Stories

Just the other day, I spotted a stray dog I wanted to pet, but he was simply too frightened of me. Why does that happen? …

The ideal outcome for every shelter dog is to find a forever home right away. Unfortunately, many dogs spend weeks, months, and even years waiting …

It is not hard to imagine how lonely and unwanted a shelter dog named Maddie must have felt after spending so many months with no …

Karenlynn Stracher is a seasoned wildlife rescuer who never hesitates to act when an animal’s life hangs in the balance, no matter how risky the …

Rosie, a staff member at Stray Rescue of St. Louis, was taking a shelter dog for a walk, unaware of the shocking scene she was …

No dog should ever endure the terror of being abandoned. The fear, confusion, and heartbreak can leave lasting scars, and we can only hope these …

We often overlook the stray and abandoned dogs surviving on the streets, but how often do we step in to help them? For many, the …

When Katie Hoover moved into her recently purchased home, she began noticing some odd noises echoing through the rooms. At first, she assumed it was …

It is heartbreaking to think about the number of dogs who suffer at the hands of neglectful and cruel people. One of them was Rosie, …

Getting to know a dog is never instant. It takes patience to learn their quirks, fears, triggers, and the little things that shape their behavior. …

Have you ever met a dog lover who’s not a fan of a Golden Retriever? Or a Bernese Mountain Dog? Neither have I!  Now, imagine …

Dogs are easily captivated by the simplest things, whether it is a shiny object or a toy they can chase. Hand them a ball and …

Dogs who have been abandoned and forced to survive alone never forget the people who mend their broken hearts. Cash, a deaf Great Dane, carried …

While dogs usually adore being around their humans, they also enjoy the freedom of having the house to themselves. In many cases, that pent-up energy …

All dogs deserve to enter the world with love and care. None should ever endure cruelty or heartbreak. Izzy, a pregnant dog, was abandoned by …

When an animal gives birth in what it perceives as an unsafe or unstable setting, it may choose to reject its newborns in order to …

When Remi, a six-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier, finally landed what she thought was her forever family, she couldn’t have been happier. After being sent back …

Dogs are very good at guilt-tripping their owners. I think they feel no shame in knowing that they are doing that to us. Whenever they …

The phrase “don’t judge a book by its cover” sadly still gets ignored far too often.Many people believe a dog is only worthy of adoption …

One of life’s most painful moments comes when we must say goodbye forever to the person we love the most. For every dog, the world …

Out of all regions in the U.S., Orange County, California, might just be one of the most “pet friendly.” Stray animals hold a special place …

All dogs want is a loving family who showers them with cuddles and care, filling their hearts with joy. That’s why it’s so devastating to …

Far too often, people bring a puppy into their lives without fully considering the responsibilities—especially the financial ones. When an emergency or illness happens, some …

Moving to a brand-new state is never simple. There’s so much to learn—the streets, the neighborhoods, the people. So, when Arielle relocated from Florida to …

There’s nothing more heartwarming than watching a shelter dog finally find a forever family. But when that same pup is brought back almost immediately, the …

If you nurture a flower, it will bloom into something beautiful. If you care for your car, it will take you wherever you wish. And …

Many senior dogs are cruelly abandoned during their golden years, deemed “too much to handle” by their families. With age often comes health struggles, and …

It’s sadly common to see stray dogs wandering the streets malnourished, fearful, and wary of humans. Many of them have only ever known neglect or …

When Dove was found wandering the streets as a stray, fear consumed her. Heavily pregnant, the soon-to-be mom curled into the corner of her kennel, …

If dogs could put happiness into words, they would likely describe it as having a caring family and a safe, loving home to call their …

No animal should ever have to feel the crushing pain of being abandoned by the people they loved most. Sadly, countless dogs endure that very …

It can be pretty shocking for any rescuer when they see an obese dog who was overfed by his owners and then either abandoned or …

You never know where the next rescue story will begin. But one thing is certain: when an animal is in need, every true animal lover …

Driving home from the York Parks and Recreation Pumpkin Hunt, one local family encountered something so unusual they didn’t even realize it existed. The moment …

The thought of losing her family never crossed Carmen Belle’s mind. The pup was convinced that her owner loved her and that they would never …

Life didn’t deal Bella, a young shelter pup, the best hand. But instead of folding, she’s determined to play for the win. At one Wisconsin …

Stray dogs are a common sight on the streets, and most of us can recall moments when we’ve passed one during the day. But how …

Sometimes life feels ordinary until, without warning, something remarkable unfolds right in front of you. That’s exactly what happened to a woman named Joni as …

Just like people, dogs deeply grieve the loss of their family members. It can take weeks or even months for them to heal, and even …

Seeing a dog leave a shelter for a forever home is one of the most joyful experiences anyone can witness. But what happens when the …

Have you ever been deceived by your dog’s appearance into thinking that they belong to a certain breed only to find out that it was …

Every stray dreams of having a loving home and kind humans who will finally give them the affection they’ve been missing. As they wander the …

If there is one thing I will never be able to wrap my head around, it’s why people decide to adopt dogs when they don’t …

Abandonment leaves deep wounds that many dogs never fully heal from. Left in unsafe places, these loyal animals have only one instinct, to keep going …

What always amazes me about dogs is how simple their happiness really is. A warm home, tasty meals, someone to love, and a bit of …

James Allen, a Tennessee resident, usually drives the same rural stretch of road in Dickson County on his way to work. He knows every bend …

Sometimes, even wild animals need a bit of kindness. They may know how to fend for themselves in nature, but there are moments when a …

Dogs are truly incredible. They don’t just form bonds with other canines and humans. They can even become besties with cats, hamsters, domestic animals…you name …

The greatest wish for any stray puppy is to be saved from the uncertainty of life on the streets. While spending their days searching for …

Although dogs are known as humans’ best companions, many of them also form deep bonds with other dogs. Some friendships are so strong that they …