Spotlight: Laurens Wildlife Rescue
10,000 Birds
JULY 17, 2015
First up: Vonda Lee Morton, who has been a rehabber for 15 years, and started Laurens Wildlife Rescue in Laurens County, Georgia, ten years ago.
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10,000 Birds
JULY 17, 2015
First up: Vonda Lee Morton, who has been a rehabber for 15 years, and started Laurens Wildlife Rescue in Laurens County, Georgia, ten years ago.
10,000 Birds
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10,000 Birds
SEPTEMBER 25, 2013
There are advantages to being a “Pelican Partner” for International Bird Rescue ! I follow my friend, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator for International Bird Rescue, Cheryl Reynolds to the release site where we document the event. Conservation Brown Pelican International Bird Rescue Pelican release'
10,000 Birds
SEPTEMBER 26, 2012
Alice Berkner , a registered nurse, came up with the concept of International Bird Rescue while trying to help the more than 7,000 birds that filled warehouses around the San Francisco Bay Area during this 1971 oil spill. link] I quickly learned that there was much more to bird and wildlife rescue than I had previously known.
10,000 Birds
JUNE 1, 2012
Lisa, who by then was envisioning rescuing a condor near a maximum security prison, enlisted her mother as backup. You brought me all the way out here to help you rescue a bag?” Anytime you’d like me to help you with another bag rescue, honey, just call me,” said Lisa’s mother. It’s right there near the train tracks.
10,000 Birds
FEBRUARY 16, 2012
Please make sure that when you discard the plastic that binds six-packs of beverages together that you cut the loops open, otherwise you force ducks to rescue each other. And there are only so many hero ducks. Hat-tip to Mike McDowell.
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 31, 2010
Kitten Rescue is a wonderful animal rescue organization! Founded in 1997, it has become one of the largest animal rescue groups in Los Angeles. Kitten Rescue volunteers place approximately 1,000 cats and kittens into new homes every year. Kitten Rescue’s goal is to help Los Angeles become a no-kill city.
4 The Love Of Animals
FEBRUARY 12, 2018
If you have decided to give a dog a second chance by rescuing them from a dog shelter or rescue group, good for you! Not only can you feel great about the choice you made to save a life, your.
10,000 Birds
FEBRUARY 8, 2013
When the wolf is at the door, a wildlife rehabilitator will let him in. And feed him. That’s why we’re always broke. Jodi Swenson is a bird rehabber in Gloucester, MA. She is the only one on Cape Ann, and one of only a handful in the state.
10,000 Birds
JANUARY 2, 2015
“It is next to impossible to persuade people in India to donate money for injured raptors,” says Nadeem Shehzad, co-founder of Wildlife Rescue , a registered non-profit in the Chawri Bazar area of Old Delhi. Watch this remarkable video about Wildlife Rescue, and read their blog. It is our duty to save them.”.
4 The Love Of Animals
APRIL 11, 2012
Dharamsala Animal Rescue helps the thousands of homeless street dogs that roam the streets of Dharamsala. Dharamsala Animal Rescue is the only animal shelter in the province, giving lifesaving vaccinations to animals for as little as $1. Many of the dogs are sick, injured, or starving. They also humanely treat sick and injured animals.
4 The Love Of Animals
NOVEMBER 10, 2010
We at Animal Lifeline UK help animal rescues in the UK find volunteers and homes for their animals. Vet bills are covered by the rescue. The decision will always ultimately lie with the rescue though. Move animals from pound to rescue/rescue to foster home/vets etc. Tags: people helping animals rescues.
4 The Love Of Animals
MARCH 20, 2010
Stamps to the Rescue ! We love Ellen, not only is she funny and positive, but she has a big heart for animals (especially the ones needing rescue)! With so many great pets waiting to be adopted, we are happy that the Stamps to the Rescue campaign is helping spread the word about the cause. by Sally Andersen-Bruce.
4 The Love Of Animals
APRIL 5, 2011
After being washed out to sea, and somehow surviving on top of the roof of the house that was washed out, this miracle dog was rescued! We were so happy to know that this sweet dog was rescued, and and even more happy to hear that the dog was reunited with it’s owner! Watch the video below to see the story:
10,000 Birds
JUNE 30, 2011
From a post on the New York State Birding listserv (NYSBirds-L): …two people who had traveled from PA to see the bird. The PA people had found the Hooded Crow approx 6am entangled in fishing line around its feet, and it was stuck in a tree.
10,000 Birds
APRIL 10, 2014
Recently rescued storm-petrels. Fortunately, local veterinarians and biologists have formed a group that rescues storm-petrels and ensures that as many birds as possible make their way back to sea before it is too late. See more about the Hornby’s storm-petrel rescue group on their Facebook page: [link].
4 The Love Of Animals
FEBRUARY 13, 2011
“The Fabulous Animal Rescue Project is a global artistic effort to raise funds and awareness to the needless suffering of animals. 80% of the proceeds is donated to the animal rescue groups. We think it’s great that the founder, Stacey, is bringing together artists to help animal rescue.
4 The Love Of Animals
SEPTEMBER 26, 2015
View original version (via 11 Amazing Animal Drain Rescues That Will Send You On An Emotional Roller Coaster). The post 11 Amazing Animal Drain Rescues appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals.
4 The Love Of Animals
DECEMBER 15, 2014
Luckily, the … Continue reading → The post Rescue Spotlight: Best Friends Parrot Garden appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. Rescue Spotlight' Many of them have special needs, especially because of their long life spans.
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 28, 2015
Rescue Dogs the Movie is having a photo contest! They want to hear all about your rescue dog stories. The movie stars REAL rescue animals.
10,000 Birds
MAY 8, 2015
I have been rescuing animals, both wild and domestic, since I was a child. I’ve rescued field mice to horses, and everything in between. I’m allergic to cats, but in my lifetime I’ve rescued five of them. Dear Outdoor Cat Owners/Feral Cat Supporters, Does the photo above sicken you? It sickens me.
4 The Love Of Animals
AUGUST 30, 2011
American Dog Rescue has a generous donor who is willing to give $1 to Missouri animal tornado victims for every Facebook fan up to $10,000. Please take a few seconds to “like the American Dog Rescue Facebook page. Will you help them reach their goal of 10,000 Facebook fans? Upon reaching this goal, Arthur E.
Critter News
APRIL 2, 2012
These dogs were rescued by Chinese activists before they could be slaughtered for meat. According to this article from the NPR site , such rescues are occuring more regularly as dogs are increasingly becoming pets. A good story from China for once.
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 19, 2015
Bones replace roses when true, life-lasting love finally comes to TV with the launch of Dr Lisa to the Rescue, a riveting new reality show which finds forever homes for rescue dogs.
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 23, 2012
A rescued manatee gives birth at SeaWorld Orlando early on Wednesday morning! Story background: On June 8, 2012, SeaWorld’s Animal Rescue team traveled to Sykes Creek in Merritt Island, Fla. to rescue a 10-foot manatee. SeaWorld’s Animal Rescue team is on call 24/7 to save and care for injured, orphaned or ill animals.
4 The Love Of Animals
DECEMBER 10, 2012
Please, if you are getting a puppy or kitten, consider rescuing from a rescue or shelter, or find a very reputable breeder. Have a tissue or two handy! Luckily Billy found a happy ending, sadly many puppy mill dogs aren’t as lucky. Sadly too many dogs sold in pet stores come from puppy mills like this one.
10,000 Birds
OCTOBER 18, 2013
But Skye wore me down, and in her junior year of high school we went to the local Rabbit Rescue. I asked the rescue lady, pulling her aside. Recently I rescued a juvenile black vulture who had been walking around a retirement community for two days, with no other vultures in sight. How long do rabbits live?” Ohhh, Merlin!”
10,000 Birds
JUNE 6, 2021
AHNow’s database includes wildlife rehabilitators, rescues and hotlines, as well as veterinarians who treat wildlife. You can post it on your local Internet bulletin board, and give it to the people who receive wildlife rescue calls but normally can’t help… your local town hall, police department, libraries, and hiking area staff.
4 The Love Of Animals
JANUARY 30, 2011
When adopting a rescue there are added considerations on selecting the right dog for your lifestyle. Right at the top of the list is the awareness that your new rescue has a shady history, especially if it was a stray. Remember that no matter how cute a dog is there’s a real chance that he’s not a good fit for your family.
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 28, 2016
FAMILY FILM THAT HELPED SAVE 150+ ANIMALS NOW AVAILABLE ON ITUNES Continues to Give Back to Animal Rescue Community Hollywood, CA (July 26th, 2016) — Busted Buggy Entertainment is proud to announce Rescue Dogs, a first of its kind family … Continue reading → The post Rescue Dogs, a fun, family film saved over 150 animals appeared first (..)
10,000 Birds
APRIL 6, 2016
The bird was such a hit with residents that Kasia, who went on to found the rescue organization Kasia’s Ark Bird Rescue , continued the effort once she returned to New Orleans. The rescue organization gets exposure and a chance to spread its message about saving and valuing birds. But that’s a whole ’nother rant.)
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 14, 2011
Many dogs are rescued out of abusive or traumatic situations, causing them to exhibit a wide variety of emotional and behavioral problems. Juliet and Foxy, a Terrier mix and a Chow Chow/Cocker Spaniel mix, are my rescues. However, that doesn’t mean they can’t make great companions for the right adoptive family.
10,000 Birds
AUGUST 15, 2014
Sentient people recoil at the idea of leg-hold traps, those medieval–torture devices which cause so much pain and suffering before their victims eventually die, are killed, or (very occasionally) are rescued. My very first rescue was a House Sparrow caught in a glue trap,” says Donna Osburn, a wildlife rehabilitator in Kentucky.
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 18, 2019
Tah and Kole Whitty have taken to the internet to find the perfect rescue chihuahua. Are you ready to see the most creative, cutest, animal adoption application ever? Done in the style of many human adoptions, this creative application is … Continue reading →
4 The Love Of Animals
JUNE 8, 2014
You can help feed cats waiting in rescues, and all you have to do is share your cat photos on social media using the #MyGreatCat hashtag! 31, for each post, Pro Plan Cat will donate one pound of its cat food (up to 50,000 lbs) to cat rescue groups in need through the Rally to Rescue network. Start sharing!
4 The Love Of Animals
AUGUST 18, 2012
Natural Balance has teamed up with Angels in Fur Dog Rescue to donate one pound of food for each new “LIKE” on the Natural Balance Facebook page ( www.facebook.com/naturalbalancefan ). That means that YOU can help feed rescue dogs with just a click of your mouse!
10,000 Birds
OCTOBER 11, 2012
Ever since I learned that the Muscovy Duck I discovered in a Central Park pond was not countable by ABA standards, I’ve grappled with the question of “What is Wild?” ” Most listers sail the same stormy seas.
10,000 Birds
JUNE 29, 2012
All rehabbers have a rescue jones, but everyone has their own reasons for spending ungodly amounts of time, effort, money, and emotion on an endeavor which, to an outsider, may look insane. Bunny-huggers, our critics snipe. Nestling bluebirds have to be fed every 20 minutes from sunup to sundown.
10,000 Birds
AUGUST 14, 2015
Ok, so you’ve rescued a bird. If you have the desire to rescue and feed baby birds, become a volunteer with a federally permitted bird rehabber; we can always use the help! Did you know a bird’s body has the ability to seal a small puncture wound within minutes? Sometimes you will not see any blood. Call a bird rehabber for advice.
10,000 Birds
APRIL 18, 2021
Normally I rant about environmental dangers and describe heartwarming/mind-boggling/headscratching wild bird rescues. ” When it comes to wildlife rescue, transportation runs the gamut as well. I am so happy to be back on 10,000 birds – I have missed Mike and Corey and my fellow Beat Writers!
10,000 Birds
DECEMBER 4, 2015
Likely not, but one rescued bird can teach the public in a way we cannot. Will all rescued animals survive to have a happy ending? Apathy is the wrong approach, and I fear that is the direction we are headed. Is that individual bird vital to the world as a whole? Will the population of the species be affected?
10,000 Birds
MARCH 22, 2013
He called Lisa Acton, of Animal Kingdom USA Wildlife Rescue , who took over. cried a friend of Lisa’s, a woman who rescues and provides homes for all kinds of creatures, after she heard the story. This time a tiny, flickering light bulb appeared over her otherwise functionless head, and she actually called the police. said Lisa.
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