Mary Schwager           "Watchdog Mary"

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WatchdogMary TV and print journalist now watchdogging for animals. Honored to have won 13 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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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 ❤

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Disabled Pup Gets Perfect Pink Wheelchair Just For Him

Now he just needs a forever home in time for the holidays 🎁 🐶

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Rescue Kitten Is Obsessed With His New Mom's Roomba

“I don’t even know if he realized he was actually moving across the floor.”

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Deaf Dog Chained For Years Can't Stop Kissing The Woman Who Saved Him

“When I first read that he was deaf and communicated using sign language, I thought that won’t be a problem, I usually talk using my hands all the time" ❤️

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Dog Went Missing While Her Dad Rescued Hurricane Victims — And This Woman Just Found Her

“She had a huge smile on her face. She kept wagging her tail, she was so happy.”

On the Farm

People Rush To Rescue Steer From Neck-Deep Mud During Hurricane

“He just knew we were there to help him, not to hurt him. We’re so glad he’s part of our community.”

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Guy Drives Toward Hurricane To Rescue Animals In Its Path

“I didn’t really think — I just figured someone needed to help them.”

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Dog Who Disappeared After Car Crash Is So Excited To Reunite With His Mom

She did everything she could to find him — and even rented a helicopter to search from the air.