Working Animals
Joy Butler
Articles
Reindeer, even Santa’s, do not perform well in warmer climates and the jolly old soul has given his reindeer a break by contracting another team to substitute for them through the southern territories.
One of the blessings we can be thankful for, this holiday, is our pets. But sometimes their destructive behavior can make them almost impossible to live with and the pet ends up homeless. And then sometimes...well, I'll just let you read this inspirational story for yourself.
It usually begins with an eerie silence, deep in the woods, punctuated by the sound of footsteps that causes your heart to race. You feel as if you're being watched and then the stench of a sickening musk thickens the air, followed by hair-raising growls and screams.
An exquisite creature whose beauty radiated, not only from her exotic coat but from the depths of her enormous heart, Qadesh loved people and she trusted Bill Frazer because there was never a reason not to.
Extraordinary animals are everywhere, if we only take the time to look.
Matthew Scully, former speechwriter for President Bush writes not with anger, but with profound reason and will compel you to re-examine your own values concerning life, mercy and compassion. No matter which side of the fence you are on regarding animal rights, you will take away from this book a new ...
If you care about feral cats or if you’re just tired of their annoying behaviors, there is a workable and humane solution.
It’s not just his record, but his style, that convinces me this horse will be tough to beat in the Belmont Stakes on June 5th.
Spirit: The Mustang Behind the Movie
Read about the real-life mustang behind the movie, 'Spirit, Stallion of Cimarron', and learn about the majestic wild horses who still roam the American West.
Balto has garnered most of the attention for the 1925 delivery of lifesaving diphtheria serum to Nome Alaska, leaving Togo to stand in his shadow but, in 1960, an aged Seppala still claimed, “I never had a better dog than Togo.”
Perhaps one day we will see animals as not so different from ourselves. Surely, if we reach into their hearts and find our own longings, we will treat them with more respect.
Red and white puppies stumbled and climbed over each other, creating a squirming mass of six tails and twenty-four legs. Find out what happens to them.
We symbolize the beauty of Christmas with lovely decorations, delicious foods and genuine charity. We humble ourselves, forget past grievances, and give freely. Do we have the heart and compassion to take a step for the animals?
Be forewarned that reading this article may cause you to lose your taste for bacon.
Scruffy was born a scrawny runt, the thirteenth puppy in a litter of thirteen on Friday thirteenth, unwanted by his mother and owners yet his zest for life brought sparkle and excitement into the lives of children and elderly alike.
Blue Jeans, Blue Skies, and Best Friends
Meet the shining star of my childhood who continues to warm my heart through all these years.
A trip to the beach turns into a rescue operation.
How can a petite 12 year old girl help law enforcement and police dogs?
Sometimes the Creator just sees fit to endow an animal with an extraordinary abundance of human qualities. So what is a Skidboot?
Like silvery angels from heaven, with manes and tails shimmering, a dozen white horses entered the hushed arena carrying stiffly disciplined riders in Spanish array. Moving as if right out of a fairy tale, these perfectly harmonized teams encircled the arena like a floating mist.
War seems to touch every life, everywhere in one way or another and not even animals are exempt from the results of our disagreements.
Have you ever been in the middle of an especially trying day when someone gave you an unexpected smile that lifted your spirits? It’s a wonderful experience, but did you know that smiles can come in different forms?
Tiger Creek is home to many rescued victims of the exotic pet trade, including two tigers once owned by Michael Jackson. When workers move them into lockdown in order to clean pens, all the big cats rub against trees, making friendly noises, or push into the fence seeking human attention. All, ...
Not only are they two of the cutest critters on four legs, but they help keep our children safe. As tremendous weapons in the war on drugs and violence, Faithful and True have worked in over a thousand schools, fairs, and functions in 30 states and Canada. Another story on drug ...
In the tradition of the first Saturday of December, about a dozen special little dogs received their share of “oohs” and “aahs” as they made their way down Main Street, escorting proud owners.
As we sit down with loved ones to our heavily-laden tables and offer thanks with eloquent words, we must not forget to also actively show our thanks, and experience our own miracle this holiday season, by offering of ourselves to relieve the suffering of those less fortunate.
Linda Hoover of Oregon gave new meaning to the 50's dance tune, "Let's Go to the Hop", when she introduced the newest thing to American animal sport last year.
If you dare venture out when an October moon disappears behind clouds, and all weird souls and screeching tomcats lurk among shadows, you may be suddenly visited by a fluttering black thing......
Through deafening explosions, black smoke and fiery debris, what drove rescuers last September 11th to risk their own lives to save others?
The Pacific Classic, the Breeder's Cup, the Dubai World Cup. Be watching as this horse with an attitude leads them to the wire each time.
A personal account of the Flood of '98 and how one Texas community recovered, the day it rained cats and dogs.
Doing the right thing may not always be easy, but a simple deed can have a ripple effect.
In honor of those who served, William Wigginton, a former war dog handler, writes this special Memorial Day article. As his story unfolds, you'll laugh and you'll cry, and when you reach the end, I guarantee you'll want to hug your dog!
In honor of those who served, William Wigginton, a former war dog handler, writes this special Memorial Day article. As his story unfolds, you'll laugh and you'll cry, and when you reach the end, I guarantee you'll want to hug your dog!
This chestnut colt was a true champion in every way, yet fate left him standing in the shadow of the 11th Triple Crown winner.
DIFFERENT STROKES FOR JAMMIN' GIANTS
Evidently, humans are not unique, after all, in their appreciation of the cultural arts. Tadpole, rescued from starvation, rose to fame as a movie star, musician and artist.
On March 2, 2002, some 1000 sled dogs and their mushers departed Anchorage Alaska for the 1151 mile Iditarod race through a vast, frozen wilderness to Nome. Read about these amazing dogs and the preparation necessary for such an undertaking.
What better way to enjoy your dog than to put on some peppy music and proceed to 'shake, rattle, and rollover'?
Who could resist falling in love with the Lassie dog of the movies? However, you may be surprised by some of these real life "Lassie dogs".
What has three stomachs, two toes, no upper front teeth, and a baby called a "cria"?
Trot down memory lane and discover the truth of how they made that horse talk!
A heartwarming holiday story of a shelter dog's Christmas.
Read why Christmas is for animals, too.
If this gentle beast can grasp the concept of love for others, not of her own kind, surely, we humans can do the same.
MADDIE-- A Heart Filled With Love
How the love of one loyal pet inspired the dream of a "no-kill nation".
BUSTED! A Drug Dog's Sense of Humor
Chance, wherever you are, I forgive you.
THE HORSES WHO SETTLED AMERICA
From the first settlements on the east coast to the taming of the wild, rugged West, the American frontier was conquered on the backs and behind the rumps of sweating horses.
SOMEONE SERVE THE TURKEY PLEASE
Susan Michaels, of Pasado's Safe Haven, will serve a turkey for Thanksgiving. In fact, she will be serving several turkeys and plans to stuff them with squash and pumpkin pie.
Some claim that animal brains are too simple for thoughts and choices, but occasionally, something happens that forces us to rethink how we feel about animal intelligence and morality.
The little tail, protruding from a hole strategically cut in her Pamper, may have been the only hint that she wasn't really a baby.
We, as a nation, picking up the pieces and feeling uncertain in the events of September 11, can use a simple reminder from a two pound Chihuahua named Wheely Willy.
Inside our meek little kitties lurk raging lions just waiting to roar. Scarlett is one little lioness whose scars serve as reminders of the courageous heart that beats within
As each treads the painful path of healing, they shall draw strength from one another and from the extraordinary bond that only people and pets can share.
Ham and Enos, two chimpanzees, accomplished what few humans ever have.
As we undertake the tedious task of picking up the pieces and plucking victims from the wreckage of Black Tuesday, let us not overlook the diligent and competent work of our canine heroes.
Find out what happened to this frightened little shelter mutt. If you have not already read the June 29th article, "I Love You, Duster", you may wish to read it first.
HOW DO YOU PUT A SWEATER ON AN ELEPHANT?
Relocating a jungle elephant to a snowy mountain range requires some ingenuity.
Breston, a dark Dutch shepherd, honorably served on the police force in a small Texas town. Now, after twelve years, his work is done.
A thousand British ground troops, in World War II, rejoiced in their victory over an Italian village, only to learn that Allied planes were scheduled to bomb that same village within the hour. Fearing for their lives, they attempted to radio a message to the rear to cancel the mission. The ...
Many exotic pets live miserable lives, confined to cages, exploited, neglected and, sometimes, abandoned. However, this is the happy story of one lucky exotic animal that we all know.
It broke my heart to see her. A little rag-a-mop mutt of a dog sat huddled in fear against the back wall of the shelter. Would she ever welcome my touch? Would she ever come to know peace?
A veil of suspense hung over thoroughbred racing fans last May 5th as Monarchos swept across the finish line of the 127th Kentucky Derby. With his first half mile clocked as the fastest in history, the big gray colt had, surely, broken the great Secretariat's record set way back in 1973. ...
The idea of animals performing tasks for disabled people is not new, but, occasionally, it can be the other way around. Find out what, sometimes, happens when animals become disabled.