Students at an elementary school in New Jersey gave their beloved therapy dog a birthday celebration he would never forget — by learning sign language so he could be part of the festivities. Cole, a 9-year-old deaf pit bull mix, has spent the past seven years serving as a certified therapy dog at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School in Vineland. Adopted by music teacher … [Read more...] about Students Learn Sign Language To Celebrate Deaf Therapy Dog’s Birthday
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Shelter Employee’s Heart Melts When She Catches Two Kittens Holding Paws
Staff at a South Carolina animal shelter were touched by an unexpected display of friendship after discovering two kittens holding paws through the bars of their neighboring kennels. The heartwarming moment involved Colleen, a 13-week-old kitten currently being cared for by the Humane Society of York County (HSYC), and another kitten named Pedro Pascal. Colleen first … [Read more...] about Shelter Employee’s Heart Melts When She Catches Two Kittens Holding Paws
Rescuer Drops To The Ground After Finding Someone Wedged Between Trees
A wildlife rescuer in Florida helped save an exhausted possum after discovering him trapped upside down between two trees for more than 24 hours. Kim Titterington, founder of Swamp Girl Adventures Reptile Rehabilitation (SGARR), received an urgent call from a concerned resident who had spotted the animal wedged tightly between two tree trunks during a walk. Unable to free … [Read more...] about Rescuer Drops To The Ground After Finding Someone Wedged Between Trees
Police Spot Fox Carrying A Mouthful Of Hot Dogs Through Canadian Town
Police in Alberta, Canada, have shared an unusual wildlife encounter after an officer spotted a fox running through town with a surprising haul — several hot dogs clenched firmly in its mouth. The incident took place in the Crowsnest Pass area when a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) noticed the red fox carrying what appeared to be five or six full-sized hot … [Read more...] about Police Spot Fox Carrying A Mouthful Of Hot Dogs Through Canadian Town
Shoppers Spot A Haunting Face Pleading For Help At Store’s Front Door
She had almost given up hope. The team at the Amelia County Animal Shelter (ACAS) in Virginia has witnessed countless heartbreaking rescue cases over the years. Abandoned pets, injured strays and starving puppies are sadly nothing new to them. But one recent call from a local dollar store stopped everyone in their tracks. Concerned shoppers at a Dollar General in … [Read more...] about Shoppers Spot A Haunting Face Pleading For Help At Store’s Front Door