A mama Great Dane gave birth to an adorable litter of puppies at a shelter this week, and the rescue says the new arrivals have set a record. Perfectly Imperfect Pups, in Raleigh, North Carolina, recently took in a pregnant Great Dane named Meadow. The sweet dog had been passed around to five different homes since February, through no fault of her own. “It makes me so sad … [Read more...] about Shelter Great Dane gives birth to litter of 15 adorable puppies, breaking record
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Vet gives puppy death sentence, reaches for needle – then boss takes look at her paws and shouts out
Anyone who's ever had to put their dog to sleep knows just how heartbreaking an ordeal it is. Sometimes, though, there's simply no other way. When the suffering has gone on for too long, it's the kindest thing to do. I pray you never experience it yourself, but if you do then it's important you stay by your best friend's side until the end. No dog should have to spend its final … [Read more...] about Vet gives puppy death sentence, reaches for needle – then boss takes look at her paws and shouts out
Orangutan mom, thought to be infertile, gives birth and is captured on camera for the first time
As humans we can only marvel at the animal kingdom and appreciate what a privilege it is when we are granted any glimpse into this special world. At Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, a mom orangutan was captured on camera giving birth and then brought her baby to the staff to show her off in a truly magical moment. The moment was witnessed at the Jersey-based … [Read more...] about Orangutan mom, thought to be infertile, gives birth and is captured on camera for the first time
Family’s dog gives birth to unbelievably rare green puppy
Golden retriever Rio gave birth to nine healthy puppies this summer. But one of them looked a little different to the rest of his siblings. Her owners couldn’t believe their eyes when they saw that one of the puppies had green fur. It’s extremely unusual – but it has happened before. Puppies can sometimes have green fur when they are born. Breeders believe it’s to do … [Read more...] about Family’s dog gives birth to unbelievably rare green puppy
Dog surrendered by owner just for barking too much — rescue gives him a second chance
It’s heartbreaking how some people abandon their dogs for the most trivial reasons, like minor health issues or because they’re “too old.” Some heartless owners even try to have their pets put to sleep. That was the case for a dog named Marcus, whose owner wanted him put down just for barking too much — but now this sweet dog is looking for a second chance. Marcus, a … [Read more...] about Dog surrendered by owner just for barking too much — rescue gives him a second chance