September, 2010:

• The Panda Bear: Facts And Pictures
  
       Interesting facts and trivia about the Giant Panda as well as some really great panda pictures
• The Search And Rescue Dogs of 9/11
  
       As we remember the victims of September 11th, let's also remember the heroes - human and otherwise
• The Homing Pigeon And The Baby Bunnies
  
       How Noah, a non-releasable, one-legged homing pigeon/rock dove helped save some bunnies in a rehab center
• Learn About White Tigers
  
       This well-made video has lots of really good tiger information and great pictures of white tigers. It's well worth a watch.

August, 2010:

• The Fawn and the Baby Bobcat
  
       I found this picture while surfing the web looking for rescues and shelters for the directory. Think it's a kitten? look closer!
• New Series About Dogs from The National Geographic Channel
  
       Called "when Man created Dog", this new series explores the history between us and our best furry friends

July, 2010:

• The World's Bravest Mouse
  
       This gutsy little guy decided to have lunch at a leopard's house and didn't care whether he was welcome there or not
• More Awesome Animal Pictures
  
       These are more animal pictures emailed to us by friends: wonderful photography
• Whale Hunting Battle Continues After Convention
  
       An international effort to broker new whaling regulations has collapsed, leaving whalers to harvest 1,500 whales a year
• Lipstick? What Lipstick?
  
       This is SOOO darned cute that you just gotta laugh

June, 2010:

• Why Pay British Patroleum's Bills?
  
       Doesn't the money raised during a CNN telethon designed to help the gulf really only help B.P.?
• Are Oil-Coated Animals Better Off Dead?
  
       According to a recent article from National Geographic, past research shows that sadly, the answer is yes
• The Spirit Bears of British Columbia
  
       These beautiful, rare bears only exist in one place on earth: it's a pristine wilderness known as The Great Bear Rainforest
• The Deer In The Road
  
       I got these pictures via email. I don't know who took them, but if you like cute deer, you'll love them
• Unlikely Animal Friendships
  
       Everybody loves cute animal pictures, and pictures of unusual pairs are even better
• Louisiana's Brown Pelicans
  
       What this unusual and beautiful bird means to the state it calls home and it's struggle to survive there

May, 2010:

• Dog Talk: Mine, Mine, Mine!
  
       A funny collection of thoughts from a dog about "his" stuff
• How Elliott Found A Home
  
       The story of how a goofy little cattle dog came to live at our house
• How To Choose A New Pet
  
       A step-by-step guide to finding the perfect pet for your family and lifestyle
• Places Pit Bulls Aren't Welcome
  
       A breakdown of the countries, states, cities and towns that ban or restrict owning this breed
• What The Heck Is A Zonkey?
  
       Not sure? Here's a really cute one with his mom and dad
• The Rare Snow Moose
  
       The odds of seeing an albino moose are astronomical and to see two of them together is nearly impossible
• Just a Dog
  
       A really nice poem-kind-of-thingy about how much joy dogs bring to those of us who love them
• True Friends: The Orangutan & the Dog
  
       We love it when friends email us great stories. This one's wonderful: both pics and story

April, 2010:

• The U.S. Polar Bear Proposal
  
       Here's my opinion of the snarky comments made about the U.S. and the proposal they made in Qatar.
• Kitty, The Backpacking Cat
  
       This french couple and their cat, named Kitty, are on a mission: they're walking from Miami to Argentina
• Naomi Campbell's Blood Diamond
  
       Why I think the stuck-up bitch with a reputation for acting like a 2-year-old has finally gone too far
• 10 Things That Annoy Your Dog
  
       A funny list of what our dogs might be thinking about the dumb stuff we do to them
• The Best Cordless Vacuum For Pet Hair
  
       Looking for a stick vac that actually WORKS on pet hair? I found one!
• Allie's Song
  
       A poem for those who've lost their pets
• PETA Ridicules Octomom Just For Fun
  
       When Nadya Suleman says she can't pay her mortgage, PETA gives her $5,000 and a humiliating yard sign
• Bluefins, Sharks & Polar Bears All Lose in Qatar
  
       The CITES conference has now ended and is being called a “total disaster” by most observers
• Kai: The Yellow Head Sleeper Goby (Pennant Glider)
  
       This is a stunning fish who's lots of fun to watch and NOT difficult to care for. Read about Kai.

March, 2010:

• Elliott's Slurpee Addiction
  
       My goofy Heeler and his love for those wonderful, refreshing beverages from 7-11
• Today's Poachers: Stepping Up the Violence
  
       Poachers have evolved into organized gangs complete with AK-47's. Read about the plan to stop them
• Can Pets Get The Swine Flu?
  
       I'd heard a few quick news blurbs about this last winter, but then nothing, so I found out more
• The Time Trixie Stole The Puppy
  
       An entertaining story about what my best friend did to help a dog
• Some Funny Jokes for Saint Patrick's Day
  
       It's the time of year to drink green beer!
• 2010's Most Endangered Species
  
       Learn more about the animals that may soon become extinct and find out what's being done to save them.
• Why Did My Cat Stop Using The Litter Box?
  
       When this happens, there's always a reason. You just need to figure out what that reason is
• More Of Michael Vick's Crap
  
       This guys just can't seem to take "Go far, far away" for an answer Here's what he's up to now
• The Koalas Asking For Water
  
       What the koala bears did when the temperature in Australia stayed at 120 degrees for a whole week
• Why Rabies Is So Hard To Control
  
       While the number of confirmed cases continues to rise, learn why this disease is so hard to fight

February, 2010:

• Poisoned Meatballs Killing Dogs
  
       So far, three dogs have died and more meatballs are still being found
• Why Is Chaining A Dog So Bad?
  
       Think it's ok to chain your dog and leave him or her alone? It's not, and here's why
• The Family-Raised Grizzly Bear
  
       This is a really great story with really incredible pictures. It's amazing - really!
• PETA's McCruelty Sign
  
       The latest attack campaign by this wacko group directed towards McDonalds and their chicken
• The Truth About Nemo
  
       Think Clownfish are cute, friendly little guys? Check out this funny video and you'll know otherwise!
• Central Park's Rabid Raccoons
  
       Read about the sick raccoons in NYC and what's being done about them, plus park & rabies information
• Hailey The Feral Cat And Why I Don't Like Rescue Groups Very Much
  
       Do I have something against rescue groups? Many of them - Yes. This, amung other things, is why
• The Dead Duck
  
       This is a silly joke, but it's also cute and funny, too
• What Is A Microchip And How Does It Work?
  
       Have you ever wondered how that little chip embedded in your pet does what it does? Read this to find out
• The Blond And The Sheep Herder
  
       There are TONS of blond jokes out there, and this is my favorite
• A Great Story Told Without Words
  
       There are times when pictures tell a story much better than words ever could, and this is one of them.
• Progress Report: The Shelters & Rescues Directory
  
       An update on how we're doing and how close we are to getting this part of the website completed

January, 2010:

• What Is A Raccoon Dog And Why Should We Care?
  
       About these dogs, their characteristics, and what is happening to them that should bother us
• A Pet's Ten Commandments
  
       If our pets could talk, I'm guessing this is pretty close to what they would say

December, 2009:

• The Best "Pals" Pictures of 2009
  
       Super cute pictures of animals hanging out together - guaranteed to make you smile
• What Is Animal Hoarding?
  
       Interesting information about this relatively unknown disorder
• The Town of Mountainair Animal Shelter
  
       This is by far the neediest shelter I’ve come across so far. Please help them if you can
• How Could You?
  
       An essay written from a dog's perspective about no longer being wanted by her master
• How to Trim Your Dog's Nails
  
       Want to learn how to do this yourself? Watch this video to learn how
• PETA's Thanksgiving Ad
  
       Their over-the-top ad and what I think about it, their tactics, and their behavior in general

November, 2009:

• Will my New Baby be OK with my Dog?
  
       Have a New Baby and Old Dog? Tips for successfully adding new children into your dog's life
• Learning How to Say Goodbye
  
       What Max taught me about the true meaning of being a responsible pet owner
• Guidelines for Inclusion in the Rescues Directory
  
       Wondering why your group isn't included in the Shelters and Rescues Directory? - Here's why
• About Herding Breeds
  
       How to live happily with an Australian Shepherd or Cattle Dog

October, 2009:

• Common Pet Poisons
  
       A list of household items we use regularly that can harm our cats, dogs and other pets
• The History Of Dogs As Pets
  
       How humans and dogs connected and bonded through time
• Happy Halloween!
  
       Really cute animals in really cute costumes
• Cat Diseases and Viruses
  
       An explanation as to what all those vaccines are protecting your kitty from
• How to Start a Saltwater Fish Tank
  
       What supplies to buy, how to set up the tank, and how to successfully cycle it

September, 2009:

• What is Rainbow Bridge?
  
       I was curious, so I found out. It sounds nice!
• All About Puppy Mills
  
       What they are and how to avoid buying a puppy from one
• I Am an Animal Rescuer
  
       Written by Annette King-Tucker — Wild Heart Ranch Wildlife Rescue in Claremore, OK
• Animal Rescue Groups
  
       The Good and The Not-So-Good

August, 2009:

• How to Wash Your Furry Friends
  
       Step-by-step, detailed instructions for bathing your pets
• No Justice for Michael Vick's Victims
  
       The consequences (or lack thereof) for people who abuse and kill animals
• Lucky Dog . . .
  
       A great story about a dog and his "mom"