Stories

Having a dog, especially a sweet little puppy in your life is one of the greatest blessings. People who have never experienced it cannot truly …

A heartbreaking story comes from Southern California, where a tiny gray-and-white dog was spotted lying in a school parking lot next to the school’s shrubs.  …

Shelter dogs live in hopes that someone will choose them and welcome them into their home. Every day, they wait by the kennel door, peering …

It’s always heartbreaking to see a dog who is so happy and full of hope suddenly lose all of that when something traumatic happens to …

For street dogs, clinging together is close to brotherhood.  You don’t have siblings. You don’t have a safe shelter. You don’t have anything that even …

Zaina Ateyea, a photographer and animal lover from Texas, was surprised when her dad woke her up one morning to tell her that there was …

I don’t think I need to remind anybody anymore that animals have emotions, too! Just like we hoomans can feel overwhelmed, confused, and even exhausted …

The moment the rescuers at Street Life To The Sweet Life learned that there was an abandoned pup near the highway in Texas, they jumped …

It is dogs like Mulan that make us wonder – how many of these four-legged animals end their journey without having a chance to reveal …

Bo, just like any other shelter dog, wanted to be loved by his new family. Everything looked promising: his adopters passed the interviews, arrived for …

It’s always heartbreaking when we come across a stray dog who needs help, but what makes these situations even more devastating is when there’s horrible …

Imagine you are just working a job at a construction site when you suddenly hear or see something that interrupts you. It’s unclear where the …

One thing I will never understand is how some people perceive dogs merely as breeding machines. Once they’re done ‘producing,’ their owners simply give them …

It was just another typical day for a farmer in Pennsylvania who was unaware of the shocking discovery that he was about to make. Once …

Lily’s eyes reflected the immense sadness that she felt on the day she was brought to Chicago Animal Care and Control. The shy pup couldn’t …

As someone who cares deeply about animals, it always makes me feel bad to see the negative effect we tend to have on them sometimes. …

A tiny tabby kitten never thought that his owners would reject him and kick him out of their home, and yet, sadly, that is exactly …

The job of an animal rescuer is filled with the profound satisfaction of giving furry friends a second chance, but it certainly isn’t easy. Perhaps …

Working as a rescuer who actively tries to save dogs on the street can’t be an easy job. More often than not, it takes hours …

It was a Sunday morning when a Good Samaritan spotted a white dog struggling to stay afloat in New York’s East River. They immediately called …

Shelters were never supposed to be long-term homes but places where dogs stay for a short time before finding their forever home. Unfortunately, some shelter …

Once you win his heart, a dog will be loyal to you for the rest of his life and will love you indefinitely. Numerous stories …

There are many things a lot of stray dogs have to endure in theirlives, but I would argue that it’s especially hard for them knowing …

As someone who was a dog owner before, the one thing I always really enjoyed was seeing my pup’s reaction to getting the food he …

Many people perceive giant dogs as fearless, possibly aggressive beasts incapable of experiencing trauma, but that’s simply not true.  Their size might be intimidating (and …

As someone who doesn’t know much about what it’s like to work as a rescuer, I have always wondered how some shelter staff handle tough …

When a pregnant dog was about to give birth, her owners dropped her off at Dickenson County Shelter in Virginia and surrendered her. The staff …

For many days, this tiny puppy wondered why someone would heartlessly dump her in a ditch.  She was scared, hungry, and in pain… waiting and …

You can’t force dogs to be loving friends. The best you can do is work on their socialization skills, and that’s about it. But forcing …

The lengths a rescuer will go to in order to save an animal in need will never cease to amaze me.  Whether it’s rain, snow, …

Tom and Jerry, while cute and arguably one of the all-time favorite kids’ shows, definitely didn’t do justice to dog-cat friendships. So, don’t let the …

Maria’s life was anything but easy. This sweet girl had so much to give, yet her previous owners threw it all away. Instead of embracing …

Losing a pet, even for only a few hours, is a traumatic experience. Now, imagine the heartbreak Bishop’s owner had to endure when his four-legged …

I always feel horrible when I see stray pups on the street who are struggling, but one thing that breaks my heart even more is …

Every once in a while, I come across a dog story that just makes my blood boil. Sometimes, it just shows how careless and cruel …

It’s always been hilarious to see how other animals react to dogs. For some reason, a lot of them are drawn to our furry companions. …

While a kind-hearted man was walking down the street in the Bronx, New York, he spotted something that broke his heart. A little black dog …

I have always held a firm belief that no matter what happens to a dog in their life, they always deserve a chance to be …

Alexina Bonnaventure has always liked the idea of having a dog. Her husband, however, did not share her enthusiasm.  The two went back and forth …

Unfortunately, it seems as though we keep failing our furry friends time and time again. There are so many stray animals roaming around the streets, …

Meet Cecil – the seven-year-old Goldendoodle sensation from Pittsburgh who became an instant global star. Ever wondered what it takes to become famous overnight? Just …

What makes a dog look mean is just beyond my understanding. Yet, whenever people looked at Sully, a 5-month-old Pittie, they saw this “mean, aggressive …

Caramel roamed the streets, fighting to survive and hoping to finally meet a kind human who would help him. When rescuers saved him and brought …

Stray dogs usually like to find shelter in places where they feel no one will bother them. A lot of the time, that is in …

Losing your furry friend can be one of the hardest things a pet owner can go through.  Spending all those moments with them, watching them …

Nathan Martinelli, a vanlifer and traveler from California, had a lot of thrilling and unforgettable experiences, and yet there is one that surprised him to …

Nowadays, many dogs suffer in sometimes unimaginable conditions, but we don’t understand their pain until we see it with our own eyes.  However, some people …

Getting used to shelter life isn’t easy, especially if you’re a small pup coming from the street and you’ve never felt the kind touch of …

There are no better moments for the dog and its owner than when they go for a walk in the evening and visit familiar places.  …

A dog is truly a man’s best friend. These kind-hearted animals stick with their hoomans through thick and thin. They’re always there to hold your …