Stories – PupVine
Small puppies love to sleep, and usually they’re experts at finding the perfect place to take a nap. When Edna, the Pitbull, was still a small puppy, she used to go to doggy daycare every day in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She loved playing with other pups so much that after a couple of hours, she…
Dogs are awesome. They embody every quality we humans should strive for. They are our most loyal companions, and I think I speak for all of us when I say that life would be incredibly dull without them. The story that we will talk about today is an example of how such a friendship between…
Unfortunately, dog abandonment seems to have become a trend in some parts of the country. What’s worse, many people no longer hesitate to do it even when they know they are being recorded by surveillance cameras. This time, that was the thinking of one “ticketed passenger” who so casually left his dog tied up in…
Losing a dog is a traumatic experience that takes time to recover from. When George Loving lost his loving pet, Dottie, he was unconsolable. The circumstances under which his canine disappeared were vague, and he never thought he’d see her again. After months of searching for her, he and his family simply gave up. They…
They say that humanity’s true test consists of its mercy towards the animals. But, sometimes many collectively fail when they don’t help those that need help at their worst times. One such case comes from Texas, where an abandoned Pittie girl witnessed true brutality. This poor girl was dumped on a street by her previous…
When Doug and Michelle Christian heard about a Malinois mix by the name of Mary, who was desperately in need of a home, they immediately agreed to be her foster parents for a while. As the couple already had two dogs who were permanently residing in their house, both of which were previous foster fails,…
Bitty, a 16-year-old Chihuahua, did not have the happiest life growing up. He was found on the street by local rescuers and was brought to a shelter. But, when the staff saw that he was tilting his head to the side and constantly shaking, they gave up hope and signed him to be euthanized. However,…
Dogs are truly creatures that just need a little love and care to flourish and give their best. Unfortunately, if they are surrounded by those who neglect them, or worse, who treat them badly, they can completely “wither”. That’s why they always need those people who will provide them with all of that and help…
After living outside for the first nine months of her life, being abandoned by her owner, and forced to fend for herself, a puppy named Kita was completely paralyzed by the fear of the great outdoors. Her fear was completely justified, though. Kita was alone for weeks on acres and acres of land… hungry, soaking…
When Nicole and her sister, Amanda, were driving back to their Illinois home from Mississippi, they had absolutely no idea that their life was about to change. But, then it happened! A tiny little dog was sitting on the side of the road, waiting for someone to rescue her. Amanda immediately knew what needed to…
All shelter dogs wish to find their humans who will love them immensely. It’s their greatest dream. As much as they appreciate the love and care they receive at a shelter, they are aware that it’s not their home. Every time visitors come to their shelter, the eyes of the shelter pups light up. They…
Stray dogs fight to survive while they roam the streets and deserted areas looking for scraps of food. Some pups are born into this world as strays. It saddens me to think that they have been deprived of love and care their whole life. Mikita is one of the stray dogs who craved human help…
When people started hearing dog cries coming from an abandoned house, they knew that somebody in there needed help. They immediately contacted Stray Rescue of St. Louis – a rescue group who was more than happy to come and investigate. Rescue Mission When the St. Louis rescuers came, they rushed into the house to see…
Inside their small kennels, all they dream about is finding a new home. These shelter canines crave the gentle touch of a caring hand, and they usually turn out to be the best companions. Yet, many of them are overlooked and passed over. Dogs with certain health issues and unappealing looks either have a hard…
When Florian and Katrin, a beautiful young couple, lost the child they were looking forward to very much, they were simply heartbroken. To distract themselves from their pain, they thought adopting a furry friend would be a good idea. After looking through the animal shelter photos, they came across the photo of Fausto – a…
Can you imagine how hard it would be to lose your beloved doggo to unknown circumstances? All the wondering and all those endless questions that would pop in our mind while we’re trying to figure out how to get him back? Well, our furry little friends feel just as much sorrow once they get cut…
Named Gainz, this Rottweiler weighing over a hundred pounds is more emotional than his looks suggest. Despite being a breed that many people fear and consider aggressive, Gainz is a very sensitive soul. There is more to his high emotional intelligence, though. Gainz’s owner, Rich, says they are kindred spirits, and their everyday lifestyle perfectly…
When we welcome dogs into our life, we make a commitment to them – to love them like they deserve and to make them feel safe and protected. They need to feel loved in order to grow up into happy and confident pups. Hearing stories about dog owners who break that commitment and end up…
Living without the unconditional and nurturing love of a human and a loving home makes all stray dogs extremely sad. Day after day, while they wander the streets in search of food, they hope to get a smile from a stranger. They crave their attention and love. What they want more than anything else in…
There is perhaps nothing worse than humans abandoning their dogs and leaving them to die. It is such a cruel way to tell them that you do not care. Even worse, the poor pup does not understand what was done to him, and is against all hopes, clinging to the idea that someone will come…
One of the aspects of dogs that we take for granted too often is his trust in us and our ability to do the right thing. While they are not naturally trusting of humans, they develop a meaningful bond with people a lot faster than with other animals. This is why it’s tragic to see…
You don’t know how much you’re capable of doing for a pet until you become a proud owner. Even though they were just at the beginning of their parenting adventure, Eduardo Del Pozo and Regan Mast made headlines all over the world with the sweetest act! This amazing Virginia couple fell in love with a…
Dogs try to eat everything they can. I believe that every dog owner in this whole wide world would agree with this statement. I can’t even count how many times my pooches tried to eat things that are not food, just like the doggo from today’s article. “What The Duck?!” Although Dr. Shelby Baden’s caption…
Every time I scroll through stories about dogs or puppies who were abandoned and left to starve on their own, I am constantly reminded of how difficult it is to help all of the animals. I question why I still do it, and it’s simple. Every time I read a story like that, I am…
Why is it that every time I’m rushing somewhere, something big happens? Just the other day, I was super late for my dental appointment, and then I saw a pup in need, all alone in a busy parking lot. Of course, I called in to cancel at the last minute, and drove the poor thing…
I am certain that most people, when asked to name one quality that dogs possess, would answer loyalty. And, they would be correct because dogs are indeed loyal creatures. It’s a well-known fact, right? We all know it, but sadly take it for granted quite often. It isn’t until we hear a story like this…
Losing a pet is a painful experience. Those feelings of uncertainty are hardly describable, and the fear of not seeing them kicks in like no other. Iowa owners, Cynthia and Randy Ruth, woke up one day, thinking the day with Molly, their Golden Retriever girl, would be like any other. They took the dog to…
Our furry best friends know how much we love them. They feel our love every time we wrap our arms around them and speak to them in a loving voice. Our pups show us that they love us, too. Apart from covering us in kisses and looking at us with love-filled eyes, they do other…
One thing I have thought about and even wrote about is just how much I would love to have the ability to save every stray pup in the world. Even though it’s an unrealistic thought, I want to do something about it, and I try to, but then I remember I am only one person….
They say that timing is everything, and this holds particularly true in the case of little Travolta. Found on the side of the road by a giant-hearted Uber driver, Travolta didn’t have much time. Starved, exhausted, and weighing only half of what he should weigh, he was near the point of no return. That day,…
No person can replace a dog’s owner, and that day – Tonka and Little P were left heartbroken! These two amazing Pitties lost their best friend in the world – their hooman, Kris, on a tragic hiking trip in Colorado. After losing his footing on a cliff, Kris and his dogs ended up at the…
After losing her furry brother, a senior Labrador named King, Gigi felt sad and grief-stricken. Having lost her companion and playmate, she was also lonely. Her owner, Aaron Michael Louis, thought bringing Gigi to the park to socialize would help her, but other dog owners were not so considerate. People kept avoiding Gigi, and would…
Dogs… Their love and loyalty know no boundaries. We love our four-legged friends with all our heart, and we wish to make them happy. All canines are equally deserving of having a wonderful family and a forever home. My heart breaks every time I hear stories of innocent and faithful pups who were betrayed and…
One thing that isn’t often talked about is just how difficult it is to work at a shelter. A lot of the time, you are overcrowded and can’t accept any new dogs, so it can get overwhelming. Some simplify the options by trying out different ways to help stray pups. When they can’t accept new…
Stray and abandoned dogs are a very common problem in the world today. Not only is it sad that so many of them have to endure that much, but the fact that few of them will get another chance at life. More needs to be done to ensure that strays are all sheltered and away…
Isn’t it just beautiful how caring most dogs are despite the way many of them are treated horribly? This especially applies to strays who suffer abuse almost all the time, but still remain kind and sweet. I have always wondered why it is like that and why we can’t learn more from them. In this…
They say that rescue dogs display a special kind of gratitude, and they are absolutely right! Since the moment he was given his first pat on the head, Wilf has been nothing but the sweetest lovebug! He was hungry, emaciated, and quite weak in his body, but the one thing he never lost was his…
There are many instances, unfortunately, where one person can not see the beauty and potential of a dog while another sees them as the most precious being in the whole wide world. The doggo of today’s story suffered this exact fate, as he was surrendered by a breeder to a local shelter due to some…
Imagine hearing a strange sound coming from your beautifully-decorated Christmas tree. Might I add, it’s a fake tree. Brett Ingram, from Dallas, Texas, came back home from a second day at her new job to find something unusual hiding in her Christmas tree. First, it started with a faint sound that she couldn’t quite pinpoint,…
Stanley is a velcro dog whose love language is definitely physical touch. He does not like personal space nor does he want to be alone – ever. He must be touching his dad at all times, and if his dad is not around by chance, he will find someone nearby to touch. Harboring an indomitable…
Christmas is the time of gift-giving, and the youngest ones are most happy with the presents that Santa brings under the tree. However, the animals are no less excited when they are surprised by a gift early on Christmas morning. For this very reason, a shelter located in Des Moines, Iowa, made an effort to…
Imagine walking along a busy street when suddenly you spot someone who looks just like you! Wouldn’t that be exciting? Well, guess what? Animals can have similar experiences too! Just like us, they can feel a special connection when they come across someone who looks almost identical to them. Get ready to join us on…
Animal abuse is a never-ending problem that millions of dogs all over the world face every year. Even though this sort of cruelty is punishable by law, adequate strategies to address and prevent it are still lacking. Seeing dogs like Angel fighting for life is never easy, and it makes us question all of humanity….
Reading and watching rescue stories about dogs has always been both a good and a sad experience for me. On one hand, I get depressed seeing dogs suffer… on the other, seeing them get a happy ending is very uplifting. But, being reminded that there are so many of them suffering, even now, is a…
Abandonment is one of the most difficult things for dogs, as most of them can’t even grasp the mere idea that their former owner no longer wants them. So, they simply stop doing anything and just wait, hoping that someone would come back for them, but it never happens. It’s cruel and unforgiving, and unfortunately,…
It is a very popular misconception that cats and dogs are sworn enemies. There are hundreds of furry pairs that consist of a sassy cat and a playful dog that couldn’t go a single day without each other, debunking this silly little myth. However, there are some instances where the cat simply does not want…
As a former dog owner, I have to admit that it was a really difficult job. I would have a lot of trouble, which would make it difficult to give my German Shepherd the attention he deserved. But, despite this, I loved him very much and would do anything for him. Even at times when…
Despite not having the finances or available fosters, Puppy Kitty NY City animal rescue simply couldn’t say ‘no’ when an animal abuse case dropped in their laps. The poor animals were literally being starved, and they just couldn’t let them suffer anymore. A bonded pair of a dog and a cat was in such bad…
When a rescuer by the name of Tanja Vidergar was near a highway road feeding some stray dogs, she met something very interesting. A blind dog rushed over to the food Tanja placed on the ground and ate it as if she hadn’t had a meal in a very long time. After she finished her…
It’s absolutely heartbreaking to think that some cruel humans are capable of hurting innocent and defenseless pups. The canines, just like all other animals, deserve to be loved without boundaries and treated with the utmost kindness and compassion. How can anyone mistreat and abuse these creatures who want to cuddle and shower us with love…