Animal Rescue Articles

A North Arizona professor's research into prairie dog language may lead eventually to communication devices that let us talk to our pets.

The Animal Rescue Site launched a new website this week devoted to the popular Shelter Challenge. Groups are invited to "Doggy Paddle" this new site.

Pets are known to be human's best friend. We've found them to be a source of comfort, companionship, and even a friend who experiences life's struggles with us. From cancer to diabetes, not only have they been there for us when we've been diagnosed but they can develop these conditions as well.

Watch Barbara Garcia's dog dig its way free of the rubble in this CBS News video while she's being interviewed about surviving the tornado in Moore, OK.

Debbie Heller of Little Rock Animal Village in Arkansas got a camera for her shelter from famed pet photographer Seth Casteel.

TV star Jackson Galaxy signed books and gave cat care tips at the 2013 Animal Care Expo.

Acting on a tip of animal cruelty, Tennessee authorities seized nineteen horses subjected to soring.

The owners of a collection of wild animals essentially abandoned them, leaving it to animal rescue groups to sort out the mess and find new homes for all the big cats.

More than 240 rescue groups in United States, Canada, and the Caribbean were winners in the first Shelter Challenge of 2013.

Staff from The Animal Rescue Site and GreaterGood.org will be at the world's largest animal care expo to introduce new programs and sign groups up for the next Shelter Challenge.

Arkansas joined a growing number of states restricting private ownership of chimpanzees and other apes.

Can a cute photo save a life? Absolutely, if the photo is of a pet in a shelter, says famed pet photographer Seth Casteel.

Three middle-aged cats needed serious dental help. With a ?weekly win? at the Shelter+ Challenge, their rescue group was able to get them treatment and a new home.

The Moore Humane Society's Cinco de Mayo Pooch Parade Fundraiser was such a hit last year that they're bringing back the event and turning it into an annual fundraiser.

Mufasa's soulful picture won the cats of Feline Rescue an online shopping spree as well as a grant for the rescue that houses them in The Animal Rescue Site's Flash Photo Contest.

It's contagious. It crosses species lines. Is it dangerous? Well, only if you're headed out of the door and late for an appointment. It's bellyrubitis!

Judy Durfy, a volunteer and treasurer of Rabbit and Small Animal Rescue in Michigan, won a grant for her favorite animal rescue group.

Kittens are little balls of explosive energy, and for a healthy, happy kitten, almost everything during waking hours is a game. Watch as this little guy finds the best toy ever.

Be Cruelty-Free Week launched on March 11 in celebration of a European Union ban on the marketing and sale of cosmetics newly tested on animals.

Thanks to new navigation and a more intuitive interface, helping your favorite cause is always just a click away. Read about five easy ways to help at The Animal Rescue Site.