When a 4-month-old puppy was left at the Cuyahoga Country Animal Shelter in Ohio, USA, in April 2016, he was so ill that he couldn’t even open his mouth to eat. Nevertheless, he remained in high spirits; his tail continuously wagged, and he was ready to give everyone kisses. Veterinarians examined him and surmised that he’d contracted…
Izabella St. James, known as a dedicated pug mom and rescuer, is the heart and soul behind The Pug Queen, a non-profit she founded to save pugs from suffering and give them the lives they deserve. While pugs will always hold a special place in her heart, she didn’t hesitate for a second when she…
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First and foremost: we don’t think wild animals belong in zoos. Chimpanzees, for example, should be allowed to live their lives in freedom. No matter how much space they have to move about and no matter how well they’re taken care of, they’re still better off in the wild.Having said that, we couldn’t help but…
A unique puppy that’s being described as a “magical unicorn” is said to be on the mend after being rescued from freezing cold conditions. The plucky pup, distinguishable by a tiny second tail growing on its head, was found by Missouri-based rescue organization Mac’s Mission wandering around outside with an older dog last week. The pup was reportedly struggling with a foot…
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If you’ve ever noticed red, angry-looking circles on your dog’s stomach, your first instinct might be to rush them to the vet— and that’s completely understandable. But before you panic, it turns out that these bites might not be as alarming as they seem.The Morinville Veterinary Clinic addressing a common concern among pet owners. As…
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JoJo the dog had been through a lot and was in a bad way when she was eventually found. But her story has a happy ending – thanks to an unknown benefactor. Bri Burnett was on her way home from work in Sweetwater, Texas, when she received a text from a friend with a picture…
Some people should never be allowed near animals — even from a distance. Hayden Howard from Seymour, Indiana noticed something strange about her dog. The 100-pound English Mastiff named Jackson had spent some time playing in the backyard and looked like he was covered in bug bites. But when Hayden looked closer at her beloved…
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While it’s always good news when a dog gets adopted, sometimes it means having to split up a close pair — leaving one dog behind at the shelter, lonelier than ever after having to say goodbye to their best friend.Recently, one dog was heartbroken after her brother got adopted out — but now she finally…
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As the cold wind whipped through Harvard Square, a sweet dog sat tied to a tree, waiting for his owner. Kristina Hollie saw him shiver – and then saw his owner make a split-second decision that would leave strangers smiling, snapping photos, and sharing the moment around the world. On a chilly December day in…
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It’s truly shocking how cruel some people can be to dogs. These innocent animals too often endure senseless pain and suffering. That was the case for one dog, who was the victim of a horrible attack in which his face was severely burned. But thankfully, he has since been making. a miraculous recovery, thanks to…