Ryan’s Memory
This story was originally shared TheAnimalRescueSite.GreaterGood.com. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! My late daughter Ryan had been on me to get her a dog forever, as we had to go to PetsMart every Saturday to pet the dogs. I finally relented in February of 2006, and we brought home one of a litter of five from an outing at the rescue. PHOTO: Ed C. Sadly, Ryan passed away only three months later, but her new puppy brought some joy to her life… a life that had not been...
Austin Is First City In Texas To Ban Cat Declawing
The Austin City Council unanimously approved an ordinance last week to ban the declawing of cats. Austin is the first city in Texas to take action against the “cruel and unnecessary practice” and spent the past two years consulting with veterinarians, residents, and New York officials – who banned declawing in 2019. The ordinance bans declawing of cats for aesthetic reasons but still allows vets to surgically remove the claws for medical conditions. Photo: Pexels The City of Austin shared the good news on Twitter, “No...
Pets across the US are returning home thanks to the No Place Like Home Challenge
The No Place Like Home Challenge is halfway over and the success stories are already in. Over on Maddie’s Pet Forum, several Challenge participants have been sharing what’s been working for them. Please, share your successes and ideas, too! While the Challenge is a fun competition, the ultimate goal is to get more pets back home. Carla M Stroud, Shelter Director at Tri-Lake Humane Society in Saranac Lake, NY, detailed a story about the adventurous cat Moo Moo, who slipped out of his...
Woman Uses Kindness To Convince Man To Surrender His Neglected Dogs
A woman used kindness to convince a man to give her his severely neglected puppies and their mama. The Frankie, Lola and Friends dog rescue got a call about some neglected dogs in Los Angles, California. One dog, the mom, was chained with a heavy chain and severely underweight. Her puppies were living in filth and neglected alongside her. When Lisa arrived at the man’s house to investigate, she was pleasantly surprised that he eagerly let her onto the property. However, what she found was disturbing. The condition of the dogs,...
Pet Owner Issued Warning After Their Dog Died After Playing In A Lake In Texas
A pet owner issued a warning after their “mysteriously” dog died just minutes after playing in Belton Lake in Texas. More dogs in the area have been reported dead for unknown reasons after swimming in the lake. When Delaney Presley took her 6-month-old dog, Koda, for a play-date at the lake, she had no idea the tragedy that would follow. Minutes after playing in Lake Belton, located 10 miles west of Temple, TX, Koda began to seize and grow weak. Presley recognized something was seriously wrong and immediately began the 11-minute...
Dog Rescue Purchases 46-Acres To Build A Rehab Dog Sanctuary
A dog rescue purchased a 46-acre farm to build a rehab and sanctuary for the rescue dogs. Locals are upset about the dog sanctuary, believing the sanctuary will cause noise pollution from the barking. After months of fundraising, Dogs 4 Rescue finally purchased a 46-acre farm as the site of their new sanctuary and rehab center. The UK-based rescue uses a unique “kennel free environment,” according to their website. Because they don’t use kennels and allow the dogs to have space to roam, they need an ample amount of space for...
Dog Alerts Owner To Man Who’d Fallen Through Icy Pond And Saves His Life
A man was taking a walk with his dog when the dog alerted him to a man struggling in a nearby icy pond. Thomas Walsh was enjoying a walk with his 5-year-old German shepherd, Diesel, like any other day. The Massachusetts-based duo was circling Quarter Mile Pond between the towns of Stoneham and Medford. Suddenly, Diesel picked up on a cry for help. According to the Stoneham Fire Department, Diesel alerted his owner to the cry for help and Welsh was able to locate a 22-year-old man in a life-threatening situation. Photo: YouTube/WCVB Channel 5...
19 Cats, 3 Dogs Rescued From Michigan Home Deemed “Unfit for Living”
Some animal lovers can fill a home full of pets and care for them all; but in many circumstances, a house full of animals without adequate care can quickly spiral out of control. Whether caused by mental illness or other circumstances, this was the case for a Port Huron, Michigan couple in early March of 2021. Animal control and police worked together after receiving a tip about several cats, dogs, and even a raccoon all living in a small home with two adults. A warrant was drafted, for “animal cruelty/hoarding,” and, according to...
“Fido Bags” Help First Responders Save Two Dogs From Burning Home
Sometimes, even the most heartbreaking tragedies have a silver lining. In July of 2020, four dogs and a cat in Colleton County, South Carolina were killed when the motorhome they were being transported in caught fire. Several other people and pets were injured as well. They were on their way to a dog show. The incident inspired the Fetch Foundation, which calls itself a “unique 501c3 non-profit organization creating programs that save pets lives,” to donate “Fido bags” to Colleton County Fire-Rescue teams in the hopes...
Deaf And Blind Dog Is Reunited With Her Grandpa After A Year Apart
When we bring a dog into our home, we are doing more than adopting a pet, we are adding a member to the family. In many cases, it is not only the household that keeps the pet but it is also an extended family that falls in love with the dog and considers them as much family as a son, daughter, brother, or sister.’ That was the case with Bitsy, a five-year-old dog owned by Hayden Kristal. Bitsy is a special dog because she was born both deaf and blind. Hayden’s father, Steve, had strong feelings for Bitsy after she left to move in...
