A Sheffield assistance dog charity is ramping up its efforts to give unwanted dogs a second chance, by increasing its recruitment from rescue centres. Support Dogs aims to bolster the number of rescue dogs it uses to help autistic children, adults with epilepsy, and adults with a physical disability to live safer and more independent lives. The charity is a champion for dogs who need a second chance, having sourced one in four of their dogs since 1992 from rescue centres, pounds, or owners who...
Home is not just a place, but a feeling.” This truth resonates deeply in the story of a small street dog in India, who found not just shelter but a sense of belonging with a couple. Jalebi, named for the sweet Indian treat, faced daunting challenges on the harsh streets, yet her life was transformed by the kindness of those once strangers, now her couple. This is their story. Cuts And Bites The couple had come to India for a
The loveable pets, who are being looked after at the rehoming centre in York Road, range from youngsters to older dogs looking for retirement homes. This month, our round-up includes Lenny, a gorgeous three-year-old Great Dane who is looking for a home with people keen to do some training with him. Sign up for our free newsletters today Dogs Trust volunteers work closely with members of the public and wardens to rehome pups in need. Here are 11 of the dogs up for adoption this month –
ALISON Hammond fought back tears on For the Love of Dogs after being moved by pooch’s catastrophic injury. The TV presenter – who took over from Paul O’Grady – returned for
The charity homes the animals, some of which arrived as they could no longer be cared for by their previous owner, at a centre in East Ardsley. Sign up to our free newsletters today Regardless of how they end up there, the animals are cared for until a new home can be found. The RSPCA also offers advice to people who already own pets but may be struggling to cope with the cost of food or healthcare. This week, they include one-year-old Sam, a kitten who was found locked up in a pet carrier next...
Children with additional needs wait an average of 11 months longer in care than their peers and voluntary adoption agencies (VAAs) are urgently looking for people who can offer them a permanent and loving home. Local adoption charity and voluntary adoption agency, Adoption Matters, is among 21 VAAs from all over the UK who have together created a guide for people considering adoption containing helpful information and advice from parents who have already adopted children with additional needs....
The Polish Hunting Dog is a medium hound, originally bred in the 13th century. In total, the Kennel Club now recognises 223 breeds of pedigreee dog
Families hoping to adopt dogs seized from a North Country animal rescue get a chance to meet some of the pups up for adoption. The Executive Director of Elmore SPCA and the President of the Shelter’s Board of Directors join us to talk about how the 49 dogs seized in late February are doing since being housed and cared for the past 8 weeks in a vacant cell unit at the Clinton County Jail. They also talk about how interested […]
In the quiet of night, a Howard Beach family’s life was shattered by a sudden, terrifying sound: a gunshot. The unexpected blast not only fractured the peace but also struck at the heart of a home, leaving a beloved Pomeranian-Husky mix named Aria fighting for her life. Here’s what happened. Midnight Terror The ordeal began unexpectedly in the middle of the night, around 1:30 AM on a Monday, when a stray bullet shattered the peace of her family’s home. This
As technology continues to advance, iPhone users are constantly seeking ways to enhance their device’s efficiency and functionality. The introduction of third-party applications like Toolbox Pro and Actions has opened up a world of possibilities for customization and automation that go beyond the built-in features of iOS. This article delves into a range of innovative […]
If you’re a dog lover (or a cat lover), there’s really only one choice on the ballot this November: Joe Biden. How owners treat their pets reveals much about their character. Joe Biden passes the test with flying colors, while Donald Trump gets an incomplete at best. In recent days we’ve been deluged with stories about how South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, a potential Trump VP pick, wrote in her soon-to-be-published book that she shot her 14-month-old wirehaired pointer pup Cricket. Cricket’s...
Peteese is a mix of all sorts! The Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter said he could be a mixture of an Aussie, Shepherd, Rottie, or Huskey. Who knows!