Stories

Say hello to Halo, a frail pup found deep in a Mississippi forest, curled into a tight ball and barely hanging on. Rescuers were alerted …

After finishing a workday, Arleth Martinez returned to her Baytown, Texas, home and found a heartbreaking sight. A small white puppy was trying to curl …

Life without drama? Is it even worth it?  Well, I’m absolutely positive that Louie, an Illinois Maltipoo, would say a big NO if he could …

 Like all shelter dogs, Ace dreamed of finding a family and being loved unconditionally. He waited and waited for someone to give him a chance, …

What kind of person mistreats a dog to the point that they’re reduced to skin and bones? I’ll never understand people who bring dogs into …

Nothing causes more fear in dogs than the unknown. One moment, they’re living a peaceful life with their owner, and the next, they’re suddenly alone. …

Why is it that the animals who crave love the most often end up suffering? That thought crosses my mind every time I see a …

Annie ended up at the Animal Care Centers of NYC after she was discovered tied to a fence in Brooklyn. The shelter staff were devastated …

There’s no question that love is the most powerful remedy for fear. That’s especially true in the animal world, where so many dogs and other …

Whenever I see a dog sharing a moment with a mail carrier or delivery driver, I start wondering if dogs secretly have second lives with …

When a young dog finds love and a family to call their own, it feels like everything finally falls into place. But when that comfort …

Animal cruelty has hit a troubling high in recent years. Because of neglectful owners, many dogs end up abandoned and homeless. To make things worse, …

As I read this story, I couldn’t help but feel a deep sadness. Dogs that are adopted don’t expect their families to leave them — …

Love, safety, and companionship mean everything to a dog living with someone they care about deeply. But life isn’t always kind. A dog who once …

Most dogs love to play. It’s one of their favorite things, and they never seem to get tired of it no matter their age. They …

Sometimes, dogs are abandoned without cause and left helpless, far from anyone who might lend a hand. But in other cases, people face difficult situations, …

I’m sure everyone knows how long 12 years can feel. Now, imagine how much longer that seems in dog years! In that time, dogs forget …

I love heartwarming dog stories. They always brighten my day and I am sure they do for many other people. There’s something wholesome about many …

Admiring your pup’s beautiful coat is always a joy, but the maintenance behind it can be quite the task! Grooming takes a lot of commitment, …

The most heartbreaking thing a puppy can feel is being unwanted and left behind. A group of small white pups was devastated after being left …

When reading through many of the rescue stories, I thought I had seen it all. I assumed that I knew how much stray dogs go …

We all know that long-haired dogs need the occasional visit to the groomer for a proper trim. While it’s not a favorite activity for many …

Usually, when we wake up and prepare for our day, we don’t expect to become heroes. One day, a Good Samaritan working on a property …

Have you ever made an honest mistake and initially got in trouble for it, only for it to turn into a funny story later on? …

Stray dogs wander day after day, searching for shelter and something to eat. Their lives are filled with fear, danger, and unpredictability. Some end up …

Adopting a rescue dog is one of the most generous things a person can do for an animal that’s been through a lot. There are …

As much as we’d love to understand, there’s an adorably secret part of the child-dog relationship that only this duo can reach. It’s their little …

No one truly knows what Goldie endured before she was discovered on the streets of South Carolina and taken to a struggling shelter. As she …

They say love heals, and this couldn’t be truer than in Gloria’s story. When Emily, her foster mom, first spotted her at a shelter in …

Though dogs are often called man’s best friend, some suffer cruelty at the hands of their owners. Instead of enjoying a caring home, they are …

Despite the constant challenges and long hours, working as an animal rescuer remains one of the most fulfilling roles imaginable! A rescuer’s realization that they …

What do you do when you see a pet being discarded? It’s painful to even think about the fear and confusion these animals must feel …

Never judge a book by its cover. Or, in the case of our four-legged friends: Never judge a dog by its shelter environment!  If there’s …

No dog should ever endure such hardship, yet far too many suffer neglect and cruelty that leave them broken in body and spirit.  Harry, a …

You might not expect how tough some dogs can be, especially those who’ve already weathered so much.  Just when it seems they’ve hit rock bottom …

You know what’s always amazed me about dogs: one moment they act completely one way, and then in just a day, everything changes. I’ve seen …

Imagine how hopeless Roxi must have felt when her human tied her to a light pole and walked away, leaving her beside a highway in …

Dogs give us their unconditional love and loyalty. They stay by our side through everything and ask for very little in return. But not every …

Pongo was just a young pup when the person he trusted most abandoned him. His owner left him alone at an apartment without any goodbye. …

We all know dogs love their walks. Honestly, have you ever met a dog that didn’t want to go out for a long stroll in …

We’ve all witnessed how tough life can be for stray dogs just trying to survive. It’s heartbreaking and harsh, but that’s the reality they face. …

The job of a rescuer is anything but simple. It doesn’t stop at saving a dog, but continues with everything that follows. Dogs need proper …

One of the hardest things to hear is when puppies are scheduled for euthanasia simply because a shelter can’t find them permanent homes. What makes …

Every dog owner knows how devastating it is to lose a furry companion. The connection between a dog and their human runs deep, and when …

When Zira was a young puppy, she ended up in a packed shelter with her mom and littermates. Through no fault of their own, the …

The holidays are a time when we love seeing joyful dogs spending the season in warm homes surrounded by family. While some pups are lucky …

If you have ever owned a dog, you already know the amazing feeling of coming home only to see him or her waiting for you …

When Suzette Hall got word of a shaggy animal spotted at the Home Depot shopping plaza in Compton, California, she knew she had to try …

It’s often the most unremarkable places that hide the biggest surprises. For Brian Waldrop, Stream Team Coordinator at the Missouri Department of Conservationand his fellow …

What would you do if you found your four-legged friend “jailed by the authorities?” Would you bail him out? Or would you let him do …