Dog who disappeared during 900-mile race found three months later

Dog who disappeared during 900-mile race found three months later

Leon escaped from a checkpoint almost 150 miles into the famous 938-mile Iditarod race on March 13, with initial search efforts by the organisers and team handler Sebastien Dos Santos Borges proving unsuccessful.

Three-year-old boy dies in hospital after being ‘mauled by dog’

Three-year-old boy dies in hospital after being ‘mauled by dog’

Police and paramedics were rushed to the scene at Carr Lane (Picture: Google)A three-year-old boy has died after a suspected dog attack in Rochdale this afternoon.Greater Manchester Police have said a criminal investigation has been launched following the attack.

My dog is the reason I’m still alive

My dog is the reason I’m still alive

Five years later, not only is she the only reason I’m still alive, she’s helped me build a whole new life for myself – including a new business, friends and even a second family.

Family of toddler killed by dog raising funds for 'beautiful send-off'

Family of toddler killed by dog raising funds for 'beautiful send-off'

Bella-Rae Birch’s family are raising money for the 17-month-old’s funeral (Picture: PA/Go Fund Me)The mother of a 17-month-old baby killed by the family’s pet dog has paid tribute to her ‘blue-eyed girl’.

Dog that mauled toddler to death was a legal American Bully XL

Dog that mauled toddler to death was a legal American Bully XL

Neighbours tried to save Bella-Rae in the moments after the attack (Picture: PA/Getty)The dog that mauled a 17-month old girl to death was not a banned breed police have revealed.Police inquiries into Bella-Rae’s death are ongoing and the family is being supported by specialist officers, a spokesperson said.

Dog chased by helicopter and shot by armed police after attacking owner

Dog chased by helicopter and shot by armed police after attacking owner

The dog’s owners agreed that it should be killed in the interests of public safety (Picture: Getty Images)A dog was shot by armed police after attacking its owner and sparking a chase by a force helicopter.

Reviving Ojibwe spiritual traditions, one pet at a time

Reviving Ojibwe spiritual traditions, one pet at a time

“It helps animals, but it brings people up too,” said Rick Haaland, who has been leading the efforts among his fellow Ojibwe as community outreach manager with the Leech Lake tribal police.

‘We sponsored an opera seat for our cat’: readers on commemorating their beloved pets

‘We sponsored an opera seat for our cat’: readers on commemorating their beloved pets

Lindsey Manton’s tattoo of her yorkshire terrier, Kimi.Photograph: Lindsey Manton/Guardian Community.Photograph: Stephanie/Guardian Community.Photograph: Valeria/Guardian Community.Photograph: Jennifer/Guardian Community.Photograph: Andrew Lewis/Guardian Community.Photograph: Nicholas Cook/Guardian CommunityWhen our lurcher Nelson passed away during lockdown, it was crushing.

Cat missing in Florida condo collapse found alive, reunited with family members

Cat missing in Florida condo collapse found alive, reunited with family members

After 16 long and incredibly difficult days, I’m able to share a small piece of good news — Binx from Champlain Towers South has been found.

Delhi HC orders all stray dogs to have right to food and be taken care of, without any nuisance

Delhi HC orders all stray dogs to have right to food and be taken care of, without any nuisance

It’s a happy victory day for all animal lovers as recently Delhi High Court has passed an order that enables citizens to feed stray dogs food without any intervention.

Harvey the shar pei has so many wrinkles he looks like a blanket

Harvey the shar pei has so many wrinkles he looks like a blanket

Harvey had eye problems but is now able to see much more (Picture: @harvey.thesharpei/Splitpics UK) Dona, Harvey and Louis, the three siblings (Picture: @harvey.thesharpei/Splitpics UK) Teresa posts pictures of Harvey on Instagram and has now found a whole community (Picture: @harvey.thesharpei/Splitpics UK)She said: ‘The truth is that I did not expect this great affection from the people online, I have discovered a great digital community and family, with whom I talk a lot and interact almost every day.

Masked puppy thief snatches pug from pensioner in daylight

Masked puppy thief snatches pug from pensioner in daylight

The thief apparently bent down and said: ‘You’re lovely doggies, aren’t you?’ before grabbing a pug and running (Picture: SWNS)A pensioner has been left distraught after a masked man ran off with her beloved pet in broad daylight.

Miserable, anxious, depressed: how guide dogs are faring in the pandemic

Miserable, anxious, depressed: how guide dogs are faring in the pandemic

“He just wanted to get out and work so bad and obviously you can’t explain to a guide dog what a pandemic is,” says Molly Burke, a YouTuber, about her dog Gallop in a December video that has been viewed more than 900,000 times.

Rules And Regulations For Pet Grooming And Welfare Services

Rules And Regulations For Pet Grooming And Welfare Services

In the event that dog groomers are asked to close, there is a host of online tutorials to help you keep your pooch’s fur well cared for.If you are struggling to care for your dog financially, charities like the PDSA can help some owners with their vet costs.

Blind cat Floyd Mayweather finds new life with BFF Sugar Ray Leonard

Blind cat Floyd Mayweather finds new life with BFF Sugar Ray Leonard

I SPY | Once the cat was inside the trap, Jade Vazquez realized he was blind.Since most adult community cats wouldn’t adjust well to life inside a home, TNR is the humane alternative to euthanasia .But Vazquez and her team felt releasing an old blind tomcat back onto the streets would be tantamount to a death sentence.

Chinese county reconsiders threat to ban dog walking after backlash

Chinese county reconsiders threat to ban dog walking after backlash

A Chinese county has been forced to reassess a ban on people walking their dogs in public after the extreme attempt to stop pet-related incidents and disputes triggered an angry backlash.

Hairless opossum gets sweater donations to survive winter

Hairless opossum gets sweater donations to survive winter

Gail Barnes, executive director of the South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, told TODAY that the unusual animal was dropped off on Oct. 23) Initially, she believed the opossum to be a hairless cat.

Black cats are often adopted last. Kitten finds luck before Halloween

Black cats are often adopted last. Kitten finds luck before Halloween

Lucky's tabby littermates were adopted before him, and then he was returned to Animal Welfare League of Arlington by people who decided they weren't ready to care for a pet.

Americans are starting to give up their pets because of COVID-19 hardships

Americans are starting to give up their pets because of COVID-19 hardships

In March, the nonprofit launched a $5 million COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Initiative to help families keep their pets at home by improving access to veterinary care, pet food and supplies.

Video shows animal shelter empty after all pets were adopted amid coronavirus

Video shows animal shelter empty after all pets were adopted amid coronavirus

In the heartwarming video, a Riverside County Animal Services employee named Julie explains that the shelter wanted to thank the community for stepping up in the time of need.