Stories

All alone, stray canines endure hunger on cold streets that become their home.  They wish they had their humans who would hug them every day and make all their troubles go away, but sadly, they have nobody to turn to. Every day, they keep hoping that someone will notice them and save them from the…

Every day, shelter dogs wake up with the hope that they will finally meet their human and make them fall in love with them.  Hungry for love and affection, shelter pups try to attract the visitors’ attention as soon as they see them approaching their kennels. Most of the canines start barking and wagging their…

While for some dogs, love is all they know, others, unfortunately, are not fortunate enough to know what that feels like. Some dogs do not grow up in a happy and warm environment surrounded by loving humans. Rather, they are treated very poorly, neglected, and sometimes even abused. Because of this, many dogs are so…

You put a dog and a kid together and what you get is a truly special bond that can’t be compared to anything. When Chloe and Andrew Talbert, a couple from Arizona, had their baby boi, Noah, never could they imagine that he’d get such a special friend.  But then, it happened! Their gentle giant,…

This sweet pup found herself abandoned in a park, tethered to a pole, and left feeling incredibly lonely.   The person who was supposed to take care of her and love her forever betrayed her trust, leaving her in a constant state of fear.  When she arrived at the shelter, she was not doing well. Her…

Iris arrived at Philly Bully Team foster-based rescue, as the owner surrendered her from a backyard breeder in Brooklyn.  This special girl was so shut down and scared that even the simple task of opening a bag of treats would make her duck and cower.  Iris’s past remained a mystery, but her behavior hinted at…

Unfortunately, the world is still full of people who tend to forget that animals have emotions, too. That is why when a passerby noticed a small Pit Bull covered in toxic green paint in a deserted town outside Los Angeles, their heart completely broke. The pup, later named Clover, was devastated because of the state…

Although numerous associations and rescue organizations point to the problem of overcrowding in shelters every day, more and more dogs have to seek refuge within the four walls of the kennel. To many people, these are just sheer numbers, but there are countless sad stories behind those numbers. One of those that broke many hearts…

Logan has always been a great family dog, whether it pertained to his furry family or the forever family that would arrive later.  He was found as a stray in Texas with a pregnant mate. The puppies were his, and he chose to stay with the female dog while she gave birth.  Once the puppies…

When a pup named Pita first arrived at a shelter in Los Angeles, the staff wasn’t really prepared to take care of her because of the state she was in. The shelter was incredibly overcrowded and Pita was a very, very pregnant doggo who was about to give birth at any second. Since Pita needed…

I am pretty sure that every dog owner knows just how unpredictable dogs can get. They can be walking along a path peacefully for one second, and the very next, they are off chasing after a squirrel or seeing something else that requires their immediate attention. Sometimes, they can also be very distracted, not watching…

When a couple of rescuers were walking through a park, they heard some strange noises coming from a nearby bush. Deciding to go investigate, they realized that the noises were actually cries coming from an abandoned puppy who was all alone, hiding from the world. Knowing that he wouldn’t make it if he stayed outside…

When Hope For Paws, a 501 non-profit animal rescue group based in Los Angeles, California, received a call regarding a pup abandoned at a truck stop, they immediately dropped everything they were doing and headed to the location. When they arrived, they weren’t able to find the dog anywhere. In order to make things easier…

Tail wagging has always been a way for dogs to express their emotions, mostly positive. When a dog is sad and feels rejected, it is almost invisible, but when it is is happy, its tail is everywhere.  One dog who received a special gift from her owner could not hide her delight, and was wagging…

The act of abandoning a pregnant dog isn’t only a failure of empathy, but a complete betrayal of humanity.  Sadly, we hear about such stories all the time. As soon as the owners learn of their dog’s pregnancy, they decide to dump her on the street because they simply don’t want to deal with the…

When the rescuers from Howl Of A Dog, a small nonprofit animal rescue organization, were driving on the road, something strange caught their eye. Abandoned by the side of a road was a dog who was barking its heart out, trying to call out for help. The rescuers, who found themselves in the right place…

Many people just skip the depressing news from the animal world, which, unfortunately, is increasing. However, there are still those bright examples that give us hope and bring a smile back to our faces. The best proof of this is a family from Wildwood, Missouri, who decided to dedicate their lives to caring for animals,…

When least expected, a dog can save the day. And, in this case, Echo can save a whole life! This amazing Australian Shepherd service dog has always been a true little helper to his hooman. Underneath his hauntingly beautiful exterior and just the sweetest charm lies a well-trained dog that helps his mom, Jaime Simpson,…

During the winter season, the animals that are forced to live on the streets have a really hard time surviving. They have trouble acquiring food and most of them struggle to find a shelter that would keep them warm and safe from the elements. That is why every animal shelter during this cold period works…

Dogs should be given a lifetime of happiness and love. They don’t deserve to be betrayed and to have their feelings hurt. Unfortunately, there are cold-hearted people who dump their dogs and make them feel devastated and confused. After canines are deprived of their family and a home, they feel like they have lost everything…

A wise man once said: “You can’t buy love, but you can rescue it”. I agree completely with this statement. There are many things that we as humans do to make us moderately happy, whether it’s talking to other people, partying, exercising, etc. However, there are only a few things that can make our lives…

We have to ask ourselves: how often do we take measures to help out the stray and abandoned dogs who live on the streets? The most likely answer is that it’s not that many. However, it doesn’t have to be that way all the time.  More often than not, the only thing it takes sometimes…

When a woman saw a Facebook post about a dog in need of help in a remote village, she waited to see if anybody closer would respond. After a while, she noticed that another user again asked if anybody was going to get this poor pup. That is when she decided to take matters into…

A dog can bring so much happiness to our lives that it is sometimes just unbelievable how some people can be so cruel to these helpless creatures. Despite everything – neglect, abuse, and abandonment of dogs still happen every day. People from Animal Haven – an animal shelter in New York, witness this every day,…

Dogs always find a unique way to impress us, and Theo, here, exemplifies true brilliance in this regard. With his owner gone, this senior Chihuahua found himself all alone in a Texas shelter. On top of his loss, he coped with extreme weight gain that impacted the overall quality of his life.  He lived a…

When a nurse from Noah’s Crossing Vet Clinic was making her way to her workplace, she thought that it was going to be just a regular day. However, when she arrived, she noticed something in front of the clinic. When she went to take a closer look, she noticed that it was a cardboard box…

Any animal lover out there will tell you that as soon as they see an animal in need of any assistance whatsoever, they will do anything in their power to help them. This is especially true for shelters and rescues. The staff at Cleethorpes Wildlife Rescue receives many calls about animals who have gotten themselves…

Get a dog and never, ever get the feeling of boredom again, they say. And, they are usually right! When Edith and Rune’s mom first met her two Bull Terrier babies, never could she imagine that life with them would be so amusing! The trio has endless fun together, and they absolutely steal the show…

One morning, a woman was woken up from her sleep by the sound of whimpering coming from her backyard. Curious, she stepped outside to investigate, and to her great surprise, she found a little puppy sitting by the dumpster.  This beautiful furbaby was clearly a stray looking for a new family, and she couldn’t have…

It’s really a tragedy when a dog goes missing. It’s hard to think what the family has to go through because of that. Most people don’t realize just how common this is today. In one moment, your dog is with you, and in the next, he is gone. Most dogs are often distracted by something,…

Anyone who has ever had a dog knows that they are notorious for their eating habits. Seriously, how do they do it? How are they hungry all the time? This is also even more apparent when your furry friend has already eaten but continues to ask for more food when you are having lunch. That’s…

When the shelter in Hopkinsville took in an abandoned dog named Bolo in the summer, they certainly couldn’t have guessed what his turn of events would be in the months that followed. This black and white Bully mix was released through animal control because they needed a smaller dog. He quickly adapted to the new…

I believe that every dog parent looks at their dog thinking that they are the most special dog in the whole wide world. However, I’m pretty sure that we can all agree that the pup of today’s story is special on a whole new level.   Mordecai, the most adorable dog ever, had a pretty hard…

Every pup in this world is worthy of living a life filled with love and joy. Sadly, for many dogs with disabilities, it is extremely hard to find a loving home that they have always dreamed of. Despite being adorable and loving, these pups get overlooked for adoption in favor of other, healthy dogs. Spirit,…

Not every dog gets to live a happy life with an owner who absolutely adores them. A lot of dogs, unfortunately, spend their entire lives being mistreated and abused, not having any idea what real love feels like. The pup of today’s story is no different. Tich, a three-month-old pup, lived his life in the…

For dogs who relentlessly roam the streets, every day is a struggle. Instead of enjoying regular meals in a loving home, these pups spend their days trying to find morsels of food in order to stay alive. Gracie was one of the sad, stray dogs who struggled to survive day after day. Since it was…

A real estate agent started her workday as usual, anticipating a routine day ahead. However, as she unlocked the door to the vacant house she needed to attend to, she was completely stunned.   She expected to find the house in decent shape, given that the previous tenants had vacated nearly a month ago, but she…

Stray pups are constantly in search of food and a safe place where they could rest their head. They wish humans they meet every day would stop ignoring them and give them the helping hand they need very much. Izzy was one of the stray dogs who badly needed human compassion and help after she…

There are so many homeless animals wandering around and fending for themselves. It is sad to even think about it, but that is the reality of this cruel world.  That’s why it is always touching to hear the life stories of these animals that had their happy ending. Just such a story began at the…

One thing that people don’t assume when they adopt a dog is just how important it is to find the right one because there is nothing more important than getting along with your furry friend. Sometimes, some would take in an animal only to surrender it to a shelter. In most cases, it’s not the…

Feeling loved and cared for is essential to a dog’s happiness. As their parents, we love watching their eyes sparkle with joy while they snuggle with us. Our fur babies feel safe in our arms, knowing that we will always be by their side. Sadly, not all pups have the affection that they deserve. Canines…

When a shelter staff member in Yakima, Washington went to work one morning, he expected the last workday of the week to start easy, without much stress.  However, when he arrived in front of the Yakima Humane Society (YHS) building, he found an unpleasant surprise. Right next to the shelter door was a sealed cardboard…

If dogs could talk, they would ask their family to love them immensely and to hold them in their arms every single day. Their parents’ loving embrace is the only place where they can feel happy. Knowing that many dogs are mistreated and denied the right to be cherished and joyful shatters my heart. The…

The sad truth is that many dog owners keep forgetting that their dogs have feelings, too. A number of humans tend to cruelly abandon their pups on the harsh streets without even trying to give them a second chance at life. That is why when this rescue team received a video of a dog being…

As I was a proud dog owner once, I’ve gotten used to the fact that my German Shepherd had some strange and unusual habits. I mean, he was not the sharpest tool in the shed, and his playful behavior would be a cause for a lot of smiling and laughing. They are just funny like…

Dogs are masters of intuition, and Pony is here to prove it!  This amazing boi has been nothing but the biggest entertainment for his family over the years. After being saved from the shelter, he lives a brand-new life with his two favorite hoomans in the world – Ruchi and Zach. He just loved doing…

When the rescuers noticed a sick little puppy abandoned at a bus stop on a busy road, they rushed to help her. They approached her, but the fur baby kept crying and refusing to accept their help. The rescuers were left in shock because they had never seen a puppy that was so terrified. Because…

In the hardest of times, you can’t deny the power of resilience. Many doggos out there live lives they didn’t want in the first place. Yet, they manage to keep fighting and surviving over and over again.  Alone in the wilderness and on the streets, these furry heroes put their best into finding shelter and…

Despite the warnings and appeals of numerous rescue organizations, more and more dogs are left to fend for themselves on the street.  The saddest thing is that many of these poor creatures were previously abused or tied to a fence and abandoned without the possibility of defending themselves from the various dangers that lurk. A…

Comfort is important. Not only is it crucial for us, but dogs also love it very much. There is perhaps nothing more satisfying for them than to come back home after a long walk in the park and lay down in their comfy bed. It’s a natural feeling that we share, and that’s why it’s…