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Tag Archive: Rescue
Apr
14
Dramatic rescue of Taz the dog by Kansas firefighters
Some of the most compelling news stories are not about politicians, celebrities or criminals. Travis Heying, a photojournalist in Wichita, Kansas, captured a dramatic rescue of Taz, a dog who had fallen into a swollen river. It all started when John Huy, 79, a retired aviation engineer, took a walk in the rain with Taz, …
Apr
11
Stranger Than Fiction: South Carolina Firefighters Rescue a Dog Stuck Up a Tree
As the old bit of journalism wisdom goes: If a dog bites a man, it’s not news, but if a man bites a dog, it is. In a similar vein, if a cat gets stuck in a tree, we’re not going to write about it, but if a dog gets stuck in a tree, it’s …
Apr
10
After high tech rescue fails, ten days with no food helps dog escape tunnel trap by herself
Pickles, a seven-year-old Terrier, disappeared into a pipe 8 cm wide while walking near her home in England. Rescue teams were brought in. After hours of using infra-red cameras and high tech audio equipment, they were unable to locate her and were forced to call off the rescue to the agony of her owner and …
Mar
29
Video We Love: The Tender Rescue of a Blind Dog Living in a Garbage Pile
So Tedster sent this to Janinester, who sent it to Jakester, who flagged me to it. And I will warn you now: If you are at all tender-hearted, have your Kleenex handy. Or do as I did, and just use your sleeve. This is a short video of the rescue of one of the sweetest …
Mar
19
Rescue Me
One-fifth of all dogs adopted from shelters are returned within a few months. Unfortunately, each “return” stands a reduced chance of getting adopted out again, and often becomes one of millions whose time simply runs out. According to the Humane Society of the United States, an unwanted shelter pet is euthanized about every eight seconds.read …
Mar
14
Debunking Animal Rescue Myths…Courtesy of The Martha Stewart Show
A couple of days ago I decided to take a short break from my work. So, I turned on the television and started channel surfing in search of something interesting. I came across The Martha Stewart Show, which may or may not have normally interested me, depending on the topic. But, as luck would have …
Mar
06
Rescue Dog Rescues Owner by Detecting Her Breast Cancer
A mammogram — the gold standard in breast cancer detection — failed to detect Lisa Hulber’s malignant tumor. But Effie, her rescued hound mix, did. The dog whose life Hulber saved helped save hers after she sniffed her to the point where she decided to get double-checked. This time, doctors found Hulber’s tumor, and did …
Mar
05
Chevy Commercial Featuring Rescue Dogs
This came in 2nd place in Chevy’s contest, so not sure we’ll ever see it on the air, but it’s a great commercial! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Doggies.com Dog BlogJames Crocker Tweet This Post
Feb
17
3 Beautiful Stray Dogs from Afghanistan in Different Stages of Rescue
Life as a stray dog anywhere is difficult, but in Afghanistan it’s particularly cruel. Strays there are often victims of not just neglect, but terrible cruelty. Hunger is only one enemy. Stoning, maiming, and shooting are some of the other horrors these dogs routinely face. But thanks to several incredible rescue groups around the U.S., …
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