Stories – PupVine
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…
Lately, we’ve been hearing a lot of sad stories about dogs that were not pampered by life. Whether it’s abandonment, neglect, or abuse, it is always heartbreaking to see these innocent beings suffer. A similar fate befell Cleto, a dog whose life was difficult from the very beginning. Although Cleto quickly found a home when…
Knowing that some dogs don’t receive the immense love and care that they need saddens me deeply. Instead of being treated as treasure, some pups are used as means of getting profit. Backyard breeders neglect the lovely canines without giving them the chance to thrive and learn what happiness is. Sequoia was one of the…
After five years of dedicated service to the Fort Walton Beach Police Department, it has come time for K9 Bane to enjoy his well-deserved retirement. Each expertly-trained K9 officer plays an important role for the police, contributing significantly to the pursuit of public safety and crime prevention. Such was the career of K9 Bane, who,…
Too many times, people have tried helping a stray dog get off the streets, but they usually lack the training necessary to handle these situations. What people often overlook is the fact that these poor animals have been abused and they could show signs of aggression when confronting other humans. Even if you mean well…
It is not often that you find several large boxes at the edge of your yard, lying there out of nowhere. However, one fine day, a homeowner found just such a scene right next to his driveway. Confused, he ran to see what it was all about, but he was left with even fewer clues…
Princess’s shocking story serves as a reminder that no dog in this world should be left homeless, ever. This Florida girl was cruelly tied to a random fence in temperatures near freezing, and abandoned by her owners there. She was so cold that she couldn’t even stand on the ground. Scared and cold, she somehow…
One thing that people don’t really understand when it comes to dogs is just how resilient and strong they can be. Even though none of them deserve to go through the horrible mental trauma of having to live outside for most of their lives, they always persevere through it. It’s something that is really amazing…
Adri and her partner were driving down a road in the middle of nowhere on their way to their Georgia home. They were surprised to come across a Beagle crossing the street. Worried for her safety, they immediately stopped and rushed to help her. Once they took her in their arms, they felt brokenhearted to…
Meet Finn, a uniquely charming dog who’s not just distinctive in appearance, but has turned his quirky hobby into a fun and profitable adventure. Finn is playful, sweet, and most importantly, environmentally conscious. Curious about his hobby? This fantastic pup loves collecting empty plastic bottles and recycling them all on his own initiative. A Very…
Ham, a two-year-old Pug cross, has always been a happy and lively dog who would bark and get excited at literally the tiniest thing she saw. However, lately, her mom, Victoria Northwood, had noticed that something was wrong as her furry friend was a little under the weather. Because she was very worried about her…
Unfortunately, there are many dogs that aren’t so lucky to have a happy and loving family. These pups are forced to live outside all alone, trying their best to survive, fighting for scraps, and seeking shelter from the harsh, outside world. Luckily, there are people who dedicate their entire lives to helping such pups, allowing…
One thing I don’t often think about, but is very important to every dog story is just how big of a role rescuers and people who adopt have. It’s not a small thing to take a sweet pup into a forever home, as it brings with it so many new responsibilities, but it’s amazing that…
Duncan’s story actually begins at 12 years old when he was finally rescued by a wonderful rescue organization called Hope For Paws, based in California. No one knows much about his life prior to the rescue, but it surely wasn’t pretty. This poor dog was in such bad condition that even the rescuers were horrified. …
There is no worse fate for a puppy than being condemned to living outside and fending for itself against everything. They are so young and innocent. Nobody deserves to go through such hardships so early on in life. Luckily, sometimes, fate would smile upon them and somebody wonderful would come and give them a chance…
Two little Chihuahua puppies that looked so much alike came into a local shelter in Fort Worth, Texas at different times. When another one was brought in, the staff immediately started to assume that they were siblings, which ultimately turned out to be true. Unfortunately, the overcrowding of the shelter and the young age of…
It’s heart-wrenching to think about the hardships that many pups go through in their life. Some of them end up feeling desperate and hopeless. They stop believing that they will ever have loving parents who will hug them and make them feel worthy of their infinite love. Royal, a sweet pup, almost lost all hope…
Leo has always been set in his own ways, and that has brought him tons of fun along the way. But, the one thing he had never accomplished was to become a service dog. This pawdorable English Lab failed the program because “the standards were too high,” (according to his mom), and the school definitely…
When reading about a dog’s behavior the other day, it came to my attention that most of them possess empathy for more animals than just other dogs and cats. This should not have surprised me, but it did anyway because this shows just how amazing they are and how grateful we should feel to have…
I think that we can all agree that if we were woken up in the middle of the night by some weird noise, we wouldn’t be able to go back to the peaceful sleep we were in. This would be especially true if we heard the strange noise coming from within our house. Well, that…
After spending his entire life without a home or anyone to care for him, this sweet dog finally found a glimmer of hope when a compassionate rescuer stepped in to give him the opportunity for a better life. He was spotted trudging along the road in a pitiful state, barely hanging on to life. There…
One thing I have always wondered is how so many dogs who spend their life abused or neglected end up being so sweet despite going through so much. They likely went through many traumatic experiences, but still want to believe that the next person they see is a good one. Dogs truly are the purest…
There are very few things in the animal world that could compare to the beauty of a mother’s instinct. Whether we talk about dogs, cats, or some other species, it’s always hauntingly beautiful to see a mom taking care of her newborns. One such case was posted by the YouTube channel, ‘The Moho’, that typically…
No dog deserves to live a life without proper shelter, yet many of these four-legged lovebugs never get a fighting chance. Living in horrible conditions, with no food and shelter, Sadie, a stray dog momma, gave birth to seven babies. She was absolutely desperate for some help, as she, herself, couldn’t take care of her…
Nobody can fully understand the meaning of love unless he’s owned a dog. Ever since I read this quote by Gene Hill, I thought that more people definitely need to hear this. It’s fascinating how much dogs care about humans, even though some people give very little in return. They always turn to us for…
As Daniele, a rescuer at Jersey Pits, New Jersey, was working at the shelter, she overheard animal control mentioning that there was a dog stranded on a cliff. The rescuer wasted no time whatsoever, and quickly ran down the street and started climbing the cliff, looking for the lost pup. When she saw him, she…
When a woman by the name of Katie Hoover moved into her new home, she started hearing some really strange noises. Initially, she thought it was one of those noises that old houses make, but she soon realized that this was not the case. Strange Discovery Katie was still getting used to living in an…
When Cindy Nash, the founder of an animal shelter in Texas called Nicholas’ Pet Haven, was contacted by a lady about a little pup in trouble, she was more than ready to help. The lady who contacted her lives right across a major road near a cemetery. She told her that there is a little…
All dogs want is to love and be loved in return. Stray dogs need that love even more, but still they live without it. Russ was one of those dogs. He had so much love to give, but he had nobody to give it to. All that changed when he met his mom, Kayla. Let’s…
There are some truly amazing dogs whose stories serve as an inspiration to all, and Mr. Snuffulufugus (a.k.a. Snuffy) is definitely one of them. Wandering the streets of Copperas Cove, Texas, as a dog without a home, Snuffy’s life hasn’t been an easy one. He was so desperate to find a person who would show…
Many workers, volunteers, rescuers, and veterinarians will often say that a shelter is not the best place for a dog. Although it provides him with some care and security, and it is certainly better than the street, in the shelter, the dog cannot experience what he needs most. That is definitely the love of a…