Animal rescues are some of the most heartwarming and inspiring stories out there. They showcase the incredible compassion and bravery of those who dedicate their time and effort to helping animals in need. Here are 10 incredible animal rescues that will leave you in awe:
The Rescuing of Hope
In 2018, a tiny, 2-week-old kitten was found abandoned and alone in a storm drain. Rescuers from the Michigan Humane Society worked tirelessly to free her, eventually using a remote-controlled robot to reach her. The kitten, aptly named Hope, was taken in by a foster family and eventually found her forever home.
The Whale in the Thames
In 2006, a Northern Bottlenose whale was spotted in the Thames River in London, England. The whale had gotten lost and disoriented, and rescuers from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) worked around the clock to try and save her. Unfortunately, the whale ultimately passed away, but the efforts of the rescuers and the outpouring of public support were truly inspiring.
The Rescuing of Champ
Champ, a 1-year-old German Shepherd, had been missing for 5 weeks when he was finally spotted on the side of a highway in Ohio. Rescuers from the Toledo Area Humane Society worked quickly to rescue him, and he was eventually reunited with his family.
The Baby Elephant Rescue
In 2018, a baby elephant was found stuck in a muddy pit in Kenya. Rescuers from the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust worked tirelessly to free him, using ropes and a tractor. The elephant was eventually freed and taken to the trust’s elephant orphanage, where he was given round-the-clock care.
The Rescuing of Ellie
Ellie, a Golden Retriever, had been missing for over a month when she was finally found in a deep ravine in Washington State. Rescuers from the Mason County Sheriff’s Office worked for hours to free her, eventually using a harness and pulley system to lift her out. Ellie was reunited with her family, and her incredible rescue was caught on video and went viral.
The Bear Cub Rescue
In 2019, a bear cub was found alone and scared in a tree in Florida. Rescuers from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission worked quickly to sedate the cub and lower him to the ground. He was taken to a wildlife rehabilitation center, where he was cared for until he was old enough to be released back into the wild.
The Rescuing of Elsa
Elsa, a pit bull mix, had been missing for over a month when she was finally spotted in a deep ravine in California. Rescuers from the Los Angeles County Fire Department worked for hours to free her, eventually using ropes and a harness to lift her to safety. Elsa was reunited with her family, and her incredible rescue was captured on video.
The Whale Rescue in Argentina
In 2019, a group of whales became stranded on a beach in Argentina. Rescuers worked tirelessly to save them, pouring buckets of water on their skin to keep them hydrated and using boats and nets to try and coax them back out to sea. After hours of effort, the rescuers were able to save all of the whales.
The Rescuing of Odin
Odin, a Great Pyrenees, had been missing for over a week when he was finally found in the California wilderness. Rescuers from the Bakersfield Fire Department worked tirelessly to rescue him, eventually using ropes and a harness to lift him to safety. Odin was reunited with his family, and his incredible rescue was