, MSNBC reports.
Oct 26, 2011:
Wildlife lovers in the northeast may want to plan a trip to the newly opened Wildlife Center in Cameron County, Pennsylvania.
Oct 26, 2011:
A Great Dane named Maddison is in need of adoption, but her forever home must be willing to also care for Lily, another Great Dane whom she is literally inseparable from.
Oct 26, 2011:
When U.S. troops get deployed or put on an assignment overseas, they are often left with the difficult decision of what to do with their pets while they are away.
Oct 26, 2011:
Dogs at animal rescue shelters need plenty of exercise, and the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Angell (MSPCA) has a specially designed scooter for just that reason, The Boston Globe reports.
Oct 25, 2011:
October 22 was National Pit Bull Awareness Day, a time to celebrate the good qualities of the breed that has an unfairly negative reputation, Dogster.com reports.
Oct 25, 2011:
The last known Javan rhinoceros in Vietnam is believed to be dead.
Oct 25, 2011:
When the 11-year-old house cat Zeus came face to face with a mountain lion outside its Boulder, Colorado, home, owner Gail Loveman was there with a camera, MSNBC reports.
Oct 24, 2011:
Dale Anderson, a California native who has a passion for big cats, took his love of wild felines and turned it into a career.
Oct 24, 2011:
Joyce Sanderson is known as the local "dog lady," not for her ownership of the animals but for her rescue of them, the Contra Costa Times reports.
Oct 24, 2011:
After the October 5 oil spill jeopardized the lives of thousands of marine animals off the coast of New Zealand, concerned global citizens have reached for their yarn and knitting needles to help out, The Huffington Post reports.
Oct 21, 2011:
The herd of exotic animals that was set loose in Ohio last week has spurred many animal rights activists and organizations to call for stricter pet laws.
Oct 20, 2011:
The U.S. District Court recently ruled that importing polar bear trophies such as rugs into the United States is illegal, citing that their status as threatened under the Endangered Species Act, GlobalAnimal.org reports.
Oct 20, 2011:
The Center for Biological Diversity released a new report recently outlining the best ways that the federal government can ensure that endangered plants and animal species are protected to the fullest extent under the Endangered Species Act.
Oct 19, 2011:
Animals have been feeling the pain of the poor economy just as much, if not worse, than humans.
Oct 19, 2011:
Computers that were formerly used by the police department in Fort Wayne, Indiana, are now being put to use to help animal control officers more effectively return lost pets to their owners, The Journal Gazette reports.
Oct 19, 2011:
More cases of distemper have been reported among foxes and raccoons in the Bay Area this year than normal, the Contra Costa Times reports.
Oct 18, 2011:
About 150 dogs were rescued from a puppy mill in the Midwest by the Best Friends Animal Society recently, the Associated Press reports.
Oct 18, 2011:
Mechanic Matt Whitehead rescued a red-tailed hawk from the grille of a car that recently came into his shop, Park Place Lexus in Grapevine, Texas, CBS DFW reports.
Oct 17, 2011:
An animal rescue shelter in Lafayette, Indiana, is working to curb the negative stereotype surrounding "bully breeds" in order to match them with the loving homes they deserve, JCOnline.com reports.
Oct 17, 2011:
This year, Judi Leonard will Make A Difference by helping to find homes for senior pets in animal rescue shelters, USA Today reports.
Oct 14, 2011:
Families and individuals decide to adopt pets for a variety of reasons, but the emotional benefits it provides for owners may be one of the best.
Oct 13, 2011:
The commissioners of Manatee County in Florida has adopted a no-kill policy at its animal shelter, influencing other area shelters to take the same measures, Bradenton Patch reports.
Oct 13, 2011:
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune is planning on helping the wildlife in its area survive the winter by setting up food plots to feed animals who need help finding nourishment over the long winter months, the Camp Lejeune Globe reports.
Oct 12, 2011:
Wild horse populations have developed across the American West since settlers brought them to the Americas and used them during Westward Expansion.
Oct 12, 2011:
More than 280 events across all 50 United States will recognize National Feral Cat Awareness Day this week, USA Today reports.
Oct 11, 2011:
Wild animals are beginning to realize that they can adapt city lifestyles nearly as easily as people can, which is causing a major problem in the developed areas of Michigan.
Oct 10, 2011:
Governor Jerry Brown recently signed legislation that makes California the fourth state in the nation to ban the practice of shark finning, the Humane Society of the United States reports.
Oct 10, 2011:
Animal welfare group Born Free USA recently attacked the practice of trapping wild animals with a video showing a number of methods they considered inhumane, The Times Leader reports.
Oct 10, 2011:
The Department of Defense recently spent $30,000 to construct a greenhouse for an endangered butterfly species that has taken up residence at U.S. military base Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state, Treehugger.com reports.
Oct 7, 2011:
Blue whales have recently been congregating at an underwater drop-off outside the Los Angeles Harbor.
Oct 7, 2011:
The National Zoo's conservation center in Virginia recently sent 26 black-footed ferrets to a type of "boot camp" that experts believe will prepare them for life in the wild, the Associated Press reports.
Oct 7, 2011:
Animal shelters across the U.S. have noticed a disturbing trend in pet adoption - a large number of the pets that don't get adopted are black.
Oct 7, 2011:
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) recently announced that it will extend the deadline for high school students to submit their black bear public service announcement videos.
Oct 6, 2011:
It will be easy to adopt a pet from an animal rescue shelter this weekend, as the pet supply chain Petco is helping dozens of local shelters across the nation host adoption events.
Oct 6, 2011:
Adopted dogs can bring joy to the lives of their new owners, but they can also serve a very useful purpose for conservation scientists, according to Treehugger.com.
Oct 5, 2011:
PBS KIDS has teamed up with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to expand the positive message of pet adoption on the show Martha Speaks.
Oct 5, 2011:
October has been named Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month in an effort to increase the number of dogs that get adopted out from animal rescue shelters.
Oct 4, 2011:
People all over the world celebrate animals on October 4 each year, which has been designated World Animal Day, The Boston Globe reports.
Sep 29, 2011:
It's harder to be mean when there is a dog around, and it is also easier to see how maltreatment can affect both dogs and people.
Sep 29, 2011:
After rescuing dozens of pit bulls from two suspected dog fighting rings in North Carolina, Hello Bully, an American pit bull rescue and rehabilitation organization, took 14 in and rehabilitated them. They are now ready for adoption, Cranberry Patch reports.
Sep 28, 2011:
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is conducting an in-depth review to determine whether 374 fresh-water species found in 12 Southern states should be protected under the Endangered Species Act, The Washington Post reports.
Sep 28, 2011:
In honor of World Rabies Day on September 28, agencies across the globe are encouraging animal owners to vaccinate their pets and livestock against the disease to prevent it from spreading among animals and to humans.
Sep 26, 2011:
The Southeast Texas Bear Refuge (STBR) is a place where bears who have been bred in captivity and used in the entertainment or pet trade industry can come to have a chance at life as it should have been for them, the Houston Chronicle reports.
Sep 26, 2011:
When Erica Daniel first met Harper, she was in a garbage bag, about to be thrown away because she was born deformed.
Sep 26, 2011:
Experiments show that cold-blooded species get smaller as the temperature of the climate goes up, according to Andrew Hirst of Queen Mary, University of London.
Sep 21, 2011:
Six kittens were given a second chance at life by none other than a rabbit in New Brunswick, Canada, the Toronto Star reports.
Sep 20, 2011:
Conservationists have hope of curbing the spread of cane toads across Australia after a scientific breakthrough has shown it is possible to trap female toads using ultraviolet lights and recordings of the male toad's call, The Telegraph reports.
Sep 20, 2011:
When pet photographer Teresa Berg decided to volunteer to take new photos of dogs at a local shelter for their online profiles, it resulted in a 100 percent increase in adoptions at the shelter, PopPhoto.com reports.
Sep 19, 2011:
The loggerhead sea turtle has been divided into nine distinct population segments depending on where they live, listing five as endangered and four as threatened, the Los Angeles Times reports.
Sep 19, 2011:
Many people who seek to rescue a dog from a local shelter look for one that is friendly and as healthy as possible.
Sep 16, 2011:
Members of a community in Idaho bid thousands of dollars on a pig so 14-year-old Jasmine Hill could pay the $50,000 bail to get her father out of jail.
Sep 14, 2011:
More than 40 dogs and 37 handlers are working in the Animal-Assisted Therapy Program, at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, a tertiary care center in Rockford, Illinois, the Rockford Register Star reports.
Sep 14, 2011:
The annual Meet a Monarch Festival gave local residents of Montville, New Jersey, a chance to say farewell to the orange and black butterflies that are migrating to Mexico for the winter, the Daily Record reports.
Sep 13, 2011:
The world's largest mammal made an appearance off the coast of Boothbay Harbor, Maine, over the weekend, The Boston Globe reports.
Sep 12, 2011:
New studies have indicated that dolphins "talk" similarly to the way that humans do, using tissue vibrations, Wired Science reports.
Sep 7, 2011:
A young emperor penguin that was found 2,000 miles away from its Antarctic home in New Zealand was returned home safely last week, People Magazine reports.
Sep 6, 2011:
The San Francisco Animal Care and Control agency recently made an announcement that it has never made before: the animal rescue shelter is full and cannot accept any more dog surrenders, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Sep 2, 2011:
The dog of a deceased Navy SEAL that won hearts across the globe in August has been adopted by a friend of its owner on Fort Bragg in North Carolina, ABC News reports.
Aug 31, 2011:
The second season of Montana wolf hunting in the 21st century will begin this Saturday, after several years of heated debate over the species' status as endangered, threatened and plentiful, The Kaimin reports.
Aug 31, 2011:
Nature enthusiasts will now have the names of endangered species at their fingertips with a new app for the Android.
Aug 29, 2011:
While stray animals are a widespread issue in the United States, the populations of stray and feral dogs in developing or third world counties is nearly unimaginable, The National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) reports.
Aug 29, 2011:
The California State Assembly recently passed a bill that would require all pets released from state animal rescue shelters to be implanted with owner-identifying microchips.
Aug 26, 2011:
A pet store chain in Canada recently announced it would stop selling animals at all of its 41 locations across the country, the Huffington Post reports.
Aug 24, 2011:
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, recently adopted a Jack Russell puppy from an animal rescue shelter in London, People Magazine reports.
Aug 23, 2011:
Residents in Portland, Texas, are fighting over whether feeding feral cats near Sunset Lake Park should be banned.
Aug 19, 2011:
Polar bears aren't the only mammals affected by the melting arctic.
Aug 18, 2011:
The only no-kill animal shelter in Pleasanton, California, will be able to stay open thanks to a fundraising campaign that helped it raise more than twice as much as it had hoped, Pleasanton Patch reports.
Aug 17, 2011:
The Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League in West Palm Beach, Florida, has partnered with Pets for Patriots, a nonprofit that connects military veterans with adopted pets, in order to make it easier for local veterans to get a furry companion, the Sun Sentinel reports.
Aug 16, 2011:
A bill passed to prevent illegal trafficking of animals and puppy mills in Connecticut is being criticized by animal rescue organizations for making the adoption of a dog too expensive, Clinton Patch reports.
Aug 15, 2011:
Veterans and dogs are helping each other heal as part of a study at the Research Center for Human/Animal Interaction at the University of Missouri's College of Veterinary Medicine, the Kansas City Star reports.
Aug 12, 2011:
A wild stallion was recently removed from Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland because it was not shy about approaching humans and stealing food from them.
Aug 12, 2011:
While many people know how much dogs can benefit emotional and physical health, a new study suggests that they may improve education, too, by helping children improve reading skills.
Aug 11, 2011:
A California woman who plead guilty to feeding big game in court on Monday will not be sentenced until August 8, 2014, allowing her three years to change her behavior, the Associated Press reports.
Aug 11, 2011:
After being rescued, a 6-week-old orphaned otter found a new family in four kittens that were also orphaned and living at the animal rescue shelter, People magazine reports.
Aug 10, 2011:
Bats have developed a poor reputation over the years through the media, which have reinforced major misconceptions.
Aug 10, 2011:
Putting a child up for adoption is a long, involved process in which birth parents are required to go through legal and psychological counsel.
Aug 9, 2011:
Lynne Chapman of Sale, Greater Manchester, in the United Kingdom didn't see Snowy's deafness as a reason not to adopt her at a shelter four years ago.
Aug 9, 2011:
The Iron County Commission in Iron County, Utah, is trying to lobby political leaders for the right to remove Utah's prairie dogs from commercial places such as airports, cemetaries and golf courses, The Spectrum reports.
Aug 5, 2011:
After rescuing an estimated 30 cats and kittens from a house in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, the local Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) offered free cat adoption for the month of July, the Daily Times reports.
Aug 5, 2011:
Pit bulls have gotten a bad reputation over the years, stemming from their use in the illegal dogfighting ring in the United States.
Aug 4, 2011:
The Cat Protection Society in Eustis, Florida, is desperate to find families for the cats in their shelter, whose number recently grew to an unmanageble size, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Aug 2, 2011:
Seagulls are common on Coney Island, but the recent sighting of the gray-hooded gull, a bird that is native to Africa or South America, drew crowds of people from as far away as Chicago, The New York Times reports.
Aug 1, 2011:
Whale activist and expert Michael Fishbach was traveling through the Sea of Cortez in northwest Mexico over Valentine's Day with family and friends when they thought they saw a dead whale.
Aug 1, 2011:
One famous adopted dog has now been officially commemorated with a U.S. postal stamp.
Aug 1, 2011:
Animal rescuers were lucky to find a group of animals alive after they were left without water for three days.
Aug 1, 2011:
Daisy and Duke, two yellow labs, were brought to a Nebraska shelter after their owners home was foreclosed.
Jul 29, 2011:
Idaho will allow people to hunt and trap wolves, which number about 1,000, until their population reaches 150, Reuters reports.
Jul 29, 2011:
A debate has opened over the endangered status of flying foxes in Australia, as ten horses have died within a month from the hendra virus contracted from the bats, according to a report in Australian Broadcasting Corporation News.
Jul 29, 2011:
Two Royal Mute swans were recently released at Shawnee Park in Xenia, Ohio, the Xenia Daily Gazette reports.
Jul 28, 2011:
Composer and arthritis sufferer, Sherry Widmer, found inspiration from an eagle's plight and wrote a song to benefit them, reports the Democrat and Chronicle.
Jul 28, 2011:
André the gosling has been having a tough time bonding with other geese - instead he'd rather be with his rabbit family, reports the Times Colonist.
Jul 28, 2011:
SeaWorld is standing by its commitment to help save animals in the ocean as it finishes up a new dolphin medical facility next to its park in Orlando, Florida, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
Jul 27, 2011:
A bird rescue center near Newark, New Jersey, has taken on a new visitor - a young bald eagle that was rescued from the Delaware River on July 4th, the Times Union reports.
Jul 27, 2011:
USA Today reports that the blue iguana, considered alternately threatened and endangered, has been making an unprecedented come back after flirting with extinction.
Jul 27, 2011:
Thirty-seven puppy mill dogs have been rescued in the third annual Puppy Mill Rescue, conducted by the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF), reports Hamptons.com.
Jul 26, 2011:
Seventeen years ago, in 1994, the Chesapeake Bay was visited by a manatee that was hundreds of miles from its home in Florida.
Jul 26, 2011:
A lost dog in Bakersfield, California, has been found and may soon be reunited with her owner thanks to a concerned citizen named Earl Vaughn, reports BakersfieldNow.com.
Jul 26, 2011:
Theresa Strader loves saving dogs. The founder of the National Mill Dog Rescue, Strader is a trailblazer in saving dogs from untimely deaths at breeders, giving them a new lease on life, USA Today reports.
Jul 25, 2011:
Coastal German Shepherd Rescue in Lake Forest, California, is looking to have 63 dogs adopted in 63 days, in part to trim its burgeoning dog population of 120 canines, the Orange County Register reports.
Jul 25, 2011:
A new study in the journal Science has weighty implications for those interested in the crusade to help animals at risk, the Washington Post reports. As sharks, big cats and wolves have been on the decline, the effect of their loss is seen at every level of the food chain, both on land and at sea.
Jul 22, 2011:
Wildlife officials in Tennessee recently tranquilized a black bear roaming the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in order to remove a plastic jar that had been stuck on its head for at least three weeks, the Washington Post reports.
Jul 22, 2011:
The Humane Society of the United States reported that it is cleaning up the Yellowstone River oil spill along with Exxon Mobile, the International Bird Rescue and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
Jul 22, 2011:
A new drug may be able to sterilize dogs without surgery, creating a new opportunity to control the dog overpopulation issue that is plaguing America, The Arizona Republic reports.
Jul 22, 2011:
A recent oil spill in the Yellowstone National Park area has concerned local park officials in regards to the wildlife, NBC-affiliate KULR-8 News reports.
Jul 21, 2011:
Most people have heard of a Seeing Eye dog for blind humans, but the case of Daisy and Duke, a mother-son yellow Labrador retriever duo, shows how Seeing Eye dogs can also help their fellow canines, Today's THV reports.
Jul 21, 2011:
Shore News Today reports that the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center received a $1000 donation from the Paws and Claws Society.
Jul 21, 2011:
"Both of us grabbed our phones to take a picture of it. As we fumbled with that, it got up - three hops and it was gone." That's what Don Eastbrook told CTV News Winnipeg after he was working the front desk of a Winnipeg motel and spotted a seven-foot, 200-pound cougar outside on the lawn.
Jul 21, 2011:
Scientists in Malaysia are focusing their studies on the behavior of the Bornean slow loris, a protected species, Agence France-Press reports.
Jul 21, 2011:
In the face of states seeking to remove "threatened species" protections from the polar bear, a U.S. District Court judge, Emmet Sullivan, has re-constituted the animal as still threatened.
Jul 21, 2011:
This July, federal judges, including U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan, have been urged to approve expanded protections for animals that are considered endangered, including the Pacific walrus, the Northern wolverine and the Miami blue butterfly, reports the Fresno Bee.
Jul 21, 2011:
Residents of Louisville, Kentucky, rallied to help when Metro Animal Services (MAS) shelter sent out a distress call to adopt sheltered dogs in danger from an outbreak, reports CBS-affiliate WLKY News.
Jul 20, 2011:
PetSmart Charities is donating $34,320 to the Bend Spay and Neuter Project to help provide affordable canine procedure services to the area of La Pine, Oregon, according to NBC-affiliate KTVZ news.
Jul 20, 2011:
Professors Jason and Jennifer Turner from the University of Hawaii helped a stranded endangered sea turtle as students watched the animal rescue, reports the University of Hawaii newsroom.
Jul 19, 2011:
Six anonymous neighbors of the Four Paws Rescue shelter in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, donated approximately $23,000 to save the organization from having to close its doors, reports NBC-affiliate WETM News.
Jul 13, 2011:
To celebrate 15 years of helping animals find their forever homes, Petfinder.com hosts its first ever "Big Birthday Adoption Event" from July 15 to July 17 with a goal of finding homes for 15,000 pets.
Jul 12, 2011:
Many of the world's missing species live in regions that have already been targeted as priorities for conservation by scientists, easing concerns over global conservation priorities, a new study found.
Jul 11, 2011:
No one will be able to shoot endangered antelopes without individual permits if a rule proposed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service gets passed, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reports.
Jul 8, 2011:
Some animal shelters are cold and sterile, with metal cages stacked in rooms with artificial lighting holding dogs and cats that are released only a few times per day.
Jul 8, 2011:
Backyard squirrels can be troublesome, whether they're feeding on human food, eating seed left for birds or burrowing inside human homes.
Jul 8, 2011:
Seeing baby animals in the yard causes many people to feel a natural instinct to help them and make sure they survive.
Jul 7, 2011:
The PetSmart in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin recently got a new addition, one that will hopefully ease the burden of the Bay Area Humane Society.
Jul 5, 2011:
Animal shelter managers across Idaho cite the economy as the main reason for the influx in animals to their facilities in the past three years, the Magic Valley Times News reports.
Jul 5, 2011:
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) announced that the regal Arabian oryx is facing a brighter future, after nearing the brink of extinction.
Jul 5, 2011:
One woman who has dedicated her life to rescuing dogs recently received the Meritorious Service Award from the California Veterinary Medical Association, the Lompoc Record reports.
Jul 1, 2011:
Sometimes, pet adoption can cost a lot of money.
Jun 27, 2011:
Cat adoption is free this year in Emporia, Kansas, according to a new report from the Emporia Gazette.
Jun 9, 2011:
Many cats are up for adoption and this time of the year is often the busiest for many animal shelters throughout the country.
Jun 8, 2011:
Special discounts at the Bedford County Animal Control Shelter is in effect for the month of June, in order to help celebrate Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month, sponsored by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Jun 5, 2011:
From now until June 30th, many cats are up for adoption through the Carroll Animal rescue organization in Iowa, according to a recent report from 1380 KCIM News.
Jun 4, 2011:
The American Humane Association is helping to celebrate June, the official Adopt-A-Cat Month, sponsored by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Jun 4, 2011:
The number of stray cats in need of adoption is rising and animal rescue organizations are heavily promoting the benefits of adoption, according to a new report from the East Valley Tribune.
Jun 4, 2011:
"Kitten Season" is here and animal lovers are encouraged to look into pet adoption as well as make sure that household animals are properly spayed and neutered, according to a new report from The Independent.
Jun 3, 2011:
The Montgomery County Animal Shelter (MCAS) is receiving recognition for its dedication to animal rescue initiatives, according to a new report from Care2.com.
Jun 3, 2011:
The Medina County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals recently rescued 85 animals from poor living conditions in a Hinckley, CA, home, according to a new report from Cleveland.com.
Jun 2, 2011:
The island of Bu Tinah was deemed a natural reserve in 2001 to help protect the marine wildlife, and awareness among fishermen is so great that locals almost never come into the restricted area
Jun 1, 2011:
There are 32 species of snakes that can be found in the Philippines, which a recent report from Malaya calls one of the "top sanctuaries for snakes" in Asia.
May 25, 2011:
Sissy is a 15-year-old blind horse, who is living at Deer Haven Ranch near Yellowstone National Park, according to a new report from Reuters. She is being helped by goats and sheep who are being called "seeing-eye sheep [and] goats."
May 20, 2011:
There are almost 1,400 endangered species of animals and plants in the United States, according to a recent report from the New York Times.
May 20, 2011:
There are countless ways that teachers can incorporate endangered species into their lesson plans, according to a recent report from the New York Times.
May 5, 2011:
National Pet Week is here! The first week of Mary will celebrate cats and dogs and other animals, and much information can be found at PetWeek.org, where real life pet heroes are showcased.
May 3, 2011:
In West Palm Beach, a Chow Chow mix canine is being featured as Pet of the Week, according to a new report from the TC Palm.
Apr 22, 2011:
"You don't get a reindeer for Christmas. Why would you get a rabbit for Easter?" Wendy Lincoln asks the Daily Reveille.
Apr 20, 2011:
The Abandoned Pet Rescue (APR) has been saving animals since 1996 and will celebrate its 15th anniversary on April 16 at the Police Benevolent Association Hall in Fort Lauderdale.
Apr 19, 2011:
For the first time ever, Congress has removed an animal from the Endangered Species List. Wolves in Montana and Idaho are no longer considered endangered.
Apr 18, 2011:
One hundred and seventeen dogs taken from a puppy mill in late March of this year have been granted to the Animal Rescue Corps (ARC) after a legal hearing, according to the Bella Dog Magazine.
Apr 14, 2011:
A notice filed by two environmental groups, the Western Watersheds Project and the Center for Biological Diversity, indicate that they intend to sue the U.S. Interior Department over a petition to declare bisons an endangered species.
Apr 11, 2011:
Whale watching boat owners are not pleased, but the federal government has stepped in to take a protective stance over orcas in the Puget Sound area, according to ECanadaNow.com.
Apr 11, 2011:
Raoul du Toit is a staunch supporter of the endangered African rhinoceros.
Apr 7, 2011:
Tricia Coates and her boyfriend Eric Munoz have fostered 12 dogs over the last two years, through the Humane Animal Rescue Team, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Apr 1, 2011:
The Environment Minister of India, Jairam Ramesh, has responded to positive results from the newest tiger census in India but at the same time warned about further territorial threats concerning wildlife.
Apr 1, 2011:
The Mason County Animal Shelter in Point Pleasant has 28 dogs and 3 cats still up for adoption, according to My Daily Register.
Mar 29, 2011:
For the past 46 years, snow monkeys have lived in close proximity to humans at the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Nagano, Japan, according to a report by CNN.
Mar 29, 2011:
For an animal to follow another animal's gaze, in order to sense where food is hidden or where danger is coming from, is an advanced mental skill that researchers now say wolves possess, according to a recent article in Discovery News.
Mar 29, 2011:
The Spay/Neuter Industry Professionals (SNIP!) Summit will be held at The Grove Park Inn from March 31 to April 2, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Mar 29, 2011:
Pet owners kept their dogs clean and supported an animal rescue cause through The Bark Ark's benefit dog wash in Mendon, Massachusetts, according to the Milford Daily News.
Mar 29, 2011:
The Equine Rescue League recently saved a horse named Serena with the help of philanthropist Scott Kovak, according to WTKR News.
Mar 25, 2011:
The Safford Memorial Animal Care and Adoption Center, also known as Pine Ridge, will be renovated to better provide facilities and care for its animals, according to the Boston Globe.
Mar 25, 2011:
A new animal shelter in Anderson, South Carolina, is set to open to the public on April 28 and is in need of volunteers and anyone wishing to help in its animal rescue mission, according to a recent report from the Independent Mail.
Mar 25, 2011:
Canine influenza virus can be prevented with vaccines and a new grant from Petfinder.com has enabled the S.A.F.E. Animal Rescue center in Thousand Oaks, California, to better take care of its dogs, according to the Thousand Oaks Acorn.
Mar 25, 2011:
Shoppers at a Port Clinton grocery store in Ohio had unexpected company in the form of a beaver, according to the Mansfield News Journal.
Mar 24, 2011:
An exhausted and muddy spaniel with a silver collar is shown on video footage leading rescuers to a fellow injured canine following the devastating earthquake in Japan on March 11, according to Metro News U.K.
Mar 24, 2011:
Sarge's Animal Rescue group in Waynesville is anticipating the opening of a new adoption center with about 14,000 square feet of outdoor playing area for dogs, according to the Citizen-Times.com.
Mar 24, 2011:
Connery is a tiny owl that is less than 7 inches tall and weighs under 3 ounces, at full size, but he already has a Facebook page that is helping draw attention to animal rescue efforts, according to the Herald Extra News.
Mar 24, 2011:
A couple from Cactus Forest, Arizona, are starting a new animal rescue center called Lakota Ladies Haven Incorporated, specifically aimed at helping small farm animals, according to the Tri-Valley Central News.
Mar 24, 2011:
The Animal Rescue Fund in Muncie, Indiana, was flooded by water and then by love, according to The Star Press.
Mar 23, 2011:
A team of three researchers including Aida Bustamante and Panamanian biologist Ricardo Moreno are working to spread awareness in Costa Rica and Panama about the practice of killing jaguars, according to Discovery News.
Mar 22, 2011:
Whether one has the time, money, desire or simply discarded newspapers, there are multiple ways that one can assist and contribute to animal rescue centers, according to a new report from PetAnim.com.
Mar 21, 2011:
Tonya Moser and Chris Weil run Weil Coyote Siberian Husky & Large Breed Rescue, Inc., an animal rescue program that spawned from Moser's long time love for Siberian Huskies, according to ENCToday.com.
Mar 17, 2011:
Living situation, space, lifestyle and family members are all considerations that should be carefully weighed before making the choice to pursue animal adoption, according to a recent report from the Jamestown Sun.
Mar 17, 2011:
The first ever Mardi Gras-themed event for the Our House of Hope Rescue animal shelter was held in Mundelein, Illinois, and was dubbed "Mardi Pawz," according to the Lake County Sun Times.
Mar 10, 2011:
A Belgian Malinois dog who proved a little bit too energetic for his owners may end up as a law enforcement service dog, according to the Mercury News.
Mar 9, 2011:
Scientists have recently used shark fins to estimate the great white shark population near California, finding that there are only 219 of these sharks left, according to Discovery News.
Mar 8, 2011:
A new experiment from Lampang, Thailand, involving 12 elephants is proving that pachyderms not only understand logic but have at least the same cognitive abilities as chimpanzees and dolphins, according to Discovery News.
Mar 4, 2011:
Despite some controversy and potential footnotes, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) declared on Wednesday, March 2, that the eastern cougar is extinct, according to the Christian Science Monitor.
Mar 3, 2011:
The whooping crane, an endangered animal that has been in the public eye for years, first left its famous breeding ground near White Lake, Louisiana, more than 60 years ago.
Mar 3, 2011:
Tourists in Kings Bay, Florida, have the unique opportunity to observe manatees in their natural environment.
Mar 2, 2011:
The Javan rhino is nearing extinction - environmentalists estimated that there were only 40 of the creatures left in the wild.
Mar 2, 2011:
The Sunshine state is a popular location for sun-seekers and retirees, and it appears that many exotic animals rescued from cruel traveling acts and abusive owners are also flocking to the states many animal rescue centers, reports Tampa Bay Online.
Mar 1, 2011:
A recent report from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources indicates that gray wolf populations in the state are strong, according to The Wausau Daily Herald. The gray wolf numbers in the region have been steadily inclining over the past few years.
Feb 25, 2011:
A new study from the University of Vienna shows that cats have control over their human-cat relationships, much in the same way as human children have a say in how parents take care of them, according to Discovery News.
Feb 25, 2011:
An 11-year-old Doberman in Marco Islands, Florida, was missing for more than 15 hours when residents were alerted to his location by dolphins making loud splashing sounds, according to the United Press International (UPI).
Feb 25, 2011:
An animal rescue in the European Union's future tallest building involved a red fox named Romeo, who was found living atop the 72-story Shard building. The animal had been there for about two weeks, according to MyFox New York.
Feb 24, 2011:
Dr. Alan Rabinowitz, President and CEO of Panthera, talked about how animals saved his life in a recent feature on CNN's Human Factor.
Feb 23, 2011:
The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society has successfully forced Japan's whale hunt to end early, according to CNN News.
Feb 23, 2011:
Zach Skow, the founder of Marley's Mutts, a local animal rescue in Tehachapi, California, will be featured in the March 2011 issue of O Magazine, according to 23ABC, the Bakersfield and Kern County, California, news station.
Feb 22, 2011:
Prevent Homeless Pets, a nonprofit organization, will team with the Benton Franklin Humane Society, Pet Over Population Prevention and numerous veterinarians to support feral cat animal rescue on Tuesday, February 22, according to The News Tribune.
Feb 22, 2011:
A 3 to 4-year-old Plott Hound named Duchess, of the Dunedin Doggie Rescue organization, has been featured on an ABC Action News special, reports the news source from Dunedin, Florida.
Feb 21, 2011:
More than 260 dogs paraded on the streets of Alton, Illinois, some in costume, at the 2nd Mardi Gras Pet Parade on Sunday February 20, according to The Telegraph.
Feb 18, 2011:
According to a new CNN report on shark catching and overfishing, one third of shark species are in danger of extinction.
Feb 18, 2011:
When more than 100 dogs were rescued from terrible conditions in a Chippewa Lake home in early February, the Medina Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) implored residents to help in the rescue effort, reported Fox8.com.
Feb 18, 2011:
A 3-year-old Golden Retriever up for animal adoption will receive stem cell surgery in Marshall Country, West Virginia, according to WTRF News.
Feb 17, 2011:
When 25 lions arrived in the U.S. from Bolivia on February 16, they were greeted by at least one famous American celebrity, reports the Daily Mail.
Feb 16, 2011:
A species of salmon thought to be extinct for the past 70 years has been rediscovered in Japan, reports National Geographic.
Feb 16, 2011:
Craig's Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado, is set to welcome 25 lions rescued from Bolivian circuses, according to NewsCore.
Feb 15, 2011:
Environmental Research Letters recently published a study indicating that wolverines are in danger of losing vast amount of habitat space due to global warming, according to the National Geographic.
Feb 14, 2011:
The Bronx Zoo is offering New Yorkers a chance to contribute to animals as well as give a very unique Valentine's Day gift.
Feb 14, 2011:
In honor of Valentine's Day, Discovery Company's TreeHugger website lists ten animals that are even more loyal and monogamous than humans.
Feb 14, 2011:
Dung beetles, sea dragons, koalas and robins are all animals with courtship rituals not unlike those practiced by humans, according to TreeHugger in a Valentine's Day report.
Feb 11, 2011:
There is a great need for animal rescue in Egypt as thousands of pets become the forgotten victims of recent riots in the nation, reports People Pets.
Feb 11, 2011:
When officials at the Howletts Wild Animal Park in Canterbury, England, could not help a collapsed elephant, even with a forklift, they called the Kent Fire and Rescue Service, according to the BBC.
Feb 11, 2011:
Felicia Frisco of Tampa, Florida, shares a bed with a 100-pound Bengal tiger, according to a recent report from the Huffington Post.
Feb 10, 2011:
The Animal Rescue League of Boston has been busy in the past few weeks, rescuing dogs, a coyote, and now a hawk stuck in the Boston Metro.
Feb 9, 2011:
A promotion for animal rescue in Santa Barbara is highlighting Valentine's Day discounts as well as giving tips to college students who want to help animals.
Feb 9, 2011:
On February 5, the Humane Society of Tom Green County (HSTGC) in San Angelo, Texas, held its annual FurBall fundraiser at the Cactus Hotel, according to the San Angelo Standard-Times.
Jan 31, 2011:
The American Kennel Club (AKC) recently released its list of the most popular dogs breeds in the U.S. in 2010. The Labrador retriever maintained its 20-year run on the top of the list, but there were also some surprises in this year's ranking, according to Reuters.
Jan 31, 2011:
Many biologists and evolutionary theorists have pondered over the peculiar shape of the seahorse. New research indicates that the animal's s-curve figure is the result of evolution that allowed the creature to be a better hunter, according to The Daily Mail.
Jan 31, 2011:
Scientists studying polar bears in an area known as the Beaufort Sea, north of Canada, witnessed one of the animals swimming without stopping for a total of nine days. During this time, the bear traveled more than 426 miles, according to The Daily Mail.
Jan 28, 2011:
The tiger population of Asia could grow to 10,000, triple the current number, if the landscapes of their natural habitat are well maintained, reports a new study published in the journal Conservation Letters.
Jan 28, 2011:
Though he was primarily known for his literature, it seems that Vladimir Nabokov may have been somewhat of a scientist. The author of Lolita was an expert on butterflies, and though his theories about the insects were largely ignored during his life, it appears that he was very accurate, according to The New York Times.
Jan 27, 2011:
A Gorilla at Britain's Port Lympne Wild Animal Park shocked trainers at the facility when he stood on his hind legs, much like a human. It appears as though the ape's ability to stand upright may be hereditary, reports MSNBC.
Jan 26, 2011:
A recent poll conducted but The Associated Press and Petside.com reveals some interesting statistics about pet parents. According to the survey, a surprising 14 percent of animal lovers would choose to keep their dog or cat over their significant other, if given the option.
Jan 26, 2011:
The Chinese New Year falls on February 3 this year, and the impending holiday has some animal rights activists worried. The day will mark the beginning of the Year of the Rabbit, which may encourage some people to purchase a pet bunny without thoroughly considering the time or commitment of owning a pet, according to The Associated Free Press.
Jan 25, 2011:
Lonesome George, a 90-year-old giant tortoise on Ecuador's famous Galapagos Islands, is the last of his kind. Conservationists and animal rescue workers hope to encourage the large reptile to mate in order to keep his species alive, according to NTD Television.
Jan 25, 2011:
Though many have argued that long-distance animal migration may lend to the spread of infectious diseases such as West Nile Virus, a recent paper published in the journal Science indicates that in some cases, the contrary may be true, according to the U.S. News and World Report.
Jan 25, 2011:
A recent study by researchers at the University of Cincinnati indicates that male wolf spiders have a unique method of attracting their mates. The breed of arachnid, found in the eastern U.S. and Canada, adjusts its seduction methods in order to accommodate the surface on which they are trying to woo their mate.
Jan 24, 2011:
The landscape architecture firm Michael Van Valkenburgh and Associates was recently named the winner of a contest seeking experts who could design an animal-friendly highway crossing on Interstate 70 in Colorado, according to the New York Times.
Jan 24, 2011:
Animal rights advocates are warning would-be pet owners to refrain from purchasing micro pigs, small swines that recently surged in popularity. The animals may not make good pets and are often abandoned by their owners, according to the BBC.
Jan 24, 2011:
Though there have been many instances of cats getting stuck in trees, it appears that one feline in Belleville, Wisconsin, is quite happy with his arboreal lifestyle. The 7-month-old kitty named Almond has never left the branches of the tree it calls home, reports the Wisconsin State Journal.
Jan 21, 2011:
A koala joey who has spent the bulk of the last seven months tucked safely inside his mother's pouch recently showed his face to the public for the first time at the Riverbanks Zoo and garden in Columbia, South Carolina, reports WISTV 10.
Jan 21, 2011:
In an effort to curb animal cruelty, China has placed a ban on it's controversial animal circuses. Among other abuses, the shows often allowed audience members to purchase live animals such as goats, chickens, horses and other animals and watch them be fed to big cats, according to the Telegraph.
Jan 20, 2011:
A group of 25 circus lions were recently rescued from where they were being kept in Bolivia. The big cats will be relocated to the U.S., where they will be taken into an environment much more suitable for wildlife, according to CatChannel.com.
Jan 20, 2011:
A dog who became trapped in a narrow space between two walls was thankfully rescued by an animal rescue team from the Riverside County Animal Services (RCAS). The canine is a Shar-Pei mix breed, and was discovered approximately two hours after he had been trapped, according to PeoplePets.com.
Jan 19, 2011:
A chihuahua named Chico narrowly escaped the talons of an owl while he was out for a nighttime walk with his owner. Fortunately, the dog was wearing a jacket that prevented the winged creature from getting a good grip, reports the Northwest Herald.
Jan 19, 2011:
Sparkie, a male reticulated giraffe born on Friday, January 14, is the newest creature at the Bayou Wildlife Park in Dickinson, Texas. His birth is no small matter - in fact, the infant stands at nearly 6 feet tall and weights 160 pounds, according to Texas' KHOU.
Jan 18, 2011:
Former Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell only recently left office, but that doesn't mean he's going to give up working to improve the lives of people in his state. In fact, the politician recently announced that he hopes to create a program that would place animals in need of a home with prisoners who are capable of caring for the canines, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Jan 14, 2011:
A female Brazilian wolf who had been hit by a truck became the first wild animal whose injuries were treated with the use of stem cells. The animal was cared for at the Brazilian National Zoo, according to PopSci.com.
Jan 14, 2011:
Captain Mark Chrun of the St. Louis fire department has found a new friend thanks to a December 16 rescue operation performed by two other firefighters. He and his family are now now the proud owners of Flori, a dog who was saved from drowning in an icy river, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Jan 14, 2011:
A new study has shed some light on the ancestry of the African elephant, Discovery.com reports. The results show that the African savannah elephant and the African forest elephant are actually two different species.
Jan 12, 2011:
It appears as though beavers are more than just adorable creatures - Discovery.com reports that they are also able to restore the natural landscape of rivers, streams and creeks.
Jan 10, 2011:
Medical advancements have assisted humans with illnesses and injuries for years, and it appears as though scientific breakthroughs are allowing pet owners to help animals as well.
Jan 10, 2011:
Those who decide to stay at New York's Algonquin Hotel are likely to meet a rather surprising staff members - a cat named Matilda. The famous tourist location has had a feline act as "Directfurr of Guest Relations" for more than 80 years.
Dec 29, 2010:
The turbulent economy has forced millions of people to surrender their pets to their local shelter, but it appears as though Baltimore-area residents are doing their best to step up to the plate.
Dec 28, 2010:
While holiday revelers were certainly happy to see a white Christmas last weekend, it looks as though the snowy weather turned out to be quite the problem for one animal.
Dec 27, 2010:
A number of bighorn sheep were moved to a wildlife refuge in order to help them reacclimate to their natural habitat, TimesUnion.com reports.
Dec 27, 2010:
Those living in California are experiencing quite the unfortunate weather at the moment. The Golden State is currently facing a record amount of rain, causing local residents to deal with the consequences.
Dec 27, 2010:
It looks as though children aren't the only ones in this world who use toys to foster their imagination. According to CNN.com, a group of researchers has stated that many young female chimpanzees play with sticks the same way young girls often act with dolls.
Dec 20, 2010:
It looks as though a pretty unattractive pooch has finally found a loving home. According to the Daily Mail, Ug, a pup with two different colored eyes, crooked teeth and an off-center jaw, has been adopted by a loving family.
Dec 17, 2010:
It was in 2006 that scientists were alerted to a polar and grizzly bear hybrid. Now, LiveScience.com reports that researchers have discovered scores of further examples of Arctic creatures who are mating outside their species.
Dec 16, 2010:
A Canada goose in Massachusetts got some much-needed help from some kind-hearted people, Boston.com reports.
Dec 14, 2010:
Much attention has been paid to giant pandas, one of the cutest animals considered to be endangered at the moment. However, it looks as though another creature will soon be getting government protection as well.
Dec 12, 2010:
A new video that shows two suffering polar bears has highlighted the current effects of global warming, The Telegraph reports.
Dec 9, 2010:
Great news for those who were wondering about the newborn baby giant panda at the Atlanta zoo. The cub, a male, appears to be thriving after its birth.
Nov 22, 2010:
Animal rescue shelters have seen an influx of pets coming in over the past few months, and although there are people adopting them, older dogs often suffer.
Nov 16, 2010:
There is some great news to report for those who help animals in their free time. According to a recent study, fewer animals are being surrendered by their owners in shelters across the country.
Nov 16, 2010:
Horses are beautiful creatures that tend to suffer greatly when there is an economic downturn and owners are unable to care for them. However, one little girl has stepped in to raise funds for a rescue horse and his stablemates.
Nov 12, 2010:
We often hear tales of humans going the extra mile to rescue our animal friends, but during a recent surfing trip, legendary actor Dick Van Dyke had the tables turned and received some much needed help from a few wild creatures.
Nov 10, 2010:
Three young grizzly bear cubs were rescued by the Northern Lights Wildlife Society (NLWS) after their mother had been killed.
Nov 8, 2010:
Anyone who owns a cat knows that these animals can provide companionship and love for a family. However, new research has shown that felines can provide physical heath benefits as well
Nov 2, 2010:
Scientists have discovered a new monkey species in Northeastern Myanmar that has some interesting features, including a long tail, all black fur and an upturned nose.
Oct 26, 2010:
Big Dad's Big Cat Rescue and Educational Center in Wisconsin has a few tenants who wouldn't necessarily qualify as your average house pets, but they're receiving the needed attention to grow and live in an interesting habitat.
Oct 25, 2010:
A kitten was recently saved by an inmate at the Gowanda Correctional Facility in upstate New York, according to PeoplePets.com.
Oct 19, 2010:
It looks as though animal rescue efforts are cooking up in Tucson, Arizona. According to the Arizona Daily Star, restaurant owners in the area are doing their best to raise awareness and funds for our four-legged friends in need.
Oct 13, 2010:
When Keary Baumgardt first laid eyes on a Jack Russell terrier-Chihuahua mix at the Humane League of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, she knew it was love at first sight and decided to take the lovable pooch home with her.
Oct 12, 2010:
Taking on a pet is a very serious commitment and it shouldn't be taken lightly as thse animals become companions and need care just like children.
Oct 11, 2010:
Phoenix has experienced a lifetime of pain, but the 6-year-old German Shepherd has a new lease on life after being adopted by a loving couple.
Oct 8, 2010:
Actress Maggie Q, star of The CW's Nikita, has been an animal lover for as long as she can remember, and she especially loves dogs with a back story.
Oct 1, 2010:
While it's ideal for a dog to go directly from a shelter to a loving family, that doesn't always happen. Sometimes, in order to prevent the animal from being euthanized, they are put into a foster home.
Oct 1, 2010:
Steve-O may have made a name for himself for his outrageous shenanigans on the former MTV hit show Jackass, but it looks like the guy is leading a laid-back life at the moment.
Oct 1, 2010:
Be prepared to fall in love with Kate Walsh all over again. While the stunning redhead has won audiences over for years on Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice, it turns out she's a friend to four-legged creatures as well.
Sep 29, 2010:
Kellan Lutz may play a hardened creature on the silver screen - he is best known for taking on the role of Emmett Cullen in the Twilight films - but he certainly has a soft spot in his heart for our four-legged friends.
Sep 29, 2010:
While people who hope to adopt a new pet can head to their local rescue center, animal rescue festivals tend to run the gamut during the summer and early fall. Luckily for pet enthusiasts in the Greenwich, Connecticut area, the Adopt-A-Dog's Puttin' on the Dog event was a tremendous success.
Sep 24, 2010:
Several of the world's leading wildlife conservation organizations came together this year to create a report on wild cats and canids, "The Fading Call of the Wild." The report highlights fifteen species of wild cats and canids (which include wild dogs, wolves, foxes, and jackals) in dire need of protection.
Sep 20, 2010:
Actress Lisa Edelstein, star of House, recently revealed that she prefers dogs over puppies, and when the last of her rescue dogs passed away at the age of 18, she was ready to adopt again.
Sep 14, 2010:
As Snohomish County Councilman Dave Somers headed home from work one day last year, a pickup truck pulled alongside him with a dog. Little did he know that the lovable pooch would become his.
Sep 8, 2010:
The Best Friends Animal Society certainly has something to celebrate - the organization just saw the 1000th animal to come through their doors find a loving home, according to NY1 News. The lucky canine was Miley, a 7-year-old schnauzer.
Aug 30, 2010:
The doggone days of summer are almost over, but the sun was shining bright and people were enjoying the weather at the second annual Dogfest, which took place in Hillsdale, New Jersey this past Sunday.
Aug 13, 2010:
It goes without saying that Facebook and Twitter are handy for keeping in touch with friends and relatives around the world, but it looks like the social networking sites are doing a great thing for animal rescue efforts.
Aug 10, 2010:
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) will vote yes or no on August 12th concerning the purchase of a portion of U.S. Sugar Corporation’s lands in the Everglades.
Aug 5, 2010:
Woofstock is a pet adoption and music festival in Tacoma, Washington, that celebrates animals and their human companions, Tacoma Weekly reports.
Aug 5, 2010:
Robert Pattinson may be adored by crazed teenage girls around the globe, but the film hunk currently has eyes for one creature only - a new dog.
Jul 29, 2010:
If looking to add a pet to the family, there are many things that should be mulled over before choosing one.
Jul 28, 2010:
A manatee calf was recently rescued in Daytona Beach, Florida and is now being cared for at SeaWorld Orlando, The Orlando Sentinel reports.
Jul 21, 2010:
A bunch of celebrities put their best foot forward to help animals and raise money for needy dogs, according to The Associated Press.
Jul 20, 2010:
Kellie Pickler, who just got engaged to songwriter Kyle Jacobs, is certainly in love with her hubby-to-be. Still, is looks like she has another special someone in her life - a 10-month-old pup named Tucker.
Jul 15, 2010:
While any breakup is tough, couples who have been co-parenting an animal often have trickier issues at hand
Jul 13, 2010:
Several thousand people showed up for the 12th annual Broadway Barks event, a high-profile animal adopt-a-thon founded by Mary Tyler Moore and Bernadette Peters, according to ZooToo.com
Jul 12, 2010:
Darlene Schroeder is considered an animal's best friend by her friends and family. She is always keeping a watchful eye on the wildlife around her community in Mississippi, The Clarion Ledger reports.
Jul 9, 2010:
People are often advised to head to an animal rescue shelter when looking for a furry addition to their family, but now San Francisco may make the trip to a pet store a crime.
Jun 18, 2010:
Officials performed an animal rescue off the coast of Naples, Florida, after a dolphin, nicknamed The Beast, had become entangled in fishing and anchor lines from a boat, The Naples Daily News reports.
Jun 15, 2010:
Two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank adopted both of her lovable pooches from an animal rescue shelter while on the set of a movie in South Africa, and she couldn't be happier to have them in her life, PeoplePets.com reports.
Jun 9, 2010:
There's no doubt that pets leave a huge imprint (or paw print!) on our lives. Of course, when students leave for college, saying goodbye to dogs and cats can be difficult.
May 29, 2010:
If there's one thing Beth Ostrosky Stern is known for, it's her shock-jock husband, Howard Stern. Still, the gorgeous model doesn't get enough credit for her animal rescue efforts.
May 28, 2010:
One animal rescue team had sky-high aspirations when they attempted to help a special canine.
May 27, 2010:
Say what you will about Kelly Bensimon, star of "The Real Housewives of New York City," but don't knock her animal rescue efforts.
May 13, 2010:
A young screech owl that was found on the side of a road with head and eye injuries appears to be on his way to making a full recovery, reports the Charleston Daily Mail.
May 12, 2010:
A recent poll conducted by the Associated Press has found that more Americans would choose a pet from a shelter rather than a pet store, reports the source.
May 11, 2010:
Land that was once used for mining has been converted into a 10,000 acre sanctuary for some of the world's endangered animals, reports the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
May 7, 2010:
Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart have adopted a dog and her puppies after the pooch had been neglected, reports Boise Weekly.
May 1, 2010:
The Humane Society of St Lucie County, Florida, is holding a weekend-long adopt-a-thon to encourage residents of the area to adopt a pet. The animal rescue shelter is overrun with furry friends in need of a home, and is hoping to find families for their animals as soon as possible, according to the TCPalm.com.
Apr 30, 2010:
People often need motivation to get their butt to the gym, but one survey may prove that dog owners can stay active without it being a chore
Apr 15, 2010:
When a new baby enters the world, its bright, curious eyes and tentative movements are enough to move any onlooker into awe and wonder - even if the little bundle of joy weights more than 250 pounds and has a long trunk!
Apr 13, 2010:
New York City officials are making a concerted effort to get more people to adopt animals by teaming up with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
Apr 1, 2010:
There's no denying a mother's instinct - even if it's demonstrated through the actions of the toy poodle who recently took responsibility for four injured baby squirrels and nursed them back to health.
Mar 30, 2010:
With giant white tusks, a long nimble trunk and enormous, floppy ears, elephants are not often confused with other members of the animal kingdom. But according to new research, it's an elephant's likeness to an all-terrain vehicle that really sets the beast apart.
Mar 26, 2010:
An adored primate in the Tampa Bay area is showing animal control officers that nobody can control his monkey business.
Mar 24, 2010:
Searching for the perfect pet can be a lot like looking for a new significant other. New owners are looking for a pet that they can have fun with, commit to, and watch TV with. And though stepping into your local animal rescue shelter is an excellent way to meet and greet the pool of available pets, a few short visits aren't always the best way to find the perfect pet for you.
Mar 23, 2010:
Ellen DeGeneres almost never misses the chance for a well-placed punch line, but the witty comedienne wasn't cracking jokes when she promoted her new campaign to help find homes for shelter pets.
Mar 19, 2010:
Though feral cats are not always depicted in the most flattering ways, some animal rights advocates are at work lauding the efforts of the millions of Americans who treat strays like their own prized pets.
Mar 18, 2010:
In many communities around the nation, concerns over pet population have animated citizens, policymakers and animal rescue shelter owners. But dogs and cats aren't the only members of the animal kingdom drawing interest.
Mar 17, 2010:
Old wisdom suggests that dogs are man's best friend, but anyone who has ever spent time with a horse knows that they make for loyal, interactive and steadfast companions.
Mar 16, 2010:
Though many pet owners seem to be born with the desire to love and care for a friendly cat or dog, others need to warm up to an animal and form a personal relationship before they can allow themselves to get attached.
Mar 15, 2010:
Last week, 50 feet of hip-deep mud wasn't enough to keep animal rescue workers from saving 16 Atlantic white-sided dolphins that were stranded in the marshlands off the coast of Cape Cod.
Mar 11, 2010:
Calling animal rights activist Ann Van Dyk a "cat person" may be a bit of an understatement.
Mar 10, 2010:
Most animal rescue shelters are thrilled when they're able to place one of their homeless pets with a loving family. However, until recently, many shelters had a strict set of requirements for new pet owners that sometimes would prohibit an otherwise-suitable family from taking home a new cat or dog.
Mar 5, 2010:
Many animal lovers like to cruise the web for stories about animal rescues, brave dogs and tiny kittens. But would you read a blog kept by an abandoned dog?
Mar 5, 2010:
Dog owners sometimes spend months looking for their lost pet, hanging up fliers and driving through the neighborhood with squeak toys and milk bones. But we're left to wonder, how long does a dog spend on the hunt for his owners?
Feb 19, 2010:
It seems like a noble idea to change laws so that animal rescue groups could provide care for a population of wild cats, but some decision makers in Athens, Georgia, say the move could cause more harm than good.
Feb 8, 2010:
The New Orleans Saints may have captured the Vince Lombardi trophy for their win in Super Bowl XLIV, but the MVP (Most Valuable Puppy) award went on Sunday night to the Chihuahua-pug mix named Jake.
Feb 4, 2010:
A slew of pet owners in California are telling Chihuahuas, "No quiero."
