Lending a helping hand, San Diego Zoo Global researchers stationed in the Land Down Under provided relief for koalas whose homes were devastated in the blaze. One member of their koala search and recovery team was Smudge, an adorable pooch who had a nose for sniffing out the marsupials.
Smudge used his remarkable sense of scent to aid his human counterparts in locating koalas, who were then rescued from the fires and placed into safety.
Local Puppy Bowl Superstar
Portraits of puppies during Puppy Bowl XVI
As winter progressed, we grew closer to Super Bowl LIV and munched on delicious snacks as the country witnessed the Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers for this year’s title.
Updated on December 25, 2020 at 4:45 pm
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It’s been quite a year with historic wildfires, an election for the ages and, of course, the coronavirus pandemic but despite the bustle and rollercoaster ride brought upon us by 2020, some cute stories on our furry friends and wild neighbors gave us the pause we most definitely needed.
From heartwarming animal adoption stories that will have you checking out what pets are available now to remarkable progress made in the animal kingdom, here’s a look at 10 noteworthy articles from this year:
Koala-Sniffing Rescue Dog
Smudge the Koala Dog sniffs out survivors in Australia.
SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Virgil came to Helen Woodward Animal Center with his siblings from one a rescue partner and is currently hoping for a holiday miracle to find his loving forever family.
“The 2-month-old Terrier blend loves snuggles by the fireplace and would love to help you unwrap all of your gifts come Christmas day,” according to Public Relations manager Fernanda Lopez.
All pets adopted from Helen Woodward Animal Center have been spayed or neutered, have up-to-date vaccinations and microchip identification. Plus, get 25% off your first stay at our Club Pet Boarding.
Helen Woodward Animal Center is located at 6523 Helen Woodward Way in Rancho Santa Fe. Kennels are open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. By appointment only. For more information call 858-756-4117, option #1 or visit www.animalcenter.org.
RANCHO SANTA FE (KUSI) – The chill in the air, along with the current restrictions on gatherings involving friends and extended family, means our beloved pets will serve an important need this winter season.
Helen Woodward Animal Center reminds the community to keep pets safe this season and to consider making holiday gift purchases that will and save lives too.
PET-HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS:
• Holiday Decorations can pose a problem for pets curious about new items in the house. Each winter, veterinarians report an alarming number of cats ingesting shiny holiday décor such as tinsel and ribbon which may cause intestinal blockage and require surgery. Christmas ornaments and cords from Christmas lights also pose a severe chewing and electrocution hazard to family dogs and cats.
nd adoption fee is waived!
Lolli and Pop are two sweet kitties looking to brighten your life! Both Lolli and Pop are 6-month-old domestic short hair blends. Lolli is more of the observer of the two. She likes to sit back, relax and enjoy life’s simple pleasures, like a comfy bed. Meanwhile, Pop lives true to his name. He’s an enthusiastic boy with a heart of gold. They both weigh about 7 lbs. and would love to go to their forever home together!
Lolli and Pop are waiting to meet you at Helen Woodward Animal Center. Their adoption fee is $119 each but right now, when you adopt two felines, the second adoption fee is waived.