If dogs could speak, I’m sure they would define happiness as having a wonderful family who adores them and a loving home where they feel …
The festive season is upon us and even our four-legged friends want to celebrate it the right way. Sadly, this is not a privilege afforded …
Who knows how many times Katerina, a sweet shelter dog, wondered why nobody wanted to adopt her as she desperately waited to get noticed? She …
A new puppy can bring a lot of joy, but for Dino the Dachshund, his excitement over a new sibling may leave you quite shocked. …
In a world where pets are more often than not regarded as cherished family members, one Long Island doggy daycare has taken that sentiment to …
How often do you see a rare Tibetan Mastiff being walked by an owner, let alone one roaming the streets? Never? Me neither. Recently, Illinois …
Shock’s life unfolded right by his name – shockingly. Well, at least the big part of it did! After spending fifteen wonderful years surrounded by …
Aside from food and shelter, one thing that can make life difficult for any stray pup is other animals who are also competing for the …
For nearly two years, Yankee, a sweet, goofy dog with a big heart (and an even bigger bark), waited patiently behind shelter doors for someone …
Alyssa and Zachary are a couple that have a special place in their hearts for dogs. Little did they know that a single adoption would …
This Florida resident decided to go shopping one day to get everything he needed to maintain his garden. The most important thing for him was …
A mother dog felt betrayed and worried after her owner abandoned her and her babies in a park in San Antonio, Texas. The little puppies …
The more I spend time with dogs, the more I realize they’re nothing but love-craving, comfort-seeking babies. And, I know I’m close to the truth …
Growing up with a dog is probably one of the most life-changing experiences and I mean that quite literally. Even though we, as humans, go …
All dogs want to have a caring family who would give them a forever home and show them what love feels like. Sadly, too many …
Is there a better life for a dog than to spend its entire life in one home, next to a loving owner? While this is …
An injured dog limped through the traffic, enduring pain as she tried to avoid cars. Although she felt scared and helpless, the pup was filled …
Are you ever able to leave your dog at home while you run errands? And, if you do, what is their reaction when you come …
Dogs and toys. You can’t really perceive one without the other, right? They cling to their toys, play with them, hold onto them, and sometimes …
When hosting adoption events, the one thing rescuers hope for is that every dog finds a forever home. These events usually go well, and a …
Los Angeles’ devastating wildfire has left a huge void in our hearts. People lost their houses. Families lost their loved ones. And, even pets, our …
Sometimes, it’s quite difficult to explain the human-dog bond to people who have never owned one. The love you feel, like, all the time, the …
You can’t possibly know how great of companions rescue dogs are until you give your home to one! Despite hardship, sleepless nights under the open …
When a sweet soon-to-be mother dog named Molly most needed the love and comfort of a home, her owner surrendered her to a shelter. At …
Winter is a magical time of year. Snow falls, decorations add that charming, movie-like spark to the city, and people rush to shops for hot …
If you have been an animal rescuer for some time, you have probably seen your fair share of gut-wrenching animal abuse. Considering just how many …
The job of an officer never ends. You never know when you’re about to intervene or when your assistance will be crucial. The Huron Police …
Jacqui and her husband couldn’t have foreseen that they would save a precious life while they were on their honeymoon. However, that is exactly what …
It’s a common thing nowadays to see a stray dog in need of help. Some of them will follow you and ask for food or …
Maggie was rescued from the streets and admitted to the Humane Society of Searcy in Arkansas when she was only a puppy. It didn’t take …
Suzette Hall, a dog rescuer from Southern California, has seen it all. She has rescued stray dogs, saved abandoned ones, and tended to severely injured …
Belah was a three-month-old pup who ended up at a shelter after her owners surrendered her. An adorable dog who once enjoyed the warmth and …
If there is one thing in life that I think will always be interesting, it’s reading rescue stories. They give me hope for a better …
Shelter dogs spend their days waiting for someone who will choose them and give them a chance to live a life filled with love. Bernie, …
After meeting Skipper, you’ll say: Now, I’ve seen it all. I’ve seen my fair share of unusual dogs; pups with tails on their foreheads, pups …
Being forced to leave the side of the ones you love is not a pretty situation. Especially when it means leaving them for good! When …
It is always interesting to witness encounters between two different animals, and sometimes, these moments can even be heartwarming. However, this is typically the case …
One of the hardest things for abandoned or stray dogs living on the streets is finding shelter. Whether it is hot or cold outside, a …
Although shelters are not meant to be permanent homes for any dog, sadly, some canines end up spending a lifetime behind kennel bars, hoping that …
Napoleon, a 3-year-old Pit Bull mix, was a regular resident of the streets of Cleveland, Texas. He was most usually seen near a gas station …
The job of a dog rescuer isn’t easy, but it is an immensely rewarding experience to see a pup who was once in need thrive …
A volunteer at Stray Rescue of St. Louis, a shelter in Missouri, was taking a shelter dog for a walk when they noticed something that …
Shugy, a pregnant homeless dog, endured hunger and cold weather day after day. She dreamed of finding a warm and loving home where she could …
How can you ever resist a dog’s smile? Or, their wiggliest, happiest tail wag? Here’s a simple answer – you can’t! And, neither could the …
Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult moments in life. It is when our hearts break into a million pieces upon realizing …
Earlier this year, officers from the Dallas Police Department found a very young animal huddled next to a dumpster on their regular patrol duty in …
The heart of every true dog lover will break when he comes upon a poor abandoned dog left to fend for itself on the harsh …
If there is one thing I will never get tired of, it’s seeing dogs react to the most unusual things in life. I swear, it’s …
No one has told Hashbrown that being in the shelter for so long is no fault of his own, and that just breaks my heart. …
When Peanut Butter and Jelly were picked up from the streets and brought to Sonoma County Animal Services, in California, they attracted a lot of …