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Good news and stories for pet guardians and animal lovers. This section also features animal rescue stories and “Thanks To Animals” profiles about animals who’ve earned our gratitude and awe. Each day, we’re profiling different stories, so keep connected – you’ll be grateful that you did.

Oklahoma’s Toto: Miracle Dog Survives Tornado

May 21, 2013

(ANIMAL RESCUE) While Oklahoma residents have only just begun picking up the pieces following the massive tornado that tore through the region earlier this week, it’s encouraging to see that miracles can and do happen. One such moment took place during a CBS interview with an elderly woman named Barbara Garcia, whose home was completely destroyed by the colossal tornado. But her greatest loss was her missing dog, who she tried so hard to protect during the disaster. As Mrs. Garcia told her heartbreaking story, the news crew noticed a dog’s head poking out from beneath the rubble. Read on for more details on this touching tale and check out the tear-jerking video of the miraculous reunion below. — Global Animal

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A Marine And His Dog: First To Fight And Reunite

May 21, 2013

(TOUCHING TALE) Marine Sgt. Ross Gundlach has finally been reunited with his long, lost love—a golden Labrador named Casey who served with him when he was a dog handler in Afghanistan. The two embarked on over 150 missions during their time together. The two embarked on over 150 missions during their time together, during which Gundlach says Casey was so efficient, she never once missed an explosive and even caught three prior to discharging. Read on to learn more about this touching tale and watch the video of the heartwarming reunion. — Global Animal

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Hedgehogs Hard At Work (GALLERY)

May 17, 2013

(CUTE ANIMAL PICTURES) These Hedgehogs, while providing love and joy to their companions, have also been moonlighting in secret jobs that their companions thankfully documented. Some hedgehogs enjoy sailing while others enjoy playing piano and ruling kingdoms. Scroll through the gallery to learn more about these working critters. — GlobalAnimal

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It Takes A Village: Baby Elephant Rescued (VIDEO)

May 16, 2013
(ANIMAL RESCUE) Indian villagers had to take matters into their own hands after a baby elephant got stuck in a muddy ditch. The female calf was trailing behind her herd when she became trapped. After the calf began to cry, her mother stepped in to try and save her child, but to no avail. That’s when the local villagers decided to help out. Read on to learn more about the heartwarming rescue and see the video for yourself. — Global Animal

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The Great Catsby Is The Cat’s Meow (GALLERY)

May 15, 2013

(CAT PICTURES) Haven’t got the chance to see Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby in theaters just yet? How about The Great Catsby? No need to wait any longer—just take a look at this purrfect feline cast in the photos below, courtesy of Buzzfeed. We promise this ending won’t be nearly as catastrophic. — Global Animal

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20,000 Bees Safely Evacuated From Tree

May 15, 2013

(ANIMAL RESCUE) Last week in England, a tree surgeon named John Joinson was sent to the village of Childer Thornton to remove a tree that was in danger of falling into the road. When Joinson arrived at the tree, he discovered that a large colony of bees was living in it. Rather than resorting to the easier maneuver of spraying and killing them, Joinson phoned a beekeeper for help and managed to drive 20,000 bees out of the hive and into a box before cutting down the tree. Continue reading for more on the miraculous rescue mission. — Global Animal

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Dog’s Tear-Jerking Tale Transforms Autistic Boy (GALLERY)

May 14, 2013

(DOG PICTURES) Relationships between pets and companions are some of the strongest ones we can have. In the case of Xena, a Staffordshire terrier/pit bull mix, and Jonny Hickey, the bond between pet and human also serves as an effective therapy. Jonny, an 8-year-old boy diagnosed with autism, would seldom speak, and often isolated himself from others, until Xena came into his life. Since their new found friendship Jonny has completely changed his demeanor, and has become exponentially expressive. His mother told the Today Show, “He is the happiest child that I’ve ever seen him be in eight years.” Xena also benefits from this relationship. Abandoned at a young age, Xena’s journey has lead her to a loving family and a new best friend. Their tale shows the power of human-animal relationships. Here’s a glimpse of their story. — Global Animal

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Hilarious Vegetarian/ Vegan Memes (GALLERY)

May 12, 2013

(PHOTO GALLERY) Vegetarian and vegans know that our food choices come with biting stereotypes. You don’t get enough protein, you only eat green things, you must be crazy—just to name a few. We constantly get laughed at for being “bleeding hearts” and “hippies.” Well, for those of you who are fed up, here is a hilarious gallery of vegetarian/vegan memes that will help you keep your cool the next time someone professes their worries about your protein intake. — Global Animal

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