Rachel, an experienced rescuer with Sidewalk Specials in South Africa, has seen countless heartbreaking cases. Her work involves saving abandoned dogs, abused strays, and animals surrendered by owners who can no longer care for them. But one message she received years ago would become one of her most emotional rescues. A local owner reached out about seven newborn puppies … [Read more...] about Mama Dog Reunited With Her Puppies After Heartbreaking Separation — And Her Reaction Is Pure Love
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Man spots tiny little creature on the ground and decides to try and save its life
When Ron Milburn spotted a tiny, hairless creature no bigger than his thumb in his driveway, he had no clue what he had found. He scooped it up, wrapped it in a warm cloth, and started searching online for answers. He soon realized it was a newborn squirrel, likely having fallen from its nest. Hoping its mother would return, he placed it in a shallow box outside. The mother … [Read more...] about Man spots tiny little creature on the ground and decides to try and save its life
Dog Chained In Abandoned Backyard Can’t Believe He’s Finally Being Rescued
When a Detroit resident returned home one day, he was shocked to find a helpless dog chained in a neighboring backyard, left alone to fend for himself. Desperate to help, he reached out to Rebel Dogs Detroit, a rescue organization known for saving abandoned animals. The call was answered by Tiffany Perkins, a dedicated volunteer who rushed to the scene, unaware of the … [Read more...] about Dog Chained In Abandoned Backyard Can’t Believe He’s Finally Being Rescued
Woman saves abandoned chick from smashed egg – 1 yr later, her transformation shocks everyone
One day back in the summer of 2014, Susan Hickman was out walking when something caught her eye. There on the ground, she saw found a cracked eggshell. Susan almost kept walking, but for some reason, she decided to stop and see if there was anything inside. And to her surprise, there was! When she looked inside, Susan found a newborn chick inside. He didn’t have any … [Read more...] about Woman saves abandoned chick from smashed egg – 1 yr later, her transformation shocks everyone
From Skin and Bones to Fluffy Tails: My Opossum Rescue Mission
One day, a group of opossums showed up in my yard, looking gaunt and sickly. Concerned for their well-being, I contacted a veterinarian. The diagnosis: mange, a debilitating skin disease that can be fatal. Determined to help, I embarked on a mission to nurse these creatures back to health. The Challenge of Mange: Mange is caused by mites that burrow into the skin, causing … [Read more...] about From Skin and Bones to Fluffy Tails: My Opossum Rescue Mission