Monthly Archive for: "April, 2019"
Episode 89 – Janine Duffy
Janine Duffy shares with us her passion for Koalas. We talk with her about prevention and conservation and how the little things make a huge impact. It’s estimated that with the help of international tourists that 3,000 koala trees will be planted in the year 2019 near Melbourne. Listen in as we learn more from Janine and the different ways you can help. Rachael Read more »
Horses ARE NOT Colorblind
Animal Fact: Horses Are Not Colorblind Horses are beautiful creatures to look at, and thousands of fanatics enjoy riding them or showing them every year. A male horse is called a stallion and a female horse is a mare. Horses which have been tamed usually live to be around 25 years old. However, the oldest domestic horse on record was Old Billy, who died at the age of 62. Another good fact about horses is, when they are seen standing up, don’t assume they are awake! These creatures can sleep either standing up or lying down. A group of horses will […] Read more »
National Kids and Pets Day
National Kids and Pets Day National kids and pets day was created in 2005 by Colleen Paige, a mother, former EMT/Medic, and an expert in celebrities, families, and pet lifestyles. Paige established this day in order to recognize the bond between children and animals and to help bring awareness to pets that are still waiting to find their forever homes. This holiday was intended to educate people about the necessary safety that should occur between children and pets. Is your family thinking about adopting a pet? That’s great! Pets make incredible companions to children and can teach them many lessons […] Read more »
Toucans Curl Into Little Balls When They Sleep
Animal Fact: Toucans curl into little balls when they sleep There are about 40 different species of toucans. They live in tropical and sub-tropical jungle regions, they are native to southern Mexico in Central America, the northern areas of South America, and the Caribbean region. Toucans are renown for their large colorful bills. At 8 inches (20 cm) they have the longest bill of any bird in the world. The relatively small wings of the toucan mean they are not very good at flying. This is fine by them though, they often don’t move far, and usually hop between branches using curved […] Read more »
Animal Shelter of the Week – Episode 13 – Somerset Regional Animal Shelter in New Jersey
Somerset Regional Animal Shelter goes above and beyond for the 1,500 animals per year that they take in, including cats, dogs, rabbits, and other animals. The shelter provides 24/7 animal control services to Bridgewater, Manville, and Green Brook New Jersey, as well as providing animal adoptions, trap- neuter-returns, and animal surrender services. In addition to those services, they also provide microchipping, behavior and training advice, and lost pet services. Rachael Read more »
Animal Rescue of the Week: Episode 12 – FUR BAE in Washington
FurBae is an animal rescue organization that offers many services for the dogs that they help to rescue from Qatar, including the “Flying Buddy” program. If you are taking a trip to L.A., FurBae will arrange for you to take a dog back on the plane back with you (even if you aren’t adopting), so that each dog can have company on the journey to his or her new home. In addition to the Flying Buddy program, FurBae offers adoptions and foster home opportunities. Rachael Read more »
Episode 88 – Tammi Armstrong
Tammi Armstrong, a Transport Coordinator with Second Chance Rescue in NYC joins us today to talk about her start in animal rescue less than a year ago. Like many of us, she fell into this industry and never looked back. She has definitely found her passion in life and has helped coordinate well over 300 transports to date. Tammi enjoys meeting new people, building relationships and of course, saving lives! Rachael Read more »
National Lost Dogs Awareness Day
National Lost Dogs Awareness Day National Lost Dogs Awareness Day was first celebrated on April 23rd, 2014 after Susan Taney and Kathy Pobloskie, the directors of Lost Dogs Illinois and Lost Dogs of Wisconsin, created the holiday. The two established the day in order to bring attention to all of the dogs that get lost each year, but also to celebrate the joy of lost dogs that are reunited with their families. Finding A Lost Pet Have you lost your pet? We know this can be a time of constant stress and uncertainty. Pets are like our family members, and when […] Read more »