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Newsweek
4 days ago
- Health
- Newsweek
Anger As 4-Week-Old Husky Puppy Found in Trash Can 'Barely Hanging On'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. When a kind stranger heard faint cries coming from a trash can in Austin, Texas, they stopped to investigate. Inside, they found a tiny, four-week-old husky puppy—"cold, weak", and "barely hanging on". Without hesitation, the good Samaritan rushed the puppy to a local emergency veterinary clinic where the dog, now named Kiss, was in a critical condition. His blood sugar was too low to read and he was too weak to eat, but veterinary staff worked through the night to stabilize him, warming his tiny body, administering fluids, and doing everything they could to give him a fighting chance. Despite being so fragile he could barely lift his head, staff could tell Kiss wanted to hold on, and by the next morning he was transferred to Austin Animal Center to finish his treatment, but when he still needed more help, Austin Pets Alive! (APA) stepped in. Pictures of husky puppy Kiss who is now in the care of Austin Pets Alive! (APA!). Pictures of husky puppy Kiss who is now in the care of Austin Pets Alive! (APA!). Austin Pets Alive! APA! At APA!, Kiss received more urgent medical intervention. The team worked quickly to regulate his blood glucose, rehydrate him, and start him on antibiotics—just in time. "Care like this would cost over $1,000 at a private clinic," APA! told Newsweek. "We do everything we can to keep that cost lower for pets like Kiss—but it's still a heavy lift." In 2024, approximately 7 million animals entered U.S. shelters and rescues, according to Shelter Animals Count—an increase of nearly 3 percent from 2023. By the end of the year, 103,000 more pets had entered shelters than had exited. Stray dog and cat intakes decreased slightly in 2024 compared to 2023, but strays still made up 60 percent of all community intakes. Now he is on the mend, Kiss's story was shared on APA!'s Instagram account, @austinpetsalive, last week, where his little face has captured hearts, racking up nearly 2,000 likes. "Precious baby! Thank you to all who helped save this pup!" said one viewer on Instagram. While another wrote: "Prayers for this sweet puppy." "That tiny baby," said @modernalchemytx. "Who is throwing an angel like that out like garbage." Now, Kiss is searching for a foster home where he can continue to heal and grow. Anyone interested in Kiss should contact Austin Pets Alive! directly for more information. "This little pup would be lucky to have you and you would be lucky to have him," APA! said. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Shelter's Plea As Special Needs Cat's Obsession Threatens To Take Over
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A one-year-old cat with an unusual passion is still searching for her forever home from a shelter in Austin, Texas. Lamby, affectionately dubbed the "Lambinator," has taken up residence at Austin Pets Alive!'s (APA!) Cesar Chavez location, where her passion for stuffed lambs has been melting hearts. The black-and-white tuxedo cat has won over shelter staff, and Instagram followers alike, with her infectious energy, playful spirit, and unusual obsession: collecting plush lamb toys. In a viral photo shared by APA! on Instagram, Lamby was lounging regally amid her ever-growing flock of sheep-themed toys. "Lambinator came to APA! from a local rescue partner in August of 2023 with a history of a tail pull injury (lower motor neuron injury) which has caused her to have an abnormal gait in her hindlimbs and she is also incontinent due to this," APA! told Newsweek. But Lamby isn't just a pretty face with a quirky hobby. "She has a happy and enthusiastic energy that is contagious," the shelter said. "She is a one-cat welcome committee to all visitors, meeting newcomers at the door and eager to introduce herself to everyone who comes by." The Lambinator, or Lamby, enjoying the company of her favorite thing—stuffed lambs. The Lambinator, or Lamby, enjoying the company of her favorite thing—stuffed lambs. Austin Pets Alive! APA The young cat loves to run, climb, and splash around in water, she is just as comfortable scaling heights as she is curling up in a warm lap—or even perched on your shoulder. She adores both kids and adults, is even friendly with big dogs, and other cats. "She purrs up a storm each time she's picked up," the shelter said. Lamby does need some specialist care. She came to the shelter with a tail pull injury that left her incontinent. But with a simple daily bladder expression, which is said to be easily done with no vet experience required, along with her signature washable diapers, she handles her routine like a pro, and shelter staff say it doesn't slow her down one bit. "It is kind of heartbreaking to think that she could be passed over because she needs some special care. Lamby has so much love to give, a sunny disposition and a happy temperament, and she simply needs wonderful people to share it with," the shelter said. Still waiting for her perfect person, APA! explained: "Her ideal home is someone who is patient and willing to learn how to express her. Also, a home where she can transition easily. Lambinator does well with kids and would likely do well with other furry friends. She would excel in any home with people able to open their hearts to a cat who needs just a little extra care." After the APA! team shared Lamby's story on Instagram last week, it quickly amassed thousands of comments as people rushed to send their love to the cat. "Awhh if I lived closer I would bring her home immediately," said Floreyrey. While Instagram user Msrebeccasweat commented: "My cat is obsessed with Lammies too! Hope Lamby finds a home soon!" Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want toshare? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
