Stories

It’s heartbreaking to be reminded of how cruel some dog owners can be toward their pooches. They abandon them and leave them in dangerous conditions without caring if they survive. The puppies in our following story lost faith in humanity after their owners left them in an abandoned basement without any food.  Let’s follow their…

Never underestimate the power of love! Even in what can only be called the worst of times, love has the power to light your way and make it instantly better – like it did with Elephant! This 20-year-old canine was near the end of his life two years ago when his owners surrendered him to…

Cats are the worst, right?  Dogs and dog people are the best! I’ve never heard of cats giving anyone their unconditional love besides their own species. They’re arrogant, snobbish, and so full of themselves! But, one cat proved that all these statements are wrong.  One cat proved that felines aren’t as heartless as they may…

Just when you think you’ve seen it all – a pawdorable doggo pops up somewhere to make your day! Ladies and gentlemen, this time, we present you the fabulous pooch named Knut! He may not be the most famous pooch on social media, but he’s definitely one of the cutest! Together with his sister, Pauli,…

Filmed by his devoted owner, the footage captures an extraordinary encounter between a friendly dog named Ike and a wild deer. You would think that upon meeting a wild deer, the dog would want to chase it down, but no, Ike is not like that. Dogs never cease to amaze me, and Ike is just…

Driving brings so much delight to many dogs. As soon as they hear the keys jingling, they’re ready to head out and enjoy a new adventure in their four-wheeled vehicle.  But, driving can also be such a pain for us drivers, especially when we get stuck in traffic.  While some areas have light traffic, others,…

Some pups are born differently, but that definitely doesn’t mean that they’re not as special! Take Rachel, for example. This adorable cutie pie was born with all of her paws deformed, but she has never taken a smile off her face (nor has she ever stopped being an amazing puppy)! All she needed along her…

Dogs are one of the most compassionate and caring creatures. They shower us with love when we need it the most. Not only do they care for us, but they also give support and love to other dogs and animals who need it.  I’ve heard many heartwarming tales in which dogs displayed their empathetic and…

Let’s play a game… Imagine you’re working at a drive-thru and someone new just pops up for an order. You baffle your standard welcoming words: Welcome to Dairy Queen, may I take your order? And, all you can hear from the other side of the microphone are whines, growls, occasional barks, heavy breathing, and, of…

Life on the streets, filled with uncertainty, is the kind of life that no dog should ever experience. Stray dogs roam the streets, while constantly looking over their shoulder and trying to avoid the danger that surrounds them. After finally being rescued and brought to a shelter, they feel hopeful for the first time that…

Henlo Frens!  It iz I, Jade!  My hooman gave me sum pretty tasty nom noms and asked me to rate them. I love nom noms more than my kibble bits. Oh, boy, I’m so excited for diz! Ready?  Can I start munching now? Okay, okay… I give my ratings, too, geez! The Official Food Ranking…

There are very few parents who wouldn’t do anything for their child, especially when your kid is as sweet as little Rowan.  Rowan is a 7 and ½-year-old boy from Indianola, Washington, who studied the Corgi breed for a school project and fell in love with these pups.  Being the good kid he is, Rowan…

No one likes to be followed, right?  That feeling of someone constantly behind you, creeping, and keeping their eyes on you is more than just unpleasant.  I wish none of us would experience that awful situation.  But, one stalking situation turned out to be pretty harmless. I’d sign up any day to be followed back…

Goose is a purebred Blue Tick Hound that possesses a distinctive appearance and an even more distinctive bark that resembles that of a howl. The director of Adopt-An-ANGEL Animal Shelter in Wilmington, North Carolina, Jill Jones, said that Goose’s barks, or better said, his unique honking cries, often coincide with his feelings.  “He screams when…

The idea of owning a wolf is an enticing one to many people, which is why wolfdog hybrids have become very popular lately.  According to W.O.L.F Sanctuary, there are approximately 250,000 to 500,000 wolves and wolfdogs owned as pets in the United States alone. With high-rising popularity also comes a higher danger of over-breeding, backyard…

Switching homes and moving to a whole new area is a stressful event for all of us. We may not perceive it as something too stressful, but it still leaves an impact.  You can only imagine what it’s like for our dogs. They feel the change, too.  New furniture, new smells, new feeling… New everything! …

Did you know that dogs, too, can be diagnosed with a broken heart? Yup, you’ve read it right! And, an even more shocking part is that it manifests exactly or sometimes even more intensely than in humans. That’s exactly what happened to Reese, a senior doggo girl who was about to give up when her…

We are there for our dogs in sickness and in health. We would never leave them at their worst, nor would they ever leave us. It saddens me to see that some dog owners think otherwise, and that they abandon their furry friends who have health issues. Guppy Hanson was abandoned by both her birth…

 “He’s FIFTY pounds overweight.” Those were the first words everyone would use to describe Tony — a German Shepherd at the Sacramento SPCA who was unfortunately too overweight for his own good.  Without true love and faith in himself, Tony did nothing but eat. He needed a family… someone to believe in him and love…

With every police department, K-9 officers stand as irreplaceable and invaluable assets. Their unique ability to track, detect, and provide unwavering support makes them an integral part of law enforcement.  Among these dedicated canine officers, German Shepherd Maya has emerged as not only a highly-skilled officer, but also as a beloved member of the UW-Madison…

Dog moms usually give birth to rather normal litters of 6 to 7 puppies. But, Petunia was no ordinary dog. This girl’s special in so many ways, and one of them is her litter of 11 pawmazing little ones.  The four-year-old St. Bernard mix ended up in a foster program that offered her and her…

One thing that is common for dogs who are lost or living on the street is that many of them will always politely ask for help from humans. In fact, almost all dogs will be hesitant to approach humans too closely. Instead, they will just wait and hope that someone will give them attention. In…

We’ve known for a long time that dogs are our best friends and that this species shares a sense of companionship far greater than anything else in the animal world. However, this does not mean that our furry friends will not make friends with other animals if they can. On some occasions, they will even…

Donna Lochmann, of Stray Rescue of St. Louis (SRSL), Missouri, sure had a busy day out on the field. After rescuing 19 stray animals from a private residence in one day, Donna had a quite tough challenge. Namely, a little puppy who wasn’t really fond of hoomans had a really tough time trusting Donna and…

While going on a walk on the streets of her neighborhood in St. Louis, Missouri, a woman saw something quite strange. Tied to a stop sign stood an adorable little pup who seemed to be all alone. As the woman was unable to spot any hoomans to which this dog belonged, she slowly approached him,…

You know those instances where your dog does something unusual and you can’t help but find it funny? Well, this is one of those instances. Meet Catarina, a puppy who recently got a really unique makeover. New Hairstyle Catarina, an orphaned puppy who was rescued by her now owner, Rosario, has a very interesting new…

Sure, it’s easy to rest in your comfy bed when you’re the only child in the family, but what about when you have kitten siblings? Rocky, the three-year-old German Shepherd, was quite confused when he found a bunch of his kitten brothers and sisters getting comfy in his doggo bed.  He was probably planning a…

There are so many shelter dogs who were picked up on the streets as strays. Sadly, they never felt what a loving home feels like. For them, coming to a shelter represents hope that they will find humans who will love them forever. On the other hand, dogs who were surrendered to shelters by their…

Being a mother is one of the most challenging, fun, terrifying, and tiring roles a woman can have in her life, and the same applies to female canines. Don’t believe me? Then, check out these photos that prove dog moms carry the same burden of motherhood as human ones. #1 Puppies Will Be Fun, They…

It takes a little to make a dog happy – that’s for sure!  These furballs will probably shower you with love just because you have taken them for a walk or given them a treat that they love so much. Well, for Rambo – happiness was shaped quite differently. After spending more than 150 days…

I know dogs have a weird fixation with mail and mailmen, but I didn’t know they can be obsessed with mailboxes.  Unlike most of his buddies, Rigby enjoys everything about mail, especially the place where it lands.  Some might say he’s weird. Others would claim there’s nothing wrong with being a little bit crazy about…

Those who have never experienced their pet running to them to give them a big cuddle or kiss have difficulty understanding what a joy it is to be a pet parent. They also don’t really understand how hard it is for pet parents to be away from their pets for a couple of days, let…

A woman looking to foster a Pit Bull in need decided to go to an adoption event in New York City, thinking that’s the best place to start. And, it sure was! She had a day to dream of, looking at and petting dogs of all breeds and sizes, until one particular boy caught her…

An incredible female Pittie, Kaya, gave birth to sixteen amazing puppies! When she was first brought to RainCoast Dog Rescue, her foster dad, Jesse, and his partner, had no idea that she was even pregnant!  Once an abandoned Pittie that was slated to be euthanized, she’s now a beautiful mom to a whole bunch of…

Every police officer has a duty and responsibility to serve and protect the community… especially the smallest and most vulnerable members. On October 5, 2019, officers Mercado and Tavera, of the Los Angeles Police Department (Hollywood Division), were doing their regular street patrol when they noticed something small and incredibly cute following them.  It was…

One of the saddest moments dog parents could go through is finding out that their dog went missing. It is a very heavy burden which not only fills their hearts with sadness, but with worry as well. Even though this happened to the family of today’s story, in the end, luck sure smiled on them….

In the time I have spent writing articles about dogs, there were quite a few instances where I had researched a story about missing dogs. The common thing with all of them is that dogs get lost mostly by accident, and their owners relentlessly try to find them. It’s a horrible thing when it happens,…

This is probably the cutest thing you’ll ever see.  Frannie, a two-year-old, long-haired Chihuahua, from Chicago, USA, is a sweet pup that loves to spread joy and happiness everywhere she goes.  But, there is one thing in particular that she loves more than anything – her Postman, Dan.  She fell in love with him the…

Stray dogs live a sad life, void of love and compassion. They grow up on the streets constantly being exposed to danger. Every day, they fight for their survival. It’s heart-wrenching to imagine that so many pups have lost all hope of ever having parents who would love them unconditionally. When they’re sick or injured,…

It is the acts like this one that reassure us that humanity isn’t dead! Throughout hundreds of rescue stories I have come across over the years, this particular one had me shook to the bone! Thanks to the joint forces of the local community and the people who dedicated their life to saving dogs –…

I think most of us at some point have wondered if our dogs can recognize us without being able to see us entirely. I, for one, have tried dressing up a lot during the winter and approaching my dog to see if he can know it’s me purely through smell, and the results were a…

For a lot of dogs, bath time can be a bit of a troublesome experience. Many of them might outright refuse it, or try their best to avoid it, despite the fact it’s necessary. However, some really enjoy every second of it and you can just tell that it’s their favorite part of the day….

Stray dogs live a life full of uncertainty as they wander the streets, looking for food and shelter. After being rescued, they feel safe and taken care of for the first time in their lives. The pups are grateful because they finally have a roof over their head. They begin dreaming of finding their forever…

It’s a horrible thing seeing a stray dog on the streets and starving. It’s even worse when bypassers just ignore them and do not offer any kind of help. Most of the time, these dogs, regardless of where they are, barely survive with an occasional meal they find somewhere on the streets. It’s sad and…

Family reunions can be chaotic, especially when it’s a huge family, but there is nothing better than being surrounded by people who you love and who love you.  And, when you haven’t seen each other for ten months, the reunion becomes even more special.  After taking care of twelve babies and having all of them…

Taking care of senior dogs can be a bit challenging, and unfortunately, not everybody is willing to do it. Dax, a senior pup, was surrendered to a local shelter because his owners could no longer keep up with his needs. Fortunately, the world being full of good people, this scared and confused dog got his…

One thing’s for sure – Hooch is no ordinary girl! This gigantic Great Dane has always been a pampered, goofy dog who wants all the attention possible! And yet, everything she does – she does it with such joy! Her mom, Holly, recently bought her something that made her excited to the bone – a…

Having an affectionate, loyal dog in your home brings tons of fun and happiness to the entire family. But, when you have two dogs that happen to get along with each other – that can’t even be described with words! Kona, the German Shepherd, and Nala, the Lab, have been sharing a home in California…

It is difficult for all of us to watch our pets suffer and be ill, especially when they are newborn babies. Dogs can also face complications during birth. Unluckily, one of the nine puppies from a Chocolate Labrador litter experienced this issue. If it hadn’t been for one person who saved him and gave him…

In a world where some people can be heartless, even during the most festive times, one puppy’s story serves as a reminder of the power of compassion and the incredible transformations it can bring.  It is a tale that reminds us of the best and worst aspects of humanity, highlighting the resilience of animals and…