Meet Bella. She’s an ordinary 11-year-old girl with one uncommon diagnosis: Morquio syndrome. In short, Bella’s condition means that her mobility is steadily deteriorating over the years, and there’s no way for her to get it back. A few years ago, her family was given an explanation as to exactly what would happen: Eventually, their daughter will not be able to walk … [Read more...] about Giant dog George given “Dog’s Best Day” after helping girl walk again
Dogs
A Heartwarming Tribute: Couple Honors Departed Dog’s Memory with Superimposed Reflection
Losing a pet is never easy, and the grieving process can be challenging. But for one couple, commemorating their beloved dog Timber's memory was a special and heartwarming experience. They wanted to honor him in a unique way, and so they turned to photographer Cecilie Thoresen for help. The couple had a photo of themselves spreading Timber's ashes into a pond, and they asked … [Read more...] about A Heartwarming Tribute: Couple Honors Departed Dog’s Memory with Superimposed Reflection
Uncovering the Genetic Differences of Chernobyl’s Resilient Dogs
The Chernobyl disaster in 1986 had a profound impact on the people and animals that lived in the surrounding areas. The explosion at the nuclear power plant in Ukraine resulted in the release of radioactive materials into the atmosphere, leading to widespread contamination of the environment. While most people were evacuated from the area, some animals, including dogs, remained … [Read more...] about Uncovering the Genetic Differences of Chernobyl’s Resilient Dogs
A Dog’s Transformation: From Tar-Covered to a Stunning Recovery
Petróleo, a happy-go-lucky dog who loved to explore his small town, had an unfortunate encounter with a pile of tar left behind by a nearby construction project. Before he knew it, he was completely covered in the sticky, black substance. His owners tried everything they could think of to remove the tar from Petróleo's fur, but to no avail. Petróleo was trapped, and his once … [Read more...] about A Dog’s Transformation: From Tar-Covered to a Stunning Recovery
Meet Furry Pigs That Look Like Sheep And Act Like Dogs
If you could combine three animals into one, which ones would you pick? A pig, a sheep, and a dog? Well, there's no need to camp outside of the geneticist cloner's office any longer, because the Mangalitsa pig fits the bill! Its curly hair give it a sheep-like appearance, and some breeders say it's as good natured as a dog. But wait, there's more. This … [Read more...] about Meet Furry Pigs That Look Like Sheep And Act Like Dogs