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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Video of Dogs Being Rescued From San Diego Plane Crash Site Is Breaking Hearts
Unfortunately, tragedies can happen at any time and although the circumstances are terribly sad, positivity sometimes follows in a big way. Often, in times of sadness, we see how friends, neighbors, and community members come together to help others in need. The San Diego Humane Society stepped up in a big way following a plane crash yesterday. As rescue personnel began assisting families, evacuating their damaged homes, and treating injured people, The Humane Society helped in a slightly different capacity. The group quickly mobilized a dedicated team of compassionate workers to help animals in need. When the workers arrived on scene, they did not waste any time getting started with assisting injured and displaced pets. There were several animals taken to The Humane Society's main campus where they were decontaminated and given medical care. Due to the plane crash, jet fuel spread across the neighborhood. The fuel landed on pets who were in backyards that happened to be in the path of the plane. The animals needed special bathing to remove the fuel from their fur coats. Other animals may have had smoke inhalation due to the large fire that quickly spread across the sheer sadness of this event is undeniable. It is a terrible loss for the victim's families and a challenging time for the multiple military families that have lost their homes, cars, and belongings. Thank you to The San Diego Humane Society for showing up to help this community in such a thoughtful way. You relieved the burden of many displaced families by providing their four-legged family members with loving care and assistance when they needed it most. Video of Dogs Being Rescued From San Diego Plane Crash Site Is Breaking Hearts first appeared on PetHelpful on May 24, 2025
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
FOREVER FRIEND: 'Sweet, shy' mixed-breed pup Stu ready to find a home
Despite his initial shyness, Stu, a one-year-old, mixed-breed male dog, is ready for his Forever Home. 'Stu was brought into the Toronto Humane Society in early May as part of a transfer from northern Ontario — he came in with seven other dogs,' said Toronto Humane Society spokesperson Lucas Solowey. 'He's gentle, he can be shy and he's still figuring out that the world can be a safe and a kind place. He eases into things. He keeps cautious steps. He's learning to trust, but when he does, it's truly something special. Solowey said Stu is interested in new people and places, 'but it can be a lot for him so he just needs to pause, lie down, take a moment to feel OK. 'But with a little patience and some kinds words and maybe a trail of Cesar treats, Stu will find the courage to keep going and get to know new people and new environments,' he said. 'He's not the type to seek out getting pets right away, but given time he'll gently lean into your hand with a quiet kind of trust that feels like a gift.' Those wanting to get to know the key to Stu's happiness should know he loves playing with a tennis ball. 'He lights up when he gets to play with it in the park,' said Solowey. 'Sometimes he'll even take the lead; he'll wag his tail and you'll make sure you're right there next to him. I'd say in terms of behaviour, he's sweet, he's nice, he's gentle, he just can have some nervousness at first and once he eases into that environment, you'll see his tail wagging. You'll want to play ball with him. So lots of sweet things about his personality.' Solowey also wasn't sure about placing him in a home with small kids. 'It's probably best just to start off with him, just because he has some nervousness,' he said. 'So I think just having that calm space and patience will make him feel right at home. And then maybe in the future, once he feels at home with his new family, potentially introducing another dog or pet in the future. He has a good temperament. Just go slow with some patience and he'll be your most loyal friend. He just needs someone to believe in him and take that time with him.' Anyone interested in adopting Stu can visit to start the adoption process. UPDATE: Oswald the bunny, a 14-month-old Lionhead/American rabbit from April's Forever Friend column, was adopted. Loose pet kangaroo keeps police hopping - again - in Colorado CALL THE PAW-LICE: Cat used in attempt to smuggle drugs into Costa Rican prison
CNET
16-05-2025
- General
- CNET
This Humane Spray Is the Only Thing that Keeps Mice Out of My House
CNET's expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. The best way to keep a rodent infestation at bay might surprise you. It certainly surprised me. David Watsky/CNET Mice roaming your home is never a good thing. As adorable as their twitchy noses and big ears may be, these little freeloaders are known to nibble on cords, snack on your pantry stash, and leave less-than-charming surprises on your counters and floors. If you've got a gang of whiskered invaders turning your home into their personal Airbnb, don't panic—I've discovered a magical, totally humane, non-toxic trick to evict them. A few years back when the mouse situation in my Brooklyn apartment hit "full-blown invasion" status, I tried everything from lockdown-level food storage to an army of traps. But guess what actually worked like a charm? A humble $18 peppermint spray. That's right—just a few spritzes of this minty miracle, and my home has been a rodent-free zone for over a year. No squeaks, no mess, no drama. Just minty fresh peace. For a detailed breakdown, here are the various methods I used for getting rid of mice, ranked from worst to first. The best and worst ways to get rid of mice 5. Tomcat Bait Station Poison bait stations were the least effective method I tried. Tomcat Poison bait traps represented my third attempt. These devices lure mice in with an enticing smell and offer a block of green, edible bait that's laced with poison. These didn't work at all. I never found so much as a nibble taken from the bait block. And the more I thought about it, these posed a far crueler fate for my unwanted intruders than even snap traps. They also mean dead and decaying mice scattered about your home. Cost: $5 on Amazon. $5 on Amazon. Grade: F. Read more: Keep Bugs Out of Your Kitchen With These Common Houseplants 4. Starvation My first attempt was to remove temptation by overcleaning the kitchen. It worked to some degree, but this infestation required greater firepower. Sarah Tew/CNET My first approach was to starve the mice out by sealing up food as best I could and overcleaning the kitchen after every trip. It worked to a degree and I noticed fewer encounters, but my kitchen doubles as a busy meal-kit testing site; try as I might to keep food bits and odors from lingering for more than a few minutes, there's only so much one can do. Cost: None. None. Grade: C-plus. 3. Humane traps I caught several mice with these humane traps but not enough to stem the tide coming from next door. David Watsky/CNET Next, I tried humane traps at the puppy-eyed request of my partner, a dyed-in-the-wool pacifist. These contraptions work by luring mice into the hull with food; when they enter, their weight triggers a door, trapping them inside. Then, it's on you to release the live mice, preferably far away so that they don't come back -- mice have a famously good sense of smell and direction -- and hope they become someone else's problem. I set two, and they worked as advertised. I caught a mouse every few nights but it did little to dissuade others from following in their footsteps. Plus, having to relocate a mouse five blocks away every other morning got old fast. Cost: $10 (two-pack) on Amazon $10 (two-pack) on Grade: B-minus. 2. Classic snap traps Snap traps captured a lot of mice but did nothing to keep more from following behind. David Watsky/CNET Snap traps were the most efficient at stopping the parade of hungry freeloaders. Unlike the trapdoor traps, these mousetraps do kill the mice but they do so with merciful efficiency. The snap traps worked well and I caught more mice than I can count, but still more came. And these devices posed a danger to my curious terrier, so they could only really be used safely up high on the counter. Cost: $9 (6-pack) on Amazon $9 (6-pack) on Grade: B. 1. Mighty Mint peppermint spray I sprayed my kitchen's problem areas with Mighty Mint and haven't seen signs of mice for a month. That's $18 well spent. David Watsky/CNET Having exhausted most of my options short of an expensive appointment with an exterminator, I resorted to a 16-ounce bottle of peppermint spray for $20 on Amazon. (It's also available at Target for $10.) As directed, I sprayed the white peppermint solution near my kitchen baseboards, on the counter behind my toaster oven and in the crevice behind my wall oven. I reapplied the spray every couple of days. You can also use this spray in basements, attics, the engine of your car or any other spots you might not want rodents hanging out. The peppermint smell was noticeable for the first few hours, but I found it pleasant. The spray went on clear, and there was no damage to the wood floors or marble countertops where I applied it. Two weeks later (as of when I'm writing this) and I've seen no droppings or signs of mice at all -- the first time I can say that in months. To be sure it's working, I left two baited snap traps to gauge whether or not mice have been coming around. Neither one has been triggered. Cost: $19 on Amazon $19 on Grade: A. Peppermint spray is safe to use around pets; a big selling point in this house. David Watsky/CNET Is peppermint rodent spray safe to use around pets and children? Mighty Mint peppermint spray is made from natural ingredients and is safe to use around dogs and children. But you'll want to avoid getting in or near your eyes since peppermint oil can cause burning. It also contains soap, so it's not safe to ingest. How does peppermint spray repel rodents? Mice and other rodents hate the smell of peppermint. (Hard to believe, I know.) The spray contains a mix of peppermint oil (4%), water, glycerin, polyglycerol oleate and soap. What are the uses for peppermint spray? Peppermint spray is used to repel rodents from indoor spaces like mice and rats. It's also used to repel insects including mosquitoes, spiders, aphids and ants. It can be used in gardens and sprayed on plants to deter invasive pests and vermin. Could I make my own peppermint spray? You could easily make your own bottle of spray by adding two teaspoons of peppermint oil for every cup of water instead of buying the solution from Target or Amazon. More pest control tips:
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Yahoo
These new laws go into effect in Massachusetts that help protect pets
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Governor Healey approved two new laws this year that help protect pets beginning that go into effect on Tuesday. In Massachusetts, new laws go into effect on a date specified in the text of the bill, or 90 days after Governor Healey signs the final version. The laws enacted under Governor Healey this year, 'An Act providing for the humane protection of animals' and 'An Act prohibiting inhumane feline declawing,' were approved on January 8th making them in effect on April 8th. Bills going into effect in 2025 in Massachusetts The Act providing for the humane protection of animals prohibits the sale, offer to sell, exchange, trade, barter, lease or transfer for permanent physical placement a dog or cat that is less than 8 weeks of age. Those found in violation face a fine of not more than $100. In addition, this new law also states that dogs and cats cannot be sold, offered to sell, exchange, trade, barter, lease or transferred on any roadside, public right-of-way, parkway, median, park or other recreation area, flea market or other outdoor market or commercial or retail parking lot. The state implemented the following fines if found in violation: Not more than $50 for a first offense Not more than $100 for a second offense Not more than $300 for each subsequent offense MSPCA Angell is a supporter of these new laws and said, 'Selling animals at such young ages can result in behavioral and health problems—problems that can make the animals more difficult to adopt out, creating further challenges for already overcrowded shelters. Additionally, the measure bans the sale of animals in parks, outdoor markets, and parking lots, which previously resulted in some consumers buying sick animals with no recourse for those who sold them.' The Act Prohibiting Inhumane Feline Declawing bans cats from being declawed, except in rare situations such as cancer in the nail bed or other conditions that jeopardize the cat's health. In a statement from MSPCA Angell to 22News, 'The practice is akin to amputating a person's fingertips at the first knuckle, and frequently causes serious pain and behavioral problems for the cats involved. Beyond the pain of recovery and healing, it is estimated that roughly half of declawed cats experience complications after the surgery. Plus, the behavioral issues that may arise often push families to surrender their cats.' The state implemented fines of not more than $1,000 for a first offense, $1,500 for a second offense, and $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense. Cat declawing is a surgical procedure that can cause lifelong medical issues, such as permanent disability, nerve damage, chronic back pain, and lameness. This is a surgical procedure that removes the last bone in a cat's toes. Declawing can also cause behavioral effects in cats, as it removes their ability to use their claws to scratch, stretch, and mark territory. Some cats that have been declawed resort to biting, which can lead to infections in humans, to defend themselves since they can't with their claws. All of these issues can make it more likely for cars to be surrendered to shelters. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
