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The Great Animal Rescue Chase News & Blogs
Instantly update yourself on the latest animal welfare developments. Leading animal shelters and rescuers will share news and knowledge with you, consolidated through their blogs and social media pages.
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Updates On 8th Jun 2014
8th Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
SARAJEVO RESCUER NEEDS HELP
The following account comes from the Sarajevo-based rescue team Andejo Sarajevo:
"Today we received a phone call from this woman, who was crying on the phone, begging us to help her because she has about 30 cats and some dogs that she`s been feeding. The animal population under her care has only increased, since none of the animals have been sterilized. She was desperate because her own brother, living in the same house had, because of some family disagreements wit...
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Updates On 8th Jun 2014
8th Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
SUNBURNS & CANCER: HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PET
Did you know your pet's fur may not be enough to protect from sun damage.
"Just because a dog has a coat of fur, it doesn’t mean that it is protected from the sun’s rays." Dr. Laura Stokking, a veterinary dermatology told UT San Diego. "Even a thick fur coat isn’t enough protection. Constant sun exposure can result in painful sunburns, skin ulcers, cancer and permanent skin damage. Some breeds are more susceptible to sunburn, like those that ar...
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Updates On 6th Jun 2014
6th Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
WATER INTOXICATION:
YOUR DOG NEEDS YOUR PROTECTION
Water intoxication can happen rather quickly when playing fetch with your dog in the water. Some dogs will swallow large quantities of water while they play, especially when the dogs are diving with an open mouth.
Here's what happens on the inside. Drinking too much brings electrolyte levels dangerously low and leads to thinning of the blood plasma and leading to swelling of the brain and other organs. Symptoms include lethargy, bloating, vom...
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Updates On 5th Jun 2014
5th Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
COULD YOUR DOG GET SICK PLAYING FETCH IN THE WATER?
Water intoxication can happen rather quickly when playing ball with your dog in the water. Some dogs will swallow large quantities of water while they play, especially when the dogs are diving with an open mouth.
Here's what happens on the inside. Drinking too much brings electrolyte levels dangerously low and leads to thinning of the blood plasma and leading to swelling of the brain and other organs. Symptoms include lethargy, bloating, vo...
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Updates On 5th Jun 2014
5th Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
THROW BACK THURSDAY:
Meet Lee Salter. He and his wife Linda were the first official Harmony Fund supporters nearly 4 years ago today. Their dog Bailee, seen here, spends her whole day at Lee's heals. Baileee's early years were quite neglectful and she doesn't want to take her eyes off the people who took her in and offer her unconditional love!
Thank you Lee & Linda for giving us our start. And thank you everyone out there who is sponsoring the rescue and care of thousands of animals all acr...
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Updates On 4th Jun 2014
4th Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
99-year-old Dobi Dobrev lost most of his hearing during World War II but he seems to have greater senses than those around him. He lives in Bulgaria and he's known locally as Saint Dobrev. He spends his days asking people for money,but he doesn’t keep any of it for himself. Every bit he collects goes straight to the orphans.
You'll want to read this one http://www.worldkarmaproject.com/kindness/how-to-b e-acts-of-kindness-5/
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Updates On 4th Jun 2014
4th Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
"I CAN NOT KILL A PUPPY. I AM A RESCUER"
http://harmonyfund.org/donate
Letter from Cristina Cristescu at the St. Francis shelter in Romania.
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"Dear Laura,
I am afraid I have not good news from my humble shelter because we have lost sponsors from Germany this month.They were helping with neutering costs and a part of other payments.Problem was that they decided not to help the shelter anymore because the number of puppies was growing monthly.These pupps were d...
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Updates On 3rd Jun 2014
3rd Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
IS THERE A MONSTER IN YOUR PET'S BOWLS?
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If you simply top off your pet's water dish, you could be creating a monster that will attack your pet from the inside out. Many of us are guilty of simply refilling the water bowl when it gets close to empty, but the water that sits around will form a slimy residue that hosts dangerous bacteria and fungus will begin to grow. Some pet guardians may not even notice that their pet will start shying away from a dirty water b...
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Updates On 3rd Jun 2014
3rd Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
"WHAT MAKES YOU THINK I KNOCKED OVER THE BOWL OF CAT FOOD?"
Well, anyone who manages a feral cat colony will tell you that the local wildlife will take part in the buffet from time to time. This gorgeous raccoon was caught in the act at a Harmony Fund feeding station for a pair of elderly feral cats.
(Naturally we don't advocate feeding wild animals. But they will occasionally find a feral cat feeding station)
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Updates On 2nd Jun 2014
2nd Jun 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
CAT RESCUER PASSES AWAY
----- MARYLAND ADOPTERS & FOSTERS NEEDED ----
Jim Schultz Asks for Help Placing His Brother's Beloved Cats
"My older brother, Bill was a hero to cats for numerous years and was caring for a very large number of cats and feral colonies. He also rescued feral kittens and brought them into his home to raise and successfully domesticated the majority of those he saved.
He died and left behind a very large number of cats in the place that he was living. I, along with my si...
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Updates On 30th May 2014
30th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
MIRACLE DAY IS HERE AGAIN!
The last day of every month is 'Miracle Day' for dozens and dozens of underdog animal rescue groups internationally. It's the day that Harmony Fund sends out financial support to feed thousands of animals for yet another month.
Here you see the dogs in Serbia crowding around one caregiver as bags of food are brought in past the gate. All 400+ dogs here at this free-roaming sanctuary will have plenty of food and plenty of love again this month.
Thank you EVERYONE fo...
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Updates On 30th May 2014
30th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
IT'S MIRACLE DAY!
The last day of every month is 'Miracle Day' for dozens and dozens of underdog animal rescue groups internationally. It's the day that Harmony Fund sends out financial support to feed thousands of animals for yet another month.
Here you see one of the dogs in Serbia enjoying a little treat and a lot of love. Actually all the dogs in this photo are eating - all 400+ of them who call this free-roaming sanctuary home.
Thank you EVERYONE for making the Harmony Fund a source of...
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Updates On 29th May 2014
29th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
The rescues in Bosnia continue for animals impacted by extreme flooding. We want to show you this photo which represents the devotion and heroism of the many, many rescuers out there who are still hard at work.
Donations to the Harmony Fund provide rescue, food, shelter and veterinary care for animals like these worldwide. We are truly honored to help these heroes and truly blessed to have the support of caring individuals around the world. Thank you all!
http://harmonyfund.org/donate
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Updates On 29th May 2014
29th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
RESCUES IN BOSNIA: LOOK WHO IS SAFE NOW!
The rescues in Bosnia continue for animals impacted by extreme flooding. We want to show you this photo of a mother dog who is now caring for 16 puppies. A few days ago, she was nursing them all in the ruins of a broken down building. The pups were walking on piles of glass and they were all very hungry. Arijana Ari, who is a frequent volunteer rescuer had no funds to take them in but she asked, "How can I leave them?"
Arijana received some funds to buy...
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Updates On 29th May 2014
29th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
GREATER BOSTON 12-YEAR-OLD CATS NEED FOSTER CARE OR ADOPTER
This pair of 12-year-old cats are inseparable. There is great urgency to their situation as they must find a foster home or adopter by Saturday.
Marlowe and Peggy have been together since they were kittens and now their "Dad" has a serious medical situation and will be hospitalized for a long period of time. He is losing his home as well and will be unable to care for them. His heart is broken and he's very worried about what will bec...
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Updates On 28th May 2014
28th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
KITTEN STOPS HIGHWAY FAST LANE: FINDS INSTANT FAMILY
(photos courtesy California Highway Patrol)
A kitten wandering through rush hour traffic on an Oakland, California freeway brought the fast lane to a complete standstill while freeway service workers attempted to free him from the wheel well of a black Saab.
The kitten had run into the wheel well trying to escape a driver who stepped out of the car to attempt a rescue. Drivers were very concerned about the pint sized kitten who was too terri...
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Updates On 28th May 2014
28th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
KITTEN STOPS HIGHWAY FAST LANE: FINDS FAMILY
A kitten wandering through rush hour traffic on an Oakland, California freeway brought the fast lane to a complete standstill while freeway service workers attempted to free him from the wheel well of a black Saab.
The kitten had run into the wheel well trying to escape a driver who stepped out of the car to attempt a rescue. Drivers were very concerned about the pint sized kitten who was too terrified to be handled.
The freeway service workers wer...
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Updates On 27th May 2014
27th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
DALLAS VETERAN & RESCUER IN NEED OF KINDNESS
Today we're asking for help for a United States Marine Corps veteran who moved to Dallas, Texas last year. His name is Dan and he's now in his late 60s and often in pain due to a degenerative spinal condition. Dan lives on a modest disability check and is very isolated, living in a trailer park with no transportation. He has his groceries delivered including dozens of boxes and bags of dog and cat food because he generously feeds the strays in his ne...
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Updates On 26th May 2014
26th May 2014, by The Great Animal Rescue Chase
CAN WE FIX THE ROOF FOR THIS SMALL RESCUE CENTER?
Danica Djurkovic in Serbia writes: "I need your help. I know that you and the Harmony Fund have helped me a couple of times already with a donation and I am so very grateful to you for that. I currently have over 50 adult cats, 9 small kittens, one tiny puppy and two adult dogs, ALL rescued from the streets or dumped in the village where I live in Savino Selo, Vojvodina Province, northern Serbia. I bought small house with large garden eight year...
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