Good News Notes: “There was a huge spike in people seeking companionship through animals, whether it be fostering or adopting rescues, when quarantine and social distancing restrictions went into effect. That’s because dogs are known to be one of those great companion animals, but what if you aren’t able to have a pet? The answer…
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Morton Grove Animal Shelter Rescues Dozens of Animals From Storm-Ravaged Texas
Good News Notes: “A Morton Grove animal rescue embraced dozens of cats and dogs that arrived at its suburban facility on Saturday from Texas, where an unprecedented winter storm caused disarray throughout the entire state. Wright-Way Rescue teamed up with Austin Pets Alive! to rescue animals from the unusual cold. ‘We were like, hey, we have the…
‘Watch your pets’: Man plunges into frozen pool to rescue dog who fell through ice
Good News Notes: “Video of an owner rescuing his dog from a frozen pool in Texas is a timely reminder to keep a close watch on your pets amid winter weather. Dan Holmes of Southlake, Texas posted video to his Facebook page showing his unsuspecting pup crashing through the ice covering his backyard pool and…
Nonprofit to fly nearly 200 rescued pets from Puerto Rico for Valentine’s Day
Good News Notes: “Love is in the air! This Valentine’s weekend, more than 190 rescue animals from Puerto Rico will be flying their way into the hearts and homes of their new two-legged soul mates in the U.S. The Sato Project, a nonprofit that rescues abused and abandoned dogs from one of the poorest regions…
Whistler firefighters’ ‘Herculean effort’ helped save local senior who fell through ice
Good News Notes: “A local senior is reportedly in good condition after spending half an hour in the frigid water of Alta Lake on Saturday, Jan. 9, when he fell through the ice while cross-country skiing. ‘My understanding was he was out yesterday shovelling his driveway,’ said Deputy Fire Chief Chris Nelson of the 78-year-old…
Humane Society Rescues 140 Dogs From Neglect Situation in Florida
Good News Notes: “Close to 140 dogs were rescued from a severe neglect situation Tuesday after concerns were raised about the welfare of a group of canines living on a large property in Florida. The Dixie County Sheriff’s Office enlisted the help of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to search a five-acre…
Dog rescued from Montana Vista quarry by sheriff’s deputies and firefighters
Good News Notes: “El Paso County Sheriff’s deputies are raising money to pay the veterinarian bills of a dog that was rescued from a rock quarry in Montana Vista. Officials said Wednesday they are also looking for a good home for the saved canine. The Sheriff’s Office said the dog had been trapped at the…
Driver rescued from partially submerged vehicle
Good News Notes: “A driver was rescued from his vehicle which was submerged in three feet of water in a private pond in the 3800 block of E. Wooster Road Wednesday morning, according to the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office. The driver called 9-1-1 at 11:17 a.m. to report his truck had gone into the water…
Calaveras County animal shelter at capacity after nearly 50 animals rescued from home
Good News Notes: “Nearly 50 animals — some living in dirty cages — were seized from a Calaveras County home. Animals Services rescued dozens of dogs, cats, rabbits and reptiles Friday from Uncle Billy Court after receiving a complaint. As a result, the Calaveras County animal shelter is now at capacity.” View the whole story…
A man lost his Sea Doo off the Pasco County coast. He was rescued 12 hours later.
Good News Notes: “Cole Torrent posted a picture of his lime-green Sea-Doo personal watercraft to Facebook on Tuesday afternoon. For the third time since Monday afternoon, he asked if anyone wanted to join him on the water. But apart from one friend warning about the weather, he didn’t get any response. The comments started pouring…