Stories

A couple of years ago, Lieschen O’Neill stopped by the Lawrence Humane Society in Kansas, planning only to look around. But as Lieschen herself later …

We’ve all heard that dogs are a person’s best friend, and this is true more often than not. They have an incredible way of brightening …

There have been numerous examples of people adopting a certain breed of dog only to later do a DNA test and find out that the …

When puppies are born, the love and care of their mother is everything. It helps them grow, feel safe, and blossom into happy, healthy dogs. …

The greatest wish of every dog is to have a warm home and someone who will love them unconditionally for life. Sadly, not all dogs …

Nothing tugs at the heart more than knowing an innocent animal has suffered at the hands of those they trusted the most. That’s exactly what …

While strolling through the Bronx, New York, a compassionate passerby stumbled upon a heartbreaking sight—tucked between two cars, a small black dog trembled in the …

Sometimes people forget that dogs don’t just see us as their caretakers. To them, we’re their entire world, their closest friend, and the one they …

All Sweet Potato wanted was someone to care for her and someone she could care for in return. Instead, what she received was cruel abandonment …

I’ve seen some truly cruel ways dogs have been treated in the past, but hoarding situations are the worst. In some cases, many dogs are …

For stray dogs wandering the streets, each day is filled with hope that they’ll find someone who smiles back at them.  They yearn to discover …

When a dog spends its entire life mistreated, it eventually learns to expect the worst from people. Pups like this do everything they can to …

Even though many shelters work hard to give animals the most comfortable stay possible, sometimes it still isn’t enough. Every dog needs a person of …

Failed by his owner and discarded without care. That just about sums up this little one’s beginning. In a world already uncertain, he was forced …

You might expect to come across all sorts of things in a dumpster, but definitely not a living soul inside. That’s exactly what one passerby …

After meeting Skipper, you’ll probably say: Now, I’ve seen it all. I’ve come across plenty of unusual dogs before; pups with tails in unexpected places, …

As soon as a team of rescuers at Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center in North Carolina heard about baby skunks whose mom was hit by a …

For many dogs, living in a safe home surrounded by people who love them is really all they ask for in life. It’s simple that …

Welcoming a dog into your life, especially an adorable puppy, is truly one of life’s most cherished gifts. Those who haven’t felt it firsthand may …

There are only a few things in this world that can compare to the unconditional love a mother feels for her babies. Seeing her newborns …

Finding a home for a shelter pup is never easy. Many families often focus on young dogs and overlook the older ones. This makes the …

Watching a dog suffer due to trauma is absolutely devastating. It’s not just the fear etched on their face—it’s knowing the pain and neglect that …

Isolation can dim even the brightest of spirits. No matter how lively or outgoing a soul may be, being constantly overlooked can slowly wear them …

Have you ever planned a big surprise, only to have someone unintentionally ruin it at the very last moment? It’s frustrating—and hilarious—especially when the “culprit” …

Finding a helpless animal inside a trash can is a devastating sight. Yet, such situations are not uncommon, often caused by abusive and cruel owners …

Every day, we hear warnings from animal groups about the dangers animals face and the overcrowded conditions in shelters. Still, many heartless people continue to …

A heartbreaking tale comes from Southern California, where a small gray-and-white pup was found lying beside some shrubs in a school parking lot. She was …

When a kind-hearted woman stumbled upon a dog on the street in Las Vegas, she lent him a helping hand and took him home. She …

It’s not unusual to see stray dogs who have suffered so much that they lose their sense of direction and self-preservation. Often, hunger and fear …

I cannot even begin to imagine what was running through Imelda’s mind that day. Placed in a cramped kennel at an overcrowded shelter in Kansas, …

Unfortunately, finding abandoned dogs or puppies on the streets has become a common scene for rescuers, animal lovers, and officers. But a recent case in …

When Paris was first taken in at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter (TOHAS) in Wantagh, New York, she seemed downhearted. The staff didn’t know …

If you are a compassionate and big-hearted person, nothing compares to the joy of saving an innocent life. It’s a feeling so powerful that words …

Every dog in some way mimics the personality of its owners, or perhaps it’s more correct to say that they will adapt to our moods …

Although they often bring joy to our lives, dogs can sometimes leave us feeling deeply saddened. More often than not, the blame lies not with …

Nothing could have prepared Gin Walker for the painful sight she was about to face as she approached a dumpster near her home. The Michigan …

We all love unexpected surprises, especially the kind that instantly brighten our day.  That’s exactly what happened at The Animal Rescue Center of California, based …

It’s not unusual these days to see a stray dog asking for a bit of kindness—whether it’s food, water, or a warm touch. Some will …

While countless dogs face hardships every day, it is often stereotypes that create the deepest wounds. From the harmful myth that Pit Bulls are unadoptable …

Some pups simply have to wait a little longer than others before their forever home finally comes along. But when that day arrives, all the …

There are different reasons why dog owners surrender their dogs to shelters.  However, regardless of the reason their humans give them up, dogs feel the …

I’ve always believed that no matter what hardships a dog goes through, every single one of them deserves the chance to be cared for and …

In all my years of helping strays, one lesson has become crystal clear: timing is everything. For countless dogs living on the edge, even a …

When guards at a California jail spotted a tiny intruder roaming their parking lot, they immediately tried to help. For weeks, they attempted to gain …

Being a police officer is never straightforward. On any given day, you can encounter things you never imagined. It’s a career filled with challenges and …

When I come across people on the street who act rudely, I usually try to give them the benefit of the doubt. Maybe they’re simply …

Every day, countless new cases of abandonment and neglect remind us how many helpless dogs are left to suffer. Streets all over the country are …

On a bitterly cold and windy day in St. Louis, Missouri, a lonely stray pup wandered the neighborhood, unsure of where to go. With no …

Doggy daycare can be a wonderful outlet for pups to socialize, burn off energy, and learn how to behave around other dogs. For many owners …

Picture this: you’re outside enjoying a sunny afternoon, tossing a ball back and forth with your pup. The dog is running happily, tail wagging, and …