The California Wildlife Center recently rescued a mockingbird who was born with malformed, knuckling feet. The knuckling, which could have been congenital or a growth deformity, meant the bird could not perch on trees or walk like other birds. Birds with the condition eventually develop sores on their feet. If left untreated in the wild, birds with this condition will … [Read more...] about This Tiny Bird Got Tiny Custom Snowshoes For His Deformed Feet
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The Tail Of An Abandoned Rescue “Unicorn” Puppy Is On His Forehead
Meet “Narwhal the Little Magical Furry Unicorn,” a ridiculously adorable rescue puppy with a tail growing on its forehead. Before you ask, no, it doesn’t wag when he’s happy. Mac’s Mission, a licensed dog rescue center in Missouri, uploaded a photo of the puppy with the caption, “Just rescued beside an older dog.” Under the motto “we specialize in special,” the … [Read more...] about The Tail Of An Abandoned Rescue “Unicorn” Puppy Is On His Forehead
Cat stuffed in paper bag, left in dumpster now safe thanks to rescuers
It’s truly heartbreaking how cruel some people can be to animals. We’ve seen too many stories of pets tossed away like garbage. That was the case for one poor kitten, who was put in a paper bag and left in a dumpster — but thankfully this cat is safe now thanks to some kind rescuers. According to a Facebook post from Angels of Assisi, an animal shelter in Roanoke, … [Read more...] about Cat stuffed in paper bag, left in dumpster now safe thanks to rescuers
Deformed dog that can’t eat set to be euthanized: When the truth is uncovered, vet makes the correct decision
When a 4-month-old puppy was left at the Cuyahoga Country Animal Shelter in Ohio, USA, in April 2016, he was so ill that he couldn’t even open his mouth to eat. Nevertheless, he remained in high spirits; his tail continuously wagged, and he was ready to give everyone kisses. Veterinarians examined him and surmised that he’d contracted a severe infection from … [Read more...] about Deformed dog that can’t eat set to be euthanized: When the truth is uncovered, vet makes the correct decision
Meet Buddy, the stray cat who was almost put down before he bounced back
When a kind passerby saw Buddy laying on the side of a busy roadway, she stopped her car and got out to help him. Unexpectedly, the hurt cat got up and hobbled across the busy road before collapsing on a safe patch of grass. The stranger, an animal foster, grabbed some food from her car to approach the small animal. With gentle movements and patience, the woman and … [Read more...] about Meet Buddy, the stray cat who was almost put down before he bounced back