When Cesar Fernandez-Chavez was going through a very sad period in his life, his friend, Daphne, found a way to make things a whole lot better. She got her friend the most adorable Golden Retriever who, as if she knew, wrapped her little paws around Cesar, showering him in fluffy doggo affection. It was love…
To some people, dogs are just furry animals, but I’m sure that every loving dog owner would agree with me that they are much more than that. Dogs are our best friends, our loving furry children, and our beloved companions for life. A dog’s life is already way too short, especially for our liking, but…
Many people wouldn’t even think a homeless man could be the luckiest person on Earth. But, the case of a man named Cesar proves differently. We’re lucky to have at least one true friend. Cesar has four of them. They’re all stray dogs, and they all love this man to pieces. The unusual pack found…
The RSPCA’s Warrington, Halton & St Helens Branch welcomed Petra, a German Shepherd puppy, in May 2021. Due to an unfortunate combination of circumstances and a long court case, Petra, now a three-year-old pup, has spent more than 720 days in a kennel. She came as a puppy and never left. The shelter became her…
This is a special one. It’s a tale of a broken dog who was abused by the cruel world that he was living in. More importantly, it is a story of hope, and how a sad and lonely dog continued believing that everything would turn out well for him despite going through so much. Abandoned…
In a touching tale of unlikely friendship, an extraordinary bond formed between two very special creatures. This story will undoubtedly teach us about the strength of friendship, love, and the resilience of animals. However injured they may be, animals always find a way to bring smiles and joy to people’s faces. And, when they see…
In the unlikeliest of places – behind prison bars – a tale of compassion, redemption, and transformation takes place. The unconditional love that an adorable little puppy brings is truly one of the most purifying forces in the world, and this amazing story is a real example of how much good these furry creatures actually…
Oh, love… Isn’t it the most wonderful thing in the world? The world would be such a better place if everyone felt the same way as Luna and Joey did. These two fell in love at the first sniff and they’ve been cherishing that feeling for a while now. Hold on! The first sniff??? Yes,…
Unfortunately, not all puppies have a smooth childhood that goes without any major disturbances. Aside from stray pups that spend most of their lives in inhumane conditions, there are the ones that are the victims of animal abuse. One of those shocking stories comes from Union County, South Carolina, where a puppy named Asher was…
It is said that there is nothing in this world quite like the love of a dog and its little human. Yet, when you decide to add a dog to your family, especially a bigger one, you cannot help but wonder what kind of dog you’re actually going to end up with. The story of…
A Golden Retriever’s name comes from its love of fetching and retrieving objects. However, a dog named Finley Molloy, from Canandaigua, NY, prefers hoarding balls in his mouth rather than bringing them back one by one. Golden Retrievers tend to hold objects in their mouth a lot, but Finley took this to the next level…
A couple of months ago, a Reddit user posted a heartwarming video of his two dogs comforting their anxious dog sibling. The clip captures a small Shih Tzu dog named Huxley and a white, deaf dog named Winnie trying to take care of their big brother, Rex, which is an English/French Mastiff mix. Rex suffers…
Our beloved canines are not only our pets, they are our family members, best friends, and confidants, and there is nothing we wouldn’t do for them. The man in the following story almost lost his best friend and he was willing to move mountains to get him back. He never lost hope of finding his…
Dogs aren’t that different from men. Give them food and cuddles, and they’re happy. Sorry, guys, that’s just the way things are. My nana always said that if I want to land a mand, I’d need an apron and a cookbook. Okay, things have changed ever since, but the claim that “love goes through the…
Devonte’ Graham, a professional basketball player, has quite a fanbase. But, can you tell who’s his biggest fan, the president of all Graham fanclubs? His pup Charlotte, of course! Charlotte is a beautiful German Shepherd puppy that Graham adopted when she was a small baby. From day one, this baby girl was obsessed with her…
Some dogs love cold mountain weather and are naturally adapted to it, but even then, that environment can cause problems for them if they are not prepared for it. Sometimes, their life around the house can degrade their resistance to these external factors and make them less prepared for nature, especially if they are not…
A wise person once said: Dogs might be in just a small part of our lives, but to them, we are their whole life. Dogs, depending on their breed, stay with hoomans for a decade or a bit longer. But, that’s not nearly enough time that we want to have them for. Unfortunately, sooner or…
Dogs are our most loyal friends in the world. They’re always there when we need them, and if there’s one thing that we can say with certainty – it’s that they will never, ever let go! The story of Jose and Alejandro is heart-melting, proving once again how strongly dogs bond with their people. When…
We have all seen heartwarming stories where a stray or an abandoned dog was rescued by people, treated, and given a fresh start. There are many of them and these amazing rescues happen all the time across the entire world. However, this story is truly something else, and it perhaps best illustrates how a starving…
A dog is not just a man’s best friend. A dog could be a best friend to pretty much anyone. I’m sure you’re, by far, very well introduced with canine friendliness. Every breed has huge potential of being the friendliest of them all. Each dog owner would say that about their dogs. But, in a…
Not every dog owner is a good owner. A home is not just a roof over a dog’s head. And, being someone’s dog doesn’t mean they’re set for life. Hannah, the poor German Shepherd girl, thought she had it all: a home and someone to look after her. Boy was she wrong! What looked like…
Step into a world where fairy tales leap off the pages and into reality. A well-known fairy tale that is read all across the world is Little Red Riding Hood. This story came to life again at the carnival, where the little girl was dressed in all red and her Husky dog had a costume…
Best friends are the family members we choose. The bond we share with them is everlasting, and the adversities we face together make that bond even stronger. The emotional connection between best friends is so strong that it often resembles a soulmates’ connection. The story of Sola and Tido will melt your heart and make…
Every military working dog should have an opportunity to reunite with his beloved handler, colleague, and companion, but sadly, that is not the case for everyone. Thankfully, after three long years apart, retired Sgt. Joe Stasio was finally able to adopt his K9, Enzo. The two were reunited in a heartwarming moment at Buffalo/Niagara International…
Guide dogs are truly remarkable in every possible way. They help those in need, make their lives easier, and ask nothing in return except love and kindness. There’s a special bond between these special dogs and their special people. As we all know, not every pooch is fit to become a guide dog. It takes…
Who needs Spiderman when we have a four-legged hero dog named Saul! Saul finds joy rescuing turtles in need despite cold temperatures that make it hard for animals to survive. If there is ever a problem for turtles, they better call Saul. This heroic German Shepherd saved the lives of these majestic creatures, demonstrating that…
It’s a horrible thing when your dog gets lost. The feeling of powerlessness you feel in that moment is something that’s impossible to describe. Despite not being able to do much, you spend every second of every day just trying to do anything you can to make sure he gets home safely. Something similar happens…
Despite a popular opinion, dogs and cats can get along very well and form a deep and meaningful relationship that goes beyond their differences. For Tam, a blind long-time resident at Sunshine Animal Refuge Agadir (SARA), cats are his best friends. They are also his safe place. His feline companions graciously provide him with moments…
Search and rescue dogs are the real heroes of the canine kingdom. Every pooch has a sniffer, but not every pooch knows how to use it properly. Some dog breeds are simply much better at it than others. One of those talented canines are Belgian Malinois. We often see them leading missions, on their way…
When rescuers found out about a dog in distress, they stopped everything they were doing to assess her. The dog was obviously trying to tell them something by making them follow her, and they were happy they did. Here is the story about a mother who never lost hope and got reunited with her babies…
I have some news for you – did you know that plane rides are actually… BORING!? Well, evidently, Huxley thinks so! This perky Golden Retriever was taken on his very first plane ride by his mom, only to find out that he’s not so thrilled by the very idea of being seated in one place…
Our own misery and problems are the worst to us. But, when something slaps us in the face and shows there are bigger issues in the world, our problems seem irrelevant. The story of Noah, a written off puppy, will shake you to the core and make you stop for a moment to think about…
Being a volunteer in an animal rescue naturally implies some heartbreaking moments, but there are also the ones that are nothing but pure joy and satisfaction. When Joey Wagner, a part-time volunteer at BSM Animal Society, from Nova Scotia, Canada, received a call about an abused Pitbull puppy mix, he reacted immediately. The puppy was…
I’m pretty sure everyone, at least as kids, imagined themselves purposefully being locked in a store overnight. Well, this doggo did exactly that. Here’s a story about a clever dog figuring a way to display his beauty in order to get adopted. A Dog With A Plan As the owner of a fabric store was…
It’s a common myth that dogs and cats dislike each other. We’ve all probably heard or seen a situation where a dog would chase a cat, and then the two of them would fight. But, how much truth is in this myth? Well, not a lot. Scientists seem to believe that while the two can…
One of the hardest things a little pup can do is be all alone in the world. That gets even harder when he gets injured. Unfortunately, the pup in today’s story went through both. With the world being filled with good people, soon, the fate of this pup was spun around and he became happier…
They say that Christmas is a time of miracles, and the story of Julia Nemeth and her family is real proof of that! When the Nemeth family lost their dog during a home invasion in Barberton, Ohio, they thought they’d never see their family dog, Junior, again. The stolen Pit Bull Terrier mix spent eight…
Everyone wants a happy, healthy puppy. That’s a fact and there’s nothing wrong with that. But, what if the same litter of puppies has both healthy and ill little ones? Who would want the poor, ill pup? Rarely does anyone sacrifice enough to embrace the differences and adopt a dog with a condition. Still, those…
Raise your hand if you were one of those kids with a lemonade stand! I sure was. But, me and my friends used to do it for fun, one time as a project, and also as a way to increase our allowance and buy more candy. We didn’t really have a point or something generous…
Abraham Lincoln once said: “Next to creating a life, the finest thing a man can do is save one”. I couldn’t agree more. Those who have saved a life know the kind of satisfaction they get from it, even if it had to do with saving a little bird from the neighborhood cat. Saving dogs…
If you have ever touched a porcupine, you know how much pain their quills can cause. But, can you imagine your face being covered with them? Unfortunately, a stray German Shepherd can, as his muzzle was filled with porcupine quills, which completely transformed his look and caused excruciating pain. All the pain and discomfort the…
As pet parents, we have the difficult task of taking care of our canine friends. Anyone who has ever owned a dog will know what I mean. They will misbehave a lot, either by breaking something or rolling around in the dirt, and you will have to bathe them and clean up after them. These…
When Kaye Fiorello saw a puppy caught on the side of the road, running around in fear in the heat of Cleveland, she immediately called highway police for help. To immediately bring the dog to safety, officer Pumpy Tudors arrived. We are lucky that the caring police officer brought the dog water, food, and cover…
Police therapy dog, officer therapy dog, comfort dog… Those are all work titles for hero pups… dogs that provide emotional support to victims and those in need. We don’t hear a lot about these furry heroes. Usually, their trained K9 buddies take over the scene. However, I strongly believe that comfort dogs should raise their…
I don’t like to say that viral trends, such as dances, are a dying trend. For me, everything that has to do with music, dance, and fun is always trending. And, if you’re into having good fun, I know you’ll agree with me, too. Do you remember the Jerusalema Dance Challenge? It was a hit…
Shelters… They’re not such cold and cruel places like we were told. A significant number of official dog shelters do their best to rescue all dogs and completely eliminate the forever sleep list. Unfortunately, most of these shelters don’t have enough funds, resources, or help to keep all the animals in need. Sometimes, they all…
When we think of difficult life situations in which we are mostly disoriented due to fear and panic, there is still one thought that prevails, and that is to call your best friend. This story is just one of countless proofs that the dog is exactly that friend. A friend who will act immediately, without…
Lakeville 911 dispatchers have had a lot of prank calls in their career, but this one will definitely go down in history as the most pawsome one. Prank calling an emergency line is not something to joke about, but when your pranksters are two innocent-looking furry pooches, there is no way you can stay mad…
When you share a bed with your pooch, sometimes it can be a bit difficult to find a good spot, but when you have eight rescue dogs who all want to join in at nighttime – it’s mission impossible. So, this upstate New York-based couple had to get creative and come up with a solution…
Millions of dogs are abandoned or surrendered to shelters every year. As a result, the animal shelters and rescue organizations are overcrowded with canines who are in search of their forever home. While younger dogs keep dreaming about getting their happy ending, most senior shelter residents give up hope of ever finding a loving family….