Security Camera Captures Clever Dog Sneaking Out of Animal Shelter
“He’s smart and determined to be with people!” Tiki, a 9-year-old senior dog with a knack for escape artistry, has proven that nothing can stand between him and his love…
Dog Holding a Sign at the Airport Finally Experiences the Moment He Waited Months For
Someone very special was landing. This is Frederico Alfredo, a lovable dog who volunteers as a therapy animal at hospitals near his home in Brazil. Alongside his owner, Jamili Saade,…
Pet neglect at ‘crisis’ record high, says shelter
A “perfect storm” of increased dog ownership during the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent cost of living crisis has left a dog rescue shelter in Wales overwhelmed. Hope Rescue, located…
Pet dogs often overlooked as spreader of antimicrobial-resistant Salmonella
Antibiotic-resistant Salmonella is a serious public health concern that has increased in recent years as the bacteria have developed ways to survive drugs. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease…
Abandoned ‘festive pets’ reaches six-year high
The RSPCA has been caring for its “thinnest dog” as it dealt with a record number of abandoned animals over the festive period. On New Year’s Day, 43 abandonment incidents…
Drug-resistant hookworms put pets and people at risk
Canine hookworms are becoming increasingly resistant to drugs across Australia, according to new research. Scientists at The University of Queensland and The University of Sydney have identified widespread resistance to…
The Heartwarming and Heartbreaking Journey of Fostering Abandoned Pets
Animal charities like the RSPCA rely heavily on foster carers to provide temporary homes for pets in need. With shelters often at capacity and some animals struggling in those environments,…
Friendly Dog Found Waiting in a Parking Lot with a Heartbreaking Note
“We had no choice.” When employees at the Arizona Humane Society (AHS) discovered a dog tied up in the parking lot of their Sunnyslope campus, their hearts sank. Abandonments outside…
Introducing the Danish-Swedish Farmdog: The Newest Addition to the American Kennel Club
NEW YORK (AP) — The American Kennel Club (AKC) has officially welcomed the Danish-Swedish farmdog to its prestigious lineup of recognized breeds, making it eligible for competition in some of…
Once Unable to Lift His Head, Shelter Puppy Learns to Run with Love and Care
“e is playing with his foster siblings and learning what love is.” When Furby first arrived at Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) from a local shelter, his future seemed uncertain. The…