Elderly swamp survivor praises search crew volunteers and his dog
It’s now been about a week since an elderly Dallas County man was released from the hospital following his rescue from a swamp, with the help of his own dog.
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Missing elderly Dallas Co. man survives overnight stay in swamp
From the West Alabama Newsroom– A missing elderly Dallas Co. man — is rescued safe and sound — after spending the night — in a swamp. U. S. Marine veteran 92 year old Elton Ralston and his dog walk around the family farm all the time. But when they didn’t return home by late Friday evening — the family started…
Canine Strides provides unique pet care service in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom– A unique new business in Dallas County is making sure that every dog has its day. Canine Strides is a new pet care service for dogs. “We pick ’em up, we bring ’em to the park. We exercise, socialize, we let ’em sniff, explore. And then we load ’em back up and we bring ’em…
Health Officials Warn Against Swimming in 2 Alabama Rivers
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) – Health officials are warning people not to swim in two south Alabama rivers. The Mobile County Health Department is advising no one to swim in Dog River and Fowl River due to poor water quality. Local health officials and the Alabama Department of Environmental Management routinely collect water samples from 25 coastal recreational sites throughout Mobile…
Reward Offered for Information on Dog Poisonings in Tallassee
Three recent animal deaths, and one confirmed dog poisoning has happened on the same street in the Clairewood neighborhood of Tallassee. Residents say they are afraid for their pets and fear walking them down the street. Mayor John Hammock says that if caught these criminals may be charged with felonies. The situation has even caught the attention of The Humane…
Officials: Woman Throws Dog From Bridge, Claiming it Can Fly
Authorities say a woman claimed dogs could fly before tossing a small dog about 30 feet off a South Florida bridge, injuring the animal. Capt. David Walesky of Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control told the Palm Beach Post that the 8-year-old Jack Russell Terrier mix dislocated a leg in the fall Wednesday from a bridge in Riviera Beach….
Tallasee Dog Undergoes Stem Cell Procedure
We’ve seen medical advancements using stem cells in humans, but one Tallasee dog is reaping the benefits of a relatively new procedure using her own stem cells. Dr. Michelle J Mitchell says “we’re using the pets own adult stem cells and we’re giving them back to the pet in such a way as to elicit healing, promote healing, decrease pain,…
Hope, Abused Rottweiler Released From Animal Hospital
You may remember Hope, the abused Rottweiler that was abandoned and in pretty bad shape. We’ve continued to follow her story and keep you updated on her condition. We now have some good news to report: Dr. Jessica Loch says that “She is thriving, she’s doing amazing she’s eating and drinking and playing we’ve seen her personality blossom, she trusts people,…
I-65 dog finally finds new home
Grace enjoying her new home. A dog living on the side of I-65 at the Greenville exit finally has a new home. The dog, called Camille by Greenville residents, was living on the side of the road for nearly three months. She avoided all traps set out by Butler County Animal Control and even managed to stay away from the…
I-65 Dog Needs Help Getting Home
Camille the Interstate Wonderdog Greenville’s newest resident is causing quite a stir and some traffic problems around town. A dog has been living on the Northbound exit ramp leading into the city of Greenville for a little over two months. Witnesses saw a car blow a tire on the exit ramp, and then say the dog jumped out ran away…
