Stories

Isn’t it wonderful how some dogs, despite all the storms and heartaches in their lives, still choose to love? Take Pongo, for instance. It’s even …

They say that every new day is a new adventure with your dog, and they’re usually right. But, if you have a Dachshund, the adventure …

When a Good Samaritan spotted a terrified pup curled up behind a dumpster in an alley in St. Louis, Missouri, they called Stray Rescue of …

No matter how hard they try, many shelter dogs fail to impress their potential adopters. For some reason, they remain overlooked, waiting for that “perfect …

Frank, an adorable mini Dachshund, has been the apple of his mom, Jordan Mandel, ever since she welcomed him to her home in Hoboken, New …

We all know that dogs are extremely capable of pulling pranks on humans, whether it’s intentional or not. Either way, it’s always hilarious. It’s up …

Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, it’s nearly impossible to help a dog in need. Yet sometimes, a dog comes to you, practically begging …

Sometimes, you embark on a rescue mission to save one dog and end up rescuing an entirely different four-legged furball instead. That’s exactly what happened …

A cheerful boy was walking casually through the streets of Hammond, Louisiana one day, not expecting anything surprising to happen. However, at one point, he …

Imagine you’re just going on a break to your favorite restaurant or diner when you suddenly see a furry animal begging for your help. You …

What some neglectful owners usually tend to forget is just how much a sheltered life can mean for most dogs. It doesn’t take much. They …

It’s no secret that a responsible owner would do anything for their furry companion. Still, some stories resonate deeply with us, showing the profound relationship …

Every dog is different and requires a different approach in order to function at its best. Sometimes, it is not easy for owners to come …

All stray dogs dream of finding someone who would love them and give them a home. Flora’s dream was not different. The gorgeous German Shepherd …

Every dog deserves infinite love – not the bitter feeling of betrayal and heartbreak. And yet, cruel dog owners continue hurting their dogs’ feelings and …

Whenever I read a story about a pup who was left in front of the shelter, I keep thinking why someone would do something like …

Dogs have impeccable instincts when it comes to spotting things that are hard for us humans to see. They can either smell it or use …

A shelter environment, no matter how calming or endearing, is never ideal for dogs. The very concept of being locked in a small enclosure for …

Seeing dogs cope with shelter conditions is always a heartbreak, but seeing one just being surrendered to a shelter is beyond words. Macaroni, a one-year-old …

When Ruby was just a furbaby, she arrived at a shelter in Arizona. The adorable white and gray Pit Bull mix was hopeful that she …

One of the biggest misconceptions that breaks my heart over and over again is that animals don’t have feelings. It has become an everyday occurrence …

If you are a proud pet owner like myself, then I am absolutely positive that your phone gallery is filled with photos of your furry …

Remember the chills and that feeling of uncertainty when you sent your dog to daycare for the first time? I know I do! Well, recently, …

Saving and making an abandoned animal happy again is truly one of the most beautiful feelings if you have a big heart.  There is nothing …

I truly believe that everything happens for a reason and at the right time. Today’s story about a stray puppy and a kind-hearted woman is …

Aah… early spring!  Nature is waking up, slowly one day at a time. Right before you know it, the days are longer, warmer, and full …

In my time writing about abandoned dogs, I’ve seen people leave them on the road, tie them up somewhere, or just dump the poor pups …

Coming to work one early morning, a woman named Breanna Gilliam thought it was going to be just a regular day at the Yadkin County …

Committing to a dog means agreeing to embark on a wonderful journey, with all its ups and downs. And its duration, a lifetime, is arguably …

For dog owners, their furry buddies are, without a doubt, the most unique companions. But, what if your dog were truly unique in terms of …

Rayn was just a sweet puppy who deserved to have a human who would love her unconditionally and pamper her. Sadly, her owner was far …

While standing on a platform waiting for her train in New York City, a woman named Kristine Malone heard something quite strange. Little cries were …

It’s not every day that you run into a dog who has been so severely mistreated that you need to call rescuers for help. Situations …

It is not unusual to come upon a few animals while you are walking by the lake in El Dorado, California.  One woman named Mathilda …

Sometimes, while getting ready for work, you think that your day will be the same as it has always been and that nothing out of …

Throughout our journeys, I think we have witnessed many stories where some kind of puppy mill is exposed in the U.S., and then the dogs …

Once you taste freedom, it’s hard to go back, ever – even for our four-legged friends. Now, imagine the heartbreak a shelter dog can feel …

Doggy daycares are really an amazing environment for dogs. While there, they can spend all of their time socializing with other pooches. It’s also great …

Salem’s life was anything but easy. Unlike many canines who enjoy the status of “favorite four-legged pet” in their families, this was not the case …

Green Bean arrived at the Pennsylvania SPCA after being rescued from a dog fighting ring alongside 32 other dogs.  While many of his companions quickly …

Sadly, it is not a surprise to see an abandoned dog wandering the street all alone these days, especially for people whose lives revolve around …

Our four-legged friends respond to trauma instinctively. Once abused and mistreated, it takes a lot of time to earn their trust back, no matter how …

What people often fail to understand is that dogs have only one true love in lives: their owners. Sadly, many people decide to end that …

When the residents of a neighborhood in Dallas, Texas, noticed an unfamiliar truck parked in front of their home, they asked their neighbors whose it …

In the stillness of the night, a mysterious and heartwarming surprise left residents of North Carolina in awe and disbelief.  Imagine hearing the sound of …

Sometimes, we all need to be a little creative, right? You don’t want to miss out on an exciting trip or a fabulous outing just …

When a family, located in Banbury, Connecticut, heard some high-pitched noises that sounded like cries, they decided to investigate. As they followed the crying sounds, …

As someone who has owned quite a few dogs in the past, I can confidently say that we have all had a moment in our …

I have read many harrowing stories about dogs who were dumped, but this recent cruel case of abandonment is something I have never encountered before …

For many shelter dogs, getting a day out with a volunteer may be their only chance for freedom and joy. Outside, their pure happiness of …