After nearly five long years, a family in Texas finally got their German shepherd back. According to CBS, the dog, Sheba, was stolen from her home in January 2018. On August 1 of this year, Sheba was found nearly 600 miles away in Borger, Texas by animal control officer Jared Harper. The Malmstrom family’s contact information was stored in the dog’s microchip, which Harper discovered while the dog was wandering around alone. According to CBS Austin, the city then collaborated with Friends of Texas Panhandle Shelter Pets and Pilots N Paws to fly Sheba back to her family for free. At the reunion,…
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Dog Drags the Huge Tumor on the Ground for a Long Time Without Any Assistance. The Animal Kingdom organization received a tip about a deservingly homeless dog that was dragging the largest tumor on the ground. When the Animal Kingdom Foundation arrived to help, they led her to the doctor’s office so they could examine and treat her. The only hope was the first exmination. Antibiotics are now being administered to her as part of her recovery process. She will be assessed in a few days or a week to determine when the big operation will take place. After a…
Dogfull writes that the stray Doberman suffered a broken spine, but after surgery and physiotherapy, Spencer is back on his feet and ready for adoption. Everyone loves cute dog videos. Sadly the first photos Jackie O’Sullivan noticed of Spencer the Doberman were not cute, but a distress signal. “It seemed like he was split in two.” recalls the co-founder of Rescue Dogs Rock NYC (RDRNYC). The footage shows Spencer incredibly hunched over and understandably upset. That was the moment after being brought to an animal shelter in South Carolina on January 4. The staff at the shelter knew this dog…
Heartwarming stories are all around us. They are what inspire us, move us, and most importantly make us feel alive. When we read stories about acts of kindness or good deeds, we are inspired to become a better version of ourselves and show kindness to others to make the world a better place. This is one of those heartbreaking but inspiring stories when good wins and a mixture of compassion and empathy creates a miracle that saves the precious life of another. It all started on October 12th, 2018, when Kylina Turner was doing a property inspection for work. She…
More than four years after the brutal abuse, torture, and ultimate death of Ollie the Pit Bull, his abuser has finally admitted to his crimes—but not before a plea deal that reduced his possible 170-year sentence to just 10 years behind bars. Since he’s already served four years, Ollie’s killer could walk free in just six more. Brendan Evans plead guilty to the torture and death of Ollie the Pit Bull Dog lovers around the world watched, waited, and prayed for Ollie, a pit bull found brutally beaten and stabbed at least 50-times before being shoved into a suitcase and…
Fortunately, the dog who had an arrow shot through its head was able to have the arrow removed by a veterinarian without causing any serious injuries. Last Thursday, many passersby on the street in the 798 Art District in Beijing, China, witnessed a pitiful black dog wandering around with an arrow shot through its head. Under the scorching midday sun, it seemed that the dog was trying to find someone who could help remove the arrow from its head to save its life. Fortunately, some witnesses brought the dog to a nearby veterinary clinic for treatment. Thanks to the dedication and expertise of the doctors…
There were numerous bones in the abandoned dog’s stomach, which left the veterinarians shocked when they took an X-ray of the dog. On November 21, the Mirror reported that Zoe, a German Shepherd mix, was found with one front leg amputated in an apartment in Exeter, New York, USA. A delivery driver discovered Zoe’s injuries and brought her to a veterinarian. During an X-ray, the veterinarian found bones in Zoe’s stomach despite her being starved for a long time. Carl Pritchard, Zoe’s owner, was later arrested, according to News 10. Stacie Haynes, executive director of the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to…
One of the 200 dogs rescued from Mr. Yang’s farm. Samsun has never known freedom. The 3-year-old dog was kept in a steel mesh cage all her life, living in cramped quarters and eating leftover scraps. She existed solely to breed puppies who would later be slaughtered for meat. Normally, Samsun would have been slaughtered for meat. However, in early March, she was among nearly 200 dogs rescued from a farm in Asan City, South Korea, according to a report by VICE. On March 7th, when the animal welfare group Humane Society International (HSI) arrived at the nearly 30-year-old slaughterhouse where Samsun lived, the dogs there barked…
Recently, the renowned dog rescuer and hero, Marc Ching, has been embroiled in scandal after investigations revealed that hundreds of dogs he rescued in China had died in overcrowded shelters. In September of last year, Marc Ching, a food industry businessman and owner of an animal-friendly restaurant, flew to Asia to carry out his dog rescue campaign in slaughterhouses. At the time, he was hailed as a pioneer in the animal liberation movement in China and many Asian countries where dog consumption is prevalent. Not only that, he also attracted many Hollywood celebrities to speak out in support and fundraise to help rescue stray dogs from…
A smart mother dog ran up to a stranger on a road behind the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Center, and her instincts were rewarded. The stranger was an animal rescue worker who followed the friendly dog without knowing what they were about to see. Around 10:30 am on March 7th, Mitzi Brogdon, the director of Street Dog Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in Moore, Oklahoma, had just found two abandoned puppies. On her way home, she saw a hunting dog named Dolly standing alone in a gravel parking lot by the road. She pulled over, and Dolly immediately ran towards her. Brogdon, 49 years old, told The Epoch Times: “I…
Recently, a one-minute video capturing a scene of a dog and a man sitting on a wheelchair selling lottery tickets on the go has attracted the attention of many netizens. Not only praising the obedient and loving nature of the dog, many customers were also ‘captivated’ by the cute and clever sales attitude of the four-legged companion. The disabled owner’s dog selling lottery tickets Recently, a social media account named P.T. shared a video clip of a black-furred dog. According to the video, when the dog heard its owner’s command, it jumped off the wheelchair and went inside the store with a bundle of…
A group of workers on an oil rig located 220km off the coast of Thailand were surprised to discover a dog swimming in the middle of the sea. When found, the small brown dog was shivering from the cold. It is unclear how the dog ended up swimming so far away from shore. Vitisak Payalaw said his colleagues found the dog swimming towards the oil rig in the evening of April 12th, using its last bit of strength. They attempted to rescue the dog using a stick, but the rough waves made it impossible for the small animal to climb up. “I…
In a remarkable tale of love and loyalty between two pets, a trapped dog has been found alive a week after going missing – all thanks to the tireless dedication of her faithful friend who refused to leave her behind. Earlier this month, Tillie the Irish setter-spaniel mix and Phoebe the basset hound had been out for a walk together where they live on the island of Vashon, Washington. They failed to return home, and their worried owner started searching but couldn’t find them. He contacted Amy Carey, a volunteer with Vashon Island Pet Protectors, for help. Day after day, they…
Recently, a stray dog accidentally stepped on and fell onto a layer of hot asphalt that workers had poured onto the ground at the Nakhon Nayok industrial estate in Thailand. A two-hour rescue operation was carried out to save the dog. The sticky layer of asphalt covered the dog’s entire body, but luckily, its head was not submerged. Afterwards, a local resident discovered the dog and called for help. Rescuers used an excavator to lift the dog out. The rescue team then used gasoline to remove the layer of asphalt to avoid damaging the dog’s fur and skin. Within two hours, the rescue team successfully freed…
HUNTERDON COUNTY – Emerald has a forgiving soul. Despite being tied up by her snout, creating a wound so deep it tore through her flesh, exposing her bones and teeth, the 9-month-old pit bull mix puppy is a happy, loving girl who is expected to be up for adoption in May once all her medical conditions have been treated. “It’s a horrific injury, something you do not see. It’s a terrible thing what someone did to her. Whoever did this to her is an absolute monster, ” said Beth Hucke, an Outcast Rescue board director. On Feb. 23, Emerald, who…
An Apple Valley, California, woman was forced to confront a driver last Friday after she discovered that the woman was dragging a dog from the bumper of her vehicle. Tammy Jarrard was on a school run with her 10-year-old daughter when she turned down Milpas Road and was flagged down by a distressed driver. After stopping her car, she asked the woman if she was OK, and the upset driver said she had just seen a dog being dragged down the adjacent Desert View Road. As the woman tried to connect with 911, Jarrard continued down the road to investigate. “I started driving down the…
A dog has been hailed as a hero for helping to save the life of a man who slipped in the snow and broke his neck. The man, only known as Bob, went outside his Michigan home to get a log for the fire on New Year’s Eve when he slipped and broke his neck. Wearing just his long johns, slippers, and a shirt, he lay paralysed in the snow and unable to move before his Golden Retriever, Kelsey, came to his assistance. “I was screaming for help but my nearest neighbour is about a quarter mile away and it…
Neighbors say a dog saved his owner from a house fire in Philadelphia.Red Paw Relief Team PHILADELPHIA (KGO) — Neighbors say a dog saved his owner from a house fire in Philadelphia. The fire started around 4:30 a.m. Sunday while the homeowner was still sleeping. Her dog, Che, ran to her and started barking loudly, waking her up, according to officials. When firefighters arrived, they reportedly found the woman unconscious with the dog on top of her. “The dog stayed on her chest the whole time, which prevented her from being burned totally,” neighbor Adele Butler said. Butler says firefighters found…
Superheroes come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes, as is the case here, they even have tails! On Oct 11, 2021, the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) honored Bear, an Australian Koolie, with the “Animal of the Year” Award. The six-year-old pooch helped save over 100 koalas from the devastating bushfires that swept across New South Wales (NSW), Australia, from June 2019 to May 2020. “We think Bear really deserved this award because he’s been such a good boy in helping us find and rescue a lot of koalas, especially during the bushfires, but he works throughout the year to help us in…
A famous dog who lost her snout after she heroically saved two girls from a traffic accident in 2011 has recently died peacefully in her sleep. 10 years ago, Kabang – a street dog from the city of Zamboanga in the Philippines – bravely dashed in front of her owner’s daughter and the girl’s cousin just as they were crossing a street. Without them realizing it, a speeding motorcycle almost collided with the two girls, who were saved from injury after Kabang moved ahead of them and took the impact head on. The incident turned Kabang into an instant celebrity, with…
The American Humane Hero Dog Awards’ mission is to search out and recognize heroic dogs who have truly gone above and beyond. It’s from among these remarkable canines, including guide dogs, PTSD service dogs, and search & rescue dogs, that one dog is named American Hero Dog. This year, that dog is Chi Chi, a therapy dog who took 2018’s top honour for her extraordinary bravery and good works. This incredible dog survived the worst humankind has to offer and went on to inspire people all over the world to face their challenges with renewed courage. Golden Retriever Chi Chi’s…
“Seeing my beloved dog lying motionless, tears came to my eyes. I wish I could bear some of the pain for it,” shared the owner of the dog that was brutally beaten. On the forum “Hội những người yêu chó” (Society of Dog Lovers), the account named Đặng Đình Trung posted pictures of a dog being brutally abused by a young man. According to the post, the abuser was a roommate of the dog’s owner. The dog was beaten and had one eye severely damaged, and its life was in danger, all because it had defecated on the bed. “I…
For the past two days, the story of a dog in Ben Tre whose muzzle was bound with tape to the point of necrosis has caused great outrage in the online community. Many people expressed their anger towards the heartless act of someone who brutally tortured the dog. This poor dog came to public attention through photos taken by photographer D.N, who accidentally captured the dog scavenging for food by the riverbank in Ben Tre province. The images revealed that the dog’s muzzle had been tightly bound with tape for several days, causing necrosis and deformation of its mouth. Immediately after…
In December 2015, a stray, sick and emaciated Husky dog with a coat full of mange roamed the streets of Sacramento, and was discovered and rescued by the staff of the Front Street Animal Shelter just in time. The Husky dog was extremely friendly, despite being abandoned and suffering for a long time. When brought to the Front Street Animal Shelter for care, the dog quickly bonded with the staff, and was named Sugar as a result. After spending two weeks at the shelter, the beloved dog Sugar was transferred to the home of a volunteer before Christmas, where it lived with another small…