Rescuing Dogs & Cats from the War in Ukraine Is an International Effort
The war in Ukraine has had a devastating impact on millions of lives, both human and animal. Heres how animal rescue organizations are saving dogs…
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The Gentle Touch: Teaching Kids How to Pet a Dog
Children and dogs can be playmates, partners in crime, and best friends, but children must learn appropriate, gentle, and safe behavior with dogs. Even the…
How Shelters Are Dealing with Returned “Pandemic Pets”
Dog and cat adoptions skyrocketed during the pandemic, but now that life is going back to normal, a lot of these animals are being returned…
How reiki helps heal shelter animals
Dogs and cats often arrive at shelters in a rough state, due to neglect, abuse or abandonment. Reiki is a calming, non-invasive healing modality that…
Providing pandemic aid to animal shelters
Since the start of the pandemic, SPCA International has donated $645,000 and countless resources to dozens of shelters in six continents through its Shelter Support Fund.…
Shelters and rescues for senior dogs and cats – an inside look
A growing number of shelters and rescues focus on senior dogs and cats. Take a look at what these organizations do, some of the challenges…
How animal shelters and rescues have been affected by COVID-19
In times like these, it’s important to take notice of the good happening in the world. As we continue to struggle with COVID-19, thousands of…
Not-for-profit coalition offers support to animal caretakers during COVID-19
PAWresponse, a nationwide not-for-profit coalition, is connecting animal caretakers with “helpers” during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the nation’s healthcare workers and victims of the crisis…
How social media is saving dogs
From Facebook to YouTube, social media platforms are being used by rescues and shelters around the world to help the dogs in their care. Social…
Animal Reiki — attracting more attention as a healing modality
Once dismissed as bogus, Reiki is being brought into shelters, veterinary clinics and other animal facilities as an effective way to enhance healing and well-being…
How blankets help rescue dogs
Quality blankets can help rescue and foster dogs through the entire rescue process – from arriving at the shelter to settling into their new homes.…
Sound-absorbing panels in shelters keep dogs calmer
Some animal shelters are investing in sound-absorbing panels that help reduce the stress of their four-legged residents. Barking-induced stress is a universal problem in animal…
