When Animals Become Real Life Heroes
There is nothing that compares to the unconditional love of an animal. These furry creatures can bring happiness to a sick child, provide companionship for the elderly or even save someone's life.
There are many wonderful stories about animals saving lives...even at the expense of their own life.
From tales of a hero cat, a hero dog and even a hero gorilla - animals saving lives have been documented all over the world. Some of these amazing animal heroes acts have even been caught on tape and seen all around the world on Youtube.
This lens is to recognize and honour these wonderful animal heroes.
Contents at a Glance
- Binti Jua - Gorilla Saves Boy
- Actual Footage of Binti Jua's Amazing Rescue
- 911 Hero Dog - Trakr
- The Unsung Heroes of 911
- Hero Cat Saves Family From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
- Golden Retriever Performs Heimlich Maneuver
- Brave Norman - Blind Yellow Lab Saves Child
- Brave Norman - Children's Book
- Oinking for Help - LuLu the Heroic Pig
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Do you know an animal that has saved a life?
Binti Jua - Gorilla Saves Boy
Binti Jua is a famous Western lowland gorilla known for displaying an incredible act of animal altruism.On August 16, 1996, a three-year-old boy fell 18 feet into the gorilla enclosure at the Brookfield zoo. The child was lying unconscious when Binti Jua picked him up and protectively cradled him into her arms. Binti Jua gently carried him to the zookeeper's door, where the child could be rescued.
Binti Jua had her 17-month-old baby, Koola, clutched to her back throughout the incident.
The boy spent four days in the hospital and recovered fully.
Photo Source: Brookfield Zoo
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Actual Footage of Binti Jua's Amazing Rescue
911 Hero Dog - Trakr
Trakr, the German Shepard rescue dog who was credited with locating the last human survivor of 9/11, was recently cloned. Trakr's owner was presented today with four identical clones of Trakr, who sadly passed away in April.James Symington (Trakr's owner) is a retired Canadian police officer who took part in the rescue operation after the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks in New York City.
The dogs were given to Symington by BioArts International after he entered an essay contest in 2008 in which he explained why Trakr was worthy of cloning.
Trakr is a true hero dog, and his legacy will live on through these treasured pups.
Image: flickr/daniela.magallon
The Unsung Heroes of 911
- Bob Sessions, rescue worker, Federal Emergency Management Agency
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byHero Cat Saves Family From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Winnie saved the lives of her family when a gasoline-powered water pump in their basement caused an odorless but deadly gas to fill the house.Winnie jumped on her owners bed and started to jump, nudge and meow relentlessly as the house filled with fumes. Winnie's meows were wild like screams. The couple's 14 year-old-son was unconscious.
Because of Winnie's persistence, 911 was called and the family was treated and survived. Eric and Cathy Keesling are grateful that their 14-year-old cat, Winnie, saved their lives.
Golden Retriever Performs Heimlich Maneuver
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Toby, a 2-year-old Golden Retriever received the ASPCA Dog of the Year Award after saving his owner's life. Debbie Parkhurst was choking on a piece of apple. Toby jumped on her chest, which dislodged a piece of apple that was stuck in her throat.
Brave Norman - Blind Yellow Lab Saves Child
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Anette adopted Norman from the pound. He was a blind Golden Lab and and a true animal hero. Because he was blind, Norman could only safely run free on the beach. Anette would often walk Norman along the beach.
One day, as Annette and Norman were walking along the beach and Norman could hear someone crying out for help.. A young girl had been swimming with her brother and got caught in the strong current. Norman swam toward the girl, and pulled her back to the shore. Norman is a true animal hero. This wonderful story has been published into a children's book called "Brave Norman".
Brave Norman - Children's Book
Brave Norman : A True Story
Amazon Price: $3.99 (as of 07/10/2009) 
Oinking for Help - LuLu the Heroic Pig
JoAnn was taking care of her daughters potbellied pig named Lulu. JoAnn suffered a major heart attack while she was watching Lulu. She cried for help, but no one could hear her. Lulu knew that Joann was in trouble and ran out of the house. The pig laid down in the middle of the street and stopped all traffic. Lulu tried relentlessly to get help. Lulu would return to the house to check on JoAnn, and then return to the street searching for someone to help. Finally, someone noticed Lulu and followed her to the door. JoAnn was rushed to the hospital and she survived. Without Lulu's help, JoAnn might not be here today. Lulu the potbellied pig is a well known animal hero.
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Posted June 24, 2009
mukunda22 wrote...
Yes!! Wonderful!!
Did you ever hear of the elephants that carried the European tourists to their safety during the dreaded Tsunomi??
Thank you for your stories here!! A fascinating topic!
Posted June 22, 2009
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