Stories

A rescuer’s mission is not only to save a dog’s life, but to ensure they never end up homeless again. That’s why it is extremely …

We all make mistakes… that’s for sure. Even pet owners, especially ones who need to leave their four-legged buddies alone for a few hours, sometimes …

If you’re committed to saving dogs’ lives, there’s an unwritten rule: you never know when you’re about to make a heartbreaking discovery. It’s both terrifying …

Jax and Jazz are adorable siblings who love each other deeply.  The two Blue Merle Catahoula mix dogs were inseparable. The brother and sister had …

As soon as the workers at a construction waste landfill in Texas noticed a pregnant dog roaming around their site, they knew that she was …

When it comes to abandoned puppies, one thing I keep asking myself repeatedly is how people can just leave a sweet pup to starve in …

Sammie was born like any other dog – he just wanted to be loved.  Sadly, his life took a terrible turn along with dozens of …

Abandoned dogs and overcrowded shelters are topics that unfortunately have been appearing more and more on the front pages of various media companies lately. Although …

Let’s face it: dogs can be intentionally mischievous sometimes. I mean, we have all seen the look of guilt on their faces when they do …

It is not uncommon to stumble upon unexpected surprises during kayaking adventures.  While enjoying the beauty of nature from a safe distance, you can still …

As a proud dog owner, it’s sometimes hard to accept the fact that your four-legged buddy isn’t perfect. Say what? I mean, of course they …

When it comes to anxiety, we all know that dogs are experts at making us feel better and they are almost universally good at comforting …

Hunger is the number-one issue for all stray and abandoned dogs. Once they are without food, it’s only a matter of time before the inevitable …

It was just another ordinary day for homeowners in Plantation, Florida. They were doing their house choirs, humming aloud, not expecting anything extraordinary to happen.  …

Abandonment is a long-term trauma that often leaves lifetime scars on dogs. I mean, can we blame them?  Imagine having a family one day and …

There are many reasons why somebody would choose to surrender their dog and not all of them have to be bad. Sometimes, people are just …

Working as a rescuer, it’s really difficult to look out for so many dogs and also actively work to find them a new home. Because …

No shelter dog should ever have to be euthanized and denied the chance to live a happy life, but sadly, it is the heartbreaking reality …

Shelter dogs dream of life beyond their lonely kennels and long for true love that only a forever family can give them. Many dogs end …

Imagine this: you are a patrol officer just doing your job. Everything is going smoothly as usual and you are not expecting anything out of …

There are too many cases in this world where people see an abused or neglected dog either on the street or in someone’s home and …

When an adorable deaf Pit Bull by the name of Evie kept on staring at a broken-down truck, her mom, Allison Thomison, didn’t think much …

Joe Dunn, an enthusiastic explorer and hiker, went on one of his many hiking trips in the Florida wilderness.  While he was hiking through the …

I imagine that one of the hardest things for almost every shelter worker is taking care of dogs and seeing their sad faces when they …

In many abandonment stories, dogs usually deal with neglectful owners who never wanted them in the first place, only to later discard them when it’s …

Getting a dog needs to be a well-thought-out decision. From the very moment they enter our life, our furry friends become an important part of …

When Officer Ashley Sanchez, at Eastpointe Police Animal Control Division in Michigan, received a call from a woman who reported a stray dog roaming around …

Imagine walking down the street, just minding your own business, when you suddenly see someone stop their car and throw a dog out of it. …

You know, in all the years that I have been a dog owner, I could never understand why dogs like to destroy some of the …

I was really surprised to learn that dogs can like certain types of human music. I had a dog for a good part of my …

Cali has everything that any dog owner could want in a dog. She is wonderful and sweet, eager to shower everyone with love. Her story …

We have talked many times about how wonderful mama dogs are at caring for their puppies. They devote all of their time and energy to …

When I first adopted my dog many years ago, I was under the impression that he and my cat would never get along. Well, it’s …

Anytime a sweet and loving dog is mistreated severely by the people they trust the most, it leaves a mark on them. The trauma they …

Theo, a Siberian Husky, arrived at his forever home in California when he was just a puppy. His parents, Ingelson and her husband, adored him …

As someone who was a proud dog owner once, I think I can say that I have, on an occasion or two, spoiled my dog …

It doesn’t happen every day that you go to your workplace and make a shocking discovery. However, this is exactly what happened to a utility …

Living on the streets is hard for all homeless canines, but for little puppies, it’s all the more so. Instead of being in their parents’ …

You don’t have to be a dog lover to feel compassion for one that’s been abandoned. However, it’s the bond of ownership that allows you …

Explorers are people who are always seeking to experience something new and unusual, which is what makes this activity so fulfilling for them. This sense …

What seemed like an ordinary day for Lilia Toscano turned into an unforgettable one when she spotted a rubber tote bag left on the roadside …

Loyalty. It’s an unavoidable description of our four-legged friends, don’t you think?  If you’ve ever owned one, you know exactly what I’m talking about. They’re …

Everyone knows that dogs who are rescued need to find a forever home as soon as possible. It’s great that they have a roof over …

Finding some scraps of food and trying to keep warm as the temperatures go down is a daily struggle for homeless dogs. It is even …

There’s no doubt that an owner would do anything to save their furry companions when needed. And I mean – anything! Even surrendering them to …

Is it a coincidence or a miracle?  Who can say?  But, I bet many are revisiting this dilemma after seeing a joyful photo of Emma, …

No puppy should grow up in a shelter and spend the best days of his puppyhood in a narrow kennel instead of a happy and …

It’s always concerning when a dog who has lived in a small and confined space suddenly shuts down and doesn’t want to interact with people …

Have you ever been in a situation where you start looking for your dog, expecting them to be in their usual spot, only to realize …

Even though the life of a rescuer is filled with so many happy and heartwarming memories, they also have moments they wish they could just …