All articles tagged with #animalrescue
The suicide of Mikayla Raines, founder of Save a Fox Rescue, has sparked calls to ban the Reddit forum 'SaveAFoxSnark' due to its role in online harassment, with a petition gathering over 18,000 signatures to shut down similar forums, highlighting concerns about the impact of online comments on mental health.
An emperor penguin, named Gus, was released back into the Southern Ocean after being found on an Australian beach, 3,500 kilometers from Antarctica. The penguin, the first of its species recorded in Australia, was rehabilitated by wildlife caregiver Carol Biddulph, gaining weight and strength before his release. The return was time-sensitive due to the approaching Southern Hemisphere summer, which is crucial for the penguin's ability to thermoregulate.
A lion cub named Sara, rescued by Animals Lebanon from being used as a TikTok prop, has been evacuated from war-torn Lebanon to a wildlife sanctuary in South Africa. The organization, which has rescued numerous big cats since its founding, faced challenges due to the ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, including restrictions on animal transport by airlines. Despite the human suffering caused by the war, Animals Lebanon emphasizes that their work in rescuing animals also supports the affected community.
Animals Lebanon successfully evacuated a lion cub named Sara from war-torn Lebanon to a wildlife sanctuary in South Africa. The cub, previously used as a TikTok prop, was rescued amidst escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. The organization, which has rescued numerous big cats since its founding, faced challenges due to flight restrictions but managed to transport Sara via yacht to Cyprus, then by air to her new home. The rescue highlights the ongoing efforts to save animals affected by the conflict and the broader issue of exotic pets in Lebanon.
A lion cub named Sara was rescued from Lebanon by the animal rights group Animals Lebanon amidst the ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. After being discovered in poor condition and used for social media showboating, Sara was evacuated to a wildlife sanctuary in South Africa. The rescue operation involved navigating through airstrikes and logistical challenges, highlighting the group's efforts to save exotic animals and pets affected by the conflict.
Harry Saddler installed a nesting box in his backyard in Melbourne, Australia, to attract owls but instead found a lost domestic cat inside. Saddler, an avid birder, was concerned about the potential threat to local wildlife but was relieved to discover the cat was an indoor pet that had escaped. After posting a photo in a local community group, the cat's owner was located, and the cat was safely returned home, allowing the nesting box to be available for birds once again.
In a heartwarming event at the Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu, India, a mother elephant and her calf were reunited after being separated for three days. The young elephant, aged four to five months, had gotten lost from its herd on December 29. Park officials utilized drones to locate the herd, which had moved 2.5 miles away. To ensure a safe reunion, the calf was cleaned to remove human scents before being returned to its mother, resulting in an emotional moment captured on camera where the calf was seen sleeping against its mother, secure once again.
A 3-year-old golden retriever named Leo survived a 300-foot fall off a cliff at Ecola State Park near Cannon Beach, Oregon, prompting the first U.S. Coast Guard rescue of 2024 in the state. The dog was airlifted to safety by a helicopter crew and later received medical treatment for serious injuries, including a broken jaw and bruised body. The owners, who have since started a GoFundMe page to cover medical expenses, expressed their gratitude to the first responders and learned a valuable lesson about keeping pets on a leash.
A young elephant calf, who was separated from its herd in Anamalai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu, India, has been successfully reunited with its mother after a three-day separation. Park officials used drones to locate the herd and took measures to ensure the calf would be accepted back without stress from human scents. The reunion was successful, and the mother and calf were later seen napping together, indicating a happy ending to the ordeal.
In California, a red-tailed hawk was thwarted by a car windshield while attempting to snatch a kitten sitting on the dashboard. The kitten, unphased, eventually sought refuge behind the steering wheel, while the hawk gave up after persistent but futile attempts to penetrate the "invisible forcefield." In related incidents, a bald eagle in British Columbia nearly captured a pet Yorkie, and in another event, a Canadian woman ran out topless to save her pet goose from an eagle while breastfeeding her baby. These stories highlight the surprising and sometimes dangerous interactions between wildlife and domestic animals.
Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers captured a loose pig at a McDonald's drive-thru in Enon, Ohio. The incident, which was caught on video and shared on social media, showed the troopers and the pig's owner corralling the animal away from the restaurant. The pig was safely returned to its owner, and the playful post by the Highway Patrol indicated no hard feelings between the trooper and the pig.
Barks & Tails Rescue in Deerfield, N.Y., held a candlelight vigil to show solidarity with UK pit bulls facing euthanasia due to a new ban on the breed. The local event coincided with a vigil in the UK, drawing attention from the rescue's substantial online following, including a live TikTok session with 90,000 viewers. The rescue's owner, Brian Burr, also honored requests to add dogs' names to a Christmas tree as a tribute.