Katy Stublen

Katy Stublen is a dedicated content creator, writer, and editor who channels her passion for animals into her work for an animal-focused blog. With a lifelong love for creatures of all kinds, she combines her skills in storytelling and research to produce engaging, educational content. An avid animal enthusiast deepening her understanding of their behaviors and needs. Her curiosity and commitment to learning make her a trusted voice in the animal community, as she strives to inspire others to appreciate and advocate for the well-being of all species.

14 Rescue Dogs That Keep Getting Overlooked for the Same Dumb Reasons

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Perfectly good dogs sit in shelters because people keep focusing on the wrong things.

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Shelters are full of incredible dogs waiting for homes, yet some get passed by again and again for reasons that have nothing to do with their personalities. Sometimes it’s their age, sometimes it’s their look, and sometimes it’s just bad assumptions. The truth is, these dogs could make amazing family members if people stopped caring about superficial details. Here are 14 rescue dogs that keep missing out on homes for the same frustrating reasons.

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The Surprising Dangers of Everyday Dog Waste in Urban Areas

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Dog droppings do more damage to cities than most people want to admit, and the risks are adding up fast

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Every city has dogs, and every dog has waste that needs to go somewhere. That somewhere often ends up being sidewalks, gutters, and green spaces. While most owners pick it up, not everyone does, and the hidden dangers of what’s left behind are worse than most think. It’s not just gross—it’s quietly impacting health, water, and even the safety of public spaces. Here’s what everyday dog waste is really doing in urban areas.

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Radioactive Wasp Nest Discovered at an Old Savannah River Nuclear Site

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Scientists never expected wasps to carry traces of nuclear waste back to their nests.

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When researchers checked abandoned buildings at the old Savannah River nuclear site, they expected dust, decay, maybe an owl or two. What they didn’t expect was a giant wasp nest emitting detectable radiation. The insects had unknowingly brought contaminated soil and plant matter back to their nest, creating a strange fusion of nature and nuclear history. The discovery is not only bizarre but also revealing, highlighting how wildlife adapts and interacts with forgotten industrial landscapes.

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Wolves Behaving Like People: 12 Amazing Stories

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Wild predators are showing human-like traits, changing how we see them.

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Wolves have been cast as mysterious, untouchable predators for centuries, but new research and field observations show they behave in surprisingly relatable ways. They mourn, form friendships, and even teach their young in ways that feel more human than wild. These are not fairy tales or myths—they are documented moments scientists and locals have witnessed firsthand, revealing wolves as complex and emotional creatures with lives far richer than we imagined.

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Why Research Teams Are Burying Dressed Pigs in Mexico to Solve Cartel Disappearances

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Forensics experts are testing crime theories with pigs in clothes.

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Cartel violence in Mexico has left thousands missing, with families desperate for answers. Scientists are taking unusual approaches to solve these disappearances, including burying clothed pig carcasses to study how bodies decompose under cartel-style conditions. It sounds grim, but it’s giving investigators clues about where and how to search for victims. This work blends forensic science with real-world crime, and it’s changing how teams approach one of the world’s most urgent humanitarian crises.

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