Mila Kirsten

A volunteer at Stray Rescue of St. Louis, a shelter in Missouri, was taking a shelter dog for a walk when they noticed something that …

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult moments in life. It is when our hearts break into a million pieces upon realizing …

Earlier this year, officers from the Dallas Police Department found a very young animal huddled next to a dumpster on their regular patrol duty in …

If there is one thing that every dog wants in this world, it’s to feel safe and comfortable near their owners. Even though that is …

To refer to Bruce’s life as a nightmare would be an understatement. The adorable Golden Retriever lived in a dirty, rundown shed in Indiana for …

Tim and Victoria, a wonderful couple from New York, developed a deep affection for Golden Retrievers and wanted to welcome a dog of this breed …

Norman and Francis shivered with cold after heartless people abandoned them in a canal in Louisiana, a common place for dumping animals because they can’t …

It’s just awful thinking what stray dogs have to go through in their life. Just recently, I saw a pup who looked like he was …

Owning a dog or a puppy is such a blessing and many people know that from their own experience.  Phill, who lives in Charlotte, North …

Fievel was found on the streets of North Carolina and brought to a shelter. The staff scanned him to check for a microchip and found …

A Florida homeowner named Lizette was eager to enjoy working in her garden, completely oblivious to the fact that her plans were about to take …

Demi is a true example of resilience and strength. This brave mama dog struggled on California streets and fought to keep her puppies safe and …

A Good Samaritan was driving down a road in Tulsa, Oklahoma, oblivious to the heartwrenching scene that they were about to stumble upon. As they …

Only Choco knows the hardships he went through before a kind-hearted family found him on the streets of New York and brought him home. The …

Every day, fewer people truly live in love for other beings, especially the helpless ones. The result is numerous abandoned animals, many of which have …

Gandalf was a devoted dog to his family for fourteen years. He gave them all his love and believed that they would stay by his …

When Freddy, a six-month-old Golden Retriever puppy, went missing in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, his family was devastated. They missed their pup and hoped to have him …

Adding a new puppy to the family is an exciting time. From the way they look to the things they do – it’s simply irresistible.  …

Dogs are known troublemakers. However, unlike most humans, many of them don’t realize that what they are doing sometimes is going to cause problems. To …

When Chilaquile was rescued and brought to Ventura County Animal Services in Camarillo, California, she felt scared and overwhelmed. The adorable Heeler cowered in corners, …

Helpless and terrified… That’s how Pluto, the hero of this story, felt after he was hit by a car and left to perish on a …

Nobody knew what exactly happened to Ghost, an eighteen-month-old Husky, before he was picked up on the streets and brought to Carson Animal Shelter in …

It’s difficult to put into words and describe how heartbroken two dogs felt after they were cruelly dumped in the Utah desert without any food …

Workers at the tow yard in Massapequa, New York, were going about their usual routine on a March day, unaware of the shock they were …

On a freezing day, an exhausted and malnourished doggo was roaming around the neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan, dragging her weak paws.  Desperately trying to find …

There is nobility in being a dog rescuer. It’s a job that takes a lot of strength and patience, and it’s most definitely not for …

Cold weather isn’t a friend of stray and abandoned animals, that’s for sure. So, when John Debacker, a long-time rescuer from Long Island, New York, …

How many times have we talked about our pups being mischievous so far? I think the number is pretty big. Nevertheless, this is something that …

It saddens me to imagine how sad Jones felt as he watched the other shelter residents leave the shelter with their new parents while he …

I can’t imagine the depth of hopelessness and fear that a sweet Pit Bull must have felt after he was tied to a pole and …

A shelter is not a place for dogs, and we all know that. Unfortunately, many of our furry friends are still forced to spend the …

A shelter is not the right place for dogs, and we all know it. Yet, countless dogs still end up in these dark, cold places. …

On a journey to help a dog, many rescuers will go through a lot of trials and tribulations. A lot of dogs who are saved …

Don’t judge a book by its cover, or in Belle’s words – don’t judge a dog by its rough past! This sweet Husky pup is …

Dogs are just so special. Everything they do makes people want to love them. They are our perfect little companions and I don’t even want …

Even with all the rescues Donna Lochmann has conducted over the years, she still refuses to give up on an animal in need, picking up …

“Loyalty is a two-way street” must have been the motto of an abandoned Pitbull and her Yorkie mix buddy from Southern California! When this adorable …

Police work involves a lot of responsibilities, and sometimes, it even means taking care of innocent little animals. One of the officers from the Lakeland …

I think we can all agree that animals are pretty amazing. Not only are they our best friends and loyal protectors, but they also make …

Have you ever thought about the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift? How about a dog? While Chris and Carrie, a New Jersey couple, didn’t plan on …

Being an animal control officer carries a heartbreaking responsibility – one that often involves finding furry babies in devastating conditions. One Texas officer was scouting …

How sad it is to see a dog being forced to leave its beloved home after so many years? Those tiny, four-legged furballs looking all …

One thing is for sure: seeing a dog struggle in inhumane conditions is absolutely heartbreaking. Now, imagine what animal rescuers have to go through on …

Samantha used to have a loving home and an owner who adored her. It was a dream come true. Sadly, her world turned upside down …

Shelter dogs’ hearts are filled with hope that one day, their humans will find them and promise to love them forever. Zare, an adorable shelter …

The dog distribution system works in mysterious yet perfect ways. For every abandoned pup in the world, there’s a kind hooman ready to step up …

Just recently, I started thinking about how dogs were first domesticated over 30,000 years ago and I just can’t overstate how important this event was …

No matter how untrained they might be or what they have been through, rescue dogs are, without a doubt, one of the best companions a …

I have always held great admiration for people who are willing to take care of multiple pups at once. It’s really such a wonderful act …

Even though they grow old, most doggos never let go of that puppy spirit that’s inside of them. They continue to play and run around …