Top “Animals To The Rescue” Stories
Busy in our daily grind, it is sometimes easy to overlook some of the more beautiful things in life. The world is full of living creatures that still have that wonderful instinct of helping each other out in times of trouble. Here are some amazing stories of animals that heeded the call and literally saved the day.
#5. Heroes In A Half-Shell… Turtle Power!
Human beings are considered the most sophisticated animals on the planet, and are known to look out for each other. Well, at least in some cases…
Anyways, they aren’t the only species that looks out for each other. Some species even do it better than us. For instance, take a look at this giant tortoise giving his friend a hand, getting him back on his feet. The Sulcata Tortoises are among the most intelligent tortoises out there, and have a lifespan of up to 150 years. Talk about being old and wise… Without further ado, check them out. Because a friend in need is a friend indeed!
#4. (Not Only) Man’s Best Friend
Dogs are without a doubt man’s best friend. But that doesn’t stop them from also being other canines’ best friends too.
This brave Labrador, who goes by the name Robbie, courageously jumped into a river and swam against the current to help two other dogs. The canines were stranded alone in a canoe that was drifting away down a rapid-flowing river, and as soon as Robbie heard their cries for help – he came to their rescue.
That a boy, Robbie. Way to go!
#3. Stayin’ Alive In The Land Down Under
This 4-month old baby roo must have had one of those lucky days. A car accident had claimed the life of his mother, and his chances of surviving were very slim.
However, as soon as Rex the wonder dog came into the picture, the situation changed altogether. He discovered Joey, the baby roo, alive and literally kicking in the mother’s pouch, and brought him back to his owner. “He obviously sensed the baby roo was still alive in the pouch and somehow had gently grabbed it by the neck, gently retrieved it and brought it to me,” said Rex’s owner, Ms. Allan.
Joey was completely calm and ever so happy to be found and rescued.
Amazing!
#2. Jack The Pitbull To The Rescue!
It was just a typical sunny day in Florida for Kitty the cat, until the some coyotes roaming around pet mom Sheeree’s neighborhood have decided to gang up and attack Kitty.
Luckily for her, as soon as Jack the pitbull dog spotted the two coyotes doing the deed, he ran like a speeding bullet and fended them off.
“As I was walking to the door, I could see the coyotes over here,” Sherree pointed out. “One had her by the neck and the other had her by the tail. I didn’t know Jack could run that fast. He was on them so fast,” she added. Kitty was rushed to the vet, and although injured and shaken up, she still made it and lives happily ever after with her friend, Jack, and pet mom Sheeree.
By the way, she has no doubt that that Jack’s motive in rushing the coyotes was to save his little friend. Even though a trapper has set traps to catch the wild coyotes in the area, Jack the pitbull still stands guard and keeps an eye open… Just in case.
What a hero!
#1. One Lucky Duck
When ducks get trapped under the ice surface, things can usually end pretty bad… But not in this case! In this special story, the day was saved by a human being.
This good-natured Norwegian dude saw the little fellow’s despair, and didn’t think twice before jumping in for the rescue. The duck had somehow managed to get himself stuck under ice, and being confused and disoriented – couldn’t find his way up to the surface.
As soon as our hero identified the situation, he took off his clothes, dove into the cold water and broke the surface of the ice, setting the duck free. Once released from under the ice, the duck was placed safe and sound on the river bank.
One thing is certain: This duck now has quite a tale to tell…