Homeless dogs cling to the hope that someday, they will fulfill their long-awaited dream to find their humans and give them all their unconditional love. Stray canines wish to stop roaming the streets and chase away the loneliness they feel every night they try to fall asleep. Luna was one of the stray dogs who…
You have probably heard many times the saying, “Adopt, don’t shop!”, but have you ever wondered why it’s so often emphasized? The unfortunate reality within the pet industry is that these beloved animals frequently fall prey to unethical breeding practices. Behind closed doors, these dear dogs endure mistreatment, neglect, and unimaginable suffering. Life in such…
Anyone who has ever owned a dog knows that they can be mischievous little rascals who love doing things they shouldn’t. While they usually behave most of the time and are very good boys, these events usually don’t cause any problems, and often create funny memories to look back on. In this story, we will…
Unfortunately, many dogs are forced to leave their families and end up abandoned on the street only because their pet parents didn’t have the means to take care of them anymore. The doggo of today’s story experienced exactly that. However, thanks to the efforts of his local shelter, she and her mom got another chance…
Shelters are certainly not the best solution for dogs. However, they can be life-saving for some, and be a springboard for pups to a better life. The importance of shelters, and especially animal rescuers who work day and night to save as many lives as possible, was shown by the example of one abandoned dog…
As soon as a Good Samaritan noticed an unrecognizable animal constantly residing in and around their backyard, they got very concerned. The animal appeared to be very thin, hairless, and in desperate need of help. And, that’s exactly what it got. Rescue Mission The homeowner immediately started thinking of ways to capture the mystery animal,…
One day, Gray Morgan decided to visit his family with his wife, Debbie. He left his dog, Meadow, at home in Troy because they planned to return quickly. But, when they came back, they were met with an unpleasant surprise – Meadow was nowhere in sight. After they couldn’t find her, this desperate family posted…
Van Gogh has never been an ordinary pup. This teeny-tiny ‘rolling crocodile’ has been facing obstacles ever since he was born, yet he never gave up. Born a little different, Van Gogh came a long way from his days as a one-eared, uncoordinated, special-needs runt of the litter. And, now he’s thriving like a big…
It’s not news that treatment of stray dogs throughout the world is less than ideal. Most people flat out just ignore them, but a handful will provide some food. However, there is also a group that will gladly torture a helpless animal for no reason other than to relish in their pain. This is a…
Hey, Mother Nature, I’ve got a question… Aren’t pups of the same litter supposed to look like each other, at least a bit? Oh, yeah, they are? Then, how come Rocky, Chip, and Brownie, although they’re siblings, look nothing alike? Is it some kind of nature’s mistake, or are they even from the same litter…
Contrary to popular belief, contractors don’t only manage construction sites, they do so much more. They not only have to assemble materials, but also be on the lookout for any wildlife that might appear and address some issues if they arise. Well, one such issue needed some quick addressing on a construction site in Missouri. …
A dog named Dilly was a very well-known resident of a local school campus in Houston, Texas. Even though this black and white pup made her presence known to everyone who passed her, she was often running away, not letting anybody approach. Rescue Mission A rescuer by the name of Kristin Erwin was determined to…
When a 1.8 pound Yorkie named Pipsqueak came to his new family, they were told that she only had about six more months to live. However, this did not end up being true. Resilient Doggo Pipsqueak apparently came from a puppy mill, which ended up being raided. A rescuer saved her and managed to get…
Losing an owner is a major tragedy for every dog. That feeling of insecurity and being left on their own, while at the same time, needing to learn how to fend for themselves is a trauma that very few dogs recover from. Donna Lochmann, the chief life saving officer from Stray Rescue of St. Louis,…
Separation anxiety is a well-known health problem that can arise for various reasons and have many negative consequences. It is not a surprise that dogs are prone to this condition, as they have a tendency to strongly bond with their owner. So when, for any reason, they are separated from them, they will experience it…
When Donna, from Stray Rescue of St. Louis, came across a row of abandoned houses in the St. Louis area, she thought to herself how this would be the perfect hiding place for scared and abandoned dogs. Deciding to investigate the houses a bit, Donna soon found a little Pittie in need of her help!…
Throughout many dog stories we have witnessed over the years, this one was probably one of the hardest ones. A dog “knocked” on the door of a shelter, thinking it would only be temporary until its family showed up, but that’s not how destiny wanted it. Instead of going home as a successful “lost and…
Just imagine the immense sadness Drogo likely experienced when he was brought back just a week after adoption, following a 500-day stay at the shelter. For many shelter dogs, days turn into years as they patiently wait for the warmth of a loving home. Some dogs find their forever homes quite quickly, while others, just…
Many people say there is no better feeling than when you can help someone and make that person happy again. Helping animals can be just as rewarding, if not more so. And, what is more heart-filling than being able to help man’s four-legged best friend, the dog? Some people, like today’s story hero, Prue, found…
A loving home is all that shelter dogs dream of having and the only thing that could make them truly happy. They would give anything to find parents who adore them and shower them with love and affection every day. Toby was one of the lucky shelter pups who found his parents within days after…
Sometimes, it’s really hard to believe that magic doesn’t exist. It’s especially hard to believe this when little adorable pups start appearing from nowhere after you thought you saved all of them. In today’s story, Donna really had the honor to watch the cutest magic trick ever. A Pleasant Surprise As soon as Donna Lochmann,…
The fate of senior dogs can sometimes be tough. Most of them spend a good part of their lives in a warm home, only to be left in a shelter by their owners when perhaps they need them the most. On top of that, even though they have a chance to be re-adopted there, most…
Playing hide and seek sure is a fun game; however, sometimes that game isn’t a game at all. A pup, scared and abandoned, decided that the woods would be the best hiding place to shelter herself away from the world. That is until a kind soul showed her that the world is still filled with…
Imagine that you are so alone and abandoned that you don’t even know who you are. Unfortunately, there are plenty of cases in the dog world when a pup wanders around for years and nobody cares about his condition. By their nature, dogs are creatures that are very attached to people. But, when there is…
Owning a dog is not an easy thing. You have to always be ready for any obstacle that comes your way and know how to deal with it. But, how do you do it when it’s just a small puppy who is struggling to survive because he can’t put on weight properly? In situations like…
Roma is an adorable pup who faced a very difficult situation. While being super pregnant, she was beaten and kicked out of the house by her owner. Scared and not knowing what to do, she decided to stay in front of the house and cry at the door, hoping that the owner would take her…
When Jessica Banzhof was out doing some errands in Ohio, which included returning food to a pet store, she didn’t know she was going to fall in love with the sweetest canine. And, she especially didn’t know that she would expand her family twice on the same day. Meeting Cupid At the pet store, she…
Being a rescuer and conducting rescue missions is a very nerve-wracking job that requires a lot of patience, and even creativity. A lot of animals have trust issues and aren’t aware that rescuers are actually trying to help them. Because of this, the animals put themselves in a very defensive mode, trying to protect themselves…
When I first watched the video we will be talking about today, I just kept wondering how on Earth people could just ignore this hungry dog. It was clear to everyone that she was there because she was hungry, and a little kindness would mean a lot to her. But, no… instead, she watched everyone…
In order to be happy and healthy, all puppies need to feel unconditionally loved and cared for. Our sweet fur babies believe that we will always stay by their side, cuddling them and making them feel safe. Prince, a little three-month-old puppy, needed to feel safe and cherished, too. He wanted his owners to shower…
When Sarah Ames heard that there were two German Shepherds locked in an abandoned house, she felt heartbroken. She rushed to rescue them. As soon as she arrived at the address, Ames quickly headed to the entrance. She opened the door of the house and was left shocked after she saw the condition it was…
Since the moment we welcome our canines to our home, we make a promise to love them and protect them. They become our family members and our faithful four-legged friends. Sadly, there are heartless owners who break the promises that they gave to their furry friends. They dump their pups on the street without having…
Rebecca Lynch and her husband, Kevin Lynch, were on a vacation in Savannah, Georgia. On their way back home to Florida, Rebecca got a very honorable idea – to stop at a local animal rescue and save a dog that needs their help the most. They had a space and means to help, and were…
The well-known dog rescue organization, Sidewalk Specials, has been through a lot over the years rescuing animals in need. This time, they were ready for the challenge of saving a tiny life. When they met Pumpkin, a two-month-old Pitty puppy, the terrified doggy was shaking from head to toe. Although they could immediately see that…
Becoming a foster for a puppy doesn’t mean that you are just taking care of them physically. It also means that you are helping an animal regain its trust in humans as well as reminding them that they are worthy of love. That is why foster care is so important. They take in adorable pups…
You know that weird feeling that you get from time to time, as if somebody is watching you? Well, a woman by the name of Joey Sala felt the exact way when she was getting ready to go back upstairs from her basement. As she was climbing up, she noticed a pair of glowing eyes…
When Sara came to the California shelter, she was looking for a companion for her dog, Riley. As soon as she saw a delightful Pit Bull, named Sasha, she caught her attention. Sara wished to know more about her, but the shelter staff couldn’t tell her anything about her life before she came to the…
I am sure that the staff of every shelter around the world gives it their all to ensure that every single dog has the best time in their care. They also dedicate a lot of time and energy in training the dogs, so that they can find forever homes in no time. Even though the…
Dogs… the most loyal and loving creatures in the whole world. They shower us with boundless love and affection and we make them feel immensely loved. Seeing that some dog owners are undeserving of such love shatters my heart. They abandon their wonderful companions without caring what happens to them. Our following story is about…
When Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida, a non-profit organization, got information about a pup who needed their help, they couldn’t believe what they were seeing. The dog who they were supposed to help was so matted they couldn’t even make out the shape of her body. Severe Mat The Florida-based rescue tried to understand…
When new owners of an abandoned building in Caribou, Maine, got inside of it and were determined to start their renovations, they were left shocked when they found out that the building wasn’t quite empty. Locked away in a closet in the building was an abandoned and scared little pup. Cruel Owner The new owners…
While stray dogs wander the streets, they crave to have a roof over their head and humans who would love them and make them feel safe. After good people rescue them and bring them to shelters, the canines’ hearts sparkle with hope that their biggest wish will come true. Sometimes, some dogs wait longer than…
A talented jazz pianist, Kara Mehrmann, has been performing around the U.S. and abroad for years now, and with a lot of success. She is also a full-time jazz piano instructor at Washington University, in St.Louis. She has been a member of several bands, including Dropkick the Robot and The LusterLights. Although you could easily…
As Alice Ensor, an adoption counselor of a San Francisco-based rescue named Muttville Senior Dog Rescue, received an adoption application from somebody named Johanna, she didn’t think much of it… until she checked her personal information. Alice couldn’t believe the fact that Johanna decided to adopt a pup while she was 100 years old. Never…
I’m sure that everyone has spotted those rather famous yellow school buses taking kids to school daily, but let me tell you about this one school bus that’s unlike any other that you have ever encountered. Denzel Morrison, who has always been a huge dog lover, came up with a brilliant idea. He adapted one…
Construction workers from an urban building site in London’s Canary Wharf detected unusual movement in one of the pits, and they discovered a helpless puppy struggling to stay afloat. They joined forces to pull this desperate animal from the muddy hole as they realized that he wasn’t able to escape on its own. The puppy…
For many years, Quinn, a red Golden Retriever, provided solace to the patients and brought joy to everyone at Randolph Health, in Asheboro, North Carolina. However, this year, it was Quinn, himself, who required the same comfort and affection. Six-year-old Quinn, who is a certified therapy dog and volunteer at Randolph Health, was diagnosed with…
His name is Stu, and he was found in a condition no dog should ever experience. This is his story. Stray Rescue of St. Louis took Stu into their care after he was found left behind in a crate in an abandoned house. Not only was he cruelly abandoned by someone who was supposed to…
There aren’t many things that can really upset or leave me depressed. However, after I see just how much some dogs struggle and what they do to survive, I just can’t comprehend it. It’s really tragic and it’s a problem that needs to be addressed, so that no animal has to go through this much….
One interesting fact I read somewhere on the internet is that the most common cause for abandoning senior dogs is when owners move to a new place that doesn’t accommodate dogs. However, that doesn’t excuse the fact that some people won’t even bother to find a new home for them. Instead, they get dumped out…