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Loyal dog alerts rescuers to friend trapped in cold, muddy well, CA officials say

Rescue story of two dogs in California, where one alerted rescuers to another trapped in a well. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Rescuers find 'exhausted' horse trapped in muddy riverbed - and fly him back to owner

Rescuers had to lift an exhausted horse out of a muddy riverbed in California due to heavy rains trapping the animal overnight.

Animal rescue teams from the Riverside Fire Department and Norco Animal Rescue collaborated to sedate and airlift the horse, named Conquistador, to safety. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Nocturnal creature found trapped in air duct, CA photos show. An officer gets creative

A Western screech-owl was found trapped in an air duct in California.

Officer Cody Macartney creatively freed the owl with a hook made of electrical wire. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

2 months ago

'Lucky' the horse sinks neck-deep into muddy backyard sinkhole, California rescuers say

Lucky the horse was rescued after getting trapped in a sinkhole in a backyard in Lake View Terrace, California.

More than 50 firefighters, including a Specialized Mobile Animal Rescue Team, were involved in the operation to free Lucky. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

More than 80 dogs rescued from California home. 2 people arrested, 2 sent to hospitals

Over 80 dogs rescued from dire conditions with health toll on animals.

High ammonia levels prevented personnel from entering the home, leading to arrests and medical treatment. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

4 months ago

East Bay (California)

How one Brentwood guard dog became the poster pup for better treatment of outdoor animals

Rula, a German shepherd/husky mix, spent years living in poor conditions before being rescued and finding a new home.

Her story sparked a social media campaign and protests calling for changes in animal care rules. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Pets

New Zealand pet shelters are being swamped with axolotls. Are Minecraft and TikTok to blame?

An axolotl boom is seeing thousands of the smiling amphibians accumulating at New Zealand's pet shelters, with some blaming their newfound popularity on Minecraft, TikTok and other online games.

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www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Shirley Watts, wife of Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, dies aged 82

Shirley Watts, wife of Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, has died at the age of 82, her family has announced.The pair met in 1961 and were happily married for 57 years before Charlie's death in 2021.A statement from the family, shared with the PA news agency, read: It is with great sadness that Seraphina, Charlotte and Barry announce the death of their much-loved mother, grandmother and mother-in law Shirley Watts.

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Cocker spaniel rescued by fire crew after getting head trapped in metal fence

A cocker spaniel named after Indiana Jones had to be rescued by firefighters after getting his head trapped in a metal fence.

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Washington Post

1 week ago

Cars

Dog hit by car loses leg, is adopted by firefighter who helped her

Anthony Pulvino rescued and adopted a dog after she was hit by a car. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

1 week ago

Los Angeles

1-month-old kitten hitching a ride on California train gets helping hand, rescue says

Compassion for animals can be found even in unexpected places. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

5 days ago

Hundreds of emaciated' and stranded pelicans turn up along California coast

Hundreds of starving and stranded brown pelicans are turning up along the California coast in a crisis situation. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

2 months ago

Abandoned beside a highway and hit by a car, California puppy seeks a new loving home

Shelbie, a 9-week-old lab mix puppy, was found abandoned beside a California highway after being hit by a car.

Despite her injuries, Shelbie is described as smart, easily trainable, resilient, and joyful. [ more ]

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Electric Literature

5 days ago

Writing

8 Coming of Age Novels About Immigrants and First Generation Americans - Electric Literature

Being passionate about helping animals often leads to unexpected situations and challenges. [ more ]

www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

3 weeks ago

London

Dolphins' spotted in south London River Thames 'suspected to be dead'

Zoology Society London is monitoring the Thames for missing dolphins, with no bodies found but videos showing possible sightings raising concerns. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

Cat rescued from Bexley home after being stuck in chimney for two days

Firefighters rescued a cat stuck in a chimney for two days after running up due to a vacuum cleaner.

Firefighters emphasize calling animal rescue organizations first to avoid putting oneself at risk during animal rescue operations. [ more ]

www.newsshopper.co.uk

4 months ago

London

The weirdest places animals were rescued from in London last year

The RSPCA in London had to rescue foxes from various unusual situations, such as getting their heads stuck in fences and car wheels.

Animal rescue officers were able to safely remove the foxes and release them back into the wild unharmed. [ more ]

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Brooklyn

Meowza! Tough BK Kitten Survives a Five-Floor Fall

AMA Animal Rescue provided critical care for a kitten that survived a fall from the fifth floor of a building

Paris, the kitten, suffered a fractured rib and pneumothorax, requiring urgent medical intervention [ more ]

New York Post

2 months ago

New York City

'Peanut Butter,' a dog abandoned on NYC highway on Christmas Eve, now a social media star

Peanut Butter, a once neglected dog, now has a strong community support system.

Peanut Butter's recovery showcases the impact of love and care on an animal's healing process. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

3 months ago

UK news

Nature lover complains over wrongful arrest' after freeing animals caught in snares

A nature lover was wrongfully arrested for freeing a deer and hare caught in snares.

The charges were based on footage that the activist had posted on social media, but he argues that he was not in the videos or in Sussex where they were filmed. [ more ]

Boston.com

3 months ago

Boston

Abandoned dog who had tumor removed needs your help

Big Momma, a mastiff, was found abandoned in a park with a 13-pound tumor on her underbelly.

A good Samaritan took the dog to the police station where she was later cared for and had her tumor removed. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston

Watch: Shoebert has returned to the ocean

"He beelined it into the water faster than ever," said Mystic Aquarium's assistant manager of animal rescue.

www.npr.org

Europe news

War takes a heavy toll on animals too. See how people in Ukraine strive to save them

Staff and volunteers load a camel into a vehicle to be evacuated from Feldman Ecopark in Kharkiv, Ukraine, on May 4.

The zoo has been shelled repeatedly during the Russian invasion.

Toronto

Toronto

Rescue set to bring nearly 50 dogs into Ontario this week before national ban is implemented

An animal rescue and advocacy group is rushing to bring as many dogs into Ontario as possible before a nationwide ban goes into effect at the end of the month.

www.cbc.ca