For several weeks, homeless dog Petunia lived out in a parking lot. Staff from a local animal welfare organization attempted to rescue the frightened pup. But they quickly noted how hesitant she was to trust them. When they finally did manage to lure the sad dog out from under a car, they understood why she was so reluctant to emerge from her hiding place… At … [Read more...] about Terrified dog refuses to be rescued, then they see she’s hiding something behind her back
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A Stone Tribute: The First Monument Honoring Abandoned Animals
In the heart of Galicia, Spain, a silent sentinel stands as a poignant reminder of the plight of abandoned animals. This isn't just a statue; it's a testament to compassion, a symbol of hope, and a call to action. A Monument to Love and Loss Since 2010, the coastal town of Moaña has been home to a unique sculpture: a dog, breedless and gentle, cradling a cat. This … [Read more...] about A Stone Tribute: The First Monument Honoring Abandoned Animals
Dog Swept Away in Hurricane Floodwaters Found Stranded in a Tree Days Later
In a tale that will tug at your heartstrings, a resilient dog has defied the odds and survived the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene. After being swept away by raging floodwaters, the canine was found days later clinging to a tree, a testament to her extraordinary spirit. A search and rescue team from the Kingsport Fire Department and Murfreesboro Police Department … [Read more...] about Dog Swept Away in Hurricane Floodwaters Found Stranded in a Tree Days Later
Abandoned dog was found tied up to tree, waiting to be rescued — rescue gives her a second chance
It’s always heartbreaking to see a dog tied up and abandoned, but thankfully there are people willing to step up and save these discarded animals, giving them a second chance. Recently, one dog got a new start after animal rescuers found her tied up to a tree. In January, a 6-to-7-week-old puppy was found along a roadway in Lewis County, Kentucky, tied up to a tree. A … [Read more...] about Abandoned dog was found tied up to tree, waiting to be rescued — rescue gives her a second chance
Mama dog found tied up in woods along with her 8 puppies — now they’re in safe hands
It was a heartbreaking sight as a mama dog and her eight puppies were found abandoned, fending for themselves — but now they’re getting an inspiring new start. On March 30, Knotty Creek Animal Rescue, in Sweet Home, Oregon, shared the story of a “distressing situation” and a “scene of unimaginable cruelty and neglect.” A local citizen found a mother dog tied to … [Read more...] about Mama dog found tied up in woods along with her 8 puppies — now they’re in safe hands