Stories

It’s no secret that dogs form deep bonds with their humans. Anyone who has ever loved a dog knows the connection is unlike anything else. …

Let’s face it. A lot of people hesitate to help animals unless certain boxes are checked. We all want the happy ending where a cute, …

Spending time at a shelter or with rescue dogs quickly reveals just how heartbreaking it is to see them waiting alone in their kennels. You …

Tigger was a sweet senior dog who deserved to spend his golden years with his family, enjoying life and making wonderful memories. Unfortunately, his owners …

Over the years, I’ve come across many cases where stray pups choose to live in remote areas to avoid people altogether. Most of the time, …

Life can be particularly cruel to stray puppies who are just helpless without their parents or owners. Like, how can they actually survive on their …

Dogs can be surprisingly sneaky when they want something from us. Whether it’s food, attention, or a walk, they’ve mastered the art of getting their …

You never really know when your dog is going to completely surprise you—or leave you totally speechless! But honestly, isn’t that part of the magic? …

We adore our furry companions and go above and beyond to keep them safe. To many of us, dogs aren’t just pets—they’re cherished members of …

Miracles do happen and today’s story about a pup named Blue is a powerful reminder of that. Blue once had an ideal life and a …

Anyone who has ever had a dog knows they can be a little messy—especially when they’re in the mood to play. Their toys seem to …

My heart aches to think how scared a tiny Chihuahua named Cricket must’ve been while wandering the Colorado Desert in Southern California. Instead of being …

I’ve always been curious how often animal rescuers are called out to situations that turn out to be completely different than expected or not even …

While most dogs take a while to get used to a new environment, some pups just know: “This is it! This is where I belong!”  …

No dog should have to fend for themselves on the streets, searching for scraps just to stay alive.Sadly, this is the daily struggle for far …

If there’s one thing every dog owner hopes to give their pup, it’s a life filled with safety, comfort, and love. We do our best …

Unlike humans, many of our canine companions don’t get to choose how they spend their days.  Shelter pups live by the clock, on strict, limited …

Every stray carries a history we may never uncover. Still, when a mystery pup crosses our path, their actions often hint at what they’ve endured …

Being an animal rescuer means staying on alert for the utterly unpredictable. You never know when the next urgent call will unfold. That proved true …

For four long years, Chapo’s life was marked by pain and neglect. His cruel owner kept him chained up in a yard in Houston, Texas, …

Just as a dog’s world centers entirely around their favorite human, any truly devoted pet owner would go to great lengths for their four-legged friend. …

Up until recently, I had no idea just how much dogs thrive on routine. Sure, most stick to the usual—mealtime, walk time, naptime—but every now …

Having a trained dog in your life opens your eyes to just how unbelievably smart and intuitive they really are.We often don’t give dogs enough …

Imagine you are working as a firefighter and you are responding to a car fire incident. You go there to help the people who own …

When it comes to choosing between your pet and other major life decisions, the choice is often clear. Our four-legged friends are a part of …

When Brooke Morosca traveled from Orlando, Florida to New Orleans to attend a concert, she couldn’t have imagined the surprises that were waiting for her. …

Are you the kind of dog parent who, thanks to a flexible work schedule, gets to hang out with your pup all day, every day? …

I think it’s safe to say that every dog in this world probably has someone in their life whom they love even more than they …

It was a cold, wintry day in rural Missouri when a passerby spotted something strange—an odd, repetitive movement coming from a nearby pile of trash. …

When dog owners catch their pups right in the middle of some mischief, they usually step in without wasting a second. What follows is that …

Who knows how many days Sawyer spent struggling on the Texas street, looking at the passing cars and wondering when someone would stop by? When …

Senior dogs are the soul and heart of every shelter. Typically mellow, affectionate, and all about cozy cuddles and sunbathing, they often make ideal pets. …

We all know that dogs like to have fun… sometimes even too much fun. It’s hard to say anything against it, because it’s so heartwarming …

Dogs are always up for a challenge. There are many situations in life where they will be faced with a difficult task, but somehow they …

Phoebe and Tabitha, a pair of sweet Great Danes, waited their whole lives to be loved. Their home was an overcrowded shelter in Georgia. Since …

Imagine you are just doing your job as a mechanic. Everything is going as one would expect, considering you have done it a thousand times. …

It’s really awful for any dog when they lose their owner. A lot of them will end up in a situation that places them in …

One thing is for sure: no matter how resilient, brave, and well-trained our four-legged friends are, they cannot persist in the wilderness without our help…at …

How do you leave a dog and not have your heart utterly broken? And how do you not wonder about their well-being afterward? These are …

It’s truly fascinating how resilient dogs can be. Many of them will suffer from serious illnesses and they always keep going. No matter what the …

I never understood the prejudice some people have about dogs, or rather about the breed. All it takes is one misinterpreted video of a provoked …

Few things compare to adopting an adult shelter dog. Unlike puppies, who are still learning about life, adult rescues have this hauntingly adorable need to …

Watching a dog grow old in a shelter is truly heartbreaking. You can’t help but wonder how their lives might have been different if someone …

Desiree Reyes, a Texas resident, was walking her dogs Knox and Coal in her neighborhood on a hot day when she encountered a heartbreaking scene. …

Some things are just meant to be. When Madeline, a Texas volunteer and foster for more than fifty dogs, first locked eyes with Maya, she …

Moving away to a different state is never easy. There are so many things one needs to figure out. The town, the streets, the people. …

How dogs find the strength to move on after being abandoned is beyond me. Yet, some pups, despite multiple rejections, are still nothing but lovebugs, …

At the latest adoption event in Tampa Bay, excited families came in search of their new furry friend.  Children giggled, tails wagged, and papers rustled …

One of the most devastating parts of being a volunteer is watching dogs be overlooked at adoption events.  Imagine this: you’ve had an amazing event, …

Is there a pup not worthy of love? I don’t think so! No matter how “broken” they may seem, or how many health issues they …