(International) News I Love: Rescuers Brave the Radioactive Elements to Rescue Japan's Abandoned Pets

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As the smoke is clearing around the tragedy and chaos of Japan, the country's other victims are starting to emerge.  As humans fled their houses, many beloved pets were left to fend for themselves.  Many perished but those who survived the initial earthquake and tsunami are now suffering another wave of devastation: they are starving!!  Thanks to a few heroic people that are entering the danger zone around Fukushima to round up the wandering animals and reunite them with their owners, if they can be found.  Many are scared  traumatized and haven't had a decent meal since before the earthquake.  To read the full story and the details of the organizations that are trying to help, go to CNN.

Also, go to http://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueJapan to see what you can do to help!!

UPDATE: Japanese Tsunami Dog reunited with owner!!

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The heartwarming story of the dog rescued from floating debris a mile out in the ocean 3 weeks after the tsunami hit Japan got even better!! The dog was reunited with its owner after she saw the live rescue on TV.  There was pure jubilation and joy as the woman and dog leaped into each others arms.  The dog's tail wagged ferociously back and forth and provides tons of wet, kisses.

Love It: Dog found out at sea, 3 weeks after Tsunami



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While catching up the news from the weekend, I came across this awesome story on Yahoo.  I am dedicated animal lover and definitely cherish any stories having to do with them.  This article, from Friday, grabbed my attention immediately.

A, no doubt, terrified, dehydrated and starving dog was rescued from a pile of floating debris 3 weeks after the devastating earthquake and tsunami ripped through coastal cities up and down Japan.  This is a truly miraculous find and although his owners are yet to be found or identified, this again brings renewed hope and inspiration as Japan continues to pick up the pieces and move on.  That face is so precious.  I can't wait to go home and give B a big hug.