Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Heartwarming (and Heartbreaking) Stories of Tornado Victims and Their Animals

by Dashiell Bennett:                            In addition to the tragic loss of life and widespread damage to homes and businesses, the tornadoes that hit Oklahoma this week have also taken a heavy toll on the area's animals. Thousands of local residents have pets that were killed or lost, possibly forever, while livestock and even wild animals have also been affected by the storm. The Orr Family Farm, a local horse farm, took a direct hit to its stables that may have killed as many as 100 of their horses. For them, the animals are more than just companions, they're a business and a family's livelihood. A website has already been set up to help reunite lost pets with their owners...Continue reading...

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