All 570 greyhounds freed from closed dog racing track have found homes
Weeks ago we told you about one of the most unexpected effects the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the animal world: it closed down the last of the Florida dog racing tracks. While this was ...
Seals at sanctuary start to get lonely during closure — until they get a visit from some dogs
Virtually all businesses have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including those responsible for animals. Social distancing regulations have forced places like animal shelters and zoos to adapt, balancing the safety of their human employees ...
Lonely shelter chihuahua tucks himself into bed every night
There are so many dogs in shelters just waiting for their forever home. It can be a lonely place, and without any family to give them love they have to find their own comfort. One ...
Woman constructs a backyard for rescue dog who never had one of his own
All dogs deserve their own backyard to run around and play in, but sadly not all of them get to have one. But one woman knew how much a yard would make a difference for ...
Furniture maker designs king-sized beds with a built-in space for pets, and dog owners love it
It’s a universal truth among dog owners: no matter how much you spend on that special doggy bed, they’ll still want to crawl into your room to sleep with you. As much as we want ...
Meet Eris, the dog with the biggest snout in the world
One of the things we love about social media is that there are so many amazing pet photos. Many animals become viral stars for their one-of-a-kind unique looks. That’s the case for one beautiful dog, ...
Pilots volunteer to transport service puppies across the country after airlines can’t
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a massive impact on all of our daily lives. Virtually every business and service has had to adjust to a world of social distancing. Some of the impacts are unexpected. ...
Lonely dog who waited 1,076 days in shelter is thrilled to finally have a forever home
There are so many dogs in shelters just waiting for someone to come along and give them a forever home, but sadly some have to wait longer than others. One mistreated dog waited three years ...
Sniffer dogs are being trained to detect COVID-19 in airport passengers
As the world still reckons with the COVID-19 pandemic, the big question on everyone’s mind is how we can begin to return to our normal lives without risking our health or causing another spike in ...
Old dog is chained up and abandoned by her owners — fends for herself until help finally comes
There’s nothing worse than abandoning your pet. Not only do you put their lives at risk by leaving them to fend for themselves, but they’ll be heartbroken, always wondering when you’ll return. And yet people ...