May 15, 2013:
Debbie Heller of Little Rock Animal Village in Arkansas got a camera for her shelter from famed pet photographer Seth Casteel.
Apr 19, 2013:
Can a cute photo save a life? Absolutely, if the photo is of a pet in a shelter, says famed pet photographer Seth Casteel.
Apr 15, 2013:
Three middle-aged cats needed serious dental help. With a “weekly win” at the Shelter+ Challenge, their rescue group was able to get them treatment and a new home.
Apr 9, 2013:
The Moore Humane Society's Cinco de Mayo Pooch Parade Fundraiser was such a hit last year that they're bringing back the event and turning it into an annual fundraiser.
Apr 4, 2013:
Mufasa's soulful picture won the cats of Feline Rescue an online shopping spree as well as a grant for the rescue that houses them in The Animal Rescue Site's Flash Photo Contest.
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!
Mar 28, 2013:
Judy Durfy, a volunteer and treasurer of Rabbit and Small Animal Rescue in Michigan, won a grant for her favorite animal rescue group.
Mar 20, 2013:
Kittens are little balls of explosive energy, and for a healthy, happy kitten, almost everything during waking hours is a game. Watch as this little guy finds the best toy ever.
Mar 12, 2013:
Thanks to new navigation and a more intuitive interface, helping your favorite cause is always just a click away. Read about five easy ways to help at The Animal Rescue Site.
Mar 8, 2013:
Adorable kittens continue to score big with the voters at The Animal Rescue Site's Flash Photo Contest.
Feb 20, 2013:
A small nonprofit cat rescue group parlayed an adorable kitten photo into a win in The Animal Rescue Site's Shelter+ Challenge with Petfinder.
Feb 13, 2013:
Many of the dogs shown enjoyed their stay in New York hotels as VIPs (Very Important Pooches).
Feb 6, 2013:
Another round of amazing cute puppy and kitten photos -- along with an adorable ferret -- won hearts as well as prizes for the photographers.
Feb 4, 2013:
Budweiser's beautiful Clydesdale horses have long been part of the lineup -- and once again the company's wistful Superbowl commercial earned them top marks.
Jan 25, 2013:
Hundreds of adorable photos of puppies, kittens, and other fuzzy creatures are flooding The Animal Rescue Site, which is hosting eight "Flash Photo" contests between now and April.
Jan 10, 2013:
The Animal Rescue Site sponsored Rescue U's recent trip to North Carolina to help a waterfowl sanctuary.
Dec 4, 2012:
Dalhousie University offers access to therapy dogs during stressful finals week, providing students a reprieve from cram sessions and term papers.
Nov 21, 2012:
Raining cats and dogs. Fighting like cats and dogs. We’ve all heard the sayings, but how did these popular pets come by such a reputation?
Oct 12, 2012:
Tuxedo cat Henry, who stars as Henri in a series of cat videos, won the first Golden Kitty People’s Choice Award.
Oct 9, 2012:
Japanese police are recruiting miniatures to be sniffer dogs.
Aug 20, 2012:
Watch this adorable video of cats and dogs!
Aug 15, 2012:
Woodland Park Zoo's series of adorable animal videos reached a worldwide audience of 20 million on YouTube. Check out their latest here!
Aug 9, 2012:
$31,150 raised toward our goal of $50,000 to help shelter animals. Meet Montana, and the kids who love her.
Aug 9, 2012:
With an influx of kittens needing good homes, the SCPA of Westchester put out this lighthearted news report asking for adoption. Watch now at The Animal Rescue Site!
Aug 2, 2012:
During a town hall meeting in late July, Representative Steve King (R-IA) remarked that people should be able to watch animals fight, comparing dog fights to watching boxers in the ring.
Jul 30, 2012:
Watch this video from the Unstoppable Minute about how people all across America are helping raise money for shelter pets with $5 donations and lemonade stand sales.
Jul 26, 2012:
Meet the students who volunteered for Rescue U's Jefferson County trip. Watch this video and learn more about this great program to rebuild shelters.
Jul 19, 2012:
In May, Petfinder Foundation's Rescue U went to Jefferson County, TN to renovate the Jefferson County Humane Society.
Jul 19, 2012:
The Humane Society of the United States joined with Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable and Montgomery County Animal Control to remove dogs from shelter turned into a hoarding situation.
Jul 12, 2012:
In their Oklahoma trip this spring, the Rescue U college volunteers built outdoor pens to give the pets much needed exercise space.
Jul 5, 2012:
Another of our "webisodes" tracking those Rescue U college volunteers as they criss-cross the country helping shelters to rebuild!
Jun 28, 2012:
Thanks to support from The Animal Rescue Site, the Guthrie, OK, shelter got a complete make-over after being struck by a tornado. Watch this third webisode to watch the successful completion of this project and a very special present for animal control officer Suzy Brown.
Jun 21, 2012:
Thanks to support from The Animal Rescue Site, the Guthrie, OK, shelter got a complete make-over after being struck by a tornado. Watch this second webisode to learn more about the student volunteers who gave up their holiday.
Jun 20, 2012:
Since 2008, The Animal Rescue Site has given away more than $1 million to rescue groups and shelters belonging to the Petfinder.com Network through Shelter+ Challenge.
Jun 14, 2012:
Thanks to support from The Animal Rescue Site, the Guthrie, OK, shelter got a complete make-over after being struck by a tornado. Watch this video to learn more!
Jun 8, 2012:
A proposal for a shelter renovation led to The President's Volunteer Service Award from The President's Council on Service and Civic Participation for Dawn Schewisgut.
May 1, 2012:
Many of the inmates now plan to take up careers in animal care and rescue following their release.
Apr 26, 2012:
Recognizing that she could no longer provide adequate protection for her big cats, Denise Flores contacted wildlife sanctuaries for help. Watch this video to learn more.
Apr 23, 2012:
An on-demand video service helps calm shelter dogs.
Apr 16, 2012:
The Humane Society of the United States and the North Carolina Animal Federation will address North Carolina’s recent widespread distemper virus outbreak.
Mar 29, 2012:
Many dogs are bred to save human lives, but one basset hound saved its own in an altercation with a phone cord in England recently, The Week 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 29, 2012:
A dog that was likely looked upon by Jesus, Moses and many other biblical characters is now the center of a land, religion and animal rights dispute in Israel, The Washington Post reports.
Mar 27, 2012:
No one is sure how a small fluffy dog ended up in a trash heap in Los Angeles, but it was a veterinary procedure provided by the Hope for Paws Animal Rescue that gave her a new life, People Magazine reports.
Mar 26, 2012:
Alida Knobloch plays on the playground and takes walks in the park like any other 2-year-old, but she has to carry around an oxygen tank with her at all times because of a rare disease called neuroendocrine hyperplasia of infancy (NEHI), The Walton Tribune reports.
Mar 23, 2012:
The Seattle stop of CATS, the Broadway hit, will benefit big cats at the Woodland Park Zoo.
Mar 22, 2012:
Rescue U's latest trip takes them to Oklahoma City. Watch this video to learn more about this great group.
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 16, 2012:
Wolves may not be the first thing to come to mind when one considers healing post-traumatic stress disorder in U.S. veterans, but the wounded warriors and a group of abused wolf-hybrids are finding a perfect match in each other through a program called Warriors and Wolves, The Associated Press reports.
Mar 15, 2012:
Local animal rescue officials have been working to care for 32 miniature horses that were surrendered to the Animal Rescue League of Boston recently.
Mar 15, 2012:
A black-footed cat was born at the Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species in New Orleans recently, but it was far from a typical litter.
Mar 14, 2012:
Social media websites like Facebook first became popular as a way to keep in touch with friends, but now more people are using it as a platform to improve animal rescue missions.
Mar 13, 2012:
The recent tornadoes in the southeast and midwest United States left many people injured and displaced, but their pets have suffered from the natural disasters, too.
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 7, 2012:
As the local food movement takes hold, a number of Americans are inspired to raise their own chickens, hens and other farm animals in order to be more sustainable.
Mar 6, 2012:
Many organizations use Facebook to raise awareness of a cause, but now one is using the social media site to help animals help people, Mashable.com 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.
Mar 1, 2012:
The natural disasters that caused nuclear concerns in Japan occurred almost a year ago, but more than 300 pets that were rescued from one of the power plants still reside in animal rescue shelters and other facilities in the area, The Yomiuri Shumbun reports.
Feb 28, 2012:
Veterinary care is hard for many families to afford, but for those in Khayelitsha, a massive township near Cape Town, South Africa, it can be even less feasible to own pets.
Feb 27, 2012:
Many owners today will buy their pooches booties to wear in inclement weather to help animals, but dogs have been running around in the snow and ice for hundreds of years.
Feb 27, 2012:
Spaying and neutering saves lives - that is what officials in Southampton Town, New York, are saying in honor of Spay Day USA this February 28.
Feb 23, 2012:
The Winokur family did not understand what was wrong with their adopted son, Iyal, when he started developing disturbing behavior and assumed an explosive demeanor that left the entire family on edge.
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 17, 2012:
When six boar piglets in Germany were orphaned, they found the care of a mother in a peculiar place - the warmth of Baby the French bulldog, who lives at the Lehnitz animal sanctuary outside Berlin, The Associated Press reports.
Feb 16, 2012:
Scientists recently discovered one the tiniest chameleons in the world.
Feb 15, 2012:
Scraping together allowances, funds from the Tooth Fairy and other spare change, children at Ashland Elementary School in Virginia raised $800 to help animals through the Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART), a local nonprofit organization that works to save animals and find adoptable pets homes, InsideNova.com reports.
Feb 15, 2012:
Many pet owners could say that their dog or cat helps them with matters of the heart - these loyal animals have been keeping us company for so long for a reason.
Feb 14, 2012:
Governer Jerry Brown is proposing a repeal of parts of Hayden's Law that would reduce funding the state of California gives to animal rescue shelters to keep stray animals alive, The Associated Press reports.
Feb 13, 2012:
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association recently sponsored a Spay Day event with a goal of sterilizing 200 feral cats in Dane County, Wisconsin.
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 10, 2012:
For many pet owners, Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate their love for their furry friend and maybe treat it to something special.
Feb 9, 2012:
Many dog owners describe the way their furry best friend "gets" them better than any human ever could.
Feb 9, 2012:
Two emaciated, sick puppies in Corpus Christi, Texas, did not wait for humans to find them.
Feb 6, 2012:
Dog lovers everywhere tuned in to watch one of the most important football games of the year on Sunday.
Feb 3, 2012:
Spaying and neutering pets is important to help animals by combating pet overpopulation, but the procedure can be expensive.
Feb 2, 2012:
Friends of Feline won a $5,000 grant in the Shelter+ Challenge. One way that they grabbed their fans' attention was 24/7 webcam.
Feb 1, 2012:
An elephant at the Artis Zoo in Amsterdam was the first elephant in Europe to be fitted for protective lenses after it injured an eye playing, AFP News reports.
Jan 23, 2012:
When a Great Dane tried to protect its owner during a domestic abuse attack, it also made domestic violence shelters think more about allowing pets to accompany owners when they stay there.
Jan 16, 2012:
Terriers were bred to work, but today many people don't always see the drive of the smaller of this dog breed category.
Jan 11, 2012:
After being abandoned, nearly starving to death and suffering a severe foot infection, a tan pit bull earned a new name inspired by her incredible ability to face adversity, NKY.com reports.
Jan 11, 2012:
Killer whales that live in Puget Sound, Washington, are not doing well, and scientists are now using dogs to determine why the species is not recovering, National Public Radio 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 3, 2012:
When the tornado swept across Oklahoma in May 2011, the Guthrie Animal Shelter was one of the many buildings that was entirely decimated.
Dec 30, 2011:
The public's perception of pit bulls is improving in small steps, The Huffington Post reports. This breed of dog, which was originally bred to fight other dogs and animals, still maintains a negative reputation because of what the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) calls pit bull bias.
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 27, 2011:
Craigslist may have gotten a bad name in the media, but the classifieds website was recently partially responsible for saving a lost, blind dog and reuniting it with its family, the Washington Post reports.
Dec 22, 2011:
The handsome black-and-white Bo inspired a number of White House Christmas decorations this year. Take a look at how they were made and how the first dog looks next to them!
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 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 20, 2011:
Many football fans have been talking about Tim Tebow of the Denver Broncos, but when animal lovers say the name "Tebow," they are probably discussing the drug-sniffing dog by the same name who recently helped police catch a cocaine smuggler at Orlando International Airport, USA Today reports.
Dec 16, 2011:
Reta and Paul McKinlay were not looking forward to breaking the tragic news to their grandchildren that their 8-month-old Yorkshire terrier-Shih Tzu mix, Scamp, had been killed when it was hit by a car.
Dec 15, 2011:
Many children have hopes of finding the puppy or kitten of their dreams under the tree on Christmas morning, but responsible pet owners should avoid giving a pet as a gift unless it is extremely well thought out, pet experts say.
Dec 14, 2011:
Crows are in no way endangered or threatened, but they sometimes put smaller, more rare birds at risk.
Dec 9, 2011:
The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IAFW) recently announced the rescue of 29 wolf dogs from a breeder in Alaska, where they were not receiving adequate veterinary care, food, water or socialization.
Dec 8, 2011:
After 26 happy years of life, Pusuke, the world's oldest dog, passed away this week at his home in Sakura, Japan, The Huffington Post reports.
Dec 6, 2011:
When Reagan, a yellow Labrador retriever, came across a bag of kittens who were left to die in the middle of the road in Iowan, Iowa, he brought it all the way home to his owner, according to NBC affiliate WHO TV.
Dec 5, 2011:
With the increase of military working dogs (MWDs) serving in America's wars, the number of canines suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is also rising, The New York Times reports.
Dec 5, 2011:
The canine member of the Pruitt family in Fredericksburg, Virginia, will be home for Christmas, after an eight-year stint on a road that somehow led her to California, The Huffington Post reports.
Dec 2, 2011:
People have likely been aware of the calming effects of animals for centuries, but it was only in the 1950s that a psychologist further investigated the power that dogs can have over people with mental, emotional or behavioral conditions, The Huffington Post reports.
Dec 1, 2011:
Although most police dogs are large breeds like Labradors and shepherds, the Japanese police are recruiting a pair of toy poodles.
Dec 1, 2011:
Michigan police officer Michael Lake stepped up to adopt Cricket, a small dog whose owner was recently charged for animal abuse and drunk driving after taking the canine for a "walk" by driving and holding the dog's leash out the window, Dogster.com reports.
Nov 29, 2011:
Lao Pan, 68, did not have a family or many friends who would visit his grave after he died earlier this month in the village of Panjiatun, China, but he had one loyal companion - his dog.
Nov 29, 2011:
An email of photographs of puppies was one of the last pieces of correspondence the Rollins family got from their son Justin before he was killed while serving in Iraq.
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 23, 2011:
The tornado that blew through the southeast U.S. last week left many people homeless, including Roger and Jamie Rummage.
Nov 22, 2011:
The second annual K9s for Kids benefit hosted by the Diabetes Friendly Foundation on November 19 raised money for families to get a diabetes alert dog that can detect unhealthy blood sugar levels in diabetes patients.
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:
Many dogs have an undying love for retrieving, and many more love the water.
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 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 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 9, 2011:
Dogs have been known to help children who have physical disabilities, but now they are helping with emotional and mental set-backs, too, the Marshall Parthenon 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:
Veterans Day is a time to recognize and appreciate the incredible work that is done and sacrifices that are made by America's Armed Forces so that the entire nation can live freely.
Nov 8, 2011:
Tarra the elephant and Bella the dog were inseparable ever since they began their friendship at the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee about eight years ago, the Huffington Post reports.
Nov 7, 2011:
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) launched National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week in 1996 in order to celebrate the work of small, local shelters that save the lives of thousands of animals each day.
Nov 7, 2011:
Hundreds of dog lovers and their pets walked across the Brooklyn Bridge recently for the second annual Brooklyn Bridge Pup Crawl, a night time walk designed to raise awareness and money for non-profit partner shelter and rescue programs, PetMD.com 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 1, 2011:
The story of a cat with 26 toes has inspired a number of people to make a donation of $26 to the Milwaukee Animal Rescue Center in Wisconsin, The Huffington Post reports.
Oct 31, 2011:
Despite her falls and other medical setbacks, Mary VanDeCarr, 85, will not stop doing agility training with her dogs, WALB 10 News reports.
Oct 31, 2011:
The contributions made by Cooper the military working dog in Iraq will not be forgotten, just as the work of his handler, Corporal Kory Wiens, will not be, the Washington Post 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:
Many children and teens develop a close relationship and deep bond with their family pets, but for Sami Stoner, a 16-year-old from Ohio, the relationship allows her to break records and push boundaries, MSNBC reports.
Oct 28, 2011:
Young schoolchildren and seniors will work together to train the newest addition to the local retirement community - two 10-week-old black Lab puppies.
Oct 27, 2011:
When Lauren Pytel was traveling away from home and missed her cats, all she had to do was log on to her local animal rescue shelter's website to virtually maneuver toys for real cats that were living at the shelter, The New York Times reports.
Oct 27, 2011:
Georgia resident John Benton did not understand why his pit bull, Titan, was running around madly one morning, blocking the door to prevent him from leaving for work.
Oct 27, 2011:
Dog owners' legal obligation to license their pets has been around for many years, but it has been easy to disregard this law, which can cost up to $50 a year, because there are no consequences for not obeying it, the Chicago Sun Times.
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:
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 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 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 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:
More than a year after the oil spill in the Gulf, dolphin deaths remain abnormally high but government is slow to release information.
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 14, 2011:
The body of a boater who had been missing for four days in South Carolina was found with his dog by his side, trying to revive him, NBC affiliate WYFF News reports.
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 12, 2011:
Residents from the Vineland, New Jersey, community will gather to mourn Clif, the city's first police dog to die in the line of duty, the Courier Post Online reports.
Oct 7, 2011:
Blue whales have recently been congregating at an underwater drop-off outside the Los Angeles Harbor.
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 6, 2011:
A dog's nose knows, and in the case of Brenda Jones, her dog's nose knew that she needed medical attention for a grade three tumor in her breast.
Oct 6, 2011:
Twenty-nine governors in the U.S. have made proclamations of October 1, 2011 as American Humane Association Hero Dog Day in their states as of October 5, the association reports.
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:
Roselle, a yellow Labrador retriever guide dog, calmly led computer sales manager Michael Hingston out of his office on the 78th floor of the north World Trade Center Tower on the morning of 9/11 when American Airlines Flight 11 hit the other side of the building, 18 floors up.
Oct 3, 2011:
If not for Linus, a boxer-Labrador retriever mix, Private First Class Jennifer Allen says she would probably still be holed up in her room, suffering the affects of post-traumatic stress disorder that she experienced after her 10-month deployment to Iraq, NWCN News reports.
Sep 30, 2011:
Smokey, a husky mix rescued from neglect as a puppy, broke a service-visit record when he visited the Palm Meadows Village Assisted Living Community on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
Sep 30, 2011:
Pet food banks sprung up everywhere in 2008 as the crashing economy caused people unanticipated financial struggles.
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 28, 2011:
Adopting Chase, a mellow dog, had helped the Gessner family as they struggle to care for their two children - a 22-year-old who is undergoing chemotherapy after his diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma, and a 12-year-old who was diagnosed with a severe anxiety disorder, 9 News.com reports.
Sep 27, 2011:
Cooper, a Great Dane, was 11 weeks old when he suffered an injury that left him with a badly damaged right rear tibia.
Sep 27, 2011:
There is a global demand for blood - Red Cross blood donation sites set up shop all the time to collect blood donations from humans to help others in need.
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 22, 2011:
A mother and daughter sleeping in a Louisville, Kentucky, home would have died in a recent fire if not for their two dogs, a Chihuahua and a pit bull, WDRB.com reports.
Sep 22, 2011:
Lynea Lattazio had to sell her diamond wedding ring and Mercedes to keep her cats healthy, but it didn't matter to her.
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 21, 2011:
The Fairmont Hotel & Resort chain is keeping lobby dogs at many of their properties around the world, making the upscale environment more comfortable and welcoming for dog lovers, MSNBC reports.
Sep 21, 2011:
The winners for the Funny Fluffy Photo Caption Contest, part II, a part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, were announced today.
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:
Many people who seek to rescue a dog from a local shelter look for one that is friendly and as healthy as possible.
Sep 19, 2011:
No one knows what allowed a calico cat named Willow to make it 1,500 miles away from her home in the Rocky Mountains to arrive safely in New York City.
Sep 16, 2011:
Thirteen dogs made the 2012 Guinness Book of World Records for their ability to jump rope at the same time, AllPetNews.com reports.
Sep 16, 2011:
An 8-year-old American Eskimo dog is being hailed as a hero after saving its owner's life when she had a seizure related to her pregnancy, the Idaho Falls LocalNews 8 reports.
Sep 15, 2011:
Guide dogs have to undergo intensive training in order to safely lead their handlers through doors, down sidewalks, over curbs and steps, and across streets, all while staying focused and pretending not to notice other dogs or small distractions like squirrels.
Sep 15, 2011:
Military working dogs (MWDs) will be increasing in U.S. forces home and abroad, according to the Digital Journal.
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 12, 2011:
As millions of people across the nation and the world paused to remember those who were affected by the tragedies of 9/11, some also took a moment to honor the canine heroes who were involved in the rescue missions.
Sep 9, 2011:
This year's St. Charles Walk for Goose aims to raise money for ovarian cancer, but also focuses on the way that dogs can help cancer patients, The Beacon-News reports.
Sep 9, 2011:
More than 530 police officers in Chicago work with bomb-sniffing dog that have been named after police officers, firefighters and other heroes killed when they responded to the 9/11 terrorist attacks, according to the Associated Press.
Sep 8, 2011:
A chocolate Labrador retriever from Florida was saved after a woman performed CPR on it last weekend, the Examiner reports.
Sep 7, 2011:
Patients at the Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation in Dallas, Texas, may have suffered traumatic injuries or strokes, leaving them handicapped or emotionally scarred, but the adjustment in their lives is made easier by some canine friends, Today.com reports.
Sep 7, 2011:
Harbor, an 8-year-old coonhound recently made it into the 2012 Guinness Book of World Record for its ears that hang low - in fact, owner Jennifer Wert probably could tie them in a bow if she wanted to.
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 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 25, 2011:
Seconds before the 5.9 earthquake shook much of the East coast on Tuesday, zookeepers noticed strange behavior in their animals, leading them to think that they knew the quake was coming before humans could feel it, the Washington Post reports.
Aug 23, 2011:
Ricochet, a 3-year-old golden retriever, was trained as a puppy to be a service dog.
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 18, 2011:
The Animal Welfare Division of Oklahoma City will now be able to keep half of the city's animal shelter adoption fees, allowing them to offer a sterilization program for city residents, the Oklahoman reports.
Aug 16, 2011:
A dog that was left outside on a scorching hot rooftop for 10 hours last month will get its severe burns treated with a stem cell treatment that is the first of its kind, the Reading Eagle 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 11, 2011:
Cole Amyx started thinking about making dog toys when he was only 8 years old and noticed that his dog's toys were becoming too expensive for his family.
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 10, 2011:
The winners for the Funny Fluffy Photo Caption Contest, part I, a part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, were announced today.
Aug 9, 2011:
A golden retriever named Rosie is in the middle of the legal debate over whether therapy dogs should be allowed in courtrooms in New York and other states to soothe stressed people on trial, The New York Times reports.
Aug 5, 2011:
Children in the Anderson, California, region learned how to interact with dogs at Haven Humane Society's Camp Love A Pet recently, KHSLTV reports.
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 4, 2011:
After finding a young shepherd mix injured on the street and nursing a litter, the Edmonton Humane Society in Canada was able to get the puppies weaned and adopted.
Aug 3, 2011:
The Build an Ark Foundation, a local animal shelter in Ellijay, Georgia, was given a Shelters in Crisis grant by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) after the facility was destroyed in an April tornado, the HSUS reports.
Aug 2, 2011:
In Meggett, South Carolina, a man was fed up with seeing the poor condition of a neighbors horse, named Holly-Grace, The Post and Courier reports.
Aug 1, 2011:
Daisy and Duke, two yellow labs, were brought to a Nebraska shelter after their owners home was foreclosed.
Jul 29, 2011:
In New York City, girls are given a chance to become leaders and social assets in their community by participating in Paw Pal - an after-school program run by Unleashed, a non-profit organization.
Jul 28, 2011:
Although the economy is in a rut and animal shelters are struggling to maintain necessary funding and reducing their adoption rates, a pet food donation in Cherokee Village, Arkansas, has saved a local animal shelter from collapse.
Jul 28, 2011:
A ten-pound Maltese, Benji, saved his 81-year-old owner who was asleep one night as smoke was rising from her basement.
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 dramatic rescue case on the Olympic mountains in Washington State, involving a mountain goat and a Bernese Mountain dog that was in hot pursuit, is making headlines.
Jul 26, 2011:
At Lakeview Heights, a residential treatment center for the mentally ill in Pendleton, Oregon, residents have been introduced to some peculiar newcomers: horses.
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:
When a family's smoke detector failed to alert them, their attentive dog came to the rescue.
Jul 25, 2011:
Bikers from all over the country have been showing their support for pets at the annual HOGS for Dogs rally held at the Denney's Harley-Davidson in Springfield, Missouri.
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:
Treatment centers across the world for children with disabilities have been working on combining equine therapy, which allows children to interact with horses, in combination with traditional physical therapy.
Jul 22, 2011:
Wanting to honor the death of her pet cat, 77-year-old Luciana Matalon bought a full page space in Corriere della Sera, one of Italys leading newspapers, reports The Independent.
Jul 22, 2011:
Pinner, an adopted chocolate Lab, suffers from advanced liver disease, but has found relief in acupuncture treatments, reports The Chronicle-Telegram.
Jul 22, 2011:
The Humane Society of Knox County in Thomaston, Maine, is being helped by some pint-sized philanthropists, reports the Herald Gazette.
Jul 22, 2011:
Now through August 1, contestants may submit a picture of their adopted dog along with their adoption story at the Fuzzy Nation Facebook page to win grants for their favorite shelter.
Jul 22, 2011:
A brave Chihuahua names Paco foiled the criminal plans of two men who attempted to rob a smoke shop in Altadena, California, recently, the Los Angeles Times 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:
The Walter family was reunited with their lost cat, Rosebud, after four years of separation, reports The Daily Home.
Jul 20, 2011:
Peter Brown from Rhiwbina, Cardiff, Wales, was happily reunited with his pet tortoise named Tortie who he has been taken care of for more than 45 years, reports the South Wales Echo.
Jul 20, 2011:
John Byrne, a homeless man for over 22 years, was sitting on the OConnell Bridge with his pet rabbit when a teenager walking by grabbed the animal and threw it into the river, reports the Irish Times.
Jul 20, 2011:
Angel is a seven week-old pit bull puppy that was born with no rear paws. Knowing few people would want a puppy with no paws, her owners reached out to Wags to Riches Animal Rescue and Sanctuary for help, the Yakima Herald-Republic reports.
Jul 20, 2011:
The Bryson City, North Carolina, P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter won a $1,000 prize for making it into the second round of voting during The Animal Rescue Sites $300,000 challenge, reports Smoky Mountain 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:
Tom Ducatte, a professor of physical education at East Stroudsburg University, recently organized a run/walk to benefit local animal shelters, reports the Pocono Record.
Jul 19, 2011:
Schoch's Harley Davidson is hosting its 5th annual Build the Sanctuary Ride and Show to sponsor Camp Papillon Pet Adoption and Rescue Sanctuary Fund, reports the Pocono Record.
Jul 18, 2011:
An angry street cat saved his own life at a Mosman veterinary clinic after he charmed the veterinarians before the procedure to euthanize him, reports The Mosman Daily. Duncan, an angry and terrified street cat, had been picked up and brought to the veterinary clinic where Charlotte Surridge works.
Jul 18, 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 Inc.
Jul 18, 2011:
Six anonymous neighbors of the Four Paws Rescue shelter in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, donated approximately $23 thousand to save the organization from having to close its doors reported NBC-affiliate WETM News.
Jul 13, 2011:
Volunteers hope to continue the work of a shelter in Corinth, Texas, that has been saving cats since 1998.
Jul 11, 2011:
Military Working Dogs (MWDs) spend their lives saving humans, whether sniffing out drugs or bombs or patrolling bases.
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 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.
Jun 22, 2011:
The third and final Grand Photo Prize winner for the Spring Romp Photo Contest, a part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, was announced today.
Jun 20, 2011:
A golden retriever named Eddy is helping Caleb, a 7-year-old boy with severe autism, to adjust to school, according to a new report from the Los Angeles Times.
Jun 14, 2011:
The recent Parade Your Pet Pageant was held in Midland, Michigan, for the seventh time in recent years.
Jun 14, 2011:
New Facebook campaign will provide up to one hundred service dogs to returning soldiers.
Jun 4, 2011:
John Quimby is a recreational pilot whose family has taken up animal adoption, according to a recent report from Happy News.
Jun 3, 2011:
Following the devastating earthquake that hit Japan earlier this year, people have been working tirelessly to help rescue animals in the region.
Jun 1, 2011:
In Morehead, Kentucky, the Rowan County K-9 Shelter is being renovated and will receive new supplies including beds, according to a recent report from the Greenwich Time.
May 25, 2011:
The first winner for the Spring Romp Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, was announced today. Submissions for the next Spring Romp Photo Contest begin Thursday, May 26!
May 24, 2011:
The Start Over Rover animal shelter based in Adams County, Nebraska, rescued 17 puppies and 21 dogs in total, after hearing that they were on the verge of being euthanized.
May 20, 2011:
A mother cat is nursing four kittens that were not part of her own litter, according to a report from the Chicago Tribune.
May 16, 2011:
For some autistic children in Thailand, scientists have found positive effects in the children's developmental skills through interactions with elephants, according to a recent report from CBS News.
May 5, 2011:
After watching a video about stray dogs in Detroit, the Daily Tribune and Macomb Daily rallied together to raise food and supplies for an animal shelter, according to a recent report from the Daily Tribune.
Apr 27, 2011:
The first winner for the Spring Romp Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, was announced today. Submissions for the next Spring Romp Photo Contest begin Thursday, April 28!
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 6, 2011:
For aging seniors without grandchildren, grandpuppies have become a heartwarming substitute, according to a recent report from CNN News.
Apr 5, 2011:
The Lost Angels Animal Rescue organization sent volunteers to the J.E. Robins Elementary School to read to children and teach them about animal rescue.
Apr 4, 2011:
Robert Garrett, 63, was so determined and loyal to his dog, Patch, that when the canine's hips gave out, Garrett went to Home Depot and built a custom wheelchair for the 14-year-old American Staffordshire terrier.
Apr 1, 2011:
Animal rescue services saved about 120 dogs from a puppy mill in Tennessee on the same day that U.S. Congressman Michael Grimm of New York adopted a rescue dog.
Apr 1, 2011:
Advancements in technology are not just producing iPads and smartphones for humans, but are affecting animals as well, according to a recent report in Discovery.
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:
As science, technology and citizenship overlap, officials at the Brookfield Zoo are taking advantage of Twitter to bring the public closer to its zoo animals.
Apr 1, 2011:
A pony, a cat, a few lizards and about a dozen dogs were saved from inhumane conditions at a farmhouse in Ottawa and are recovering under the care of veterinarians and other animal rescue workers.
Apr 1, 2011:
A New Zealand bottlenose dolphin who helped rescue a pygmy sperm whale and her calf was recently named by Time magazine as one of the most heroic animals of all time.
Apr 1, 2011:
A brave mother and a faithful friend were remembered recently by Time Magazine's "Top 10 Heroic Animals" list.
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:
The Annenberg Foundation committed itself to donating $100,000 to Japan's tsunami and earthquake relief efforts if 100,000 people clicked "Like" for the organization's Dog Bless You project page on Facebook, according to USA Today.
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:
Firefighters responding to a house fire on the 6300 block of Jackson Street in Highland Park were able to rescue a Schnauzer named Spirit, according to Fire Engineering 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:
Following the collapse of the Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) in Muncie Indiana, due to severe flooding, students at the nearby Ball State University (BSU) rallied and offered temporary foster homes to many of the dogs and cats, according to the campus newspaper, BSU Daily News.
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:
An animal rescue effort succeeded in rescuing 65 dogs, 74 cats and a potbelly pig after heavy rains in Muncie, Indiana, flooded outdoor animal pens, endangering the animals, according to The Indy Channel.
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 29, 2011:
Some may believe that Spaniels are too small to be rescue dogs, but that is exactly how Bob Raleigh sees Charlie, his Cavalier King George Spaniel - as a rescue hero, according to St. Louis Today.com.
Mar 25, 2011:
An update from the Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue and Support (JEARS) organization has confirmed that Tashirojima, an island in Japan famous for having an abundant number of cats, is ding well post-earthquake, according to Discovery News.
Mar 25, 2011:
Pets can get into trouble with other animals and with inanimate objects, but sometimes the pets are hurt while trying to rescue their human companions, according to PeoplePets.com.
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:
Several organizations have raised the support level for animal rescue in Japan, following the deadly earthquake and tsunamis that hit the country on March 11, according to TreeHugger.com.
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:
A porpoise who lay stranded in a flooded rice paddy in Japan was rescued and returned to the ocean.
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:
A cat named Fern was stuck in a tree from Sunday to Thursday morning, in Concord, Massachusetts, when he was finally brought down by animal rescue at around 11 a.m. on March 17, according to The Boston Globe.
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 18, 2011:
Impact Motion Pictures has optioned a book called On Toby's Terms, written by Charmaine Hammond.
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 15, 2011:
The Last Hope Cat Kingdom, a nonprofit animal rescue shelter, was destroyed in December following a fire, and students from the University of California, Merced, will help in the rebuilding effort, according to The Merced Sun Star.
Mar 11, 2011:
There is the UN and then there is the UAN - the United Animal Nations. UAN is a California-based animal advocacy organization that has sent eleven volunteers - and plans to send 14 more - to Franklin County, Ohio, in order to help 350 dogs recently rescued from a poorly maintained animal shelter, according to New Carlisle News.
Mar 10, 2011:
Scientists have recorded the mating sounds of fruit flies, based on new research from the Institute of Molecular Pathology in Vienna, according to Discovery News.
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 7, 2011:
Firefighters in Long Beach, California, entered a house on fire and rescued the family's dog, according to NBC Los Angeles.
Mar 4, 2011:
A fitness trainer in West Long Branch, New Jersey, has a four-legged running partner, according to the Asbury Park Press.
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 1, 2011:
The Showboat Casino Hotel has become the first casino to allow guests to bring their canine companions.
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.
Mar 1, 2011:
An animal rescue team in Cambridge, Massachusetts saved a canine who had fallen into the waters of the icy waters of the Charles River. The workers used a surfboard to bring the pooch to safety, according to the Cambridge Chronicle.
Mar 1, 2011:
Dave, a rottweiler, apparently has a very strong parental instinct. The pooch has looked after dozens of orphaned animals, including four ducks, three geese, five rabbits, 12 kittens, five puppies and innumerable chicks, according to The Daily Mail.
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:
Animal lovers who are feeding their dogs and cats food items such as steak, cheese, chicken and ice cream are causing many American pets to be overweight, according to a recent report from The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention.
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:
Beginning on March 1, residents of Pittsburgh can apply to have their pets spayed and neutered for free, according to the Pittsburgh Post Gazette.
Feb 23, 2011:
On February 22, otherwise known as National "Spay Day," the St. Augustine Humane Society of St. Augustine, Florida, offered a special deal for discounts on cat spaying and neutering, according to the Historic City 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:
The Massachusetts School of Law, which has animal advocacy law program, will honor firefighter Tim Wareham, of Newbury Massachusetts, who rescued a dog.
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 21, 2011:
A special feature on man's best friend will air on Nat Geo Wild Channel on Monday, February 21, at 8 p.m. ET, according to PEOPLEPets.com.
Feb 18, 2011:
Dr. Karen Sorenmo, a veterinary oncologist, started a group called the Shelter Canine Mammary Tumor Program that treats rescue dogs who have been diagnosed with cancer.
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:
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 17, 2011:
Police found two yellow Labradors near a private pond in Mendham Township, New Jersey. One of the canines stood on the broken ice barking at the other who had fallen in, reports the Daily Record.
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:
A baby hippopotamus and a baby royal antelope are among the new arrivals at the San Diego Zoo, according to Discovery News.
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:
In ironic move, animal rescue shelter wants to buy Michael Vick's house
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.
Feb 9, 2011:
Three engines of firefighters, several police officers and one veterinarian participated in a dramatic rescue amidst the steep terrain and boulders near the 1600 block of Canal Boulevard in Point Richmond, California, according to San Jose Mercury News.
Feb 8, 2011:
While more and more animal lovers are pampering their pets with sweets and gourmet treats, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is reminding pet owners that February is National Pet Dental Health Month.
Feb 8, 2011:
While the Green Bay Packers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XLV, Puppy Bowl VII's contestants were all winners as 47 canines found adoptive homes.
Feb 1, 2011:
In New York City, canines are celebrating their birthdays in style.
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:
A family from Rocklea, Australia, who thought they had lost their 14-year-old pooch in the recent floods has been reunited with the canine. The dog was found by animal rescue workers after she disappeared during the natural disaster, according to Australia's ABC News.
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 27, 2011:
Ben Roberts of Puyallup, Washington, spends much of his time up in a tree. The arborist and firefighter is known in his community for rescuing cats who have one way or another become stuck in the highest branches, according to The News Tribune.
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:
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:
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 24, 2011:
A funeral home in Chillicothe, Ohio, is taking a unique approach to comfort family members who have recently lost a loved one. The Fawcett, Oliver, Glass and Palmer Funeral Home has enlisted the help of Wilson, a therapy dog who is on hand to assist grieving family members, according to the Zanesville Times Recorder.
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 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 graduate student at the University of Maine recently made a starling discovery - the oldest known bones of a domesticated dog. The skull fragment found by Samuel Belknap III may shed light on the modern-day animals known as man's best friend.
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 18, 2011:
A fire in Des Moines, Iowa, ended with a daring animal rescue. Though one woman and two of her pets were able to escape the blaze unharmed, a dog who was left inside suffered injuries after he was brought out of the home by firefighters, according to the Des Moines Register.
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:
A kitten who became lodged in the wheel arch of a man's car is lucky to have survived after the owner of the automobile drove from Hamilton to Huntly, New Zealand, unaware that the feline was stuck, according to the Waikato Times.
Jan 14, 2011:
Will films such as Cats and Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore or Lassie ever be shown on the big screen again? If all things go as planned for one animal festival in Sweden, it's highly likely.
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 13, 2011:
A Chicago-area Great Dane did a great deed for a teen in need, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Jan 13, 2011:
If you're certain your furry friend has an uncanny ability to sense strange happenings, you're not alone. According to a recent poll conducted by AP-Petside.com, 43 percent of pet owners believe their dog or cat has sixth sense.
Jan 12, 2011:
Some pedigree pet owners have dreams of their dog winning Best in Show at a prestigious competition. Of course, Julia LeRoy knew that her new pit bull, Cuda, wasn't exactly blessed in the looks department.
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 12, 2011:
Pet owners who are worried about their dog noticing their harebrained behavior may be able to rest easy - according to recent reports, canines are not able to detect strange human conduct.
Jan 10, 2011:
Pet parents who want their four-legged friends to join the social networking world now have an exciting tool at hand - Puppy Tweets.
Jan 10, 2011:
Pet lovers often want their cats to live forever, and it appears as though one animal in the U.K. is trying to do just that. According to the Daily Mail, a feline named Lucy may be 39-years-old.
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.
Jan 7, 2011:
Those who stop by Huron Ace Hardware in Huron, Ohio, are likely to be greeted by an unexpected employee - a 15-month-old golden retriever named Phoebe.
Jan 7, 2011:
The new season of The Biggest Loser recently premiered, paving the way for weeks of exciting television. However, it looks as though a few animal bloggers got into the weight-loss spirit weeks ago.
Jan 5, 2011:
There have been many stories of animals being returned to their owners after going missing, but this latest one out of the United Kingdom may take the cake.
Jan 5, 2011:
Therapy animals have been humans for years, but one 12-year-old boy from Alexandria, Virginia, is fighting to keep his trusty dog by his side.
Jan 5, 2011:
Miniature animals have been bred for years now, with many becoming popular household pets. Now it looks as though a new species is gaining notoriety among pet lovers as well.
Jan 3, 2011:
Pet parents who are hoping to name their four-legged friends something unique may want to take a look at the recent data collected by PetFinder.com. The website, best known for placing scores of rescue animals in a loving home, has released the top 10 names for dogs and cats in 2010.
Jan 2, 2011:
A cheetah who recently became a new mom took on another cub and acted as its foster parent, USA Today reports.
Jan 2, 2011:
While some dog owners have undoubtedly found their four-legged family members from a pet store, animal rights activists do their best to implore the public to look elsewhere. Pet stores often purchase canines from puppy mills, breeding grounds that increase a pooch's risk of health complications.
Jan 2, 2011:
Animal rights activists can rejoice - Salt Lake City has passed a new ordinance that will place further restrictions on dog breeding, Fox 13 News reports.
Jan 2, 2011:
It goes without saying that most pet parents would do anything to protect the four-legged members of their family. Of course, once in a while, our animals put themselves in the line of fire to save us from harm.It goes without saying that most pet parents would do anything to protect the four-legged members of their family. Of course, once in a while, our animals put themselves in the line of fire to save us from harm.
Jan 2, 2011:
Most dogs will scale mountains to be by their owner's side, but one Texas pooch was able to climb up a ladder in order to show his adoration for his pet parent.
Dec 31, 2010:
There have been a number of stories about dogs doing all they can to save the life of a cat, but this one in particular may bring a tear to an animal lover's eye.
Dec 31, 2010:
Cats are limber, spritely creatures, and one feline in the United Kingdom used these finer attributes to save her family's home from burning down.
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 29, 2010:
Sometimes there's an ending so sweet to a story, it begs to be told. It's safe to say that the story of Megan Mackie, an Omaha, Nebraska resident, and her pooch are one such tale.
Dec 28, 2010:
Humans usually do their best to help animals in need, but once in a while, an unexpected furry savior comes along.
Dec 27, 2010:
Pet owners who are wondering if it's worth having a microchip implanted in their furry friend may want to hear the story of Colin, a black cat who disappeared from his Lancashire, England, home four years ago.
Dec 27, 2010:
While almost every pet owner loves seeing the joy animals get from consuming delicious treats, sometimes over-feeding our four-legged friends does more harm than good. In fact, USA Today reports that obesity continues to be linked to some of the most pressing pet diseases out there.
Dec 27, 2010:
You may not be able to teach an old dog new tricks, but you can certainly increase one border collie's vocabulary.
Dec 23, 2010:
Therapy dogs have been used for decades, but it looks as though four-legged creatures out there are gaining popularity in psychologists' office, the Wall Street Journal reports.
Dec 23, 2010:
A German dog recently defied the odds and gave birth to a litter containing an astounding 17 puppies, the Associated Press reports.
Dec 22, 2010:
World leaders - they're just like us! According to CBS News, President Obama recently admitted that he never fails to clean up after his dog.
Dec 20, 2010:
Most people believe that dogs and cats are at odds with one another. However, a pup from the U.K. recently proved the opposite.
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 looks as though a bunch of students keeping their nose to the grindstone were given a pick-me-up by some adorable, furry creatures. PeoplePets.com reports that co-eds at Tufts University were offered the chance to take a break from the stress of finals week after being visited by a bunch of therapy puppies.
Dec 15, 2010:
December winners for the Shelter Fan Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Holiday Shelter+ Challenge - together with Petfinder.com, were announced today. There are only a few days left to vote in The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Holiday Shelter Challenge - together with Petfinder.com!
Dec 14, 2010:
While people who spot a dog wandering around without an owner should immediately call their local animal shelter, people should remember that not every lost pup is a stray. In fact, some canines just need to find their way home again.
Dec 13, 2010:
A pair of puppies who were snatched from an animal shelter are finally back home, The Middleton Press reports.
Dec 13, 2010:
Two charitable organizations are lending their efforts to help one special dog. Destiny, a shelter pup who was supposed to be euthenized but whose identity was mistaken with another canine, is being flown by Pet Airways from Arizona to New York in order to be adopted by Guardians of Rescue.
Dec 12, 2010:
An animal shelter in North Carolina recently had quite the influx of charitable donations, StarNewsOnline.com 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.
Dec 8, 2010:
Felines who were expecting a visit from Santa this year may be out of luck. According to research, pet owners are more likely to give their dogs presents during the holiday season than their cats.
Dec 8, 2010:
A bunch of four-legged creatures and the humans caring for them got the shock of their lives when a car crashed into an animal hospital, the Baltimore Sun reports.
Dec 8, 2010:
Things just got a little brighter for four-legged residents of Miami, Florida. According to the Miami Herald, a new dog park just opened in the city.
Dec 8, 2010:
Moviegoers across the world have been rushing to see the film 127 Hours, a true story about a hiker who was trapped underneath a boulder for more than five days. It looks as though a California pup went through his own version of the story.
Dec 7, 2010:
A loveable puppy in the UK is in desperate need of a home and life-saving surgery, the Daily Mail reports.
Dec 6, 2010:
Although the giant panda is an endangered species, it looks as though much progress has been made with introducing more of these adorable creatures into the world.
Dec 3, 2010:
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is used every day to help those in extreme distress, but believe it or not, the procedure can save the lives of animals as well.
Dec 2, 2010:
Sometimes it takes a tragedy to realize what matters most to you. Matthew and Reasey Lee from Buford, Georgia can certainly attest to this notion.
Dec 1, 2010:
A Boston cat got itself stuck in quite the unfortunate predicament recently, Boston.com reports. Luckily, the feline was saved by a bunch of kindhearted passers-by.
Nov 29, 2010:
A courageous dog is getting a chance to live life to the fullest after a tragic incident, FoxToledo.com reports.
Nov 29, 2010:
A group of researchers may have just made a gigantic discovery. According to MSNBC.com, a recent study has shown that some of the largest mammals in history came into existence soon after the mass disappearance of dinosaurs.
Nov 29, 2010:
A horse born with one eye is getting a second chance at life, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Nov 29, 2010:
Sometimes an animal's recovery is so incredible, it often elicits awe in those who hear about their story. Such is the case for Jo Jo, a pit bull terrier who went from the brink of death to recovering and helping others
Nov 23, 2010:
It looks like there's a happy ending for a pug with special needs. According to NECN News, Munchkin, a pup who lost the ability to move her hind legs, has now found a happy home.
Nov 22, 2010:
People often do what they can to help animals, but sometimes it's our four-legged friends who are the true heroes. Take, for example, Pearl, a black Lab who was dropped off at a Northern California shelter by her owners three years ago.
Nov 17, 2010:
November winners for the Shelter Fan Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Holiday Shelter+ Challenge - together with Petfinder.com, were announced today. Submissions for the December Shelter Fan Photo Contest begin Thursday, November 18!
Nov 11, 2010:
A dog who recently showed up to a Louisiana shelter was caught in quite the furry situation, PeoplePets.com reports.
Nov 8, 2010:
It looks as though the world is one step closer to taking an incredible creature off of the endangered species list. According to CNN.com, a giant panda cub was born in the United States this week.
Nov 3, 2010:
Most people know that pet parents often treat their dogs and cats as though they're members of the family, but now there may be some research to back up those claims.
Nov 3, 2010:
Therapy dogs have been assisting the handicapped and disabled for decades, but recently there has been a rise in the canines providing comfort to children diagnosed with autism.
Nov 2, 2010:
Patients of Drs John and Tracy Taddey are exposed to something special when they go in for their annual dental checkup.
Oct 31, 2010:
While the economy seems to be turning around at the moment, there are still millions of people across the country who are suffering. And, for pet parents, the financial responsibilities that come with taking care of an animal can sometimes be overwhelming.
Oct 31, 2010:
A baby seal that was rescued in the Channel Islands is doing well at the moment, BBC News reports.
Oct 31, 2010:
A huge whale rescue effort is currently underway in Scotland, with authorities hoping to save more than two dozen of the beautiful marine creatures, Animal Friends UK reports.
Oct 27, 2010:
A deer was rescued by officials after winding up in a swimming pool in Georgia, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Oct 27, 2010:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) has saved countless human lives, but the procedure was able to rescue one lucky little canine as well.
Oct 27, 2010:
It's safe to say that one of the most exciting holidays for pet parents may be Halloween. The occasion gives people a chance to dress up their pooches and parade them around town.
Oct 25, 2010:
Only between 10 and 20 percent of pets are adopted from shelters or rescues, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). The Muttville Senior Dog Rescue group is just one of many organizations dedicated to increasing this percentage.
Oct 20, 2010:
October winners for the Shelter Fan Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Holiday Shelter+ Challenge - together with Petfinder.com, were announced today. Submissions for the November Shelter Fan Photo Contest begin Thursday, October 21!
Oct 18, 2010:
A California dog who was saved at the eleventh hour is making a speedy recovery, the Orange County Register reports.
Oct 1, 2010:
A British dog who left a shelter two years ago recently performed a rescue of his own, Pet Healthcare reports.
Sep 28, 2010:
Logan Erickson was diagnosed with autism when he was two years old, and he had never spoken a single word. That all changed one day after the Iditarod race in Alaska.
Sep 24, 2010:
Actress Katherine Heigl's love of animals may be what prompted her latest act, pledging $1 million to help Los Angeles, California rescue shelters.
Sep 24, 2010:
Dog poop - it isn't pretty, but at the end of the day, someone has to deal with it.
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 17, 2010:
Jordin Sparks wooed the world during the sixth season of American Idol, yet the adorable singer admits she still experiences stage fright. However, Sparks spoke with OK! Magazine and explained that an unlikely creature has helped her battle her butterflies - her 9-month-old puppy, Miles.
Sep 14, 2010:
With New York Fashion Week in full swing, some of the city's best dressed have been since prancing around town - on all paws that is.
Sep 13, 2010:
Judy Wolff is a personal trainer who spends her days helping people getting in shape. But when her beloved dog Tucker suffered from paralysis, helping him walk again became her priority. She recently wrote a book about her experience caring for her dog.
Sep 8, 2010:
Actress Nicollette Sheridan has teamed up with PETCO and Natural Balance Pet Foods to help raise money for National Guide Dog Awareness Month, PeoplePets.com reports.
Sep 7, 2010:
One of the best aspects of the summer for school-age children is going to camp. The program offers youngsters a place to relax, mingle and enjoy some time away from home.
Sep 3, 2010:
Americans view their pets as being a part of the family and often bring them on vacations and trips so they can enjoy some rest and relaxation as well.
Aug 24, 2010:
In the United States, lifeguards are required to save swimmers who are in need of help, but in Italy, four-legged friends are putting their best paw forward as well.
Aug 23, 2010:
It's incredible when injured people accomplish physically-demanding tasks, but one special animal rescue dog showed how determined she was in the face of being disabled.
Aug 19, 2010:
Corky, an 18-year old Staffordshire Terrier, was rushed to an animal hospital because she was hemorrhaging, and was in desperate need of surgery. Doctors needed to do a blood transfusion before performing any kind of procedure. That is where Blondie, a 3-year-old yellow Labrador, came in to save the day, NJ.com reports.
Aug 19, 2010:
It looks like two new animals are leaving quite the paw print on officials at a private zoo in Taiwan. According to the Montreal Gazette, two baby ligers, which are hybrids between lions and tigresses, are resting comfortably after making their entrance into the world this week.
Aug 18, 2010:
One Florida bear is quite the lucky creature at the moment. According to CNN.com, a black cub that had a jar stuck on his head for at least 10 days is now free to eat, drink and be merry.
Aug 10, 2010:
It looks like one animal shelter will be able to provide its residents with a little extra care.
Jul 28, 2010:
While obesity is a prime concern for many Americans, weight gain is hitting alarming levels in the United Kingdom - for dogs.
Jul 23, 2010:
During the hot days of summer, little pooches can get dehydrated quickly. Now, people who want to help animals can offer their four-legged friends more than a bland drink of water.
Jul 15, 2010:
Some dogs surprise their owners with neat tricks, but a pooch's undiscovered talent wound up saving his life.
Jul 1, 2010:
Three years ago the Blake family's county was struck by torrential downpours that led to flooding. One evening they had let their cat, Fudge, outside, but when the floods struck they thought he was lost for good.
Jun 30, 2010:
A precious pooch named Shirley is leaving quite the paw print on a young girl's life. According to the Daily Mail, the canine came to six-year-old Rebecca Farrar's rescue when she went into diabetic shock.
Jun 26, 2010:
A British cat named Oscar currently has quite the interesting paw print. According to the Huffington Post, the 2 1/2-year-old feline, whose hind legs were mangled in an accident last year, is now sporting a set of prosthetic paws.
Jun 21, 2010:
Tracy Davis and Michael Zambori met in 1989 and bonded over their love for helping animals. Together they maintain a 15-acre property that has become the home to many rescued animals over the last 10 years, DigitalBurg.com reports.
Jun 18, 2010:
Two pit bulls, a male named Brawn and a female named Brains, are recovering nicely at an animal shelter in Palm Beach County, Florida, after an unbelievable journey, WPBF 25 reports.
Jun 17, 2010:
Animal rights activists who want to save animals may get a kick out of this latest tale.
Jun 15, 2010:
While a dog's impact on humans is often emotional, people often forget that a canine's paw print can save our lives.
Jun 7, 2010:
It looks like Lou Reed truly took a walk on the wild side. BBC News reports that the iconic crooner tried to help animals this weekend by organizing a concert geared towards a surprising audience - canines.
Jun 4, 2010:
West Hollywood has jumped on the animal rights bandwagon as they are now restricting the sale of dogs and cats in retail stores, reports MSNBC.
Jun 4, 2010:
Losing a pet can be a stressful time. Not knowing whether or not they're safe and if they'll ever return can be very difficult for a family. But when a pet is found and returned it can be a joyous occasion, Gwynne Wicks found out recently, reports Gothamist.com.
Jun 1, 2010:
Grayson is a five year old toy schnauzer with a heart of gold. He is one of only a handful of disaster stress relief dogs who aid victims of natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes, reports the Savannah Morning News.
May 28, 2010:
A lot of animal activists spend their time trying to help canines, but sometimes it's the dogs that help them.
May 26, 2010:
Baby showers often bring in gifts, but we have a feeling one Wisconsin mama wasn't able to register for hers.
May 24, 2010:
The chances of a mare giving birth to healthy twin foals are almost nil, but two sets of the baby horses in the United Kingdom may have miraculously beat the odds. To top it off, they were born days apart.
May 21, 2010:
Calamity Jane, a three-legged golden retriever, sensed something was wrong at the home next door and she took action, reports the Star-Telegram.
May 20, 2010:
A dog named Pebbles was quite the sight for workers at a rock quarry in Florida when they realized she had eight newborn puppies with her, reports Peoplepets.com.
May 18, 2010:
The first annual Tail-Waggers Strut recently took place in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, to help raise money for the Crossings Animal Sanctuary, reports BucksLocalNews.com.
May 17, 2010:
Pet owners all think their pooch is the smartest canine on the block, but one California man may be able to prove it. According to WLWT.com, Sydnee, an Australian Shepherd who lives in Santa Barbara, can count to ten.
May 17, 2010:
The True Blue Animal Shelter has cared for countless animals and has helped them regain their health and happiness, reports The Magnolia Potpourri.
May 13, 2010:
Whales are beautiful and mysterious creatures, but us humans prefer for them to stay out to sea. When the mammoth animals wander to the shoreline, they may die without animal rescue efforts.
May 12, 2010:
Jane Lynch is best known from her performance as the hilarious gym teacher Sue Sylvester on Glee, but it looks like the funnylady gets serious when it comes to animals.
May 12, 2010:
Frankie, a Boston bull terrier from Michigan, was reunited with his owners after a four month journey that took him to the suburbs outside of Chicago, reports the Chicago Tribune.
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 7, 2010:
When floods hit Dyersburg, Tennessee, the ASPCA swooped into action and helped save many pets, to help rescue countless animals from the around the community and a shelter as well, reports the Dyersburg State Gazette.
May 7, 2010:
Pearl is a three year old Labrador retriever who found her calling after the recent earthquake in Haiti left people scrambling to find their loved ones, reports the Contra Costa Times.
May 5, 2010:
We all think our pets are the best, but it looks like one pint-sized pony has the credentials to back up this claim.
May 5, 2010:
May is National Bike Month, which means scores of cyclists will be hitting the open road. Still, people with pooches may long to take their furry friends along for the ride.
May 4, 2010:
Ocelot Atlanta LLC recently announced that a portion of the sales from their book, A Golfer's Tail, will be donated to a no-kill animal shelter.
May 3, 2010:
As the summer approaches, many parents are searching for ways to keep their kids entertained and occupied while school is out. An animal camp is the perfect solution for students who love their furry friends, reports the Calgary Herald.
May 3, 2010:
In the town of Collinsville, Oklahoma, even pets have been hit by the economic downturn, according to Tulsa World.
May 1, 2010:
The staff at the National Zoo was thrilled when they thought that Mei Xiang, their female giant panda, was expecting a cub. However, after examining her and analyzing her behavior, it appears that Mei Xiang will not be giving birth anytime soon.
May 1, 2010:
When a hunter in Florida found three infant bobcats alone in the woods, he brought them to a nearby veterinarian, who eventually found a home for the furry felines at Big Cat Rescue, an animal rescue agency in Tampa, according to the LA Times.
Apr 30, 2010:
Morning commuters in New York got a surprise Wednesday and Thursday mornings, as a plucky pit bull ran through rush hour traffic for eight hours.
Apr 27, 2010:
Animal rescue proponents and those who adore animals of every size are likely to go crazy for a horse that was born in New Hampshire last week.
Apr 26, 2010:
Most dog owners would do anything to save their beloved pooch from harm. What we often don't realize is that our canines would do the same for us, too.
Apr 23, 2010:
Jennifer Lopez's new film, The Back-Up Plan, is the first movie the actress has appeared in since she had her twins. But, we're guessing that the three dogs who played the role of her special-needs pet may steal more than one scene from the gorgeous actress.
Apr 20, 2010:
Cat owners are likely to have heard about tracking microchips that can be implanted in their furry friends and activated in case their feline becomes lost. Though the chips are a nice safety feature, many people are hesitant to put a high-tech device in their cat when cranking a can opener will usually produce the desired result!
Apr 16, 2010:
One couple in New Zealand, Kate Gatonyi and her partner Bevan Garland, were annoyed when their cat Maceo awoke them by walking on their faces with wet paws. But, it seems that their furry friend knew exactly what he was doing!
Apr 16, 2010:
You know that your cat would recognize your mug anywhere, but until science proved that kitties were as attached to their owners as any canine creature, we're sure that there would have been some naysayers in the crowd.
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 14, 2010:
The only member of the one Montana family who has nine lives helped the whole clan cheat death after detecting a dangerous gas leak as the household slept.
Apr 14, 2010:
Some dogs love riding in cars. As soon as they hear their owners' car keys jingle or jangle, their ears will prick up, their tails will begin to wag, and they're likely to make a beeline for the family vehicle.
Apr 12, 2010:
Nearly every neighborhood has at least one surly canine that mailmen dread approaching and children avoid. But in Farsley, England, the furry creature terrorizing the local postman is none other than a house cat!
Apr 8, 2010:
To play donkey basketball, or not to play donkey basketball? That is the question being debated by school officials, a local business owner and an animal rights activists in Snohomish, Washington.
Apr 8, 2010:
Dogs seem to love the summertime – and for good reason. Owners are more inclined to take, long, leisurely walks with their pets in the evening, or let their dogs accompany them on a fun hike or a road trip. And what pooch wouldn't appreciate lazy summer afternoons spent lounging in the yard?
Apr 6, 2010:
Kay Harrison of Tonopah, Arizona, was walking her dog Sammy, when the pooch seemed to notice something in the foliage nearby. The canine paused, and wouldn't let Harrison take another step, according to AZcentral.com.
Apr 6, 2010:
When relating with other humans, it can be easy to pick out who is a loner, a drama queen, a workaholic or a braggart. But, are these traits as easily identifiable in animals?
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 31, 2010:
If cats do indeed have nine lives, one generous feline had no problem donating one to give her owner a second life of his own.
Mar 26, 2010:
When Lia Markwick and Stephen Winslade took Poppy, a 3-year-old Springer spaniel, for a walk on England's south coast, they didn't expect their afternoon to become so dramatic.
Mar 25, 2010:
The Wisconsin Humane Society had been hoping to raise about $6 million to build a new animal shelter on the west side of Saukville. Earlier this week, the animal rights group took a huge leap toward achieving that goal when Saukville residents John and Elizabeth Feith donated $1 million to the project.
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 22, 2010:
We're all familiar with gym rats, but are beavers the rodents most truly dedicated to their fitness regimens? One beaver in Spokane, Washington, has been living at his gym for a year, undiscovered – and he wasn't even paying dues.
Mar 22, 2010:
You'd think that sprinting into blazing houses and saving people from collapsing buildings would be enough the fill the day for the firefighters in Somerset, England. But the heroes of the Somerset Fire Rescue Service have also recently averaged about 10 animal rescues each month!
Mar 18, 2010:
When Army veteran Dave Sharpe returned from serving in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, he had difficulty acclimating to civilian life, and became depressed as a result of post-traumatic stress disorder, according to FoxNews.com.
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:
Followers of Mike Tyson know that the boxer can be a beast in the ring, and viewers of the comedy hit The Hangover know if his fondness for tigers.
Mar 15, 2010:
Many shop owners enjoy having their pets keep them company after hours, but we're betting that Robert Rosin and George Kaufmann regretted their decision to let Sollie, Kaufmann's golden retriever, hang out in their jewlry store.
Mar 12, 2010:
Taking home a new kitten or puppy is likely to inspire the shutterbug in anyone. New pet owners, like new parents, often feel compelled to document all of the doings of the latest addition to their family.
Mar 12, 2010:
Chalk it up to an identity crisis or a gross misunderstanding of the principles of biology, but one thing's for sure - someone has to tell the one-year-old hen Mable that she didn't give birth to a litter of puppies!
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 10, 2010:
Anyone who gets his or her information about the animal kingdom from Cartoon Network may think that the relationship between dogs and cats is irreparably damaged by the frequent and creative use of anvils, mallets and dynamite.
Mar 9, 2010:
Sure, they may claw at your furniture, hide from the vacuum cleaner and be duped by a piece of string - but sometimes you've got to admit - cats know breast.
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?
Mar 4, 2010:
For certain crimes, offenders are added to a list, which is open to the public, that catalogues the names and whereabouts of the criminals.
Mar 4, 2010:
In a real-life tale that mirrors the story of Little Orphan Annie, a five-year-old, abandoned on the streets, was able to make a name for himself on the Broadway stage. But there's one key difference - this little orphan was a terrier named Fred.
Mar 3, 2010:
When a crisis made it necessary for a family to drop off their beloved dog, a five-year-old shepherd mix named Hayley, at the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County in Washington State, they never thought that they'd see their friendly pet again.
Mar 2, 2010:
Oscar season is approaching, which has many movie buffs focusing on their favorite films.
Mar 2, 2010:
Most people learn CPR so that they can save the life of a friend or loved one if the need arises. However, the skill could also enable you to help animals!
Mar 1, 2010:
With their constant attention, unconditional affection and limitless energy, animals can brighten our days in a number of ways. But can they actually brighten our homes with an efficient, if foul-smelling, source of power?
Feb 27, 2010:
Small dog owners know that good things come in small packages. But have you ever wondered where the teeny tiny canines originated?
Feb 27, 2010:
The next time your cat clambers up a tree and refuses to come down, remember that they could be acting on self-preserving instincts, and that your feline friend's ability to scamper up to the highest branch may correlate to a longer life.
Feb 25, 2010:
When a dog sniffs out your slippers on Sunday morning, he might get a tender pat on the head, but when he uses his snout to track down explosives - maybe he should get an extra treat.
Feb 24, 2010:
The aptly named Giant George is a Great Dane who was recently appointed the title of world's largest dog by the Guinness Book of World records.
Feb 23, 2010:
Most people would not think of elephants as quiet animals – everything from their trumpeting trunks to their heavy tread announces their arrival - but new research from elephant experts at the San Diego Zoo suggests that the large, gentle creatures have a subtle language all their own, which is inaudible to the human ear.
Feb 22, 2010:
Pets live the good life. They get dinner scraps, comfy beds, unpaid room and board, and ask for little in return except a loving hand to stroke their heads and a warm spot to sit in. And when a dog or cat proves that they can do more than fetch the Sunday paper or keep squirrels away from the bird feeder, they get recognized as a Pet Hero by the USA Today.
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 19, 2010:
When Myra Amado of Wareham, Mass, heard strange noises that sounded like crying coming from her back yard, she searched for the source for two days to no avail. Finally, she looked in an out-of-the-way spot near a shed and found a tiny kitten with its head poking out of a t-shaped pipe, according to MSNBC.com.
Feb 18, 2010:
Anyone who thinks that black cats are unlucky has not heard about the fortunate feline in Scotland who was able to locate an animal rescue center with its head stuck in a can of food.
Feb 18, 2010:
A group of over 2,500 dogs comprised of 173 different breeds (and their owners) strutted their stuff at the 134th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show earlier this week, but the title of best in show officially went to Sadie, a four-year old Scottish terrier.
Feb 16, 2010:
Today a resident of West Hollywood could have dropped into a local pet store to buy themselves a kitten or puppy; next month, they may not have that option.
Feb 16, 2010:
Is your cat trying to tell you something? Stereotypes suggest that dogs are more expressive than their feline counterparts, but a new study reveals that cats are just as communicative as man's best friend.
Feb 11, 2010:
It doesn't take a cape and super powers to be a hero. In fact, it doesn't take opposable thumbs or language capabilities either. On Saturday, February 13, a police dog named Boomer will be inducted into the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association Hero Animal Hall of Fame.
Feb 9, 2010:
When a group of fifth-grade students at the Notre Dame Regional School in, Landisville, New Jersey, organized a drive for animal food, they got even more out of the experience than just the personal satisfaction that comes from helping animals.
Feb 8, 2010:
In Colorado, shopping till you drop is for the dogs.
