According to KTVU, there were 30-40 reported sightings. While there were no incidents of the wolfdog being aggressive, authorities did not know what threat the animal posed and didn’t know if it had an owner.

  The Sebastopol Police Department put out an alert, along with a photo of the hybrid walking down the highway, urging people to contact law enforcement but not approach the animal. 

Through social media, authorities learned that the wolfdog was not a stray but belonged to an owner from Santa Rosa; the escaped wolfdog’s name is “Shadow.” 

The owner joined the effort to capture Shadow and bring him home safe and sound, bringing along his two pet huskies.

  But Shadow was in “flight mode,” and evaded multiple attempts to capture him. Authorities took precautions to look out for his safety: North Bay Animal Services Executive Director Mark Scott told KTVU that they closed down the highway out of fear that the wolfdog would get struck. 

After multiple failed attempts, the owner, an animal care officer and a good samaritan were finally able to corner Shadow on Monday, calming him down enough to get a leash on him. 

Everyone was thrilled by the happy conclusion to the story — most of all Shadow’s owner, who in photos is seen on the ground hugging his wayward pet: “A big shoutout and THANK YOU to the vigilant community members who reported sightings of Shadow,” North Bay Animal Services wrote on Facebook. “Your alertness and cooperation made all the difference in bringing Shadow back to where he belongs.” 

What a happy ending! We’re so glad Shadow is home safe and sound!
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  The rangers had been observing the babies, in their den, for three days, hoping their mother would return. As the mother bear didn’t show up, the rangers called the AMP to ask for help. 

The mother had been shot and killed by a hunter. This is against the law in Romania because only the males should be shot. The AMP team went there and took the baby bears to the Victory animal shelter. After the first medical inspection the cubs seem to be healthy but a little bit dehydrated. 

The cubs will be transferred to the Liberty bear sanctuary, in a quarantine area where only the caretaker will have access. The babies will be bottle-fed every two hours, as they need special milk. In the forest, the mother bear can breast feed her cubs for up to two years, so time will show us if they will make it or not. 

They are weakened and so the risk of getting sick is quite high. If the babies will be strong enough to survive, the AMP specialists will assess their chances to return to the forest.

 
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According to FOX 2 Detroit, locals saw the dog wandering the streets and, although she is a female, they called her “Nicholas.” Neighbors reported that the dog became homeless after her owner passed away.

  As the dog’s story spread, a number of local groups — including It Is Pawzable Dog Training, South Lyon Murphy Lost Animal Recovery, Sugar Mutts Dog Grooming, and Almost Home Animal Rescue — came together to trap the dog and get her to safety. “Everybody comes together and works as a team, which is so amazing,” Katrina Weaver, the owner of It Is Pawzable, told FOX 2. 

Thankfully, their rescue mission was a success: Almost Home No Kill Rescue reported on May 3 that the dog had successfully been trapped and was now in their care. They renamed “Nicholas” “Nikki,” because she’s a female dog.

“Only good things from here and onto a better life!” the rescue wrote on Facebook. “Thanks for all your support Nikki will now get to be in a loving home!” There is one complication: Nikki reportedly has heartworm, which will require four weeks of treatment. 

Nikki is now taking it easy, receiving medication and going on leash walks. When she is recovered, the rescue will begin looking for her new home. In the meantime, Nikki is in great hands — and yes, she still has her beloved stuffy with her ❤️

  We’re so glad this beautiful dog is safe and sound now, with her beloved stuffed animal ❤️ Hope Nikki recovers and finds a great new home soon!
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  With the goal of helping Riley enjoy the outdoors once again, the shelter staff patted a little red wagon and placed him inside, pulling him around the grounds. 

As Riley held his head up high, it was clear that this small act of kindness brought as much joy to the staff as it did to him. This was the second chance that Riley desperately needed. Determined to get back on his feet, Riley slowly began to show the will to stand up and walk. 

With encouragement from the shelter staff, he managed to take a few steps at a time, making progress each day. It wasn’t long before Riley was able to stand and walk on his own, surprising everyone with his determination and progress. On one particular day, as a staff member was working, Riley got up, walked outside, and just kept going. Overwhelmed with emotion, the staff member couldn’t help but burst into tears at the sight of Riley’s incredible progress. 

The once-emaciated dog was now on a mission, walking all by himself and showing no signs of stopping. The shelter staff were shocked and overjoyed that Riley had started walking so soon and was able to do as much as he could. 

As word of his remarkable recovery spread, a gentleman came to the shelter to adopt a dog and had been following Riley’s story. Upon meeting him, the two instantly bonded, and it was clear that they were meant to be together. Riley’s incredible journey is a testament to the power of love, determination, and second chances. His story serves as an inspiration to all, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a brighter future.

 
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