Mila Kirsten

People sometimes face difficult moments they never imagined, moments where they must say goodbye to a beloved dog.  An unexpected hardship or a sudden change …

When a woman pulled into a Walmart parking lot in Texas, she encountered a situation she could not ignore. A homeless man was sitting in …

The life of stray dogs is sad and uncertain. They yearn for a kind voice or any sign that someone might care enough to stop …

Tigger had always been a calm and tender older dog who deserved to spend his later years in a quiet place filled with affection, steady …

For anyone who truly loves dogs, it is difficult to imagine how a family could abandon their pets in such harsh circumstances, whether on streets, …

Losing a dog is one of the most heart-wrenching experiences an owner can face. Every year in the United States, around 10 million dogs are …

When Stephanie, a devoted dog mom in Oregon, walked into her home, she had no idea what kind of surprise was waiting for her. The …

For Leilani Slocumb, the September morning felt no different from the rest. Once she left her children at school, she drove home thinking the day …

It breaks my heart to think about the cruelty some dogs endure at the hands of their owners who were supposed to give them love …

Sadly, many dogs with disabilities face prejudice and discrimination from people who don’t know them. They assume these pups are unworthy of love just because …

Everything that a stray dog wants is a place where they can rest without fear and feel the warmth and affection of their family. Many …

Working in animal rescue often means stepping into unpredictable situations. Calls can come without warning, and responders have to be ready for anything. That is …

When Brooke Morosca headed from Orlando, Florida, to New Orleans for a concert, she thought the trip would revolve around music and sightseeing. She never …

Sometimes the most unexpected moments bring extraordinary surprises, and a dog named Blue is proof of how unpredictable life can be. Blue had once enjoyed …

Many people believe different species are naturally in conflict, yet plenty of animals show patience and kindness toward one another. Dogs often lead the way, …

Oliver and Savannah once knew a life filled with comfort and care, spending their days in a home where their devoted mom showered them with …

While driving through Kettle Creek State Park in Pennsylvania, Sarah Lindgren spotted something so alarming that she pulled over immediately. Just off the road, she …

One afternoon in California, a woman noticed an unusual shape resting on a hillside near her house. At first, she assumed it was a coyote. …

For people with gentle hearts, stepping in to help a vulnerable animal is one of the most unforgettable feelings in the world. It is the …

Lily had been found wandering alone through the streets of Georgia, then taken to the Fulton County Animal Shelter. The moment she arrived, her sad, …

Animals sometimes find themselves in places where they have no way to climb out or call for help. Helpless and scared, they put their faith …

It saddens me to think about the hardships that some animals face during their lonely life on the streets. Sometimes they end up in situations …

Imagine how desperate the animals feel when they end up in trouble and they can’t help themselves. In those hopeless moments, humans are the only …

Dogs feel deeply when left alone, sensing the absence of their humans without fully understanding why. They remember the places they were abandoned, holding onto …

Life on the streets offers little comfort to dogs without homes. Strays and abandoned pups spend their days scavenging for food and safety. Each evening, …

Paddling along the calm waters of the South River in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, a kayaker sensed something odd watching him from deep within the …

When Isa Machado and her family settled into their new home in Jacksonville, Florida, they were filled with excitement. The trailer style house felt warm …

Stray dogs often lose their sense of direction after facing hardship. Hunger, fear, and exhaustion can push them into dangerous areas without understanding the risks …

A common wish of all dogs is to have a happy home and humans who adore them. Sadly, some pups wait longer than others to …

Abandoned pets feel confused and scared when they realize that they are all alone. Heartbreakingly, many animals are left in places where they have no …

Not every dog begins life surrounded by care and comfort.  Some spend their early days overlooked, left to fade beneath layers of grime while their …

It’s devastating to even think about how sad and rejected, abandoned dogs feel. Many of those dogs have been heartlessly mistreated and abused and then …

It’s truly frightening to have nowhere to go. There is no cozy place where stray dogs can rest their heads and feel safe. Some homeless …

The life of a dog can change in an instant. One day they feel safe in their homes next to the people they love. The …

For days, a small white puppy had been stranded in a roadside ditch, frightened, alone, and struggling to comprehend why she had been abandoned.  She …

Some believe that coincidences rarely exist and that every unplanned encounter carries meaning. Life often reminds us that acts of compassion can appear in the …

Patience had once believed her story would turn out differently.  Two years earlier, she seemed to find everything she had waited for, a cheerful shelter …

On a Sunday morning, a concerned passerby spotted a white dog struggling to stay afloat in New York’s East River. They quickly called the NYPD …

The thought of a tiny, frightened puppy left alone in Osceola National Forest is deeply heart-wrenching. The young pup, later named Wrangler, wandered nervously through …

A mother’s devotion knows no limits. Her happiness depends on the safety of her young, and when danger appears, she does whatever it takes to …

Dogs are loyal, affectionate, and full of love, but their adventurous nature can sometimes land them in situations that require immediate help. Their playful curiosity …

When employees arrived at the administration building at a Navy Base in Virginia Beach, they were met with an unexpected scene. Curled up beside the …

No dog wants to live a lonely life on the streets, never knowing where they will sleep or whether they will eat.  Many strays feel …

Dogs are often described as humanity’s closest companions. The bond between a pup and the person they love can feel unbreakable, and when that connection …

Shelter dogs live for the day when someone will finally notice them and give them a new life. They would love to curl up next …

No dog wants to spend their days waiting at the shelter and looking at the doors each day, hoping someone will offer the simple comfort …

Every day, countless dogs sit in shelters, quietly hoping someone will notice them and give them the chance to live in a loving home. Vivian, …

Although Rebecca Jaffe, the owner and founder of Sea to Shore Explorers, the tide-pooling ecotourism company, knew the San Diego shoreline well, she looked forward …

Sometimes animals find themselves in unexpected and hopeless situations and cannot escape on their own. When they are hurt or unable to move, they rely …

While walking through the parking lot of Cayjo Peruvian Cuisine in Orlando, Florida, an employee noticed a white van sitting abandoned.  Initially, there was no …