Stories

It’s not unusual to see stray or abandoned dogs on the street. In fact, that happens almost too often these days.  Sure, sometimes it’s understandable …

Being a former dog owner myself, one of the most important factors when it came to adopting a dog was his breed and age. Now, …

I wish all people loved their dogs immensely and cared about their feelings and well-being. If that were the case, no pup would have been …

When truck drivers arrived at a sand pit in Crosby, Texas, to pick up some material, they were saddened to find a delightful dog who …

When a Good Samaritan spotted a severely matted and neglected dog wandering the streets near a school in Pembroke Pines, Florida, they felt devastated. The …

A dog: neglected, facing euthanasia. How sad does this sound? Unfortunately, this is the heartbreaking truth for thousands of dogs out there that part ways …

It was a Saturday morning like any other for teacher, Alex Peterson. Finally, the weekend came. She intended to use it to enjoy the activities …

Bear is Cane Corso dog who wandered the streets of Mobile, Alabama, with his head stuck in a plastic box for nearly a YEAR.  He …

When Rachel Fusaro arrived at Southern Oregon Humane Society in Medford, Oregon, where she volunteers, she met Daffodil and learned her backstory. The heavily pregnant …

I think daycare is a wonderful place for any dog to find playmates, and it helps them learn how to behave around other dogs. This …

One thing that is really reliable when adopting a puppy is that we can usually picture how they will look when they grow up. In …

Once at a high-euthanasia shelter, very few dogs ever get the chance to walk away into a happy ending. Due to overcrowding, these four-legged furballs …

When it comes to adopting dogs, I would say that the main factor most people look at is a pup’s age and breed. Although, an …

A man from Georgia who had just arrived home was sitting in his car when he suddenly heard strange sounds coming from the woods. The …

We all know that dogs are fascinated by anything shiny or an object that they can play with. Show them a ball and it’s like …

When Jody took her dog for a traditional walk across the Enola Low-Grade Trail in Pennsylvania, she thought it would be an outing just like …

Before they reject and kick the dogs out of their lives, cold-hearted people never stop and think about the fear and sadness that every abandoned …

When a couple from Chicago, Illinois went hiking, they thought it would be just another ordinary trip to nature and did not believe any surprises …

We love our furry companions unconditionally and do our best to keep them safe. These loyal and sweet creatures aren’t just pets… they’re beloved family …

A kind-hearted man was on his way to work when he spotted a pile of trash scattered along the road. As he approached the pile, …

While driving, a Mississippi resident named Breanna saw something furry crossing the road and immediately screeched to a stop. Once she got out of the …

Unlike hoomans, our four-legged friends don’t have full control over their time. In fact, many shelter dogs live on a scheduled (and limited) timeline, hoping …

You can understand how sad and unwanted a shelter dog named Maddie must be feeling after spending months waiting for someone to notice her. Ever …

Some people truly take dogs for granted, especially shelter pups. Little do they know that what they see as a casual visit or a trial …

When a California resident, Hilary Klein, noticed a strange heap of fur under a parked trailer, she felt intrigued. The woman decided to walk closer …

Just like all dogs, a Maltese, later named Gandalf, wanted to have a home and a great family who would pamper him with care and …

Even though you could argue that the job of a rescuer is one of the best and most rewarding jobs you can have, they still …

When animal control came across a stray Pittie named Juni, they rescued her and realized that she had recently had puppies.  As much as they …

I cannot even begin to imagine what was on Imelda’s mind that day.  Put in a small kennel in an overcrowded shelter in Kansas, she …

Hopeless and defeated, a doggo stood on the street all alone. Since he was injured and unable to use his back legs due to pain, …

Getting to know a dog isn’t a picnic. It takes time to learn their likes, dislikes, fears, triggers, behavior, and everything that comes with it. …

Many people often fail to understand how fragile a dog’s heart truly is. If they only knew the depth of heartbreak that these four-legged creatures …

We all know that dogs are naturally curious animals. We also know that they like picking things up with their mouth. From their toys all …

Just as a dog’s world revolves around his beloved human, every true owner is ready to do anything for his pet. It is precisely for …

I always find it hilarious when dogs play, and suddenly, one of them does something that he is not supposed to. The shocked reaction on …

When staff members at Bloomfield Animal Shelter (BAS), the shelter in New Jersey, arrived at work one morning, they were in disbelief to find two …

Seeing a dog in a shelter, you never know what stories are hidden underneath those sad puppy eyes. But, the one of Rhoudy, the surrendered …

Every day, we can hear warnings from various organizations about how animals are increasingly endangered and how shelters are fuller. Despite this, many cold-hearted people …

I have seen dogs being treated in incredibly horrible ways so many times now that nothing really surprises me when I see the extent of …

Shelter pups have their own way of communicating and one look into their eyes will reveal their exact feelings and emotions. Cardamon, the adorable Bulldog …

Being an animal rescuer means always being ready for the most unexpected things. You just never know when your new mission is about to unfold.  …

When Bear, a giant St. Bernard mix from Colorado, escaped his sitter, his family was shocked.  Brandy Ross, his owner, already had found it hard …

A puppy named Snuggles was living his best life with his owner, Melanie Epperson, in Buffalo, New York.  He felt loved and thought that nothing …

Imagine going outside to play with your dog. You are just enjoying a game of fetch. The ball is going back and forth, and your …

It’s not too uncommon to see stray dogs who have been beaten up so badly by life that they lose their sense of direction or …

We all know that a dog is man’s best friend, which is true for all breeds. However, Golden Retrievers take that relationship to a whole …

Due to unexpected life circumstances, dog owners are sometimes faced with heartbreaking decisions of surrendering their dogs to shelters. Dogs who are abandoned do not …

In an instant, the life of this sweet Pittie was turned upside down. His owners dumped him and he didn’t know where to go. Trying …

No dog should face the sorrow of being rejected and abandoned. And yet, regrettably, a lot of dogs go through that heartbreaking ordeal. Pablo, a …

No matter how experienced you are, finding abandoned dogs in what can only be described as the worst of places is always hard. And, it …