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Jun 9, 2011

I Rescued a Human Today

Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels.
I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her.
I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid.

As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage.
I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today.
Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them.

As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone's life.

She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her.
Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship.

A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well.

Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms.
I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side.
I would promise to do everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes.
I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor.
So many more are out there who haven't walked the corridors.
So many more to be saved. At least I could save one.

I rescued a human today.

NOTE FROM CUTE: I got this in an email from a fellow animal-loving friend and I just had to share. Beautiful.

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Nov 15, 2010

The Most Beautiful Thing You'll Read Today

I am an Animal Rescuer.

I will never bring about world peace.

I'm not a brain surgeon and I'll never transplant an organ to save a life....

I don't have the ear of a powerful politician or world power.

I can't end world hunger.

I'm not a celebrity, and God knows I'm not glamorous!

I'm not looked up to by millions around the world. Very few people even recognize my name.

I'll never win the Nobel prize.

I'll never save the rain forest or end global warming.

There are a lot of things that I'll never do or become.

But today I placed a cat!

It was a small, scared, bundle of flesh and bones that was dropped off in a shelter by unfeeling people that didn't care what happened to it, but yet who were responsible for it even having existence in the first place.

I found it a home.

It now has contentment and an abundance of love. A warm place to sleep and plenty to eat. A child has a warm fuzzy new friend who will give them unquestioning devotion and teach them about responsibility and love.

No, I'm not a rocket scientist but today I saved one of God's precious creatures. Today, I made a difference!

I am an Animal Rescuer.

My job is to assist God's creatures.

I was born with the need to fulfill their needs.

I take in new family members without plan, thought or selection.

I have bought dog and cat food with my last dime.

I have patted a mangy head with a bare hand.

I have hugged someone vicious and afraid.

I have fallen in love a thousand times

and I have cried into the fur of a lifeless body.

I have Animal Friends and friends who have Animal Friends.

I don't often use the word "pet."

I notice those lost at the road side

and my heart aches.

I will hand raise a field mouse

and make friends with a vulture.

I know of no creature unworthy of my time.

I want to live forever if there aren't animals in Heaven.

But I believe there are!

Why would God make something so perfect and leave it behind?

We may be master of the animals,

but the animals have mastered themselves.

Something people still haven't learned.

War and abuse make me hurt for the world,

but a rescue that makes the news gives me hope for humankind.

We are a quiet but determined army.

And making a difference every day.

There is nothing more necessary than warming an orphan.

Nothing more rewarding than saving a life.

No higher recognition than watching them thrive.

There is no greater joy than seeing a baby play

who only days ago, was too weak to eat.

I am an Animal Rescuer.

Note from Cute: I got this in an email from a friend who works with Animal Aid, and I admit to tearing up as I read it. You know, I bet some people think I'm crazy, or just don't really get how anyone would go so out of their way to help one animal like many of us do, but WE know it's worth it. We know it's important.

Please share this with your friends who work with rescues or just your animal-loving friends in general. I know I'm glad my friend shared it with me, and I hope others get to read it, too, just to see how beautiful all their efforts really are.

Now if that isn't cute, I don't know what is... :)

Feb 6, 2010

Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!

Can a lion, a tiger and a bear be friends? How about best friends? You wouldn't think so, but check out this cute, amazing story I got in an email yesterday...

They make an unlikely trio, but Baloo the bear, Leo the lion and Shere Khan the tiger have forged an unusually strong bond. Considering that they would be mortal enemies if they ever were to meet in the wild, it is stunning to see their unique and genuine friendship in these intimate pictures.

Rescued eight years ago during a police drug raid in Atlanta, Georgia, the three friends were only cubs at the time at barely two months old.

They had been kept as status symbol pets by the drug barons.

Delivered to the Noah's Ark Animal Rescue Center in Locust Grove, Georgia the decision was made to keep the youngsters together, because of their budding rapport. "We could have separated them, but since they came as a kind of family, the zoo decided to keep them together," said Diane Smith, assistant director, of Noah's Ark. "To our knowledge, this is the only place where you'll find this combination of animals together."

Living with the zoo's founders for the past eight years, Shere Khan, Baloo and Leo have now moved to a purpose-built habitat where the U.S. public can now witness first hand their touching relationships.

"We didn't have the money to move them at first," said Diane. "Now their habitat is sorted and they have been moved away from the children's zoo areas where the public couldn't really get a good look. It is possible to see Baloo, who is a 1,000-lb bear; Shere Khan, a 350-lb tiger; and Leo, who is also 350 lbs, messing around like brothers. They are totally oblivious to the fact that in any other circumstance they would not be friends."

Handled by Charles and Jama Hedgecoth, the zoo's owners and founders, the three friendly giants appear to have no comprehension of their animal differences.

"Baloo and Shere Khan are very close," says Diane. "That is because they rise early, and as Leo is a lion, he likes to spend most of the day sleeping. It is wonderful and magical to see a giant American Black Bear put his arm around a Bengal and then to see the tiger nuzzle up to the bear like a domestic cat. When Leo wakes up the three of them mess around for most of the day before they settle down to some food."

Surprisingly for three apex predators with the power to kill with a single bite or swipe of a paw, they are very relaxed around each other. "They eat, sleep and play together," said Jama. "As they treat each other as siblings they will lie on top of each other for heat and simply for affection."

"At the moment they are getting used to their new habitat. Shere Khan is being quite reticent about the move, but Baloo, the bear, is very good at leading him on and making him feel comfortable and safe."

Explaining that the three "brothers" have always seemed to share a unique bond, Charles said: "Noah's Ark is their home and they could not possibly be separated from each other. You just have to remember who you're dealing with when you are with them. It's when you forget that these fellows are wild animals that you get yourself in trouble."

The trio's new habitat had to be constructed carefully, in order to accommodate its occupants. Jama said: "The clubhouse had to be very sturdy for the guys, because they all sleep in it together. We had to include a creek, because the tiger and the bear both like to be in water."

Special thanks to Cute's friend, Cyndi, for sending this cute email!

Jan 7, 2010

Polar Bear Attack!

A friend of mine sent me this and it was instantly one of those "too cute not to share" things. It's a set of four polar bear attack photos. This is what it said:

This took place in Churchill, Manitoba, Canada. These are pictures of an actual polar bear attack in Churchill.

These pictures were taken while people were watching and did nothing to stop the attack!

Reports from the local paper say that the victim made a full recovery.

Thanks to Cute's friends at The Kitten Crew for passing this cute polar bear attack on!

Aug 17, 2009

Baby Horse Cuddles Up in Mom's Lap

This newborn baby horse knows where he's safest -- in his mom's lap. (I know! I didn't know horses did this either.) These pictures were taken right after the little guy was born. Mom was tired and laid down, and he cuddled right up with her! Beautiful, isn't it?

More baby horses, please.

*Thanks to Cute's friend Marsha for passing on these baby horse pictures!

Jul 20, 2009

10 Cute Sleepy Kitties

When I grow up, I want to be a kitty. They get to nap whenever they want, and anywhere will do. If only us humans had that luxury...

Enjoy the sleepy kitty pictures! (And click on any one to biggify it!)

More sleepy kitties, please.

*Thanks to Cute's friend, Cyndi, for the sleepy kitties pictures!

Jul 1, 2009

My Little Pony - Baby Miniature Horse!

Another great one I received by email (Cute has the best friends!).

Let's be real, Cuteheads: This is the cutest horse you've ever seen. Ever. I imagine she could probably live in my house quite comfortable, and even snuggle in the bed.

Here's her story, from the email:

Toy horses are usually pink and plastic –- and aimed at young girls. But this little pony is 100 per cent natural – and ready to make friends with anyone her size.

Born ten days ago at a stud in the southern state of Victoria , Australia , the 15 inches miniature horse – which is yet to be named – has already formed a bond with Sam Leith, 12.

Going for a walk: Sam leads the way, followed by Bliss and her tiny new daughter.

Seeing eye to eye: The little horse has already formed a bond with youngster Sam Leith.

Owner Lee Scown said she wanted a name that reflected the tiny, unique nature of the horse.
'It’s the smallest horse I've ever had and she’s so gorgeous,' Ms. Scown said.

The miniature horse snuggles up to mummy as local people try to come up with a name for her.

The horse, currently only a little taller than this book, is expected to grow to about 24 inches. "It’s amazing to see a horse so tiny, and she’s about the size of a week-old lamb."

The horse is the smallest born at Riverdance and its arrival surprised even its breeder. "We got told the mare wasn't due for another four weeks but on Sunday morning I walked outside and called her, and out ran the little foal behind her."

Tight squeeze: The horse is so small it can fit underneath her mother.

More cute horsies, please.

*Thanks to Cute's friend, Marsha, for sending us this email!

Jun 17, 2009

Cute Dog Expressions (15 cute pictures!)

Got this in an email today and had to share! These doggies are making some of the cutest faces I've ever seen! (Click on any of the pictures to biggify them.)

Do you have a cute doggie picture? Email it to me at dorian at yourdailycute dot com and you could be on the Cute!