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    On February 22nd 2011, Terry posted about Ben needing a home because his former owner thought it was best for him to be shot than pay for his care. Many of us were concerned and shared Ben’s story in hope of finding him a home before February 27.  Nat, myself and others got in touch with his rescuer; …

Here are some recent rescue items from around the globe

Contest to name one of Canada’s future police dogs now on Rescuers pull dog walker from icy water in Ontario Teens witnessed trying to hang dog by leash: police  Sudbury, ON Expand our current animal rescue and create a ‘Dogtown’ within Canada Saskatchewan Police officer kills aggressive dog Man upset, claims starving cat denied help -Toronto Bill would ban products …

Be advised this is a courtesy listing in effort to help a Rescue find a home for a pup down in his luck. Please, it only takes a minute of your time to share with friends and family. Thank you very much. NOOK – ONE YEAR + Sweet gentle and calm boy. Well mannered, very affectionate and walks fine on …

New CARDA (Canadian Avalanche Rescue Dog Association) dog in town- BC Orange Dog Inc. Rescues 60 California Pups Destined 4 Euthanasia And Transports Them On Its Freedom Flight, To Homes In Canada Okotoks pound offers cash to spay-neuter cats- Alberta Emaciated dog bought on Kijiji prompts warning Most mushers don’t shoot dogs – Ontario Crews rescue dog trapped under van- …

On a day like today, Nanners arrived to our home. On a previous post, I have narrated how he came to adopt us. Today I just want to share a few pictures of how Nanners has improved in the past 2 years.We love you Nanners! The first toy we got Nanners. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ja-BGsW2cQ[/youtube]

According to CNN, Canada is in the process of evacuating 6000 Canadians citizens from Egypt. As of today, the Canadian Federal Emergency Response Plan does not have the appropriate procedures to evacuate humans and companion animals. The Canadian Veterinary Reserve was created in order to help at National Level; what happened then to those that needed to evacuate Egypt? I …

Richard Hunter and his wife adopted Mel, one of Michael Vick’s dogs, 15 months ago. Mel is believed to have been used as bait Photo: LARA SOLT/DMN Super Bowl is over! Green Bay wins and the team gets to go to Disney World.  Tom Brady wins MVP and Vick takes comeback player of the year. Take a look at this …

Just by the look on their face it shows they really don’t enjoy waiting. If you take your pup for a walk it means for a WALK. Don’t take your pup to do errands…it is just cruel.Other places have evolved and actually make it illegal to leave an animal unsupervised. Read about it here If you see any pups forced …