Mila Kirsten

Life on the streets is harsh for dogs who have been left behind. Food is scarce, shelter is uncertain, and fear lingers with every step. …

When you adore your hoomans, parting never feels simple. Hunty would agree if he could put it into words. This affectionate New Jersey Shepherd mix …

There is a good chance our little heroine, Suzy, made a wish that cold December night. How else can we explain the almost impossible chain …

It is heartbreaking how often good dogs end up lingering in shelters without a single application. Most have nothing “wrong” with them. A streak of …

We all hope every dog grows up in a safe home with gentle people who will protect them. Sadly, that is not always how things …

Saving stray dogs is rarely simple. It takes patience, calm persistence, and a lot of heart, especially because so many frightened pups do everything they …

Sunny had likely begun to lose hope as car after car sped past without stopping. Perched on a highway median, the young pup sat alone …

Many dogs experience heartbreak at some point in their lives. For those who are abandoned, the realization can be especially cruel. While most people surrender …

Cat Ouellette, a volunteer with Room 8 Memorial Cat Foundation in Jurupa Valley, arrived late to feed kittens who needed constant care and to confirm …

Ever since Bailie arrived as a stray, the shelter had been the only home she knew. For more than 750 days, she lived inside her …

It is devastating to think that anyone could endanger the lives of defenseless puppies and believe it is acceptable. How do they not stop to …

When people decide they can no longer care for their puppies, the responsible choice is to surrender them to a shelter where they have a …

Few things warm my heart more than seeing a dog finally receive the care and kindness they deserve. Sadly, compassion for animals is often in …

Dogs, our loyal companions and empathetic friends! They stand beside us through every chapter of life: the joyful milestones, the tough heartbreaks, the quiet mornings, …

Not every dog begins life in the safety of a warm, loving home. Sadly, many are left to survive on the streets, end up in …

In our fast-moving world, small acts of kindness often get overlooked. With so much negativity filling the news, it’s easy to miss the moments of …

Being a dog might sound easy, but it can be surprisingly hard. For many pups, life comes with challenges. Some are left to fend for …

Ah, the first days of spring. Nature begins to stir again, slowly waking a little more with each sunrise. Before long, the days grow longer, …

All dogs deserve families who cherish them and make them feel safe and cared for. Unfortunately, some owners fail these loyal companions, leaving them behind …

It is heartbreaking to imagine how lost and confused abandoned dogs must feel once they realize the humans they trusted have turned away. Sadly, many …

Seeing an abandoned dog trying to survive on unforgiving streets is enough to break the heart of any animal lover. Sadly, moments like this are …

When a Good Samaritan spotted a terrified dog curled behind a dumpster in a St. Louis, Missouri alley, they contacted Stray Rescue of St. Louis …

Watching dogs endure shelter life is always difficult, but witnessing a surrender as it happens can be almost unbearable. Macaroni, a one year old Pug …

When Ruby was a puppy, she arrived at an Arizona shelter with a hopeful heart. The gray and white Pit Bull mix seemed certain that …

Nobody has told Hashbrown that spending almost two years in a shelter isn’t his fault. That’s what makes his story so difficult to accept. This …

One day, volunteers at Barrow County Animal Control met a newborn pup who seemed to be the runt of his litter. Because he had an …

Frank, a sweet little mini Dachshund, has been the center of his mom Jordan Mandel’s world ever since she welcomed him into her Hoboken, New …

One of the saddest misconceptions I hear too often is the belief that animals don’t feel emotions. People sometimes claim that our pets act only …

The relationship between siblings is one of the most powerful bonds you can imagine. A sibling is not just your first friend but also your …

Every dog deserves loyalty, yet too many are abandoned without warning. For them, the world shifts from comfort to loneliness in an instant. The trust …

Leo had been carrying far too much for far too long. So many hardships had piled up in such a short span of time. He …

Sometimes a rescue unfolds in a way no one expects. That is exactly what happened when a California team set out to help one dog …

When Boogie arrived at the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) in Downey, California, he quickly charmed the staff and volunteers. Only three years old, …

It is sadly common these days to see a dog left to wander alone, especially for people who devote their lives to animal rescue. One …

Let’s be honest. Sometimes you have to get inventive. Life is too short to cancel plans because you forgot one essential item. That was exactly …

I bet the first thing you think when you see a puppy is, “Aww, what a sweet little furball.” Same here! Sadly, not everyone shares …

Hope For Paws has tackled many unusual, high pressure rescues, yet this mission ranked among the most demanding the California team had ever faced. Late …

When a family in Connecticut began hearing faint, high pitched cries, they knew something was off. Curious and concerned, they started tracing the sound through …

One afternoon in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, a man named William Ortiz was driving along a busy highway when something unusual caught his attention. In the middle …

Every stray dog longs for a family to love them and a place where they belong. Flora was no different. The beautiful German Shepherd puppy …

Every dog has its own personality, and each one thrives in a different way. For some owners, it can be difficult to realize that what …

Dog daycares are truly a great place for pups. Not only do they get to spend the day surrounded by other dogs, but they also …

It’s fair to say food might be the most beloved thing in the world. From sweet desserts to savory bites, there is always something to …

I think most of us would agree that senior dogs deserve all the love and comfort we can give them. Even though they may not …

Every dog deserves unconditional love, especially in their golden years. Yet some are abandoned when they need comfort most. To be cast aside after a …

The call to Luck’s Rescue came from a woman who had noticed something unusual deep in Cloudland Canyon State Park. She feared that pets had …

When Lee Asher, a lifelong dog rescuer and the founder of The Asher House in Oregon, drove to Wild Rivers Animal Rescue, he couldn’t have …

A Bernese mountain dog named Oakley has endured more than her share of hardship. For years, she lived without the warmth of a true home, …

Every dog parent has caught their pup being a little sneaky. Sometimes they do it on purpose, other times by accident, but either way, mischief …

Some moments seem destined to happen at just the right time. The story of a Mississippi woman and a frightened stray puppy is a beautiful …