We were at the animal shelter, and although we’d always had good luck adopting a pet this way in the past, today it felt like a scene from Prison Break. As one dog banged his water bowl against the bars, 40 others barked obscenities and snapped at the air. “I don’t think today’s the day,” … Read more
Amazon When it comes to creating a safe haven for your chickens, it can feel the list of supplies can be never-ending. From creating the perfect DIY chicken coop (or ordering one online!) to making sure you got all the perfect toys for your roost, you can end up shopping at a lot of places. … Read more
GREENFIELD, Ind. — Some residents of a Greenfield neighborhood haven’t had mail delivered in weeks and it’s all because of a series of vicious dog attacks, according to the United States Postal Service. “Due to ongoing and unresolved issues with loose dogs in the area including Stevens Court and the 1000 block of Noble Street, … Read more
‘Buddy’s Law’ named for dog burned by child Buddy recovered and is now living with veterinarian who treated him Updated: 4:09 PM CDT May 19, 2022 A new Mississippi law is named for a dog that survived being set on fire.Gov. Tate Reeves signed Senate Bill 2245, known as “Buddy’s Law,” during a ceremony Thursday. … Read more
Dogs are known for being among the most expressive animals. But one canine Tiktok star appears to feel a little more than most other dogs, if a recent viral video is anything to go by. The video, posted by @eltonthegoldenretriever, is a 16-second clip that shows the golden retriever curled up in the lap of … Read more
Say hello to Bittle – he isn’t as dangerous-looking as his elder brother, the Boston Dynamics robot dog Spot. In fact, Bittle’s name rhymes with ‘little’ for a reason. Weighing just 10.2 ounces (290 grams) and measuring a mere 7.9 inches from nose to tail, Bittle is quite literally palm-sized… although don’t let its diminutive … Read more
After months of tensions, the Anderson County Commission unanimously decided Monday to hire a veterinary director, install cameras and create a new advisory committee to address concerns about euthanization of cats and dogs at the county animal shelter. Public concerns about the how many animals were being put down and by what method reached a … Read more
One of the most striking links with domestic abuse is animal cruelty. I’ve seen in court cases that abusers harm or threaten to harm a beloved pet in front of their partner and their children. It’s terrifying – and it couldn’t be a clearer example of coercive and controlling behavior designed to intimidate victims to … Read more
Dog owners are urging others to test their canines’ immunity against the distemper virus, which has left some pets fighting for their life. The virus is a highly contagious disease spread through airborne exposure and direct contact. It has no cure and affects a canine’s respiratory, gastrointestinal and central nervous systems. The disease cannot be … Read more
(Riverton, WY) – Records were broken at last weekend’s Bureau of Land Management/Wyoming Honor Farm wild horse and burro adoption. More than 250 people were in attendance while 55 animals gentled by inmate trainers found new homes. Saturday’s event also marked the first in-person adoption at the Honor Farm since September 2019. The high bid … Read more