When most people adopt a dog, the first thing they assume is that the pup will be very excited upon going to his new home. However, that’s not always the case, and it’s why some people are confused about their behavior. The truth is that there is nothing to worry about. When dogs spend a…
Picture this: you are just doing your job as usual when suddenly, you receive a call about a mama dog and puppies who need rescuing. Now, this is not your ordinary situation. A tornado that passed through the area made going to that location a bit dangerous because it was an abandoned house. And, there…
Out of all the jobs in the world, I think I can safely say that being a dog rescuer is up there with some of the most psychologically demanding jobs. The amount of problems you have to deal with on a daily basis can sometimes be overwhelming, especially for people who work in overcrowded shelters….
Every pup just wants a chance to live a normal life, and it’s our duty to give them that. Even if we can’t do everything ourselves, the least we can do to help is call for rescuers. This alone will do enough, as it means that the pup will go into a safe place where…
Most people react with surprise when they see a wild animal in their neighborhood or on the road. You just don’t expect to see them there. However, this can be a sign that something is wrong. Either the animal wandered too far from its habitat, or it was injured and couldn’t return home. While not…
For we dog lovers, there is nothing worse than seeing them in pain, so we always try to do at least something to help them out. It can be a simple act, like giving them food or calling for rescuers, but there are some situations where it’s a bit more complex. What this teenager tried…
We all know that dogs make our lives more fulfilling, and we always make so many precious memories with them. Even though it’s sad that they can’t stay with us longer, we carry and treasure those incredible experiences we shared with them for the rest of our lives. And, we do our best to commemorate…
Anyone who has ever worked at a shelter or has simply gone there to volunteer knows how heartbreaking it is to see lonely dogs in their kennels. You can just tell right away how sad and lonely they are. And, even when you try to help them by taking them outside for a bit, it…
It’s absolutely tragic to see dogs who have been neglected and abused so severely that they end up completely withdrawing from everyone out of fear. I mean, just what did they have to go through to have that kind of reaction to seeing other people? It’s really heartbreaking to think about. One thing that gives…
Dogs can be very sneaky when they need things from us. Sometimes, they will try their best to act polite in order to get what they want because they know it works. Sometimes, they will just look at you with puppy eyes when you eat, in hopes that you give them some food, even though…
For most dogs, grooming is usually not necessary, or it’s something that is rarely done. However, certain breeds can grow a lot of fur, and that can make it really hard for them to move. Not only that, but the excessive fur can obscure their vision, and it can even cause some health problems like…
I think daycare is a wonderful place for any dog to find playmates, and it helps them learn how to behave around other dogs. This is especially good for owners who are struggling because of work, and it helps when we can sometimes take them to a place where they enjoy themselves while we do…
We all know that dogs are fascinated by anything shiny or an object that they can play with. Show them a ball and it’s like the best thing that ever happened to them. Playing tag, eating treats, or just chewing on their toys is all that it takes to make a dog happy. They are…
I always find it hilarious when dogs play, and suddenly, one of them does something that he is not supposed to. The shocked reaction on their faces always gets me. They freeze, and then they stare at you like they are waiting for some kind of validation for what happened. Most often, nothing serious happens…
I have seen dogs being treated in incredibly horrible ways so many times now that nothing really surprises me when I see the extent of human cruelty. However, for this one example, I think I can say that I am still baffled when it comes to people and their treatment of dogs. On one hand,…
It’s always hilarious to see when animals imitate human behavior in some way. I was always shocked to see when my dog had funny reactions to certain things. We like to believe that animals are so much different from us that they can’t feel or sense some things the same way as we do. But,…
We all know that many people in this world adopt dogs when they clearly don’t want or need them, only to end up abandoning them on the streets. It’s not fair, but it happens. The world is filled with people like this, but it’s also filled with so many good people who will give these…
It’s always heartbreaking to see a dog who is so happy and full of hope suddenly lose all of that when something traumatic happens to him. Many such pups have usually lived a comfortable and sheltered life, so they are not used to dealing with all of the pain that comes afterward. The worst-case scenario…
Imagine you are just working a job at a construction site when you suddenly hear or see something that interrupts you. It’s unclear where the noise is coming from, but you are slowly narrowing it down. Shortly after, it becomes apparent that there are animals stuck somewhere on the site. You do your best to…
As someone who cares deeply about animals, it always makes me feel bad to see the negative effect we tend to have on them sometimes. Now, I am not going to say that all of us harm animals. There are certainly people who do, but there are also those who care and work tirelessly to…
Working as a rescuer who actively tries to save dogs on the street can’t be an easy job. More often than not, it takes hours to rescue these puppies. Many of them are so terrified of other people that it becomes impossible to get near them, and that’s why it’s such a tough job. When…
As someone who was a dog owner before, the one thing I always really enjoyed was seeing my pup’s reaction to getting the food he loves the most. One thing we always paid attention to was that his diet was somewhat diversified, but we also loved giving him treats. It always made him happy when…
As someone who doesn’t know much about what it’s like to work as a rescuer, I have always wondered how some shelter staff handle tough decisions like euthanasia. I can only imagine how heartbreaking it is, especially considering that the rescuers already tried to find a home for the animal, but it just didn’t work….
I always feel horrible when I see stray pups on the street who are struggling, but one thing that breaks my heart even more is seeing dogs with advanced health conditions. That’s even worse. These pups not only have to struggle with finding food and shelter, but their medical conditions make everything much harder. If…
Every once in a while, I come across a dog story that just makes my blood boil. Sometimes, it just shows how careless and cruel some people can be. There is no possible reason to explain why someone should hurt an innocent animal. They have done nothing wrong, but some people just don’t care. What…
It’s always been hilarious to see how other animals react to dogs. For some reason, a lot of them are drawn to our furry companions. Maybe it’s because they can sense that dogs are very friendly and generally just want to make friends wherever they can, or maybe it’s something else. Either way, small moments…
What makes a dog look mean is just beyond my understanding. Yet, whenever people looked at Sully, a 5-month-old Pittie, they saw this “mean, aggressive bully,” leading them to avoid him at all costs. All they really had to do was spend five minutes with him. That’s right! Five minutes is all it would have…
We all know that dogs are really big fans of their food. I mean, it’s one of the most important things in their lives. No matter how much you feed them, they will always go for more. One of the most difficult things to do in life is eating while your dog is sitting next…
I have to be honest: I don’t think I have ever heard a case of a dog being put through laboratory tests in my life. It just sounds so wrong on every level. When you really think about it, these pups have to go through so much. They don’t understand why any of it is…
One of the most heartbreaking things I saw on the street was a stray dog rummaging through trash in order to find something to eat. It’s terrible what these pups have to deal with on a daily basis. Many of them starve because they just can’t find enough food to maintain their weight. People usually…
I can’t even begin to imagine how overwhelming the job of a rescuer is. It feels like they are constantly in a rush to help an animal in need. In one moment, they are doing their best to save a dog, only to realize that there are more dogs just like that one who are…
We have talked many times about pups who are used for breeding and how such a practice can be extremely challenging and cruel for many dogs. Now I just want to talk about one thing, and it’s the pup’s emotional wellbeing because I believe people who use them don’t even realize how much damage they…
Violet didn’t need much in order to be happy. She just wanted her owners to take care of her and love her like she deserved. Sadly, her careless owners never showed her love and condemned her to years of neglect and abuse. The Goldendoodle was so covered with matted fur that she barely looked like…
Trying to help a dog who has been in a shelter can’t be an easy task for rescuers. I mean, they know that the pup is slowly getting uncomfortable, but there is little they can do. Taking them out for walks and giving them food and a comfortable space to live in does help, but…
When hosting adoption events, the one thing rescuers hope for is that every dog finds a forever home. These events usually go well, and a lot of pups find a new family. However, there are some exceptions. Pups with some sort of health issues are usually overlooked because it means that the new owners would…
As someone who was a pet owner before, I recognize the importance of letting our furry companions go out and wander around. This can be in a park or around the neighborhood. However, when we do that, accidents can happen sometimes, and they are nobody’s fault. Our pets can become a little careless and end…
When it comes to stray dogs, it’s not uncommon to see them wandering around the streets no matter where you live. In fact, it’s a universal problem, but the dogs have somewhat adapted to it, even though many of them still struggle a lot daily. However, pups who have been abandoned by their owners after…
It’s truly heartbreaking to see a blind dog being mistreated. They already have a hard time coping with everything that is happening to them. It makes it so much worse when people abuse or abandon them. This poor pup went through the same thing. He was abandoned and left at a shelter in Nevada. His…
If there is one thing that I always love reading, it’s rescue stories that have a happy ending. The stories where an overlooked stray pup gets a second chance are my favorite. There is just something wholesome in knowing that a struggling pup was able to overcome all odds after a long time and finally…
Anyone who was a dog owner at some point in their life knows that dogs are very social and they tend to enjoy spending most of their time playing with humans or other pups. It’s their favorite thing to do. I am sure that if they could spend the entire day just running around and…
One thing that I always wondered was what it was like to live in Florida. News and internet videos make it seem like living life on the extreme. People are portrayed as really tough for being able to handle the wildlife that “constantly” wanders around the neighborhood. The stories and videos of alligators going in…
Being a police officer is not a simple job. During the day, you can be surprised by things you never even expected in life. It’s a job that comes with many hardships and responsibilities, and it’s by no means an easy job. However, there are occasions when that is different. There have been cases where…
When I see people on the streets who are rude, I usually give them the benefit of the doubt. Maybe it’s just their bad day, and they aren’t normally like that. Life is complicated, and sometimes we just lose control. However, certain things are just inexcusable, no matter how you look at it. When I…
For many owners, it’s unimaginable to see our dogs scared of something. The moment something like that happens, we just want to comfort them and give them a big hug. Well, some pups aren’t that lucky. They will end up getting adopted, believing that they have found the perfect home only to realize their owner…
For rescuers, seeing a stray dog who is very fearful of humans is not an uncommon sight. In fact, this is how most pups react first when someone approaches them. Most of the time, their fear exists because they have been let down by other humans in the past, and they are having a hard…
It’s pretty common to see stray dogs who are willing to go into someone’s yard and politely ask for food. In fact, it’s the only way they can survive. They understand that they can’t just go on someone’s property and make themselves at home. This is usually how they get in trouble. And, this is…
Stormy weather can cause many problems for animals. A lot of them don’t know how to handle it, and they end up losing their shelter because of it. It doesn’t matter if it’s a stray animal or a wild one; these tragic events affect them all the same, and they all need help afterward, but…
Adopting a dog with a disability is definitely one of the most noble things a person can do. A pup who is struggling with a medical problem that he can’t solve is just tragic. However, what can make all the difference is whether or not they get a chance to live a fulfilling life. A…
Imagine this: you are just working a job at a construction site. Everything is going as it should, and you decide to go to another room. As you are doing it, you notice something odd in the corner of the room. You go to get a closer look, and you witness a shocking sight. Somebody…
There is nothing more depressing to see as a rescuer than a sweet dog who can’t find a home. A lot of the time, it’s for no particular reason. Sometimes, people are not interested in adopting dogs that are older than a few months, or they dislike certain breeds because of stereotypes associated with them….