Having a dog should be a lifetime commitment, but too many people surrender their pets for arbitrary reasons, not caring what happens to them. When one rescue took in a dog that had been surrendered to a shelter by his longtime owner, they couldn’t hold back their frustrations any longer, writing that they were “sick and tired” of cases like these. Earlier this month, a … [Read more...] about 7-year-old dog heartbroken after owner surrenders him to shelter: Rescue says they’re “sick and tired”
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Animal lover saves sick little kitten – when he grows up she can’t believe her eyes
When animals give birth to a large litter, there’s often one infant that is much smaller and weaker than the others. It happens with dogs, cats, birds and many other animals. In the wild, nature often has it’s way with these poor little ones. They get less food than their siblings and it’s normal for the runt of the litter to not survive. But when it comes to domestic pets, … [Read more...] about Animal lover saves sick little kitten – when he grows up she can’t believe her eyes
Caring 2-year-old goes to dog shelter and chooses sick, shy pit bull in need of love
There are so many dogs in shelters, and they all just want one thing: to find their forever homes. But sadly, it can take some longer than others. Whether it’s their breed, age, appearance or health issues, many dogs get constantly passed over by adopters, often in favor of younger, more conventionally cute puppies. But sometimes a compassionate person comes along and … [Read more...] about Caring 2-year-old goes to dog shelter and chooses sick, shy pit bull in need of love
Wildlife officers make disturbing autopsy discovery after euthanizing sick bear: ‘It’s a call we wish we never had to make’
In a heartbreaking incident in Telluride, Colorado, wildlife officers were forced to euthanize a sick bear, which led to a grim discovery during the subsequent autopsy. The bear had been suffering for months due to plastic waste that had blocked its digestive system, shedding light on the devastating consequences of plastic pollution on wildlife. What … [Read more...] about Wildlife officers make disturbing autopsy discovery after euthanizing sick bear: ‘It’s a call we wish we never had to make’
In loving arms: Man floats his sick dog to sleep, becomes Internet sensation
The unconditional love of a dog is a powerful thing. Just ask John Unger of Bayfield, Wis. For the past 19 years, Unger’s loyal companion has been a shepherd mix named Schoep. Unger learned two weeks ago that his dog had severe arthritis and may need to be put down soon. He was devastated — and also determined to help alleviate Schoep’s pain. Unger knew that people … [Read more...] about In loving arms: Man floats his sick dog to sleep, becomes Internet sensation