A compassionate Brazilian priest helps homeless dogs get adopted by having them join his church’s service every Sunday. Everybody’s welcome at the house of God – shouldn’t that be true for animals, too? A priest in Brazil thinks so. Father João Paulo Araujo Gomes typically celebrates the Sunday mass with some special guests – the forgotten stray dogs of Gravatá. … [Read more...] about This Brazilian Priest Takes Stray Dogs Off the Streets To Get Them Adopted By His Congregation
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Scared baby squirrel refuses to leave as her tree is chopped down — rescue takes her in
Squirrels are such a common sight in so many of our neighborhoods, parks and backyards that we barely give them much thought, but it’s important to remember that we still share our environment with them and the things we do affect their lives. When a tree was being cut down last month, a baby squirrel was terrified of losing her home and refused to leave — until a rescue … [Read more...] about Scared baby squirrel refuses to leave as her tree is chopped down — rescue takes her in
Cat Takes Food to Abandoned Dog
The owner of a cat noticed that his feline friend would take a piece of food in his mouth and then leave the house every afternoon. Curious, the owner decided to follow him one day and found out that he was taking the food to an abandoned dog who had been chained to a post by his owner. The cat's owner was deeply moved by his pet's kindness and compassion. He shared the … [Read more...] about Cat Takes Food to Abandoned Dog
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
Family takes turns sleeping on the couch to keep their old dog company
Our dogs start to slow down a little as they get older, but we do everything make sure they are happy and comfortable in their twilight years. But one family went above-and-beyond for their old dog, rearranging their sleep schedules just to make sure he felt loved. Spike is a 14-year-old English springer spaniel. Like many dogs his age, he can’t get around like he used … [Read more...] about Family takes turns sleeping on the couch to keep their old dog company