Thankfully, the virus lock-down has not meant that animals needing homes are blocked from being placed with new loving families.
Category: Animal Caregivers
Dogs Follow Caretaker to Hospital, Wait for His Release
Dogs in south Brazil took their loyalty to the next level when they followed their pack leader—a homeless man—all the way to hospital.
Stray Dogs Go to Church–To Find Their Forever Home
Every Sunday the church welcomes not only its parishioners but stray dogs, too. Father João Paulo Araujo Gomes is at the helm of this heartwarming act; he invites pups from off the streets to be part of weekend Mass in hopes that attendees will want to take them home.
Animal Shelter Workers, Vets at Increased Risk for Mental Health Problems, Suicide
New study confirms that animal shelter workers and veterinarians are at an increased risk for depression, anxiety, compassion fatigue, burnout and even suicide.
Owning a Dog is in Your Genes: New Twin Study
New genetic research on twins suggest the choice of getting a dog is heavily influenced by an individual’s genetic make-up.
Majority Of Veterinarians Report Widespread Moral Distress: Study
Some disturbing results have emerged from a recent study focusing on the emotional conflicts and stress experienced by veterinarians… – … More
Rescuer Arrested, Charged for Helping Animals during Hurricane
This story really speaks for itself… She gave medicine to pets she rescued from Hurricane Florence. She was arrested … More
Cat Grandpa: Animal Shelter Volunteer Extraordinaire
Internet Is in Love With the “Cat Grandpa” Who Naps With Kitties at His Local Shelter Animal shelter volunteers … More
Rescued, Blind Elephants Comforted by Piano Playing
Since moving to Thailand 20 years ago, professional pianist Paul Barton has found a way to pair a passion for animals with … More
Caring for Pets of the Homeless
Homeless people with pets are usually criticized and sometimes turned away from shelters. But that’s starting to change. Homeless people … More
Coming together to save the sea turtle is starting to pay off
When it comes to saving sea turtles–and other endangered species–it turns out that there are no efforts too small. New … More
The Animals of Natural Disasters
Natural disasters like the recent hurricanes can take a terrible toll on animals–and their humans…’In 1999, Hurricane Floyd caused 2.9 … More
