Stories

Each day brings new reminders of how many dogs are left behind, struggling to survive without care. Across the country, countless pups wander the streets, …

Doggy daycare offers a valuable space for pups to socialize, release energy, and learn how to interact with others. For busy pet parents, it’s also …

When I encounter someone behaving rudely in public, I often try to be understanding. Perhaps they’re having a difficult day, and that moment doesn’t reflect …

On a freezing, gusty afternoon in St. Louis, Missouri, a solitary stray dog wandered through the neighborhood, unsure of where to turn. With no shelter …

When a small pug named Maple first emerged from her crate, everything around her felt unfamiliar. The world outside was overwhelming, and she didn’t know …

Imagine spending a sunny afternoon outside, tossing a ball to your dog as he runs with excitement, tail wagging and full of energy. Everything feels …

While adopting a dog is one of the most impactful ways to change a life, there are countless smaller gestures that can make a difference …

Choosing to adopt a dog is a meaningful decision, often shaped by preferences like breed, age, or size. But beyond those traits lies something just …

Over the years, I’ve written countless stories about abandoned dogs and their journeys. But Maeve’s story, filled with pain and resilience, is one that will …

Golden Retrievers don’t ask for much. Give them a walk, a familiar route, and a favorite toy, and they’re set. Most days it all runs …

Routines can change fast, even for a dog who’s been on the same path for years. This golden retriever used to be all energy and …

When rescuers Hanah Hueston and Kathleen Orcutt received a call about a terrified Husky left behind near a lake, they didn’t hesitate. They gathered their …

Four tiny puppies had no idea what was happening when their owner placed them inside a cardboard box and drove away. Confused and scared, the …

All it takes for a dog lover’s heart to break is one look at a neglected dog. But then again, all it takes to mend …

Bo, like so many dogs waiting in shelters, longed for the day he would be chosen by a family who would love him unconditionally. Everything …

For animal rescuers, encountering dogs who shy away from people is a common and heartbreaking reality. Many of these strays carry the emotional weight of …

She asked her mom for a quick update after their dog’s grooming appointment, not expecting anything more than a photo of a happy pup.  But …

Across the country, the sight of abandoned dogs and puppies has sadly become routine for rescuers, animal advocates, and law enforcement. But a recent discovery …

I will never understand how anyone can walk away from dogs who love them and who depend on them, but sadly, it happens too often.  …

Not every dog begins life surrounded by warmth and care.  Some spend their days ignored and forgotten, their once-bright coats fading beneath layers of dirt. …

It’s hard to imagine what was going through Imelda’s mind that day. Alone in a cramped kennel at an overcrowded shelter in Kansas, the two-year-old …

Some dogs spend their entire lives waiting for kindness that never comes. They sit in backyards or wander forgotten streets, watching the world move on …

December often brings stories of miracles, and for one Oklahoma dog named Bonnie, this season turned out to be exactly that. Her journey began on …

One morning in Chicago, a man was driving his child to school when he noticed something heartbreaking on the side of the road: a severely …

When Bear, a large St. Bernard mix from Colorado, slipped away from his pet sitter, his family’s world fell apart. For owner Brandy Ross, trusting …

Some dogs never get a break from the shelter. Sadly, this can be a major problem once the pup is adopted into a new home. …

Sawyer is a small puppy with a big dream. After being rescued from a puppy mill along with his littermates and taken to a Wisconsin …

For days, a small white puppy sat helpless in a roadside ditch, frightened and alone, trying to understand why she had been left behind. She …

When rescuers from Stray Rescue of St. Louis heard about a dog wandering alone in the woods, they wasted no time. Gathering their supplies, they …

Maggie’s journey to a loving home was far from easy. She and her mother, along with her siblings, were cruelly abandoned in the woods near …

Anyone who’s owned a dog knows that leaving them alone can lead to a bit of chaos. It’s almost inevitable. Sometimes dogs act out because …

Every dog deserves the warmth of a loving home and the comfort of safety. Unfortunately, not every pet gets that chance. Some heartless owners abandon …

It should go without saying that animals feel emotions just as deeply as we do. Like people, they can become weary and confused when life …

When they most needed care and safety, a mother dog and her newborn puppies were cruelly left behind in an empty house in Arkansas. Frightened …

Everyone needs a friend. When life feels overwhelming, having someone by your side can make all the difference. Dogs are no exception. Even with the …

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles left behind immense devastation. Entire neighborhoods were reduced to ashes, families were displaced, and countless pets suddenly found themselves …

When a dog loves you, that love is constant and true. Tales of canine devotion always move us, and this touching story from Arizona is …

Most shifts were quiet, just routine rounds and the hum of lights overhead.  But one night, a security guard walking through the parking lot spotted …

Clearing debris along the roadside isn’t usually the kind of work that surprises anyone. Most days it’s the same routine: cutting back branches, picking up …

A mother dog and her two young puppies had nowhere to go as they wandered along a roadside near Lake Trask in Mason County, Washington. …

When a dog becomes part of your life, they quickly grow into family. Over the years, the bond deepens until it feels impossible to imagine …

When Isa Machado and her family moved into their new home in Jacksonville, Florida, excitement filled the air. The trailer-style house felt cozy and full …

Dogs are among the most affectionate beings on earth. Their love and loyalty know no limits, and as pet parents, we can’t help but return …

There are many reasons why people surrender their dogs to shelters. No matter what the reason is, the outcome feels the same for the dogs. …

People find strange things in parks all the time; lost toys, forgotten lunches, sometimes even wallets that never get claimed. Most of it isn’t worth …

Every dog reflects something of its owner’s personality. Some mirror our energy, while others sense when we need calm and offer quiet companionship. Certain pups …

Many people underestimate how fragile a dog’s heart truly is. If they could grasp the depth of sadness dogs feel when separated from their loved …

On the internet, a phenomenon called the cat distribution system is well known, and particularly because stray cats tend to choose their new owners. With …

When staff at Bloomfield Animal Shelter (BAS) in New Jersey arrived one morning, they were met with a sight that left them shaken. Two elderly …

The empathy animals show often goes far beyond what we expect. Though they may not think like humans, their instinct to protect and care for …