Animal Hero Creates Thousands Of Cozy Beds For Stray Animals Using Old, Abandoned Tires

Mar 01, 2019 by apost team

It’s true that not all heroes wear capes, and Amarildo Silva is a shining example of this notion. Silva, a 23-year-old visionary with an aptitude for innovation, lives in the heart of Brazil where poverty and refuse run the streets.

An eco-friendly animal activist, Silva saw an opportunity to rid the streets of waste and provide refuge to abandoned animals after stumbling upon discarded tires. Silva’s long had a penchant for turning recyclable items into reusable objects, so his undertaking proved a cinch.

After mulling over some concepts, Silva devised a novel idea: he could turn the recycled tires into beds for homeless animals.

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Putting his creativity and innate smarts to use, Silva successfully morphed the battered tire into a livable home for stray dogs and cats. The process only took about 40 minutes, and he was thoroughly impressed with his ingenuity.

Since embarking on this venture, Silva's received 6,000 tires through donations, bulk purchases, and collection efforts. His noble mission has gained so much traction that individuals are willing to pay him for his tire-to-pet-bed creations. Having won substantial support from the public, Silva was able to create his own business dubbed Cãominhas Pets.

Silva now offers personalized bed options that include colorful designs, names, and bedding. What started as a Good Samaritan deed has now snowballed into a profitable business concept. Before earning his stripes as a self-made entrepreneur, Silva was working an unfulfilling job as a grocery store attendant.

Has Silva’s story inspired you to take the plunge and pursue your dreams? What are some ways you could use your inherent talents to better the world? Let us know in the comments below.