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|In: Terrier Dog|Last Updated:
Pit bulls assault, kill pet in Charlotte NC community

Lance Riley and Tara Storniolo-Riley are mourning the loss of their 15-year-old terrier mix named Buddy, left, after it was attacked and ultimately killed by two unleashed pit bulls. Their beagle, Lou, right, did not get attacked.

Lance Riley and Tara Storniolo-Riley are mourning the loss of their 15-year-outdated terrier mix named Buddy, remaining, after it was attacked and eventually killed by two unleashed pit bulls. Their beagle, Lou, right, did not get attacked.

Lance and Tara Storniolo-Riley

Lance Riley and Tara Storniolo-Riley’s 2-12 months-previous Yorkie, Roxy, does not go previous the entrance porch of their dwelling any more just after witnessing her older brother get mauled to demise by other puppies in their south Charlotte community a 7 days back.

“I truly have to pull tiny Roxy off of the porch to get her to go pee,” Tara said. “She does not even want to go away, and strolling was like her beloved point to do.”

The Rileys misplaced a family members member on June 16 when Buddy, their 15-calendar year-outdated terrier mix, was attacked by two pit bulls through a stroll close to their Beverly

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Palm Beach County animal rescue founder fighting for her life seeks help from community

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Bobbi Miller has dedicated her life to animals for as long as she can remember.

“I’d be dragging home anything from snakes to injured birds,” she said.

Her work culminated with the creation of her non-profit animal rescue organization, “CHESED”, in 2004.

Chesed is the Hebrew word for loving-kindness, the same approach Miller said she takes towards animals.

“I’ve always wanted to do something with the philosophy chesed,” said Miller, “which means helping someone or something that can’t help themselves and expecting nothing in return.”

Since it began, the group has helped place thousands of animals into loving homes, and in that time Miller has gained a close group of friends.

“People have gone above and beyond and showed love and friendship I never would’ve thought I’d deserve,” said Miller.

She gained friends like Joni Garvin who has trouble putting into words what makes Miller

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