Rover to the Rescue

Ever wish that your dog or cat could do a little bit more for you than sleep, eat and lick itself? Well, some animals can. Lately, a few--tame and wild--have made news by giving back and changing lives. Take a peep at these philanthropets, which have proved to be truly man's best friends.

CAT CALLS Tommy's elderly owner tried to teach him to speed-dial 911. He didn't know if it had worked until he fell last month, and the cat rang for help

BIRD AS A WIRE According to the London papers, Chris Taylor learned the name of his girlfriend's secret...

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