Jerry Lee 2024
Emerging Hero and Shelter
Jerry Lee, once known only as Animal ID A607093, was a stray who had endured unimaginable hardship. When Animal Control in Texas found him, he couldn’t walk and was at risk of euthanasia. Thankfully, Jerry Lee was given a second chance. This wasn’t an easy rescue given Jerry Lee had a torn eye, one of […]
Cal 2024
Emerging Hero and Shelter
Cal’s journey from a war-torn village in Ukraine to a loving home in Hilton Head Island is a heartwarming tale of resilience and dedication. Jeff, a pet groomer and longtime animal volunteer, first met Cal in 2023 while volunteering with an organization helping animals in Ukraine. Cal, a young pup who had lost everything in […]
Lieutenant Dan 2024
Emerging Hero and Shelter
Rescued in 2018 at just 5 months old, Lieutenant Dan was born with a severe deformity of his hind limbs and tail. Despite his unique challenges, his loving adopters saw beyond his medical needs. With his birth defect deemed too severe to correct, the decision was made to amputate his hind limbs and tail. The […]
Penny 2024
Emerging Hero and Shelter
In 2020, a dog was found who had been thrown from a car and left on the side of the road. The poor dog, later named Penny, had suffered severe injuries, including a crushed pelvis and multiple broken legs. A non-profit rescue stepped in to help Penny, who had endured days of agony from abuse […]
Tank 2024
Emerging Hero and Shelter
North Collier Fire Department needed a new way to reach children during the Covid pandemic when school visits were off-limits. Thus, the animated series “Frank & Tank” was born, featuring Firefighter Frank and his K9 sidekick, Tank. The series covers various fire safety topics and virtual tours of fire stations and as it gained popularity, […]
