heroic dog stories

A black bear and a Jack Russell terrier. – Photo credit: via Pexels and Pexels

Joy, Pets

A woman was attacked by a bear but her terrier’s ‘ninja moves’ may have saved her life

Tod Perry

9/13/2022
Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Family, Modern Families, Motherhood

Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

Sarah Watts

2/11/2026