Dolphin Crashes Anniversary; Therapy Dogs For Airline Passengers; Ducks Run Amok; CHP 'Puppy Pursuit' and Rescues: All in CA

Animals from all over California made headlines this week. Whether it was the rescue of ducklings or dogs, a wayward German Shepherd on the freeway during rush hour, the top names for dogs or a dog so ugly it is actually cute, Patch brought readers their stories.

Dolphin Jumps on Boat, Crashing Wedding Anniversary

• A dolphin jumped onto a couple’s boat, breaking a woman’s ankles and thrashing dangerously before it could be rescued.

Rescue in Pleasanton: Little Ducks Run Amok

• Police officials say the mama duck watched nervously as officers worked to save her babies.

Quasi Modo Wins ‘World’s Ugliest Dog’ Contest!

• The very ugly, yet very adorable, former shelter pooch from Florida takes the crown at the Sonoma-Marin Fair.

Therapy Dogs to Comfort Travelers at SFO This Weekend

• Traveling on the holiday can be stressful, the folks at United Airlines want to make the experience a bit more enjoyable.

Is Bella Beautiful? SD County Releases Top 10 Names For Dogs

• The Department of Animal Services dug into its records to find the most popular names among currently licensed dogs.

CHP in ‘Puppy Pursuit’ of German Shepherd Running Around East Bay Highways

• CHP officials turned the case over to the local animal control services.

Abused Dog Adopted By Her Rescuers

• The dog was found in what animal control officers say was a major case of cruelty.

Hawk Rescued in Pleasanton Parking Lot Returned Safely to Nest

• Sometimes there’s nothing better than going back to the nest.

Dog Rescued From Canal in Riverside

• The dog was stuck in the canal and an animal services officer was able to safely retrieve the dog.

4th of July, hot weather and animals:

Free Admission to SF Zoo for Military, Vets on 4th of July

• Visit the giraffes, penguins and hippos for free with your military ID.

Fireworks Aren’t So Festive For Your Pets

• July 4th is the busiest intake time at shelters, official said. Here are simple tips to keep your four-legged family members safe and happy.

Police Issue Heat Warning About Leaving Kids and Pets in Cars

• Livermore Police issue the warning following a weekend tragedy elsewhere in California.

Photo courtesy Pleasanton Police