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Engineers at UNLV created lifelike 3D-printed sea lion pelvis models that let vets practice blood draws without using sick animals or cadavers. The innovation is helping save sea lions suffering from toxic algae blooms along California's coast.
A Sydney man received Australia's longest-ever wildlife trafficking sentence for smuggling native lizards in popcorn bags and cookie tins. The crackdown shows authorities are getting serious about protecting Australia's unique reptiles, 90% of which exist nowhere else on Earth.
A rare kitten with four ears is captivating social media and sparking conversations about embracing pets with differences. Dobby's foster mom is raising funds for his dental surgery while celebrating what makes him special.
When Kenny McGowan spotted two dogs running down a busy highway during a blizzard, he turned his snow plow into a shield. The sisters were safely rescued and reunited with their family within 24 hours.
After accidentally hitting a seagull with a soccer ball during a match in Istanbul, a quick-thinking footballer stopped play to perform CPR on the injured bird. The compassionate rescue shows how a split-second decision to help can turn a sports moment into something unforgettable.
Bollywood choreographer Remo D'Souza rescued what he thought was a stray puppy from a drain as a kid, only to discover he'd brought home a wild fox cub. Instead of abandoning his mistake, he cared for the animal for two years before releasing it back to nature.
When a seagull fell unconscious on an Istanbul soccer field after being struck by a ball, team captain Gani Catan refused to let it die. His quick thinking and compassion saved the bird's life and reminded everyone watching what truly matters. #
A horse trapped in a septic tank on Australia's South Coast was saved thanks to a remarkable team effort involving emergency crews, a vet, and a neighbor with an excavator. The delicate two-hour rescue operation shows what communities can accomplish when everyone pitches in.
A young golden retriever who fell through the ice chasing a squirrel got a second chance thanks to quick-thinking firefighters in Hadley, Massachusetts. The puppy's owner made the life-saving call instead of risking her own life on the dangerous ice.
When a soccer ball struck a seagull mid-flight during a championship match in Istanbul, team captain Gani Catan stopped everything to save its life. His two minutes of chest compressions brought the bird back, proving some moments matter more than any trophy.
A mini goldendoodle abandoned at Las Vegas airport found his forever family with the very officer who saved him. What started as heartbreak turned into a perfect match months in the making.
A Florida zoo team traveled to Zimbabwe and used "ridiculous" training techniques to save a wild rhino from going blind. Within two weeks, they taught the 4,000-pound animal to trust humans enough to accept eye drops for a parasitic infection.
Animal Rescue of Carroll is calling on community members to help shelter pets find loving permanent homes. Volunteers will support everything from daily care to adoption events.
When a German Shepherd mix fell through ice into freezing river waters, seven volunteer firefighters didn't hesitate to jump in. Their quick thinking and specialized training brought Kita safely back to shore.
Volunteers in Clayton County are working around the clock to find homes for 19 healthy, adoptable dogs facing a Friday deadline. Their year of networking and social media campaigns has already saved countless lives, and they're hoping for one more miracle.
When a concerned citizen spotted an injured bald eagle struggling on a busy Florida street, a quick call sparked a coordinated rescue effort that saved the majestic bird's life. The eagle, now named Freedom, is recovering and eating well under expert care.
After multiple attempts and a hydraulic crane failure, rescuers in Kochi, India finally saved a cat trapped 30 feet high on a metro rail pillar. The community named him Subash and cheered when he was safely brought down.
A dog trapped in frigid river water got a second chance at life thanks to quick-thinking firefighters who braved dangerous ice conditions. The successful rescue highlights both heroic teamwork and the challenges facing first responders.
A mountain rescue team in the Scottish Highlands saved a five-year-old spaniel who survived a freezing night alone after falling through snow into a hollow below a summit. The dramatic rescue flipped the usual script of dogs saving humans in the mountains.
When a cargo plane broke down with eight critically endangered mountain bongo antelopes trapped inside for 14 hours, conservationist Paul Reillo launched a middle-of-the-night rescue mission that saved every animal. The bongos were headed to Kenya to help save their species from extinction.
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