Stories – PupVine
Out of all the dog adoptions that happen in the world, most of them are done through shelters or some smaller rescue organizations. But, the question arises: how many of us have heard about the ‘distribution system’? Well, basically, it’s when a dog or a cat approaches you and politely asks to be adopted. For…
There are so many strays and abandoned dogs out there, and not all of them are lucky to find a forever home right away. Because of that, the shelter is often the only place where they can be safe and sound and be provided with all they need for a normal life. Unfortunately, although it…
In all the time I have read and researched all sorts of dog stories, I have never encountered quite an unusual one such as this. This one is about a man, who had a very unusual dream and wanted to make his own impact in the most unique way possible. In this one we will…
Picture this: you are just minding your own business as usual and trying to focus on your work in a pretty big desert when something draws your attention. It turned out to be two small puppies who couldn’t have been more than two months old. They are coming to you because they are hungry and…
Dogs are beings that carry sincere love in their hearts. The same can be said for babies and young children whose feelings are not yet spoiled by the outside world. Considering that, it is not a surprise that the hearts of many people melt when they witness stories about babies and their furry companions. They…
Some stories shatter our hearts into a million pieces, and Althea’s is definitely one of them. Found on the streets of Las Vegas, Nevada, this amazing girl experienced what can only be described as the absolute worst. Being a 7-year old dog, she was found at barely twenty pounds, and was extremely starved and neglected…
The life of stray dogs is never an easy one. They spend their days outside, trying to find shelter to hide from the elements and hoping that a kind soul would offer them some food to fill up their hungry stomachs. The pup of today’s story was one of these puppies. She was a stray…
Usually, when you go to your window to take a little peek at the nature outside, you don’t expect to see anything out of the ordinary. However, when one woman decided to do just that, she saw something that left her puzzled. Outside of her window, she noticed something strange and furry lying on top…
Life for a typical stray dog can be very cruel and full of struggle. Many times, we just assume that the only thing they need is food to be okay. However, what we often ignore is the fact that a lot of them likely get either abused or attacked more often than not. And, that…
Pete’s life was everything but sweet. When this sweet boi got out of the car on a cold, rainy day, never in his worst dreams could he imagine that would be the last time he would see his owner. Then, the door closed, the man drove away, and Pete got left in confusion. For things…
Never in his wildest dreams could Piccolo imagine how his life would change. He was a naked, stray pup who kept thinking that nobody would ever notice him, let alone lend him a helping hand. Day after day, he tried to survive by looking for scraps of food in the streets and satisfying his hunger….
Some sing about walking five hundred miles. I know I would walk, run, and even crawl more than that to see my dog or bring him home. There’s not a boundary a dog owner wouldn’t cross for their dogs. In the game of love for animals, we all try to be winners, and we all…
When Lee Asher quit his “ordinary” job to pursue his passion for helping animals, he couldn’t have dreamed where this journey would lead him. Today, he has an animal sanctuary in which hundreds of animals transform their lives and meet their happiest moments. The Asher House Animal Sanctuary, located in Estacada, Oregon, is a real…
If you own a dog, then you know that each day spent with them is usually filled with laughter and funny surprises. Our furry babies, much like our human ones, have their own unique personalities, likes, and dislikes. While even dogs can be afraid of many things, this dog mom never thought that her furry…
When two rescuers were on their way home after a long day, they noticed a dirty, white clump lying on the side of the road. They immediately stopped in their tracks and took a closer look. The two rescuers realized that the clump was actually a pup who was so exhausted that he fell asleep…
It is no secret that Pitties are one of the most misunderstood breeds in the world. Their sturdy exterior and violent past often don’t do them justice, especially when you know that they can be just as sweethearts as other dogs. For Dexter, the tan, Georgia Pittie, life started pretty roughly. He was stuck in…
Shelter is not a place for a dog, and we all know it. Unfortunately, not all of our furry friends are lucky enough to enjoy life in a warm home with a loving family. Being in the shelter for just a few days is stressful for a canine, so you can only imagine how some…
An owner’s commitment and love toward their dogs should last forever. Our canines deserve to feel that our home is the place where they truly belong and that our loving arms will always be their safe haven. However, a myriad of dogs feel sadness in their hearts after their cruel owners abandon them and leave…
Dogs love their owners with their whole hearts and believe that they will never abandon them. Sampson and Boss trusted their family, too. The adorable canines never thought that their owners would break their hearts and move out without them. At first, the sweet furry brother pups kept waiting for their family on a porch…
Separation anxiety in animals is a big problem. For most dogs, it feels like their whole world comes crashing down when they are left by their parents. They have no way of knowing that they will return, and this will cause great distress in them, even if it’s only for a short period of time….
It’s utterly sad that some dogs spend their entire lives mistreated and locked up instead of being cherished and loved. The canines would give anything to taste freedom and find happiness that became nothing but a dream. Brownie’s heart yearned to be free his whole life. The pup was locked in a dirty area, stuck…
Words are not enough to express the sadness I feel every time I’m reminded of how merciless and abusive some people can be toward dogs. How could any human being look into a dog’s loving eyes and mistreat them? A Pit Bull named Champ only wanted love, but what he received instead was abuse and…
Adopting and bringing an animal into your loving home is one of the sweetest and happiest moments ever. It’s something that is not only special to the hooman but also to the animals as they finally have a family that they can call their own. Unfortunately, not every animal gets to experience this incredible moment….
Many pups around the world are still forced to live in harsh environments without ever experiencing proper care and love. Luckily, there are dedicated animal rescuers who spend their lives making sure that these dogs get to live the life of their dreams. This is one of those stories. A pup named Aura spent most…
It’s impossible not to feel deeply saddened whenever we hear stories about dogs who endured cruelty. Although they deserve all the love in the world, sadly, many canines end up mistreated and deprived of their right to be happy and loved. Today’s story is about Bruno – a sad senior pup who lacked love his…
If there was only one way I could help any stray dog, it would be to make sure they all have enough to eat in their day-to-day lives. Food is an aspect of our lives that we often take for granted, but there are ways we can help strays live a somewhat normal life before…
Just like people, not all dogs are the same. Some like to walk, some enjoy sleeping all day, while a few of them like to dramatize more than anything. A woman named Rhiannon Kostecki owns just such a pup. Her six-month-old Great Pyrenees, Indigo, demonstrates her dramatizing instinct and a huge desire for attention every…
When this brave Lab girl was found outside a shelter in California, she was near the point of giving up. Amber was extremely emaciated, weak, and almost unable to lift her head up. And, then – a complete heartbreak! She didn’t have any belongings except for one little Teddy bear that she held close to…
It’s heartbreaking to learn how cruel some dog owners can be towards innocent pups who deserve to be immeasurably loved. Instead of making their canines feel safe and happy, their owners abuse them and break their hearts. They abandon their faithful pups who trusted them with their whole heart. Snapple is a wonderful dog who…
I’m pretty sure that every groomer has had one of those instances where they had one of those cases that made them step back, observe, and make a plan of action before continuing. If you aren’t quite sure what I’m talking about, the pup of today’s story is the perfect example of the said case….
When a man living in Detroit came home, he noticed something moving in the abandoned neighboring house. When he went to investigate, he was met with the most adorable dog who was, unfortunately, chained to the house. Rescue Mission The man immediately called for help, and Rebel Dogs Detroit was happy to answer the call….
Most stray dogs I’ve seen struggle so much to survive. They would sometimes go days without any proper food, and the little they do get is usually not enough. This excess malnutrition can leave dogs in a horrible state, and many of them start eating anything out of pure desperation for survival. In this story,…
One of the worst traumas in a dog’s life is definitely being in the wrong home. There are still some people with not-so-good intentions that buy dogs only for cruel purposes. That is exactly what happened to Gabriel, a special-needs puppy who was bought just to be raised as a mean Pitbull. Despite his cheerful…
It takes a huge heart to be a dog rescuer, and not just in the “feeling empathy” context. Sometimes, you need a great deal of strength to withstand the heartache when finding a dog in terrible conditions. When one of the volunteers of the Dog Care Clinic team found one lying helplessly in the nearby…
Horrible things can happen to almost anyone these days. However, it’s when these things affect the people we are closest to that it hurts the most. Some families often end up in many financial problems and have to abandon their pets as a result. It’s not fair, but it’s how the world works, and it’s…
It’s utterly heartbreaking to imagine that any person could be so cruel as to abandon a helpless little puppy and throw her out of a car. And yet, this is exactly what happened to a seven-day-old puppy named Hola. Instead of being adored and pampered with care, she was separated from her mom and betrayed…
It breaks my heart to be reminded of how cruel humans can be toward their canines who deserve infinite love and a lifetime of happiness. Just like all dogs, Crumb had every right to be happy and loved, but sadly, his owners dumped him on the streets when he needed them the most. The pup’s…
Owning a pet is a great responsibility. Unfortunately, people who leave their four-legged buddies on the streets are not aware of the pain these little creatures go through. Cici, a doggie that was found tied to a fire hydrant, was so heartbroken that she couldn’t even eat or drink the food that was placed next…
Karenlynn Stracher is an experienced wildlife rehabilitator and rescuer. She has never hesitated to take action when an animal life is at stake, even if the situation is very difficult. In addition, this incredible woman has a long career as a New York City paramedic, where she has saved hundreds of lives throughout her own…
While driving through Kettle Creek State Park, in Pennsylvania, Sarah Lindgren noticed something on the side of the road that made her stop her car. She stumbled upon a distressing scene – a baby animal with its head trapped inside a plastic container. Without hesitation, she made the heartfelt decision to intervene and rescue the…
They serve. They gamble their life to keep us safe. They have courage like no one else. But, when they’re done with their service, they often end up marginalized. Veterans don’t get the treatment they deserve. Veterans are not appreciated the way they should be. When one of those brave people ended up with only…
Finding a terrified, malnourished puppy in the middle of nowhere is a nightmare for any dog lover, especially if it’s a helpless puppy that still has no idea how to take care of himself. A pittie named Hank was abandoned in the woods at just eight months of age. I’m not sure whether his owners…
Sadie is a rescue dog that loves her dad so much that she spends most of her afternoon waiting on the driveway for him to come back from his job. Every day around 3 O’clock, Sadie knows it’s almost time for her beloved dad to come home, so she just goes to her preferred spot…
Every doggo is beautiful in its own way. Their beauty might not always be clearly visible, especially if they’ve been treated wrongly for a long time, but you know it’s there from the moment you see them. Unfortunately, not all pooches have the chance to grow up in a warm home filled with cuddles, care,…
What would you do if you received a distress call about an injured and crying puppy on the side of the road? Or, saw one while walking or perhaps driving by? Sadly, we constantly hear stories about abandoned dogs wandering around in search of rescue. These poor dogs are often either sick or injured, and…
How would you react if your surprise birthday present was the one thing you wanted in the whole wide world? Daniel Totos, couldn’t hold back his tears when he realized that a gift for his 25th birthday was actually an adorable German Shepherd puppy. The Best Birthday Present The heart-melting video of Daniel unboxing his…
Living in a closed-off space can be a scary thing for a lot of dogs. I mean, a lot of them only like to spend time in their kennel when they are sleeping, and sometimes, not even then. This can be made worse by a lot of neglectful owners who don’t care about their pups…
Sadly, not all dogs have the privilege of living a comfortable and happy life as a loving pet. In many cases, their life has unfortunately been marred by unfathomable hardship and heartbreak. One of those dogs was a young German Shepherd momma named Mercy. In the spring, this Black and Tan German Shepherd dog was…
Living within the confines of the four walls of a shelter kennel can be a lonely and bewildering experience. While most shelters do everything in their power to create an environment where all dogs would feel at home, the reality is that no kennel can replace a loving home and devoted companionship. Behind the kennel…
Losing a dog to unknown circumstances is a devastating experience that no one can prepare you for. One day, he’s out there doing his regular doggo chores and being the happiest tail-wagging furball in the world, and the very next day – he’s gone! This shocking moment struck Giorgi Bereziani when he found out that…