James Davis

It’s no surprise that a caring pet owner would do anything for their four-legged friend. Still, a few stories manage to strike a deeper chord, …

Dogs are not meant to be breeding machines. Far too often, irresponsible backyard breeders ignore this truth. Rather than protecting these innocent animals, they use …

Just because a dog appears big and imposing doesn’t mean it doesn’t feel fear. In fact, giant dogs can be just as deeply affected by …

Gaining a dog’s trust isn’t an easy job. And gaining the trust of a dog let down once before is, at times. a mission impossible! …

Being close to loved ones is one of life’s greatest joys, and the same is true for dogs. For puppies especially, staying with their mom …

Donna Lochmann and her colleagues at a Missouri rescue are no strangers to complicated rescues. So, when the phone rang the other day about a …

Remember the nerves and uncertainty of sending your pup off to daycare for the very first time? I sure do! Recently, it was Bauer’s turn …

Baloo is the kind of pup who steals your heart the moment you meet him. There’s no need for introductions or warm-ups, he’s pure love …

Thanks to thousands of volunteers driven by pure love for dogs, our four-legged friends in shelters get to see the light of day. Literally! Every …

Luck. Many dogs don’t have it. Yet, it’s so important, sometimes even crucial, for their well-being.  Lucky, a Labrador Retriever rescued from a high-euthanasia shelter …

As parents who also love their pets, we hope our kids and animals will form a special bond. There’s nothing quite like watching them grow …

For many dogs living in shelters, a day away with a volunteer can feel like their one taste of joy and freedom. Their joy while …

Our furry companions often rely on instinct to cope with trauma. When they’ve been hurt or abused, rebuilding trust takes time, no matter how compassionate …

It may sound unlikely, but Los Angeles has a new internet sensation—and he’s small, spotted, and undeniably lovable. Meet Cosmo, the tiny puppy discovered alone …

You think you know someone, and then you learn you’ve been living a lie the whole time… What a shock! This is exactly what happened …

As humans, we often form quick opinions based on appearances—even when it comes to dogs. While that might seem harmless, it can sometimes lead to …

To me, every dog is special — regardless of breed. I’m pretty sure most dog owners feel the same. We live life side by side …

Let’s be honest… who hasn’t pretended to be under the weather at least once? Maybe it was to skip a dull class or avoid an …

They say dogs and kids have a unique bond, one that doesn’t compare to anything else. And guess what? They’re completely right! One of the …

Sometimes we form perceptions about our dog’s future appearance, and they turn out to be different from what we expected. But, here’s the thing: in …

Imagine the shock of seeing your dog years after being told she had passed away. So many questions swirl in your mind…Where was she all …

Police dogs never cease to amaze. Beyond their impressive training, there’s an emotional depth to their work: devotion, bravery, and pure-hearted loyalty that’s nothing short …

There’s no greater reward for a dog rescuer than witnessing a once-neglected pup flourish into a completely new dog. Seeing them embrace a second chance …

I’ve always been fond of the saying, “A dog recognizes its owner from a mile away.” That phrase came to life for me recently when …

When Aria and Grace Keilbach, sisters from Colorado, relocated to Saipan years ago, they did not expect how much their lives would change. They came …

Dogs’ pleas for adoption go unheard, only reaching those who stumble upon them directly. For this reason, compassionate rescuers with established communities do their best …

How do you walk away from your loyal companion? Even after saying goodbye, does that ache ever really go away? These were the thoughts that …

No animal should have to endure neglect. Sadly, this is the heartbreaking reality for thousands of dogs who spend their lives chained up, far from …

Sometimes, even in the most heartbreaking cases of abandonment, there’s a spark of hope waiting to be uncovered—and Rome is the perfect example of that. …

When it comes to adopting a dog, there’s one golden rule that every new pet parent should follow: always give your pup time to settle …

DNA testing your dog is solid and relevant — until it’s not. Picture it: you’ve just rescued a dog from a shelter, been told he’s …

Every time I see a dog pull off something extraordinary, I come to one conclusion: our four-legged friends are truly brilliant!  And no, I’m not …

It’s hard to believe, but many dogs still fall into the hands of careless owners, just like Linda did. After spending her entire life confined …

Four years back, the Johnson family welcomed a scrappy little puppy named Sadie into their lives. She had been cruelly abandoned with her littermates at …

Imagine living in your house without knowing what lies beneath. Then, suddenly, you hear distant, eerie barks coming right through the floorboards and have no …

Imagine pulling into a McDonald’s drive thru, only to spot a small dog sitting by the order window. He isn’t there for fun or tagging …

Owning a dog, you never expect it to be hard and uncertain, but rather joyful. However, there are times, those defining moments that are often …

As a dog rescuer, the thing that stuck with me the most was spending time with euthanasia-listed dogs…and not in a positive way. I mean, …

Nothing shatters a dog’s spirit quite like being cast aside by the family that once loved her. Picture this: you’ve spent your entire life in …

At overcrowded high-euthanasia shelters, most dogs are never given a fair shot at life. With limited resources, animals in need are often overlooked and rarely …

You never really know when your dog is going to completely surprise you—or leave you totally speechless! But honestly, isn’t that part of the magic? …

While most dogs take a while to get used to a new environment, some pups just know: “This is it! This is where I belong!”  …

If there’s one thing every dog owner hopes to give their pup, it’s a life filled with safety, comfort, and love. We do our best …

Unlike humans, many of our canine companions don’t get to choose how they spend their days.  Shelter pups live by the clock, on strict, limited …

For four long years, Chapo’s life was marked by pain and neglect. His cruel owner kept him chained up in a yard in Houston, Texas, …

When it comes to choosing between your pet and other major life decisions, the choice is often clear. Our four-legged friends are a part of …

Are you the kind of dog parent who, thanks to a flexible work schedule, gets to hang out with your pup all day, every day? …

It was a cold, wintry day in rural Missouri when a passerby spotted something strange—an odd, repetitive movement coming from a nearby pile of trash. …

Senior dogs are the soul and heart of every shelter. Typically mellow, affectionate, and all about cozy cuddles and sunbathing, they often make ideal pets. …

One thing is for sure: no matter how resilient, brave, and well-trained our four-legged friends are, they cannot persist in the wilderness without our help…at …