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Doggone Departure from Knoxville, WBIR 10

Written by Erin Donovan (Special thank you to Erin and WBIR for your continued support of Pilots N Paws) Photos: Courtesy of Erin Donovan, WBIR I got a text early this morning saying that a pilot was taking off from Jackson, Tennessee with a three-legged beagle and he was ready for our bushel of basset [...]

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From injured in the streets to flying in a Hawker!

From injured in the streets to flying in a Hawker!

Westchester was found in the streets of the Bronx, nearly dead, with open wounds through to the bone of both of his back legs. They were grossly infected. His ribs were protruding and his head was skeletal .He could barely walk. His rescuers were determined not to lose him. Air Twiga Animal Rescue and Pilots [...]

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Zachary Tackles 6 Dogs

Zachary Tackles 6 Dogs

It was a busy week for Zachary Bryson. Story Number 1: Skipper is a border collie that was rescued from the Wichita Humane Society. His final destination of transport was Torrance Airport, CA, but it turns our his trip would take quite a few detours. Skipper was transported from Wichita, KS to Albuquerque (ABQ) during the [...]

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PNP book, “Dog Is My Copilot” by Patrick Regan ready for pre-order!

PNP book, “Dog Is My Copilot” by Patrick Regan ready for pre-order!

Pilots N Paws book arriving this June—pre-order your copy today! It’s not quite on approach yet…but the wait is almost over! Author Patrick Regan reports that Dog Is My Copilot, his new book that recounts the founding of PNP and takes readers along on 25 life-saving rescue missions, will be available in stores on June [...]

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Pilots N Paws: Rescue Pets Take Flight TIME.com

Pilots N Paws: Rescue Pets Take Flight TIME.com

TIME.com profiles the story of “Charlie” “Charlie” was saved from death more then once.  He was believed to have been used to train fighting dogs, a terrible plight for this sweet dog, and next found himself in a kill shelter.   Thanks to caring rescue volunteers and four pilots who worked together to fly him to find [...]

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More on the Alabama 18 !

Ala. dogs on special flight to new home Updated: Friday, 16 Mar 2012, 10:01 PM CDT Published : Friday, 16 Mar 2012, 1:56 PM CDT Paige Malone BAY MINETTE, Ala. (WALA) – A plane took off from the Bay Minette Airport Friday with some very special cargo; seven dogs that were saved from death row [...]

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Colley’s Flight to FREEDOM! Thank You Pilot Jim Dwyer!

Colley’s Flight to FREEDOM! Thank You Pilot Jim Dwyer!

BIG SALUTE to wonderful Pilot N Paws pilot, Jim Dwyer, who flew sweet Colley yesterday from Bainbridge, GA to the Lakeland SPCA in Lakeland, FL (thanks Patt). HUGS to Beth for getting her to the airport on time. YOU are ALL soooo appreciated! Especially by the future owners of ALL these special babies! We appreciate [...]

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Pet program helps rescue shelter overcrowding Alabama’s NBC13

One more story to share highlighting pilots Todd and Mary Brooks along with connecting pilots Ed Golly and Nancy Swanner.  It was a great day for these pups heading out to find their forever homes!  Meredith Armstrong | Alabama’s 13 Published: March 16, 2012 Updated: March 16, 2012 – 3:29 PM » 0 Comments | [...]

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Huffington Post: Pilots N Paws Nonprofit Grants Dying Man’s Wish To Have His Dog By His Side

Huffington Post: Pilots N Paws Nonprofit Grants Dying Man’s Wish To Have His Dog By His Side

Story by: David Lohr  davidlohr@davidlohr.net A cancer-stricken Florida man’s dying wish to be reunited with his dog one last time was fulfilled by an animal rescue group last week. Roger “Rod” Calvert, a 57-year-old former Marine, wanted a chance to say goodbye to his 7-year-old yellow Labrador, Bailey. There was just one problem — about [...]

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Trigger….the Journey Home…….

The video says it all!  There were many people involved who made this happen as you will see by watching the story of Trigger. Thank you to our soldiers for your selfless commitment to protecting our country and also for caring about the animals who need us no matter where they may be…….Welcome Home Trigger!  [...]

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