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8:45 am
Sat May 25, 2013

Tornado Aftermath

Credit Moore Oklahoma Tornado Lost and Found Animals Facebook page
Relieved owner cried happy tears to have her dog back; Sadie was found stuck in a tree after the tornado. The Central Oklahoma Humane Society posted her picture online to find her owner.

Stories of loss and sadness and devastation mix with stories of happiness and relief as loved ones are reunited in the aftermath of the tornado.  That includes reunions between humans and their animal companions, many thanks to online postings by organizations and individuals helping to make happy endings possible.

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Pets
8:45 am
Sat May 18, 2013

Pet Cancer Awareness Month

Credit Susan Snowden
Socrates, pre-surgery (After surgery, he moves too fast to get a good picture!)

May is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, a time for  pet owners to be aware of the threat of cancer in their furry friends and ways they can minimize the risk.

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Pets
8:45 am
Sat May 4, 2013

K-9 Comfort Dogs

Credit Lutheran Church Charities
K-9 Comfort Dog in Waco, Texas


Have you ever hugged your pet, buried your face in its fur, and found comfort and acceptance there?  If so, then you can appreciate the mission of these special dogs - trained to be hugged and petted, to comfort and console humans who are struggling to cope with their emotional reactions in the aftermath of a disaster.


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Pets
8:45 am
Sat April 27, 2013

Rescuing Animals After the Explosion

Credit The Bay Area's News Station
Fire and Devastation in West, TX


In many disasters, there are both human and animal victims.  After the fertilizer plant exploded in the town of West, Texas, people and organizations came from near and far to help those who were affected, whether they walked on two legs or four.


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Pets
8:45 am
Sat April 20, 2013

Faithful Companions

Credit Jason Norris
on Alabama Public Radio

Who wouldn't like a faithful companion who will be attentive and loyal and follow you anywhere?   All you have to do it tune in!

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