GreaterGood Saves Lives by Providing Combat Application Tourniquets to Ukrainian Military Members
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/VIDEO-2022-11-15-11-08-03.mp4 We’ve had many updates lately regarding our efforts to bring food and supplies to the citizens of Ukraine as they struggle through the harsh realities of wartime living. But today, we’d also like to update you on what we’re doing to help save the lives of Ukrainian military members – the heroes who are working hard to keep their fellow citizens safe from harm and maintain control of their country and their freedom....
Abandoned Injured Calf Overcomes Odds And Falls In Love With His New Family
The following story may contain content that’s not suitable for all readers. Living as a stray on the streets of India can be gruesome. It’s a lot worse, however, when that stray is a helpless baby who’s been separated from his mother. Photo: YouTube/Animal Aid Unlimited, India That was the case with Wally, a newborn calf who needed his mama desperately. Sadly, he was abandoned without her on the streets and his future lookeed grim. As Animal Aid Unlimited shared on YouTube, Wally would’ve been just fine but his owner...
Tiny Puppy Found Covered In Blood Can’t Stop Shivering Until Rescuers Step In To Help
When Animal Aid Unlimited in India heard about an injured puppy who was covered in blood, they knew they had to respond and fast. Working in animal rescue is tough work, as you never know what you’re going to come across. When you’re faced with an injured puppy, it’s even more challenging. Photo: Sidewalk Specials/YouTube The rescue shared on YouTube that the puppy was “too hurt and too scared to move” when they arrived. He couldn’t stop shivering! Rescuers named the puppy Banny and carefully scooped him up...
Abused Female Dog Finds Home After 6 Months in Shelter
An abused rescued pit bull is finally living her best life after a social worker stepped up and adopted her. Good Samaritans found Gracie as a stray on the beach in Crescent City, California, back in November of 2022. They took her to the local animal shelter where volunteers with Dogs of Del Norte County got to work. She had improperly cropped ears and low-hanging nipples. It was apparent that she needed medical care. “No one came for her,” a long-time volunteer with Dogs of Del Norte County said. The rural community pulled...
DNA Study Reveals How Balto The Famous Sled Dog Was So Tough
If you grew up in the United States, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with the famous sled dog: Balto. According to the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Balto made history back in 1925 during the “Race of Mercy” to Nome, Alaska. Photo: Wikimedia Commons During that time, a raging blizzard made travel tough, but it was necessary because native Inuits in Nome were suffering a diphtheria outbreak after invaders introduced it to the area. There was medicine to treat diphtheria, but it was 674 miles away. Due to...
16-Year-Old Blind Cat Tossed From Moving Vehicle, Finds Much Happier Home
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Everyone, this is Maui! His nickname is Maui Miyagi or Old Blind Brown Cat. My grandson and I rescued him after someone posted his picture on Craigslist, looking for the owner. I always browse the lost and found pets on there, and when I saw his picture, my heart sank that he was lost. PHOTO: DEE DODGE I also...
Retired Bowtied Therapy Dog Has Brought Smiles to Schools, Hospitals, and More
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Moses is a special boy. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / STEROU70 Up until the pandemic, he was visiting schools, hospitals, and nursing homes as a Pet Pals therapy dog (even though Moses has NO idea he is a d-o-g). SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY Moses pretty much taught himself the expected behavior for a visitor in all of...
Motel 6 Partners With The Humane Society Of The United States To Help Pet Owners In Need
Motel 6 is teaming up with the Humane Society of the United States to help support pet owners in need. According to a press release, Motel 6 and its extended-stay chain Studio 6 are working with HSUS to support the organization’s More Than a Pet campaign. Photo: Flickr/goblinbox_(queen_of_ad_hoc_bento) License: CC BY 2.0 As the press release notes, the goal of the campaign is to “raise awareness of the pet poverty crisis, provide financial solutions for struggling pet owners, and keep pets and their families together by increasing...
Adoptable Marley Would Like to Chat About His Current Living Arrangements
Hi, everybody, my name is Marley! I am a 1-year-old male lab mix, and I am so excited to find my forever home soon! I was discovered roaming in a neighborhood in North Phoenix by some nice people that connected me with Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue to help take care of me until I find my new family or my new family finds me! I’m a bit shy at first, but once I get comfortable around you, we will be best buds, and I won’t leave your side. I get along pretty well with other dogs, but I haven’t been around cats before, so...
Nemo The Cat Becomes BFFs With New “Nemo” Fish
It’s no secret that cats love fish, but that love might not go both ways. In fact, cats are known to eat fish and prey on them, so it makes sense why cats might enjoy fish but fish wouldn’t feel the same way. One orange tabby cat, Nemo, happens to be aptly named after his love for fish. Photo: Pexels/Peng Louis Rather than getting Nemo a real fish to torment, his owners decided to compromise by getting him a plastic fish. “We got Nemo a new fish, and this one’s a Nemo too!” his owner shared on Instagram. As it...
