Meet Animal Heroes!

Hi readers,

Today I had the honour of attending the 2014 Purina Animal Hall of Fame ceremony at the Paws Way in Toronto. All the animals you are about to meet are heroes because they helped save lives.

Here we go!

First, here’s Kyra and Jake (pictured in the frame) from Peterborough, ON. These two hero dogs distracted a black bear so their owner, Lynn, could call for help. Hurray for Kyra and Jake!

Here is Rocky from Fort Saskatchewan, AB. Rocky and his owner, Adam, helped rescue two young sisters who fell in a river. Good job, Rocky!

Meskie the cat is from Little Shemogue, NB. She’s a hero because she alerted her owner, Chryl, that her house was on fire. Super kitty!

Last but not least, here is a picture of Quanto, who was a great Police Service Dog for the Edmonton police. A true hero!

If you are in the Toronto area, you can check out the Paws Way and the Purina Animal Hall of Fame to learn more about these amazing animal heroes.

Do you have a message for one of these awesome animals? Leave a comment below!

Mandy, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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World Penguin Day

Hi readers,

Today must be the cutest day of the year — it’s World Penguin Day!

What isn’t to love about these amazing animals?

Check out this video all about baby penguins.

What I love about penguins is how they take care of each other and work together to stay warm. I also love they way they waddle walk.

What do you love about penguins?

 

– Ashley, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

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Happy National Dolphin Day!

Hi readers,

Today is National Dolphin Day. These magnificent creatures aren’t only cool to look at, they’re extremely intelligent, too!

Here are a few fun facts about dolphins:

• They like to travel, play and hunt for fish in groups.
• Dolphins hold their breath underwater. They inhale air through their blowhole at the water’s surface.
• Dolphins can’t smell. Although, they do have amazing eyesight!
• Dolphins communicate through sounds and whistles.

Check out the video below to see some dolphins swimming in the ocean!

Talk to you later!
Melissa, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

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Mad for Manatees!

Hi readers,

I am looking forward to this Wednesday because it is Manatee Appreciation Day! Here are 3 cool facts about these large and gentle animals:

1. Manatees are also called sea cows. The nickname “sea cow” comes from the fact that they love eating sea plants all day long!
2. Even though manatees live in the water, they are related to elephants and hyraxes.
3. Manatees live in shallow waters. They can be found in North America from Florida to Brazil, the Amazon River and some rivers in Africa.

What do you love about manatees?

Have a great day!

Mandy, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

 

 

 

 

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Happy International Polar Bear Day

Hey readers!

Today is International Polar Bear Day!

Here are some fun polar bear facts:

• Polar bears use their large front paws to swim forward and steer with their back legs.
• Polar bears actually have black skin under their fur, which attracts the sun’s rays.
• Polar bears are the largest breed of bear.

Polar Bears International is asking for your help to keep polar bears safe by reducing carbon emissions.

Here are some ways you can get involved!

• Ask your parents to turn down the thermostat to reduce energy.
• Try to reduce energy as much as possible throughout the year.
• Spread the word on how you’re helping the polar bears so others can get involved, too!

Click here for more information about International Polar Bear Day.

Melissa, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

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