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27,000 Animals Rescued in Texas

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It was an exotic animal importing firm (why the eff do those even exist?) that was allegedly mistreating its animals. A lot of these animals are reptiles, spiders and amphibians, which explains the large number. This rescue is the result of a PETA undercover investigation. That's HUGE. From the Detroit Free Press.

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Research Animals Rescued from North Carolina Lab

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Their investigations produce results. An enormous victory was achieved for animals this week when nearly 200 dogs and 54 cats were rescued from a North Carolina animal testing facility that closed its doors after an undercover investigation revealed apparent abuse of the animals by workers at the facility.

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Rescue Ink Unleashed

4 The Love Of Animals

Did you happen to catch the premier of Rescue Ink Unleashed on Friday night? If not, be sure to set your DVR for Friday and watch, it’s a great show about an unlikely group of animal heroes. They’re not cops, animal experts or even animal control. Tags: rescues tv. Photo Credit: © NGT/Andrew Baxt).

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Little guy with big heart helping animals!

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Benjamin, founder of American Dog Rescue , the little guy with a big heart! Not only has he founded his own dog rescue in honor of his beloved poodle Buddy, but he contributed to and helped raise more than $1,000,000 for The Humane Society of the United States Animal Rescue Team on during The Humane Society’s To the Rescue!

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The Gas Station Bird

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In Oregon you can’t own any “dangerous” wild animals, but you can get a special permit for a service monkey and anyone can fill their backyard with giraffes. No guarantees, but in this case the agency had already given the owner a warning and was responsive and willing to investigate complaints. Are we fed up yet?

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Dog Whisperer and Philly Undercover Premiere Jan 7, 2012

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After Dog Whisperer, Philly Undercover, the new six-part series in which the PSPCA’s undercover police team works to eliminate dogfighting and protect all animals from abuse and neglect, premieres. The full-scale investigation began two days earlier. Video: Fight Dog Rescue. Philly Undercover: Fight Night.

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Nothing Funny About Cat Cruelty

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According to The Humane Society , around 18% of all reported instances of animal abuse involve cats. When it comes to dealing with a cat that has been rescued from an abusive owner, it is best to take a pretty hands off approach. Advice For Settling A Rescue Cat Into A New Family. cats people helping animals'

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