A new study has found that outings and temporary fostering stays increased shelter dogs’ likelihood of adoption by five and over 14 times, respectively.
Category: Solutions to helping animals
Who should speak for animals?
A study examining what it means to speak for animals and who can reliably represent animal interests.
Signs of Heat Stroke in Pets
It is not just a long, hot summer for humans–pets are suffering too. Like humans, pets are at risk from exposure to excessive heat. Here are signs to watch for in your pets who may be experiencing heat stroke. Next are solutions to prevent overheating in pets.
To the Rescue with Artisan Bee Hotels
“Solitary bees are enjoying new digs in Barbosa, Colombia, where tiny hotels built by the Aburra Valley Metropolitan Authority provide … More
How to Stop Your Cat from Hunting Wildlife, Birds: New Study
The results of a new study reveal the solution to a problem many cat owners have: How do you stop cats from hunting birds and other wildlife during their outdoor time?
New Discovery to Help Threatened Desert Tortoises
A discovery from a new study reveals a key factor in helping relocated endangered tortoises survive the move.
Collateral Damage Pets Get a Rescue Plan
The Animal Rescue League (ARL) of Boston plans to try to keep a roof over the heads of the Boston area’s animals, offering anyone now facing eviction due to Covid-related income loss the chance to temporarily put their furry friends up in a foster home.
First Dolphin Sanctuary for Rescued Captive Dolphins
A team of scientists is building a first of its kind dolphin sanctuary in Greece. The sanctuary will be home to dolphins released from captivity from marine life parks and house marine animals threatened by the 8 million tons of plastic waste dumped into the ocean each year.
Should Elephants Get Person Status?
We are in the midst of a movement among some scientists, animal advocates and philosophers arguing that elephant intelligence and social capabilities justifies classifying them as having “personhood”.
FIREPAW TV Segment: Live, Streaming and On-Demand
FIREPAW co-founders are making a return appearance on the Schenectady Today television show with host Ann Parillo.
The FIREPAW produced television segment, “Helping Animals and Their People” focuses on animal-friendly rental housing from both the renter’s and rental property owner’s perspective.
1 Million Animals at Risk of Extinction and Solutions for Reversing It
The news is grave coming out of the recent United Nations report: A million animals on our planet are at risk of extinction due to human behavior. The only good news to come out of the report is that there has been worldwide media coverage on the findings–hopefully inspiring the general public and especially political leaders to pass legislation to stop the human behaviors that have put so many creatures in harms way. Some solutions offered here.
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