The Great Dogsled Rescue Part I: Crises in Nome
by, Thad Abel Spike Walker, author of “Alaska: Tales of Adventure From The Last Frontier” states that in Alaska the citizens follow an unwritten code, “the commitment to look out for your neighbors”....
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by, Thad Abel The spread of diphtheria in Nome was eminent so the government of Alaska came up with a strategy to get the life-saving serum to Nome. By train, the serum was transported to Ninana and...
View ArticleHero Dogs of 911 – Amazing Stories of Courage! Part I: Roselle Leads the Way
by, Thad Abel Ten-thousand emergency workers and 300 dogs risked their lives in rescue efforts caused by the devasting attack on American in Manhattan. The dog handlers and their highly trained dogs,...
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Hero Dogs of 911 – Amazing Stories of Courage! Part II: Lieutenant Lim and...
by, Thad Abel In part one of our Hero Dogs of 911 blog I wrote about Roselle, who led Michael Hingson, a blind man safely down from the 72nd floor of one of the twin tower buildings. At the same time...
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Hero Dogs: The Most Popular Hero Dog Breeds
by, Thad Abel It is inspiring and touching when we hear a story of a dog who has rescued a person or another animal. Dogs from many different varieties have been known to be a hero. However, there...
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Hero Dogs: The Most Popular Hero Dog Breeds (Answers)
Did you take the Hero Dog Quiz that was posted this week?! If not, click here and quiz yourself! The answers are posted below. Good luck! Answer Key: 1 – C 2 – GS 3 – SB 4 – C 5 – N 6 – SB 7 – GS 9 –...
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Incredible Instincts
by, Thad Abel During the latter half of World War II, land mines became common and an effective means of defense. Landmines are buried in the ground and are detonated when a vehicle runs over it or...
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Saturday Rescue Spotlight: Mac
Last week Erica pointed the spotlight on her rescue, Minna, and challenged me to share the story on my precious rescue dog, Mac. Check out our interview below! Rescue Dog Name: Mac – His name on the...
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Laddie Boy’s Story
by, Thad Abel. President Biden’s move into the White House will include his two German Shepard dogs, Champ and Major. Champ is no stranger to his new home as he was a frequent visitor during...
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