A tragic incident has struck Pemba Island in the Zanzibar Archipelago, claiming the lives of eight children and one adult, while leaving 78 others sickened after consuming sea turtle meat. This culinary delicacy, despite its cultural significance in the region, has been revealed to harbor a deadly threat — chelonitoxism, a rare and fatal form of food poisoning for which there … [Read more...] about 9 Dead, 78 Sickened After Eating Sea Turtle Meat
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Shelter dog was so lonely after her brother got adopted out — then she got great news
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 has good news of her own. Stillwater Animal Welfare, in Oklahoma, … [Read more...] about Shelter dog was so lonely after her brother got adopted out — then she got great news
Dog was severely injured after someone set her on fire — now making a recovery thanks to rescue
It’s truly unbelievable how cruel some people can be towards animals, but thankfully there are also kind people in the world willing to step up and give these poor creatures the love and care they deserve. That’s the story of one dog, who was left gravely injured after being set on fire, but is now making a steady recovery thanks to an animal rescue. (Warning: story … [Read more...] about Dog was severely injured after someone set her on fire — now making a recovery thanks to rescue
Woman volunteers at shelter — makes a “drastic decision” on her first day after meeting rescue dog
Volunteering with an animal shelter is one of the most rewarding things you can do. And for one woman, it led to a life-changing decision — on just her first day! Katherine Ellis recently decided to volunteer at her local Humane Society in Charlotte. Though she had no intention of getting a dog of her own, she heard that they had 46 dogs who needed homes immediately, and … [Read more...] about Woman volunteers at shelter — makes a “drastic decision” on her first day after meeting rescue dog
Dog runs off after car crash — runs to get help in an unexpected place
Dogs are such amazing, intelligent animals. They know when to go get help when people are in danger, and also have incredible senses of direction. That’s what one smart dog proved recently: after being in a car crash with her owner, she ran to get help at one of his most trusted places… Melissa Fickel, from Michigan, is the owner of a 3-year-old pitbull mix named Aries. … [Read more...] about Dog runs off after car crash — runs to get help in an unexpected place