All articles tagged with #dog rescue
A severely underweight, ill Golden Retriever named Gus is recovering at home after a rural-shelter rescue. Once facing hospice-level concerns, Gus has begun a series of small but meaningful firsts—healthy digestion, using a dog door, lifting his leg, and climbing onto the couch—capturing online hearts and underscoring resilience and the beauty of everyday victories.
Katherine Heigl attended the Wine, Women & Shoes charity event at Mar-a-Lago to benefit Big Dog Ranch Rescue, issuing a statement that emphasizes animal advocacy and noting the event raised more than $5 million; she highlighted her and her mother's long-running efforts through the Jason Heigl Foundation and reiterated calls to reduce unwanted litters and puppy mills.
Katherine Heigl stepped out for a rare red-carpet appearance at the Wine, Women & Shoes fundraiser at Mar-a-Lago, helping raise about $5.5 million for Big Dog Ranch Rescue; the outing also marks her continued advocacy for animals and her return to the spotlight alongside Grey’s Anatomy costars since their 2024 reunion.
Katherine Heigl attended a Mar-a-Lago fundraiser for Big Dog Ranch Rescue, marking a rare public appearance since the Emmys; she has moved to Utah, runs a dog-food company and a nonprofit supporting dogs from kill shelters, and was photographed with Trump allies Jeanine Pirro and Lara Trump at the event, highlighting a celebrity‑philanthropy moment within conservative circles.
Katherine Heigl returned to the spotlight after two years to attend the Wine, Women & Shoes charity event at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, supporting Big Dog Ranch Rescue and advocating against puppy mills; she was joined by her mother Nancy Heigl and dog trainer Cesar Millan, with attendees including Lara Trump and Jeanine Pirro, marking her first public appearance since a 2024 Grey’s Anatomy cast reunion at the Emmys.
Larry C. Kochheiser, 85, died peacefully at home after a courageous cancer battle. He built a 44-year banking career, culminating as Vice President of KeyBank in Mansfield, after starting as a teller at First National Bank in Shiloh. Married to Susan Price in 2002, he and his wife were devoted to rescuing dogs through Friends of Richland County Dogs. A faithful Berean Baptist Church member, he also belonged to the Iron Will Tractor Club, Sons of the American Legion, and Gold Wing Motorcycle Chapter B, and enjoyed farming, restoring John Deere tractors, and flying his private pilot’s license. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many relatives. Visitation is March 5, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Snyder Funeral Home, with funeral service on March 6, 2026, at 11:00 am; burial will follow in Bellville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Berean Men’s Bible Study or Friends of the Richland County Dogs.
Apple the Yorkie, rescued from cruelty, has dramatically improved in a week: she’s gained weight on a careful refeeding plan, is playful and affectionate, and has had encouraging initial vet results; a follow-up check is planned, and donations support her care while Humane Rescue Alliance investigates her abuser; updates will be posted by Miri’s Haven Senior Dog Rescue.
Emmylou Harris reflects on her musical journey, her influence from Gram Parsons, her genre-blending career, collaborations with artists like Linda Ronstadt, and her ongoing passion for music, dogs, and writing, as she prepares for her farewell European tour but indicates she will continue performing in the US.
A Golden Retriever mix named Abbie, who ran over 25 miles along the New Jersey Turnpike, was successfully located and rescued using drone thermal imaging by the USAR Drone Team, with assistance from local authorities, after escaping from a shelter transport.
Los Angeles police are seeking help to identify a young boy found in a car with a dog after an attempted theft; the boy is in custody but remains unidentified, and no one has come forward to claim him.
Rescuers saved nine Yorkshire Terriers from a Philadelphia home after the owner was found dead; the dogs are in good health but need grooming and dental care.
A woman in South Philadelphia found eight newborn puppies abandoned in a bag at a Target store and took them to a rescue organization, highlighting the issue of pet abandonment and the need for responsible pet care.
A three-legged puppy named Candy, found in a Thai jungle and rescued by Happy Doggo, was given medical care and a loving home in Spain after overcoming her initial fears and hardships, including living alone in the wild.
During the Patriots' training camp kickoff, Stefon Diggs humorously chased a runaway puppy, showcasing his agility post-injury, amid a pet adoption event aimed at promoting dog rescue and adoption.
Twenty-seven dogs rescued from a hoarding situation in Columbus's Hilltop area are now receiving treatment and are on the path to recovery, with some already available for adoption.