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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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Jon Stewart Walks His Daily Show Dog (GALLERY)

May 9, 2013

(ANIMAL PICTURES) It comes as no surprise that Jon Stewart is quite the pit bull lover. “The Daily Show” host has stood up for the breed on numerous occasions and is the proud parent of three rescued pit bulls, including a three-legged pooch named Champ. Not to mention, “The Daily Show” set has reportedly become “a dog nirvana,” with more than a dozen pups roaming the office on any given work day. Check out the pictures below of Stewart walking Champ in NYC this past weekend. — Global Animal

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How One Rescue Dog Survived Against All Odds (VIDEO)

May 7, 2013

(GLOBAL ANIMAL)—Arwen, a 10-year-old pit bull mix, was one of 89 dogs rescued from a hoarder in the Mojave Desert. Along with the others she was kept in poor outdoor conditions. During the cold winter season the dogs had no shelter, and barely any food or water. Karma Rescue, who also got other animal organizations involved, stepped in and began their tough work of relocating the dogs to safe homes. But everyone seemed to be especially touched by Arwen, who was so unsocialized and had so little interaction with humans that she had no idea how to respond to them. Arwen had almost no teeth because she chewed on the hoarder’s metal fence, and she had a very troubling eye condition brought on by the constant raw exposure to the rough weather. Alex, a volunteer, decided to foster Arwen until her health improved, but very quickly fell head over heels in love with the sweet dog, and decided to permanently adopt her. Read on to find out about Arwen’s ordeal and how she’s doing now.—Global Animal

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Abused Dog’s New Leash On Life (VIDEO)

April 15, 2013

(SHELTERS PETS) The number one reason most households choose not to adopt a dog is due to negative misconceptions of shelter pets. Meet Emerson—a dog who was abused and neglected for a number of years—whose tail of hope undoubtedly proves that shelter dogs are not broken. Read on for more details on Emerson’s survival story and watch his amazing transformation in this touching video. — Global Animal

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Railroad Rover Rescued By Engineer

April 11, 2013

(ANIMAL RESCUE) Banjo, a 10-month-old terrier mix who was rescued by a train engineer after being tied to train tracks, has become quite the superstar since his touching story surfaced earlier this week. After an elderly man tied the pooch to railroad tracks in Mecca, a Southern California desert town, Banjo was fortunately rescued by an “eagle-eyed engineer,” according to animal control officials. The train operator hit the emergency brakes and the lucky dog was saved. Read on for more details behind the incredibly close call. — Global Animal

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Loyal Japan Tsunami Dog Still Missing (VIDEO)

March 14, 2013

(ANIMAL RESCUE) On March 14, 2011, two loyal dogs captured hearts around the world. Mei-chan, a spotted Brittany spaniel, and Lee-chan, a white English setter, were separated from their guardian during the chaos of Japan’s Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. These canine companions managed to stay together despite the turmoil and disarray in the city streets. A Fuji TV crew spotted and filmed Mei-chan refusing to leave an injured Lee-chan’s side. This footage of two loyal and lost friends touched the world and became a YouTube sensation. It also created worldwide awareness of the devastation the tsunami caused to animals and pets. Read on to learn more about this heartfelt tale, and check out the video of the two loyal tsunami dogs. — Global Animal

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Jersey Shore Star Adopts Pit Bull Pup

March 8, 2013

(CELEBRITY NEWS) Earlier this week, reality TV star Vinny Guadagnino became the latest celebrity to make pet adoption his first option. He brought home a new gal, but this pup is anything but a “grenade.” The MTV celeb announced via Twitter that he’s welcomed a rescue puppy into his home and asked his followers for tips on the perfect name for the pit bull pup. Read on to learn more about Vinny’s rescue pooch and watch DJ Pauly D’s PSA for animals affected by Hurricane Sandy. — Global Animal

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Tonik, The Dog With A Human Face

February 12, 2013

(LIFE WITH PETS) Many have seen a photo of this one-of-a-kind canine circulating the Internet this past week, and wondered: “Is he part human?” But contrary to speculation, the image features a two-year-old, poodle-Shih Tzu mix named Tonik, whose soulful expression has taken the World Wide Web by storm. The person-faced pup was recently saved from a kill shelter in Kentucky and brought to the Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group, an animal welfare agency in Mishawaka, Indiana, where he is now ready for immediate adoption. Read on to learn more about the dog with the “eerily human-like face.” — Global Animal

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