Mila Kirsten

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 …

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 …

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 …

Life on the streets is hard for any stray dog, but for a mama dog it is even harder. She worries whether she will find …

It’s soul-crushing to imagine that some dogs end up rejected and betrayed by the people whom they loved the most. Dogs give their whole hearts …

As stray dogs curl up in lonely street corners, they long to find a place where they can feel safe and cared for.  Unfortunately, many …

Love gives dogs a sense of belonging. When we care for our furry companions, they relax and show the sweetest parts of themselves.  Unfortunately, not …

A young pup named Pallas spent his days waiting by the kennel door at the Joplin Humane Society in Missouri. Each time someone walked in, …

Every day, dogs in shelters gaze at the kennel door with hopeful eyes as they wait for someone to give them a chance. They long …

A mysterious creature wandered the streets of a Lancaster neighborhood for weeks. She moved carefully, almost invisible, slipping between shadows as neighbors whispered about her. …

Too many dogs like Mort wait in shelters for someone to see them and give them a chance to live a happy life. They curl …

It breaks my heart to imagine that some dogs experience pain that no animal should ever have to face. They feel forgotten as they wait …

Dogs encounter many challenges and obstacles in life. Some are abandoned when owners can no longer care for them, while others grow old and are …

The greatest wish of all shelter dogs is to have a place to call home and a family who loves them. Sadly, many dogs spend …