All dogs deserve a loving, stable family environment where they will be treasured. Sadly, not all dogs are fortunate enough to get this kind of happy experience straight away. It is heartbreaking to think that there are many dogs who will live their lives alone on the streets, completely unloved. The abandoned pup was spotted by a tourist sleeping in front of the hotel. Completely on her own, the little female dog was having a tough time, having to sleep outside in the cold. 

However, the tourist who did spot the sleeping dog in the snow felt bad for the pup and decided to step in. At the time, the weather was pretty cold, dipping as low as minus 14! The tourist brought the dog, later named Indy, food and water. He even managed to source a crate and a blanket for her so that she would have a way to keep warm during the very chilly nights. 

But he knew that he had to do more if he was going to ensure the dog’s survival long term. Knowing that he couldn’t adopt her himself as he already had several pets of his own, he reached out to a local rescue for help.

Knowing that he couldn’t adopt her himself as he already had several pets of his own, he reached out to a local rescue for help. That is when he got in contact with Howl of a Dog rescue, who were more than willing to help save Indy. 

The rescue was even touched by the kindness of the stranger when he offered to bring Indy from the mountain resort to their shelter for them – which was a whole 310-mile drive! The vet examined her and concluded that she was young, maybe not older than five years. 

But her teeth were already chipped. If her teeth are already so worn down at such a young age, it can only imply that she lived a rather depressed and carefree life before she was rescued. When she was taken to the shelter, she may have been a little scared and hesitant, but after so much love and care, she soon blossomed. 

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At that moment his relaxing family day out turned into a dramatic situation and one that Michael and his family won’t forget. Michael and his family floated next to it for several minutes observing no signs of life. Then the whale rose slightly in the water and exhaled and Michael knew there was at least a glimmer of hope, so he jumped into the water to investigate further. 

“I quickly realized that the whale was severely entangled in a gillnet, of the type used by local fishermen. As I swam alongside the animal, our eyes met. There were no words we could share but I wanted to let the whale know we were there to help,” Michael said, according to The Dodo. 

The animal was weighted down with so much fishing gear it was stuck 15 feet below the surface, unable to breathe properly. Michael saw the seriousness of the situation and knew he had to act fast. Both of its pectoral fins were trapped alongside its body and it was “freaking out” as Michael tried to free it. 

Michael managed to free one fin but then decided he had to radio for help only to be told it would probably be an hour before anyone could reach him and by that time it might be too late. He returned to the boat and with his helpers on board they started cutting at the net as fast as they could to free the desperate animal. The whale sensed some freedom and started swimming under the boat giving her heroes a whale ride. 

When she tired they continued cutting at the last of the net and finally she was free at last. The lucky whale swam away but stopped at a safe distance from the boat and gave the family that freed her a beautiful reward. For almost an entire hour, the whale offered a spectacular show throwing herself up and down and spinning around celebrating her freedom and showing her gratitude. It’s an emotional sight. The moment that Michael and his family celebrate freeing the whale followed by the beautiful display she puts on is a truly remarkable and heart-warming sight.

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According to We Love Cats & Kittens, it seems that the cat’s mother rejected him due to being the runt of the litter, leaving him considerably weaker than his siblings.

 

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As you can see in the pictures, he was very tiny for his age, and despite being three weeks old, he was actually the size of a newborn, weighing only 3.5oz! But Beth wasn’t ready to give up on the little fighter. 

The fact that he had survived three weeks was already remarkable, given the circumstances. Now, she faced the challenge of getting him to take a bottle or syringe, and for the initial days, he had to be fed in drips.

 

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In addition to all this, his eyes were also sealed shut with crust, leaving Beth uncertain about whether, once cleaned, he would regain his sight. 

She decided to name him Guinness, and the entire family united in their efforts to ensure he was nourished every hour.

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Within a few days, the kitten showed a remarkable improvement, actively devouring meals and experiencing substantial weight gain — nearly doubling since his rescue from the streets. 

Despite his petite stature, Guinness boasted a pair of enchanting, large blue eyes. He reveled in affectionate cuddles from his human caregivers.

 

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With each passing day, Guinness not only gained physical strength but also exhibited a resilient spirit that astonished everyone witnessing his journey. His remarkable will to live shone through, evident in his hearty appetite. 

It seemed as though he instinctively knew he had to grow big and strong. With his newfound strength, Guinness wasted no time diving into adventure, exploring the joy of playing with the abundance of toys provided for him.

 

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By the time he reached nine weeks, a remarkable transformation had taken place. Experiencing a growth spurt, he had evolved into a genuine snuggle buddy and purr machine. 

Fast forward a few years, and looking at how Guinness appears, it’s hard not to have a smile on your face. What a remarkable transformation – showcasing what a bit of food, warmth, and love can do for a cat! 

This story truly warms my heart, and I can’t express enough gratitude to Beth and her family for everything they’ve done for little Guinness. 

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Quincy was a 12 year old Labrador mix that served his community for 10 years, offering his skilled nose in the search for the cause behind hundreds of fires. Responding to over 300 calls during his time with the fire department, he was a respected member of the community. Quincy’s story began at an adoption event at the Pet Pal Animal Shelter in St. Petersburg, when he was just 6 months old. Quincy was tucked away in the corner of his cage, frightened by the many people passing him by. He soon locked eyes with a very special little girl, and knew he had found his forever family. 

Soon after the Nueberger family brought Quincy home, they knew he was made for more. He was a bit on the wild side, but he sure was smart! Employed by his local fire department, Neuberger asked if Quincy could be the next pup to receive accelerant-detection training, since their previous arson dog had just retired. 

The training was approved, and Quincy spent the next six months training at the Florida Canine Academy. Quincy went on to have an incredible career working alongside his firefighting colleagues, helping to sniff out and detect the cause behind hundreds of fires. 

“He’s another tool in our toolbox that we use to determine the cause of a fire. For Quincy, it only takes minutes. Sometimes, seconds.” – Neuberger With such an incredible career behind him, the news of his serious medical issues broke the hearts of so many Floridians. After much thought from his family, they made the difficult decision to put him to sleep. They just couldn’t see him in pain any longer. 

On the day they laid him to rest, the Clear Water Fire Rescue sent out his final radio dispatch, thanking him for his dedicated service. He passed in the arms of his loving family. 

  “Retired after a decade of hard work, today he will rest in peace.” – dispatchers We thank you for your years of service Quincy, and we send all of our love to your family!