A man with a big heart saw a cat stuck at the bottom of a deep well and decided to help out. So he got a ladder and lowered himself down when the rescue took a surprise twist! Right as he gets to the bottom, the cat jumps up and climbs its way out freeing
Month: December 2023
A cat found in a hotel room adopted two tiny kittens after her own litter of four was saved. Erika To the surprise of the staff at Circus Circus Las Vegas, they found a cat left behind in a hotel room, all by herself. The cat turned out to be pregnant and needed a safe
Jealous Mpofu adjusted his grip on the radio telemetry antenna jutting out of the window. The midday sun caused the truck’s metal door to sting his arm, but he ignored the discomfort. As PDC’s Chief Tracker and Field Manager, Jealous uses his extensive tracking skills to help Painted Dog Conservation (PDC) trace every inch of
Our Final Verdict We give Pet Remedy’s Kitten Calming Kit a rating of 4.75 out of 5 stars. Effectiveness: 4.5/5 Uses: 5/5 Ingredients: 4.75/5 Scent: 5/5 If you’re looking for a natural way to bring more peace to your house that is safe and effective for all the furry and feathery inhabitants inside, I highly
It’s difficult to comprehend the sheer number of stray dogs around the globe. The figures are staggering and quite disheartening. Tragically, not all of these dogs are fortunate enough to be rescued or to find a permanent home. Many spend their lives enduring tough conditions on the streets. Yet occasionally, a compassionate individual steps in
A cat was seen sitting on an air conditioner off the side of a building for days. Now, his life is completely changed. Mambo the catLittleWanderersNYC Late last month, an orange and white cat was found in a precarious situation off the side of a residential building. The cat reportedly fell from the fifth floor
“Unprecedented conservation triumph”: Saiga antelope reclassified from ‘Critically Endangered’ to ‘Near Threatened’ in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. This significant positive status change reflects the species’ remarkable recovery in Kazakhstan resulting from sustained ongoing conservation efforts, but action is still needed to ensure populations continue to improve across the species’ range Today, December
Luh Meira was with her son out front of their apartment in Brazil when her kid accidentally dropped the keys down a hole near the walkway. It was a moment of panic; They wouldn’t be able to get back inside without them. The hole was far too narrow and deep to reach down into… unless
Many people start hair dye for dogs projects by just doing part or all of a dog’s tail. Credit: Coldsnowstorm | Getty Images Whole Dog Journal is reader-supported. If you purchase through links on our site we may earn a commission. Whole Dog Journal does not accept money for its food and product reviews. Whether
Russian Blues aren’t usually considered clingy cats, and during her adolescent years, Olga enjoyed her alone time more. However, even as a kitten, she didn’t like it when I left for work. I made the mistake of saying goodbye and rubbing her head, which would result in her latching onto my arm and biting me.
Do piped-in soundtracks at zoos affect the animals?Photo by Nikola Johnny Mirkovic on Unsplash Recently, I edited a special issue of the journal Interaction Studies on the subject of animal -computer interfaces. The papers centered on dogs and birds, only because two of the promised papers on, respectively, dolphins and apes failed to materialize. (Yes,
Setting down the life-sized inflatable dolphin, Dr. Vivian Kuit directed the onlookers toward the beach. A volunteer laid supine along the sand, clad in flippers and a fake dorsal fin. Marine mammals often strand themselves along Malaysia’s long coastline, and as a Scientific Officer for MareCet, leading stranding response workshops for locals is one of
A new survey by the pet people at Jollyes reveals that having a childhood pet is responsible for career success as an adult. This new study reveals nearly 80% of the top earners in the UK credit their childhood pet for their professional achievements. Here’s what Jollyes found: A striking 86% of top earners in the UK confirmed that their
A cat is reliving her days as a kitten after she was taken off the streets and had her last litter. Smooch the cat and her kittensBestFriendsFelines A couple came across a friendly cat who had been abandoned outside. The cat was very affectionate, begging them for attention. They couldn’t bear the thought of leaving
Original article published by Saiga Conservation Alliance; joint press release available here. In a rare and remarkable conservation success, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has reclassified the saiga antelope (Saiga tatarica) from Critically Endangered to Near Threatened on the Red List, signifying a substantial global recovery for the species. This positive shift,
While we’re not recommending it, sharing a potato chip with your dog is unlikely to harm him, but allowing him a lot of a salty snack may. Credit: Aleksander Georgiev | Getty Images Most spices and seasonings will not harm your dog, provided he doesn’t eat too much of them. For example, eating a handful
A Chicago cat has unbelievably survived after jumping out of the window of a burning building. The moment was caught on camera as the firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze at the apartment complex. Onlookers could only gasp as the cat jumped from the fifth-floor window. But the feline managed to safely land on its
Choosing a dog breed that minimizes the risk of allergic reactions is crucial for people with allergies. Hypoallergenic dog breeds, known for producing fewer allergens, can be a suitable option. These breeds either shed less, pay less dander, or have a coat type that traps allergens more effectively. Here are 10 dog breeds considered the
Since our humble beginnings as Cat Fancy Magazine, Catster has been dedicated to being a one-stop shop for all things ‘cat’. How did we do that? We made it our mission to provide the most comprehensive feline resources available in the world. The challenge of any mission is to never stop growing, learning, and changing.
It’s hard to think of one negative aspect of going on vacation. You get to say goodbye to the monotony of your daily work grind and head off into the sun/snow/wherever your happy place is. There’s only one reason we’d use the word “bittersweet” to define taking a well-earned holiday—leaving our pets behind! While we
A kitten was drawn to cats in a warm home and hoped to escape the cold but was too shy. The homeowner knew just the way to help him. CelineCrom It was a freezing night before the snow fell. Celine Crom went to the kitchen for a snack when she noticed her cats lined up
A cat with four ears in Turkey has won over the internet via social media. Midas’ owner, Canis Dosemeci, fell in love with her at first sight and had to have her. Worried her unique condition would lower her chances of adoption, she took the kitty home! Her condition does not affect her health or
One woman found a pit bull sitting all by herself next to a railroad track. It had been raining and the dog’s coat was covered in mud. It had a collar on that looked like a choke collar and a chain tied around its neck. The woman approached the dog but as soon as she
Dr. Karyn Kanowski, BVSc MRCVS (Vet) Karyn comes from Queensland, Australia, and has lived in the UK for the past 10 years. In 2010, she graduated from The University of Queensland School of Veterinary Science and also has a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology. She is passionate about using evidence, experience, and owner collaboration to provide
We all know that parrots are ultra-smart. We’ve seen a lot of the researched data and have had a lot of personal interaction; enough to plant it firmly that these birds are much smarter than we have ever realized in the past. We have reports of one bird, Alex, while under the tutelage of Dr.
Four “gremlin” kittens moved indoors for the first time, spending this winter in comfort and warmth. Jennifer at NewKittensOnTheBlock Last month, four little kittens were surrendered to the Humane Society for Hamilton County as strays, without a cat mother. They were around four weeks old and desperately needed a foster home. Jennifer, a volunteer for
Hi everyone, No matter if you have a dog, cat or small furry such as a rabbit, keeping your pet’s nails in good shape is an important part of being a pet guardian. And of course with many of us still in lockdown around the world this isn’t always an easy task! Are you one
Cats are fascinating animals, not only because of their silly antics but also how close they are to their wild counterparts. Domestication has only influenced 13 genes in our pets. Selective breeding has had a greater impact, yielding the 73 breeds accepted by The International Cat Association (TICA). They come in a broad spectrum of
: When people fail to teach their dogs to walk without pulling on the leash, they often resort to using pain-inflicting prong or choke collars to help manage the dog’s pulling, reducing his strength advantage. It’s far more rewarding and effective to employ a force-free trainer to teach you and your dog to stop pulling!
A kitten continued to roll over, purring even when he was in rough shape. A few weeks later, he met a cat and the family of his dreams. Cola the kittenCommunityCatClub Earlier this year, a local TNR (trap-neuter-return) group found a litter of kittens in a cat colony, two of which were in poor shape.