Iram Sharma

For many people around the world, there is no greater joy than helping a dog in need. Rescuers rarely anticipate anything in return, since knowing …

For many people, this season is filled with joy and celebration. Sadly, for others, and for far too many animals, it can also bring hardship …

For many dogs, separation from the people they love is unbearable. Yet being left behind without warning, forced to wonder why, is even more devastating. …

When Pita, a very pregnant dog, arrived at a Los Angeles shelter, the staff realized they couldn’t provide her with the care she needed. The …

Out of all the places in the United States, Orange County, California, stands out for its compassion toward animals. Residents regularly step in to help …

Animal rescuers are truly remarkable individuals who dedicate their time and energy to saving animals in need, often putting themselves in risky situations to do …

There’s nothing quite as heartwarming as a shelter dog finally finding a forever home. However, when that same dog is returned just days later, the …

Dogs that have experienced abandonment never forget the people who help heal their wounded hearts. Cash, a deaf Great Dane, bore deep emotional scars after …

Karenlynn Stracher is a seasoned wildlife rescuer who never hesitates to step in when an animal’s safety is at stake, regardless of the risks involved. …

All dogs should begin their lives with compassion and safety. Sadly, some experience the opposite and face harshness from the very moment they enter the …

What never ceases to amaze me about dogs is how simple their happiness is. A warm home, delicious meals, someone to love, and a bit …

Dogs, much like humans, experience deep sorrow when they lose a loved one. Recovery can take weeks or months, and even then, patience, reassurance, and …

While driving through an orchard in Fresno, California, a compassionate driver was met with an alarming sight that made him stop in his tracks.  There, …

When Nina Love, an experienced rescuer based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, received a message about a dog that had been abandoned in a park situated close …

Each day, many people pass by stray or abandoned dogs without offering help. But one compassionate mailman from St. Louis showed how a simple act …

Unfortunately, seeing stray dogs battling for survival on city streets is all too common. Lacking food, shelter, and affection, many of these innocent animals endure …

It’s hard to imagine the confusion dogs experience when they are suddenly thrust from a familiar, loving home into the chaotic environment of a shelter.  …

Among the many stories about dogs, the ones involving mothers and their lost litters carry a particular ache.  Puppies are so fragile, their entire existence …

For Donna Lochmann, the chief life-saving officer in Missouri, rescuing animals is not just a job; it’s a true calling. Seven years ago, while driving …

When a dog is abandoned or forced to survive alone on the streets, every day becomes a battle to stay alive. This harsh reality often …

When a man noticed something strange floating in the debris of a swollen river in San Diego, California, he quickly realized it was an animal …

Sometimes life brings two souls together exactly when they need each other most.  For Roo, a small black dog abandoned under the scorching Georgia sun, …

Jacqui and her husband never expected their honeymoon to involve a rescue. Yet fate placed them in the right place at the right time. As …

At first glance, no one would ever guess he is older than a year. Yet the truth about Ziggy tells a very different story. Ziggy, …

What was meant to be a carefree day full of sunshine, play, and joy became one of loneliness for a gentle dog named Corn Flakes. …

Imagine an owner realizing they can no longer care for their dog and making the responsible choice to bring him to a shelter. That single …

Most people would struggle to fall back asleep after being startled awake by an unexpected noise in the middle of the night. The mind races, …

In animal rescue, chance often plays a crucial role in whether a vulnerable animal is noticed and helped. Stray dogs sometimes end up in remote …

It is difficult to imagine how many dogs never have the chance to reveal their true personalities before their time runs out. For Mulan, a …

Encounters with abandoned dogs are often heartbreaking. Many are malnourished, frightened, and worn down from surviving in harsh conditions, relying only on scraps and luck. …

The joy that a dog brings into a human life is often beyond words. Yet, before reaching that joy, there are moments of hardship that …

Dog abuse is sadly nothing new, yet it continues to break our hearts every time. Maya is not only an example of cruelty. She represents …

A shelter is never where a dog truly belongs, and most people understand that. Unfortunately, not every pup is lucky enough to spend life in …

Rescuing stray animals is rarely straightforward, and Donna Lochmann from Stray Rescue of St. Louis, Missouri, knows this better than most. With more than two …

Sarah Foster, a Houston, Texas resident, had always loved dogs. But her connection to them deepened after she began pet-sitting for a friend. That experience …

Seeing an animal in pain is one of the hardest things a person can witness. Sadly, too many people turn away, forgetting that animals rely …

Every dog owner believes their pup is one of a kind. For Anise Tooley and her boyfriend, Greg Fucich, from Mississippi, that couldn’t be more …

When dogs are subjected to long-term neglect, they often develop fear-based behaviors, unsure if they can trust anyone again. Still, there are some dogs whose …

The work of animal rescuers is often unseen, yet their dedication to saving dogs is truly remarkable. These individuals possess immense courage and compassion as …

Why do so many black Pit Bulls get overlooked? Is it their color, their breed, or something else entirely? Unfortunately, this pattern is all too …

Every shelter worker knows how much their dogs long for a forever family. Each pup dreams of a warm home filled with love, and none …

Finding a permanent home for an older shelter dog is often a challenge. Many adopters gravitate toward puppies, and while that’s understandable, it doesn’t mean …

If dogs could speak, many would likely share the same heartfelt wish, to be part of a family that loves them without condition. Dogs live …

A small dog limped slowly through the middle of a busy California street, struggling to dodge cars as she tried to find safety. Despite being …

One of the most difficult challenges faced by animal shelter workers is ensuring that every dog finds a home where they are genuinely understood and …

Every year, more dogs find themselves surrendered to shelters, and the situation only continues to worsen. With limited resources and overcrowded facilities, many shelters struggle …

It’s not often that wild animals are seen wandering through city streets, but for many, urban life is just as dangerous as the wilderness. Beneath …

In St. Louis, Missouri, stray animals often face harsh realities and uncertain futures. Thankfully, the dedicated team at Stray Rescue of St. Louis (SRSL) is …

Willow, a small and fragile dog, was discovered curled up in a roadside ditch, too weak to move. Her body was marked by severe neglect …

Few things are more painful than seeing a dog whose entire existence has been reduced to breeding. These animals often endure harsh conditions, receive little …