A dog rescuer named Niall Harbison recently rescued a severely neglected dog from the streets of Thailand. Harbison, founder of the Happy Doggo charity, posted about the canine’s emotional journey in an Instagram video. The caption detailed the events that happened after he found the dog with a life-threatening parasite infestation.

Rescue effort saves dog found in painful, parasite-ridden condition

At first, when Niall Harbison rescued the dog, later named Butterscotch, he thought she only needed a little grooming. He detailed the meeting in the caption of his Instagram post, admitting to having initially “thought it was just a little groom that was needed.” Harbison stated how at the moment, it didn’t seem like a priority case given the number of emergencies they receive. Nonetheless, he “gave her a slice of ham,” but the dog “refused the 2nd one.” This was when he realized “something was up” since “dogs don’t refuse ham.”

Upon a closer look, Niall Harbison saw “1000s of little animals on her” and finally understood the gravity of the situation. He immediately arranged for the rescued dog‘s grooming and “luckily it was beside where Soi Dog were doing the sterilising.” Harbison highlighted the canine’s critical condition, claiming they had sedated her to make the grooming process easier. Moreover, they realized the extent of her “agony” after finding a severe parasite infestation all over her body and thousands of eggs.

Niall Harbison shared that they eventually took her in and gave her a proper wash and antibiotics. He named the rescued dog Butterscotch, who is now receiving treatment for her eyes and getting more tests done. Harbison believed she “will have blood parasites and anemia” and that she must be exhausted. He even shared an update on her current situation, writing “she is all wrapped up in her pyjamas with a cosy bed, pain killers and lots of nice food.”

Concluding the note, Harbison confirmed that Butterscotch “will be staying with us” as she gets back on her feet. He also described her as a kind and gentle soul.

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The Webster Police Department Massachusetts has issued a statement regarding the arrest of a man who allegedly abused two dogs. A Webster resident created a GoFundMe to cover the medical care costs for one of the dogs. The fundraiser has accumulated double the funds that were originally needed.

Community GoFundMe surpasses goal to help abused dog’s recovery

The Webster Police Department Massachusetts shared a statement on their Facebook page. It stated that Cordell Gignilliat, 26, has been charged with three counts of Animal Cruelty. Boston.com reported that court documents show that on June 10, the police responded after a neighbor allegedly heard someone beating a dog. The authorities went to Gignilliat’s house and carried out an investigation.

The police report states the man allegedly abused two dogs under his care. Gignilliat reportedly abused the dog multiple times during different incidents. He threatened, kicked, struck, and screamed at the two canines. The Webster Police Department’s statement noted Gignilliat was arrested without incident at his residence. They added he is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Moreover, the statement shared the dog involved in the tragic incident is named Ziggy. The pup has suffered “extensive medical issues,” which are “believed to be the result of the abuse.” The authorities also stated the additional treatment and diagnostic imaging are expected to cost more than $6,000. Meanwhile, Webster Animal Control shared they were unable to create a fundraiser. They noted they accept donations in checks or money orders written out to “the town of Webster” with the memo “animal control.”

However, a Webster resident has set up a GoFundMe page to cover Ziggy’s medical expenses. At the time of writing, the fundraiser has surpassed $12,000, more than double the initial funds goal. Following that, Webster Animal Control noted that Ziggy’s additional treatment cost will depend on what they find in the diagnostics. Since the fundraiser exceeded the amount they originally needed, any leftover funds will go towards other animals in Animal Control’s care.

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A family surprised their chocolate Labrador with a lookalike puppy, drawing heartwarming reactions from the two new furry friends. In a TikTok video shared by the family that has since then gone viral, the dog arrives to find a surprise in a mystery box. The Labrador opens the box to find a lookalike labrador puppy and thoroughly enjoys their first interaction. The two dogs happily wag their tails as if they have become the best buddies.

Check out more details about this viral interaction below.

TikTok video shows Labrador’s heartwarming reaction to new puppy

TikTok user @nami_the_chocolate_lab recently shared a video of their chocolate Labrador Acadia, affectionately known as Cadie, receiving the surprise of her life when the owners introduced her to the family’s new labrador puppy and her lookalike, Nami. The video, captioned as “Puppy unboxing,” has already received over 5 million views.

In the viral video, Cadie excitedly enters the room to find a surprise box with a bow attached, indicating a gift. With her tail wagging, she opens the lid to find her new lookalike sibling, Nami. According to Newsweek’s report, the family had brought the 10-week-old English chocolate Labrador retriever. Both dogs became the best of friends immediately as they enjoyed each other’s company, wagging their tails. Furthermore, Cadie brought her toys to share with Nami.

The owner from Marin County, California, told Newsweek the story behind the surprise. They said, “We always knew we would get Cadie another sibling, but we wanted to wait until we were ready. After our other chocolate lab passed away about a year ago, Cadie seemed a little lonely. We thought getting her own puppy would be the perfect gift.”

Also, the owners revealed Cadie’s experience as a mother, having been part of a foster breeding program for service dogs. The owners were positive about her response to her new sibling’s arrival. They told the outlet, “Cadie was a great mom to her previous litters, so we knew she would be gentle and kind with our new puppy.”

The owners confessed that the bond is only growing stronger between the two siblings. They further noted that while Cadie is adjusting to having Nami around, the owners are positive about the two becoming best friends. Since the viral video, the TikTok user has shared several other videos of Cadie and Nami, showcasing their growing bond.

Cadie is a 7-year-old chocolate Labrador, named after the Acadia National Park. Meanwhile, Nami derives her name from “wave” in Japanese. The owners sought inspiration from a character from the TV show One Piece.

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Amanda Seyfried celebrated her dog’s milestone birthday in an honorary post. On Sunday, Seyfried dropped a birthday dump on Instagram for her Australian Shepherd, Finn, who just turned 15. The picture series comprised playful photos of her and Finn, with the latter wearing silly costumes and a blonde wig.

Amanda Seyfried shares throwback photos of Finn on birthday

Amanda Seyfried celebrated her rescue dog Finn’s birthday with throwback photos that will surely brighten up anyone’s day. Seyfried and her pet have achieved several milestones together, including her iconic nod for the four-legged friend during her 2022 Emmy acceptance speech. The two have now reached another turning point as the Australian Shepherd turns 15.

The actress shared an Instagram dump, honoring her loyal friend who helped her battle anxiety. The photos depict their journey together over the years. The post, captioned “Finny’s 15 ?,” showed pictures of Amanda Seyfried’s rescue dog wearing costumes and a wig. Other photos saw the duo being goofy around each other. One of the pictures even featured Finn with a coffee mug soaking in the sunlight, while another showed the two enjoying a chill day at the beach.

Amanda Seyfried has previously opened up about her love and respect for Finn since she first adopted him as a rescue dog. In an interview with People, she discussed the life-changing meeting she had with him on the set of HBO’s “Big Love.” The actress said, “As soon as he was mine, like 24 hours after I got him, I realized something about me needed him.” She claimed that Finn not only “changed my life” but also “helped me find my solitude and my independence.”

Seyfried announced that she introduced Finn to her newborn daughter in 2017, further highlighting the dog’s role in her and her family’s lives. She has also said that it has been tough to watch her dog grow old. However, since it’s something inevitable, she has been getting through it.

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A woman who fostered an abused puppy revealed details about how a rescue dog overcame trauma after hiding in the closet for days. The puppy, named Lenny, was in a terrifying condition before the woman decided to bring him home. Initially, Lenny spent time inside the woman’s closet, but her love and care helped the puppy overcome his struggles.

Puppy rescued from euthanasia list heals from trauma in foster care

Kelly Williams runs the non-profit organization Kelaroo’s Ruff Ranch, which works towards rescuing abused and abandoned dogs in Texas. Williams shared the story of rescue puppy Lenny with Newsweek and recalled the time when she received a call that a canine needed help. At that point, Lenny had arrived at the shelter over concerns of animal cruelty from the former owner.

Williams recalled how Lenny was so scared that he couldn’t eat and was trembling in his kennel. She said, “He had been pulled from the euthanasia list at BARC, a high-kill shelter in Houston, and hadn’t eaten for days. It broke my heart to see him like that, and I knew I had to do something.” She eventually brought him home. Even though Williams was confident about giving Lenny a healing environment, the process wasn’t easy.

She shared a video on TikTok about Lenny’s story, which soon went viral. The puppy spent the first four days hiding out in a closet. The foster carer told Newsweek that Lenny wouldn’t come out but would let her cuddle him inside the closet. She continued, “He had no trust in humans or sounds, and given that he was just a pup who had only known abuse and unpredictable punishment, it was natural for him to retreat to a place where he felt safe.”

The puppy initially found comfort inside the closet. This made Williams realize that Lenny needed time. Given the carer’s experience with troubled dogs, she tended to the puppy patiently. Williams told the outlet that she would sing to him, bring him rotisserie chicken, and maintain a routine. She also gave Lenny lots of cuddles. One morning, she made a breakthrough after Lenny gradually began coming out of the closet.

Soon, the rescue puppy became comfortable and interacted with Kelly Williams. She recalled how he would sit in her lap and she would “sing him lullabies and rock him, and he would just melt.” Moreover, after she finished singing lullabies, she would feel “silly” and treated him with zoomies. Eventually, Lenny found a way to play with the other dogs. In the end, a loving Colorado family adopted Lenny, and the puppy is now growing up with “plenty of love, attention and exercise.”

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Dog parents in the United Kingdom have been issued warnings about the potential risk of Alabama rot. As fall begins, the possibility of this disease affecting dogs has increased. It can spread easily from muddy, wet, and wooded places.

Also known as cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy (CRGV), Alabama rot is a rare disease. However, it is life-threatening as it can damage a dog’s blood vessels, resulting in a damaged kidney or organ failure.

Experts warn UK dog owners about risks of Alabama rot disease

Experts have warned dog owners in the U.K. to take precautions and proper measures as the risk of Alabama rot disease has risen due to the wet weather as fall arrives. The disease can be fatal as it progresses rapidly. Moreover, it primarily affects the dog’s blood vessels and kidneys. Owners can expect a vet bill of around £800 for their pets’ treatment.

As reported by Mirror, Animal Friends Pet Insurance’s animal wellbeing specialist Catrin George said that the exact cause of the disease is yet to be known. They further stated, “Dogs may be at risk on autumn walks.” George added that the disease usually “spreads from wet, muddy and wooded areas.” The specialist continued, “Unfortunately, the only prevention advice from vets is to make sure to wash your dog following any wet and muddy walks.”

Alabama rot’s first symptoms generally include ulcers, lesions, or sores. They usually appear on the dog’s lower leg, face, and stomach. Within a few days, the dog can show signs of kidney damage and acute failure. This may be observed in phases as the canine may feel sick and there may be loss of appetite and fatigue. As such, it is crucial for dog owners to be aware of the possible dangers of the disease.

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Dog parents often prefer to take their pets when traveling by air. As reported by the International Pet and Animal Transportation Association (IPATA), a non-profit trade association, over 1 million pets board flights annually in the United States. Moreover, in the last decade, pet trips via airlines have risen.

Many airline companies have currently been trying to regulate the situation, with new U.S. government regulations and airline company policies struggling with maintaining the influx. The implementation of new rules from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has made the procedure of traveling with dogs even more complicated for pet owners. Reportedly, these new rules and regulations have been aimed at preventing the spread of the viral disease rabies.

New CDC regulations add complexity to flying with pets

New CDC rules for preventing the spread of rabies have added more complications to air travel for pet parents in the United States. To catch up with the pet rules of other developed countries, the U.S. government has made regulations stricter. For example, they have increased the paperwork involving moving pet dogs into the United States. The rules have also overstretched the country’s existing infrastructure of pet importation. As a result, airline companies have been struggling to keep up with the new changes.

According to WIRED Magazine, the CEO and president of the Ark at JFK International Airport, Elizabeth Schuette, talked about how the change in rules reflects a deep cultural shift around pets in the U.S. She said, “There’s been a massive change over the past five or 10 years in the acceptability of pets in airplane cabins.”

In the meantime, several passengers have reported frustration and confusion with the new regulations. This is due to the slow adaptation of the policies for accommodating pets traveling on the plane. WIRED Magazine reported that the CDC has disclosed that the new rules are a response to the influx of dogs arriving in the United States with falsified or dubious rabies vaccination records. Since 2007, the country has been free of dog rabies. The United States government aims to keep it that way.

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Drew Barrymore and her rescue dog, Douglas, never fail to melt fans’ hearts. Recently, Eva Mendes joined the star duo on “The Drew Barrymore Show.” Following the recent segment, it’s safe to say that Barrymore’s paw-tner in crime stole the show when he caught the fancy of the Mendes’ dress and started chewing on it.

Video Shows Drew Barrymore’s dog chewing on Eva Mendes’ dress during interview

During her appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” Eva Mendes got candid about rediscovering herself as her children grow up. She also discussed her new book, “Desi, Mami, and the Never-Ending Worries.” However, at one point during the talk show, Drew Barrymore’s dog started to chew on Mendes’ pretty floral dress.

Mendes chuckled and said Douglas was “biting” the little roses on her dress. She then mentioned the designer and joked, “Stella McCartney is going to really love this.” Soon after, the talk show host showcased Mendes’ stunning campaign with Stella McCartney, while the author continued to pet the canine lovingly.

Barrymore rescued Douglas 14 years ago in Los Angeles. Earlier this year, “The Drew Barrymore Show” gave a peek inside the duo’s behind-the-scenes shenanigans. In the special segment, the talk show host shared that Douglas is with her “all the time.” She said, “He’s been here since day one. He’s really comfortable,” adding that sometimes the canine “just goes and wanders in the building.”

Drew Barrymore further revealed that Douglas’ hearing is “not as quality as it used to be” since he is getting older. The actor continued to share how she installed cameras around her workplace to keep track of her senior furbaby’s whereabouts.

Notably, Douglas has been a regular part of the talk show. Given the audience’s love for the canine, he continues to enjoy popularity even on social media.

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A homeless teen from San Antonio, Texas, and his dog have garnered attention after their crisis story went viral on social media. A GoFundMe page was created to support 19-year-old Samuel Haymon and his dog Mordex, a German Shepherd. The fundraiser has surpassed $35K at the time of writing.

The GoFundMe page notes that Samuel and his brother, Dante Haymon, found themselves homeless after losing their apartment. The latter was able to get into Haven For Hope. However, since there was no room in the shelter’s kennels, Samuel and Mordex ended up on the streets. He refused to abandon their 2-year-old dog.

Over 650 people have donated to the teen & dog’s fundraiser

The homeless teen, Samuel Haymon, told KENS5 that Mordex was a “main priority.” As the pup couldn’t come to Haven for Hope with the brothers, Samuel decided to stay on the streets with him — “he’s my son.” The teen went door to door asking for help in buying “food and stuff.” Besides that, Samuel also shared that he slept on a bench at the Wonderland of the Americas Mall.

Samuel and Mordex’s story made its way to Facebook after a few workers at a nearby clinic saw the two and wanted to help them. Following that, Candida Campos with Bee Pawsitive Husky Rescue came across the post and offered help to the homeless teen and his dog.

The GoFundMe page shared that Bee Pawsitive Husky Rescue offered a place for Samuel and Mordex to stay at their property. The organization also helped the teen secure a job. KENS5 noted that Mordex had to stay with a foster for about a week while Samuel was getting situated. However, the two reunited last weekend.

The fundraiser now aims to cover the costs of the camper, generator, and gas. Additionally, it’s raising funds for Mordex to be vetted and his food, among other things. The page details all the utilities required to set up a sturdy shelter for Samuel and his furbaby. Once that’s done, they hope to reunite Dante with his brother and Mordex. The GoFundMe for Samuel and his dog has received donations from over 900 people at the time of writing.

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Jason Kelce introduced his new puppy, an Irish Wolfhound, on a new episode of his New Heights podcast with his brother Travis Kelce. The retired NFL star has welcomed a new family member months after his wife, Kylie Kelce, announced the death of their family dog, Winnie.

Jason Kelce’s new family member shakes things up

Travis and Jason Kelce were in talks on a new episode of the New Heights podcast. At one point, Jason asked his brother mid-conversation, “Have you seen Nessie yet? Have you seen our new puppy?” Travis replied, “I’ve been watching that baby wolf, that coyote, walking around behind you, for the past, like, five minutes.” Jason then picked up Nessie and introduced the pup to the viewers — “say hi to everybody.” Travis then gushed, “That is a good-looking pup right there.”

Nessie showered Jason with loving licks and kisses as the Kelce brother sat there smiling. Meanwhile, Travis couldn’t help but adore the two. After calling Nessie an “absolute sweetheart,” the Chiefs star asks his brother if the new pup has “as much fire as Winnie.” Jason said, “She’s coming off real sweet right now,” and added, “She is a terror.”

Jason shared that Nessie can “get up in the sink already.” He added, “Pulling dishes out with her teeth.” Jason then said that Nessie is “the most food-aggressive dog” they have ever had. Travis then joked, “Not nice for anybody in the kitchen, but nice.” Furthermore, Jason also shared that Nessie “can’t open the fridge yet,” but “she can open doors.”

Earlier this year in March, Kylie penned an emotional post for Winnie after the pup passed away. Jason’s wife wrote, “She was everything I had hoped for in a wolfie and more.” Kylie added, “I lost part of my soul today, but I know she is at peace,” and called the furbaby her “first born child.”

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