Woman Credits Her Brave Chihuahua as the Reason She Survived a Bear Attack
This 51-year-old woman may not have survived a recent bear attack if it had not been for her courageous little dog staying by her side.
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Dog Saves Its Owner's Life When It Sniffs Out Cancer, Not Once, But Three Times
This Siberian husky and her olfactory talent may be the reason why her 52-year-old owner is alive today.
'Never seen anything like it': Watch Ferry Passenger's Stunning Footage of 200 Frolicking Dolphins
The passenger says that he has made the ferry trip hundreds of times, but he has never seen anything like this before.
Dolphins Help Save Tired Dog Stuck in Canal
Some persistent dolphins are being credited with saving a dog that had run away on Marco Island. The dog's owner said he had been missing for 15 hours -- and it would have been longer if the dolphins hadn't alerted the neighbors.
Providing Foster Care for Deployed Troops' Cats
Operation Noble Foster has provided more than 3,000 deployed servicemembers with individual foster homes for their cats until they return. "The best part is knowing that I'm able to take care of somebody's pet while they are serving our country."
Four-Legged Heros Honored for Saving Lives of Owners, Infant
The Purina Animal Hall of Fame this week honored five incredible dogs as heros for saving the lives of an infant, two men and two women, heralding their remarkable stories of persistence, loyalty and spirit.
Terminally Ill Homeless Man and Dog Gifted With Apartment, Pet Food
It all started with one good deed that led to an even bigger one, which resulted in a life-changing one, all in the name of helping homeless people with pets, who aren't allowed in shelters because of their animal companions. Break.com, an online site that showcases funny videos, planned to surprise the Louisville pet hero […]
The Purrfect House for Cats by Japanese Design Firm
Does it make sense to design homes to cater to the enjoyment of cat and dog pet owners? The demand is there, at least in Japan, where Fauna Plus DeSIGN created a beautiful custom home for 16 cats.
Soldiers Team Up With Shelter Dogs in Operation Heroes & Hounds
Operation Heroes & Hounds gives injured or traumatized members of the U.S. armed forces the chance to work with shelter dogs. Using a positive, playful approach called The Loved Dog method the program makes a difference in the lives of homeless animals, while the soldiers get a chance to rebuild their self esteem, sense of purpose, and lives as civilians.
Woman Turns Rescued Shelter Dogs into… Rescuers!
CNN Hero Wilma Melville founded the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation, and has since given hundreds of rescued shelter dogs a new life -- as rescuers. They have since deployed at major disasters on 9/11, in Haiti and the Japan tsunami.
Disasters Bring Home the Message: Also Prepare for Pets
Earthquakes, hurricanes, fires, floods, and tornadoes can cause massive damage quickly. It is essential to have a disaster plan in place for your animals. What if you are away when disaster strikes? Do you know your neighbors? What if you have to move a pet, what will you need to remember before leaving?
Giant Therapy Dog Brings Relief to Many
Looks can be deceiving and even intimidating, especially when you are 125 pounds of fur and teeth. But to hundreds of his closest friends in Adams County, Kentucky, Leroy is a gentle giant whose mission is to help brighten the day of children and the elderly.
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