Military Dog Reunited With Handler After Being Left For Dead In Afghanistan
When Kristen St. Pierre returned from work in Afghanistan in 2019, she left behind her bomb-sniffing companion, Chase. As she shared on Facebook, despite being safe and sound in Georgia, St. Pierre couldn’t get the thought of Chase out of her mind and she regularly caught up with his new military handler to see photos and updates. However, in 2021, the United States troops abruptly left Afghanistan 20 years after invading the country. Amidst the chaos of the sudden withdrawal, St. Pierre lost touch with Chase and was unsure of what...
Murphy the Bald Eagle Has a Chick to Mentor After Trying to Hatch a Rock
Spring has sprung and with it comes mating and nesting behavior in the wild. For the last week or so there’s been big news about a bald eagle residing at the World Bird Sanctuary located in Valley Park in St. Louis County. If you’re unsure, that’s in Missouri. The eagle’s name is Murphy, and he’s garnered tons of attention for his attempts at hatching a rock in his enclosure. Sanctuary officials there note that male eagles play a substantial role in raising their young, so Murphy’s behavior with his rock...
Protect Your Dog from Highly Contagious Dog Flu: Health Risks and Precautions
Dog flu, or Canine Influenza Virus is a highly transmissible virus that was introduced to the United States in While it typically not can lead severe illness and even especially for dogs with compromised immune systems. With recent outbreaks in many states, it’s important for dog owners to understand the health risks and take precautions to protect their pets. Health Risks of Dog Flu CIV is a highly contagious respiratory disease that affects dogs of all breeds and ages. The two strains of CIV, H3N8 and H3N2, are particularly potent and...
Lost Dog Spends A Month Traveling 166 Miles Over Sea Ice To Neighboring Town In Alaska
A dog in Alaska was identified over a month after going missing more than 166 miles from home. The dog’s owner, Mandy Iworrigan, became worried when her pup, Nanuq, didn’t return home to Gambell on St. Lawrence Island from hunting one day. Photo: Wikimedia Commons License: CC BY-SA 4.0 Days turned to weeks and Mandy had no idea what had happened to her beloved dog until she saw a Facebook post featuring Nanuq from the neighboring town of Wales, which is 166 miles from Gambell over plates of sea ice! Hilary Ahkinga snapped photos...
Dog Orphaned After Owner Killed In Hit And Run To Become Service Dog
A dog named Patch was tragically orphaned after his owner was killed in a hit-and-run in Tennessee. According to a press release, the 50-year-old woman was walking her dog across a bridge near her apartment complex when a Ford F-150 pickup truck struck the woman and killed her. Photo: Flickr/Brad Montgomery License: CC By 2.0 Authorities discovered Patch had fled the scene and was waiting by the door of his apartment. Despite the tragedy, he was in good health when taken in by the Metro Nashville Animal Care and Control in Nashville,...
Shelter Searches For Family That Abandoned Dog With A Heartbreaking Note
Having to rehome a pet can be devastating, not only for the animal but for the family involved as well. Sometimes, rehoming a pet is truly in the best interest of the animal, but it’s not always an accessible option for people without resources. Shelters are often full or charge fees for surrenders, and as a result, people end up dumping pets in random places instead of taking them to a rescue. Photo: Instagram/@toronto_humane_society The Toronto Humane Society took to Instagram to share about a recent situation where that happened with...
Longtime Shelter Dog Gives Sweet Kisses To Rescue Staff Before Finally Going Home
When a rescue dog finally gets adopted from a shelter, it’s a heartwarming moment for everyone involved. However, sometimes those moments are bittersweet, especially if shelter staff have formed a deep bond with the animal in question. When a dog named Jax was brought into the Regina Humane Society, he was in rough condition, but the shelter recognized how sweet and loving he was. Photo: Facebook/Regina Humane Society Speaking with The Dodo, Bill Thorn, the Regina Humane Society’s director, said: “He was very thin, so it...
Proud Golden Retriever Brings Mom A 3-Foot Snake As A Gift
Some dogs love to bring their owner various “gifts” they find either around the house or out in the yard. Some dogs bring sticks, while others bring toys. It’s a sweet gesture, even if the gift isn’t that useful. One dog, however, surprised his owner with something truly alarming: a 3-foot snake! Photo: TikTok/@pricelesstimes Casey Newlin was the supportive dog mom who happened to be graced with the snake after her golden retriever, Scout, found it in the yard. Newlin posted a video of Scout carrying the massive snake...
Shelter Staff Heartbroken Over Alcoholic Dog Suffering From Withdrawal
When a two-year-old Labrador mix named Coco arrived at the Woodside Animal Rescue Trust in the United Kingdom, staff had no idea what they were about to get into. The rescue took to Facebook to share about the dog. In the post, they explained that canine alcohol withdrawal was “a first for us.” Photo: Pexels/Tembela Bohle They went on to say that Coco required intensive care after arriving at the rescue over a month ago following the death of his owner. While many dogs suffer from separation anxiety following the death of their...
Meet ‘Tony Dawg’ – The French Bulldog That Loves To Skateboard
If you have a dog in your life, you have likely taught him some tricks. It may just be a simple command or basic obedience, but it is something they need to learn. Other people may take this to extremes, teaching their dog how to get them a drink from the refrigerator or perhaps to go through some elaborate routine. These tricks can entertain, but they have nothing on Cabbage. Photo: TikTok/@baic99999 Cabbage is a white French bulldog that has some serious skills. People everywhere love what this dog can do because he can skateboard like a...
