The poor pup cried out and whimpered wondering what was going on. But she was scooped up and taken back to the Takis Shelter in Greece for care and a checkup. And she was so friendly and loving with everyone, including the other dogs! She may have been small in stature, but she had a personality larger than life! 

How could anyone leave something so sweet behind with nothing? Clearly that person couldn’t see what everyone else saw in her, and it wasn’t long before she found her loving forever home! Source Credit: TheDodo via Facebook Video

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Yep, gone are the days where you have to trawl through dozens of books or seek out an expert if you have a question regarding an obscure topic that you need answering. Today, the internet has a correct answer for… well, pretty much anything you might ask it. 

If you’re a regular reader on our site, you’ll perhaps have come across articles that seek to explain certain oddities in the world around us. Take, for example, what it means if you see a giant star on the side of a barn, or what it might mean if you see a man with one painted fingernail. How about if you spot square waves forming on the surface of the ocean close to shore? 

We’ve tried to answer all these questions and more. Which is why when we came across a mysterious picture online showing trees with their trunks painted white, we decided to do a little digging. Now, there seems to be a lot going on in the world of trees. Last month we explained the possible reason behind bent trees that you might see in the forest, while paint splashed upon the bark of a tree seems to adhere to a color code that can tell you things about the tree, including its health and future.

Trees might have an orange dot painted on them if they’re to be cut down soon, while purple markings on a tree might reportedly indicate that the tree stands on private land. But what about trees that are painted white? 

Well, we’ll admit to not having a clue what this meant before we did some reading up on the subject (thanks, internet). As per reports, trees are actually painted white in winter to protect them from getting sunburned! 

No, we’re not joking, it’s not just deathly pale middle-aged men who need to be wary of the sun’s rays as they lie outside the shade on a tropical beach with their headphones in. Trees do too, apparently. Now, given that the overwhelming majority of trees are outside, they’re naturally subject to temperature changes. The sun can heat up a tree’s bark during the day, causing it to grow. 

When the temperature drops at night, however, the bark can cool down and rapidly shrink. Such changes can end up splitting the bark, in turn damaging the tree’s trunk.

And this is where the aforementioned white paint comes in. When a layer is applied to a tree, it helps to reflect the sun’s rays, thus preventing the trunk from getting too hot during in the day. Who knew? Not us! Had you heard of this process before? Let us know in the comments.
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On one of the year’s coldest days, a freezing and lonely dog needed warmth. Then, in a sudden move, Felipe took off his backpack and removed his jacket to put an orange shirt on the dog! 

After feeling cozy and comfortable finally, the sweet pup wagged its tail to thank Felipe! While Fernando initially giggled from afar as he noticed his brother stripping in public, he soon realized what Felipe was up to. He made sure to capture this random act of kindness on camera and share it with the world! The dog was missing when the brothers went back to find him, but Felipe’s kind act inspired many others. The t-shirt he gave to the dog as a gift meant a lot to Felipe, and though it was one of his favorites, he believes it looks better on the pup! 

It’s not every day you see someone going out of their way to help an animal in need, but that’s exactly what Felipe did. Watch the video below to see him give his shirt away to a freezing dog on the streets.

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In the video, the animal pauses in his nightly foraging and has an almost human reaction to the falling snow. The raccoon paws at the sky, trying to catch the snowflakes. The raccoon is mesmerized by the flakes falling from the sky and is determined to catch them so he gets up on his hind legs and reaches as high as he can! 

“He started pawing at the sky,” Ellis fondly shared. “When I realized he was actually chasing snowflakes, my main thought was that I definitely needed to save this video, because I knew other people would enjoy seeing it. It’s definitely not something you see every day.” 

Raccoons are some of the most incredible creatures on earth. They have the ability to climb trees and live in them, they will eat almost anything that crosses their path, and they can be quite nosy when it comes to human activity. Raccoons are nocturnal animals. They are omnivores and can eat nearly any kind of food, from meat to plants. They are also known for their intelligence: they can be taught to perform simple tasks in order to obtain food rewards. To be honest, they’re incredibly easy to adore! 

Because raccoons are generally afraid of humans, it’s rare that you’ll see one outside its natural habitat during the day, which makes the clip even more entertaining! This raccoon will never forget its first time seeing snow, it seems. It’s so adorable that we almost want to go back in time and grab one for ourselves

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Got your attention? Good… because the story I’m about to tell you is worthy of just that! As per reports, an extraordinary bond played out between a young boy and a gigantic manta ray some years ago on the shores of Vueltas, located in La Gomera, in the Canary Island. 

The area in question is said to be a haven for marine life, including massive rays and colorful fish that can thrive in its waters and often swim close to the harbor. One particular local wharf became the scene of the most unlikely of friendships, thanks in no small part to the old tradition of fishermen throwing their bycatch into the sea at day’s end. The result was a large number of rays regularly coming closer to the shore than they might otherwise have. And it was this strange-to-the-outside-eye phenomenon that facilitated the meeting of a local boy, Joel, and an especially large manta ray. 

Incredible footage shows the ray swimming right up to a set of stone steps to eat catch from Joel’s hand! We’re not joking. As per reports, the ray in question used to frequent the harbor every morning for a chance to feed from Joel’s palm. Joel, meanwhile, developed a special way of attracting his friend’s attention. And when the ray surfaced, the boy would pat his head, unafraid of this deep-sea diver from a watery world. 

The video of Joel and his manta ray friend was taken posted on YouTube in 2013. At the time of writing, it has acquired some 59 million views!

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The Clydesdales ended up getting together and chasing the dog down to reunite in the end. But then social distancing put a barrier between them once again. That’s where their new commercial, “Reunited With Buds,” comes into play.

Cena was way more than just a dog to the veteran, and he felt it was only right to say goodbye with the utmost respect. 

The cancer-stricken dog retired in 2014 as a bomb-sniffer for the Marines and then became a service dog for Lance Cpl. Jeff DeYoung.

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R.J.’s curiosity ended up saving the life of an innocent puppy, who had been abused before winding up in the trash bin. If R.J. hadn’t been so observant, the puppy could’ve gone unnoticed for too long. But now, the pup is living his best life despite his rough past. Puppy Trapped in Dumpster R.J. suspected something was wrong when he heard a knocking sound inside the dumpster. When he peeked inside, he found a moving backpack, but it wasn’t making any sounds. 

So, he cautiously opened it, and he locked eyes with the sweetest puppy. “I opened it up and the dog literally like slowly lifted its head and looked up, and I didn’t even know what to say. I just about started crying there,” said R.J. Luckily, the puppy was thrown in the dumpster after trash pickup, so R.J. found him at the perfect time. The dog was zipped up inside the hot backpack with nothing to eat or drink. R.J. decided to name the puppy Midas because he said the dog needed a name to be taken to the vet. 

At the vet, the staff confirmed that Midas has many signs of abuse. He has a fractured jaw and a bacterial infection in his lungs, but he’s currently being treated for both. Worst Day Turns Into Best Day 

After taking him to the vet, R.J. knew he couldn’t part ways with the puppy. He’s planning to adopt him if all goes well. However, he said if Midas ends up being stolen and has a kind owner out there, he will give him up. But he’ll need some solid proof first. The Shakopee Police Department is using this story to remind dog parents not to abandon their dogs like this. There are plenty of more humane options for rehoming a dog, such as taking them to a shelter or rescue. 

“Though this story had a happy ending, it could have gone a lot differently. If you’re a pet owner who needs to surrender an animal, we encourage you to do it humanely. With social media and the internet at our fingertips, there is no shortage of options for finding a person willing to rehome your pet. Please be kind to our animal friends!” the police department wrote. 

The only things in the backpack besides Midas were a fake grill and some plastic bags. So, it’s unclear who abandoned him and why, but what’s most important is that he’s safe now. He started his day in a dumpster but ended it with a loving family to care for him. It’s the best outcome possible!

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Single mom Courtney Potts was driving with her two young kids in the car when she blew a tire. She pulled over on the side of a dangerous curve in the road and a gray pick-up truck pulled up behind her. 

The voice belonged to none other than Luke Bryan, who owns land in the area. He and sons Bo and Tate were on a hunting trip when they came across the stranded family. Without missing a beat, Luke helped Courtney find her spare tire and then ran back to his own truck to fetch a working jack. 

Then, the superstar lay right down on the pavement to change the tire, muttering about how he would make his sons help if it weren’t such a dangerous section of roadway. 

“He’s just a humble guy,” said Courtney, adding that the singer “went into dad mode” and seemed genuinely concerned for their safety. It took him about 30 minutes to swap out the tires, and afterward he even posed for a picture. Courtney was already a fan before this happened; now, she’s a super-fan for life! 

Watch the video Courtney shared on TikTok below, and don’t forget to share.

@courtneypotts @LukeBryan ♬ What Makes You Country - Luke Bryan

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Ludivine, a 2 years old Bloodhound was out for a pee when she spotted all those guys running. And since there wasn’t any rule to say that only humans re allowed to participate, the quick thinker pup joined the marathon. 

Surprisingly, that wasn’t all as the doggy not just finished the run, but she even got a medal. The adorable dog who finished seventh in the race, even had some pit stops!

She finished in just over an hour-and-a-half. Her owner April Hamlin, later explained. “All I did was open the door, and she ran the race on her own accord,” the surprised woman said. “My first reaction was that I was embarrassed and worried that she had possibly gotten in the way of the other runners. She’s laid back and friendly, so I can’t believe she ran the whole half marathon because she’s actually really lazy.” 

Jim Clemens, who finished fourth in the half marathon said: “Every time I thought she had dropped off to go back home, I would hear her coming back up to me and she would race past me up to the two leaders. She would run off to romp through the streams and into yards to sniff around for a while.” After the week I’ve had, I so needed this story! 

Check the video bellow:

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Contact Gary W. Lambdin with Homeland Real Estate: 606-691-0978 

This beautiful piece of history in Webbville has been in the same family for nearly a hundred years. The house was built in the 1920s and is on 27.5 acres, in a hollow but in sight of the road. The home is spacious with tons of indications of its former glory. The property is in need of repairs and restoration to all of the structures. The land and property is a homesteaders dream! There is a 14-stall barn with a full attic that was used for curing Burley tobacco. A small active creek from the hollow of two hills runs alongside the barn and provided fresh water for the family mules, cows, hogs and chickens. There are also smoke houses, a wood shed, a homemade cabin, chicken coop and other buildings. All buildings were hand-built in the early to mid-20th century. The property is directly across the road from the Yatesville Lake State Park. There is a boat access up the road. This is a must see property and your chance to own a piece of history! 

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He thought he might give the 16-year-old dog a happy final few days or weeks, but he got more than he bargained for from Henry! 🙂 The dog seemed to be at the end, but the very next morning he had a new pep in his step! They then scheduled to get the cancer removed, and Henry started running and galloping around the yard every day. 

Months later, the boy was doing better than ever and adoption applications were rolling in. It was time for that next chapter, and he’d be surrounded by love for the rest of his life!

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Dr. Ernie Ward sets out to show just how cold it gets in a dog house at night. He’s a firm believer that if this video can save the life of one animal, then it was worth it for him to subject himself to the experiment. Only a half hour in at 25 degrees Fahrenheit, he’s already experiencing bits of shivering. And above his head on the ceiling of the dog house, he notices ice crystals are forming. An hour in he says, “At this level, for a prolonged exposure, no dog is biologically adapted to handle this.”

After four hours in the dog house, it’s down to 15 degrees Fahrenheit, and Dr. Ward’s hands are completely numb and he’s experiencing a lot of uncontrolled shivering. 

I think he says it best with this line: “Our responsibility is to provide the best quality of life for the animals we love and cherish — and this ain’t it!”

And when she heard about Holly through her business’ veterinary partner, she had to take her in even though the home was full. 

A man brought the senior dog in to be euthanized because he “didn’t want to take care of her anymore,” and the vet refused to put the sweet dog down. Holly was around 10 to 12 years old and super friendly with a lot of life left to give. Her original owner passed away, and she was shuffled from home to home until she finally settled with her current family. 

And they no longer wanted her because they already had two other dogs and claimed Holly would pee on the floor. The grandkids were also not interested in her. “I don’t like to pick on children, but the granddaughter looked at me and shrugged – ‘We just don’t really like her. We like our other dogs better.’ Meanwhile, the dog stood there, wagging and wagging and wagging her tail,” Melissa commented. 

Holly is in good shape overall but still a little scared and confused in life. She just recently learned to relax a bit as Melissa wraps her in blankets to snuggle often. The dog’s getting that love she deserves.

When Holly is completely healed both physically and mentally, Melissa will help find her a forever home where she’ll be spoiled for the rest of her life. For Melissa, the dream then continues on as another spot in her rescue opens up to save yet another elderly dog in need.
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It turned out the hound mix was a talented escape artist, and he would constantly run away from his new home and end up back at the shelter. The CAS staff finally realized he was trying to tell them something… Gumby quickly became known around the Charleston area for his Houdini-like escaping skills after arriving to the no-kill shelter in 2014. The shelter did everything they could to try to find Gumby a forever home, but he kept ending up back at the shelter. 

He showed back up at their doorstep 11 times throughout the year. They didn’t know what to do. His first adoption only lasted three days. The next one, just six. The staff started to warn every family about the dog’s tremendous ability to escape, and the third adopter was determined to make it work. But the Hound was returned to CAS four more times. On one occasion, a Good Samaritan found Gumby and brought him in. Another time, it was animal control. He was brought back by his adopter two more times. In March of 2015, Gumby was adopted by his fourth family. The shelter hadn’t heard anything about him for four months, and they thought this was it — he’d finally found his forever home. Then in July, Gumby was returned as a stray once again. Gumby was adopted for a fifth time in August, this time ending up at a sister shelter of CAS nearly 30 miles away. Back to CAS he went only to be returned by his sixth adopter shortly after. In December of 2015, they gave it one more try. Gumby was adopted, but like always, it didn’t last long. 

The adopter said the dog escaped three times in a month, one of those times busting through the screen door! The Charleston Animal Society finally gave up on trying to find Gumby a forever home. What they hadn’t realized is that he had a home this entire time — at the shelter. 

Gumby loved the attention given to him by the staff and was comfortable right where he was. He was happy and wanted to stay. Gumby has always had an uncanny way of comforting the anxious and fearful dogs at the shelter, and they felt like part of him wanting to stay was the fact that he had work left to do. Gumby officially became part of the shelter and was even given the title of General Manager. He’d help the team with behavioral demonstrations in addition to playing with the other dogs and spreading his love. The staff may have put an end to trying to find Gumby an adopter, but they never gave up on him. It’s not a traditional home, but the shelter is the place Gumby has always wanted to be. He’s found his purpose in life. 🙂 Additionally, the staff recently discovered that the serum from Gumby’s blood has healing properties. He’s now a blood donor for kittens with eye infections! Just another reason Gumby fits in perfectly at the Charleston Animal Society. We couldn’t be happier for him!
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