Every year the Purina Animal Hall of Fame 'honours pets and service animals whose extraordinary acts of bravery, intelligence and devotion have gone beyond the human-pet bond to ultimately save lives.'
Some recent distinguished inductees:
-'For two days and nights during an unexpected blizzard, Chance, a Dalmatian/Fox Terrier mix, stayed by the side of a 7-year old severely autistic boy who had wandered into the woods near his home.
-A normally mellow cat, Gepetto wailed incessantly as his home filled with more than 70 per cent carbon monoxide, prompting his owner to get help - in the nick of time.
-A Dutch Shepherd, Ace tracked and found a woman who was buried beneath deep snow for 72 hours after going missing during a severe snowstorm.
- A black Chow Chow, Jarod bravely fought a black bear who was threatening his owner and the family's other dog. '
It makes one wonder about the pets in our lives and their special endearing qualities.
For example, we had a Springer Spaniel that was the best darn bird dog. She could point with her tail out as her nose hovered near a hiding pheasant in the long grass. She was also not afraid of water and would retrieve to our delight.
Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms. ~ George Eliot
Photo and article about Chance.
