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Mary Schwager "Watchdog Mary"

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WatchdogMary TV and print journalist now watchdogging for animals. Honored to have won 16 Emmy, 7 Edward R. Murrow and Associated Press awards for investigative reporting & writing. I love tips, send me your story ideas! www.watchdogmary.com

Articles by Mary Schwager "Watchdog Mary"

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Sweet Dog Has Been Waiting 3 Years In Shelter For A Family

“He’s not accepting that fate. He wants to go home" ❤️️

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Woman Drives Dog 1,300 Miles Home To Find Owner No Longer Wants Her

"I love her more than words can say.”

On the Farm

Rescued Baby Cow Loves To Sleep In The Dog Bed

“I’ve heard people say that the love of a cow is the best thing ever.”

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Little Puppy Found With Mouth Taped Shut Thanks The Man Who Saved Him

“I was awestruck because I didn't think he remembered me” 🤗💕

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Sweet 14-Year-Old Shelter Dog Gets Adopted Just In Time For Christmas

Her old family had dropped her off right before the holidays 💔

In the Wild

These Seals Keep Getting Eels Stuck Up Their Noses

No one knows exactly why it's happening 😮

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Dog Waited Outside School Every Morning Until Someone Helped Him

“He was sitting right outside the main door, and his tail started thumping when he saw me."

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Neglected Dog Transforms After Having 6 Pounds Of Mats Removed

“He is the worst dog I've ever seen like that. We wanted to give him a happy life.”

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Girl Falls In Love With Shelter Dog — Then Decides She Has To Save More

She's only 12 years old and has saved almost 100 dogs 👏👏👏

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Dog Was So Scared At Shelter He Couldn't Stop Shaking

His video went viral — and helped him find the best new home ❤