The CDC reports there is a small number of pets worldwide, including cats and dogs, who are infected with the virus that causes COVID-19. This mostly comes after close contact with humans with COVID-19. Based on the limited information available,…
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses. Some coronaviruses cause cold-like illnesses in people, while others cause illness in certain types of animals, such as cattle, camels, and bats. Some coronaviruses, such as canine and feline coronaviruses, infect only animals…
This mini horse is making a big impact on the residents at nursing homes. Meet Sawdust, a miniature horse who has become a regular visiting the residents at senior centers in Muskego, Wisconsin. When the coronavirus began spreading, Sawdust and…
Thinking about a four-legged pal to keep you company during the ongoing isolation? Thursday would be a good day to get a new one. April 30th is ‘National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.’ To celebrate it, pay a visit to…
Times are ‘ruff’ for many here on the Gulf Coast, including our furry friends and local animal rescue groups. Our coastal animal shelters have either closed or have limited their animal intake because of the coronavirus and that’s caused a…
These little guys are making themselves at home at the Jacksonville Zoo in Florida. Four new Asian small-clawed otter pups made their official debut on social media Tuesday. The zoo posted this video of them on YouTube. As you can…
Wildlife in Yosemite National Park are at play with no boundaries now that visitors are away. Source: Yosemite NPS
Doctors on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis are under a tremendous amount of pressure, but a new four-legged staff member at St. Louis University Hospital is helping to ease some of that stress. Golden retriever "Bennett" is the…
MIAMI (AP) — Providing exactly what’s needed in these trying times, Zoo Miami has shared images of two clouded leopard cubs. The male and female have been secluded in a den with their mother, Serai, since their Feb. 11 birth…
Give Fido some extra cuddles! It's National Pet Day. National Pet Day is actually about helping animals who may not have a loving home. So volunteer at a shelter, donate supplies to a rescue, or just make sure your friends…
It’s a rescue story that’s warming the hearts of so many throughout the Coast. Meet Jackson the fire dog. Iris Wilner with 911 Animal Project Save said, "Jackson roamed around the street out there in the weather and everything. People…
In light of the pandemic, we're trying to shed some light on our homeless pets that are in need of a family especially during a time like this. Today's pet of the day is from the Jackson County animal shelter.…
"No bunny knows Easter better than Cadbury!" And "Lieutenant Dan" hopes to be the 2020 face of that famous mammal! Cadbury issued a casting call for all pets - not just bunnies - and now they are down to ten…
Sebastian the Dog had a rough start to life, found tied to a tree in Biloxi earlier this year. Through ‘Just Cause Rescue,’ Sebastian has been living the good life in a foster home the last couple of months, where…
The 3rd Annual Poses for Paws event is coming up! This event will raise money for the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Humane Society staff will be onsite to answer questions and they will be holding a meet and greet…
It’s National Love Your Pet Day! Although, this is something most of us celebrate year round, it’s a great reminder to show your pets just how much you love them. One way to show love to your furry friends is…
A Wisconsin minor league hockey team makes a new addition to its squad. Bender the hockey pup stepped out onto the ice this week for the Milwaukee Admirals. The team adopted Bender from the Humane Society of Waukesha last week.…
An aquarium in Southern California breeds a rare and unusual fish and provides a mesmerizing first look at its long, floating appearance. San Diego’s Birch Aquarium, at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, has produced two weedy sea dragon hatchlings this…
A dog that was missing for three years got a lot of love on Valentine's Day! Wrangler, a three-year-old Great Pyrenees, took off from Bush Intercontinental Airport Friday to be reunited with his owner. The dog was found living in…
"And they called it, puppy love" and you were in it when you saw these creatures in the 1980's. So, they’re back again, for a good cause. "Pound Puppies" are returning, just in time for Valentine’s Day or Easter baskets…
A Gulfport family is heartbroken tonight after a shocking instance of animal abuse. After looking for their pet pig for six days, they found him dead near their house. A Gulfport family is devastated after the found their missing pet…
February is known for being the month of love. Now you can show your love for shelter animals by helping them get adopted. Hansel is a seven-year-old Labrador retriever mix. He’s been at the Humane Society of South Mississippi since…
Our growing digital age is helping shelter pets find forever homes. With more than 50,000 followers on Facebook, the Humane Society of South Mississippi is reaching potential adopters, fosters, and donators throughout our area and beyond state lines. Every day…
You may remember Coco, the dog we introduced you to last week. He was left tied to a tree in the woods in Biloxi and later found by a hunter. Coco was microchipped by his previous adopter and Just Cause…