Stories

We all know that dogs are very friendly animals who can make friends with any other animal in the room. Their desire for social interactions …

One day, a man named William Ortiz was passing by a busy local highway in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, when he noticed something strange nearby.  In the …

When you save a stray dog from the streets, you literally change his entire life. It’s one thing they always hope for. In shelters, they …

Seeing abandoned puppies on the street is always a heartwrenching thing to see. At least some of the older puppies have a better chance of …

For most of us, heading to work isn’t exactly thrilling – unless your job involves jumping out of planes every day.  For the rest of …

Some people are sent to the right place at the right time for a reason, and Eddy would definitely agree if he could speak! Unfortunately, …

No matter how neglectful and poorly thought out it may appear at times, dog owners sometimes have no choice but to resort to abandonment.  For …

A warm heart and a handful of kind words were all that an injured dog was searching for as he wandered around a Texas neighborhood. …

When Mario’s family dropped him off at Animal Friends of the Valleys, a shelter in Wildomar, California, he refused to believe that they rejected him. …

When it comes to toys, they are probably your dog’s second-best friend, as it’s something that makes them really happy.  I remember getting the first …

Losing your dog can be one of the most stressful situations in life. Anyone who has gone through this knows what I am talking about. …

Let’s be honest… who hasn’t pretended to be under the weather at least once in their lifetime, right? Maybe to skip a boring class or …

When Natalie Therese and her partner were driving back home from a small getaway by the Columbia River, in Washington, something strange caught their eye. …

My dog is special to me regardless of breed, and I know that every dog owner feels the same. We live with them, share memories, …

While driving in a rural area in Elloree, South Carolina, a couple noticed a snake crossing the road and slowed down right away.   Moments later, …

As the couple hiked in the California woods, slowly approaching its depth, little did they know that an adorable surprise awaited them. While they were …

When people choose a dog they want to adopt, one of the most important factors in the selection is the breed. In fact, I would …

I have never quite seen something as depressing as a dog who was abandoned begging for food on the street. First, it’s tragic that they …

We have all likely experienced our dogs behaving naughty at some point in our lives. I feel like they like to do it on purpose …

Bennie and Jett, two almost identical-looking doggy brothers, were betrayed by humans who dumped them near a church. When they were rescued and taken to …

How does a relaxing bath sound after a long, exhausting day? Perfect, if you ask me. And, perfect, if you ask Nicole, a proud Pug …

Some dogs who used to have a home end up in shelters through no fault of their own.   Their families left the dogs at a …

One of the things every rescuer wants more than anything is to make sure every dog finds a forever home as quickly as possible. Until …

Having a dog who is in his senior year is no easy task. Taking care of them can get difficult because of all the problems …

When a woman went outside her house in Fort Worth, Texas, she couldn’t have imagined that she was about to make an astonishing discovery. After …

All dogs need loving humans who would dote on them and give them love. Sadly, countless dogs never get the chance to feel loved because …

We all know that dogs can sometimes get a little jealous when we give someone else attention over them. It’s natural for them to feel …

We’ve all read the stories. One fortunate pup is abandoned by their owner after their human realized they don’t want them anymore. Or even worse, …

When a Good Samaritan heard some strange noises coming from a dumpster, it didn’t take them long to realize that those were actually the cries …

I will never cease to be amazed by police dogs. Despite their exceptional trainability, there’s just something so humane about their service that embodies loyalty …

When Jaina and Ivy Spagis pulled into the coffee drive-thru in San Bernardino, California, to get a treat, little did they know that they were …

On a stormy night, Animal Care Officer, Perry, received a call about a homeless Pit Bull who was barking at a door in a San …

One thing about living in the suburbs is that life can be really predictable and ordinary, while other times, it’s shocking and surprising, but in …

The greatest gift a dog rescuer can receive is seeing a dog they saved blossom into a brand-new pup. The satisfaction of knowing that a …

Dog owners who dump their dogs don’t care about what happens to them next, nor do they feel the slightest sting of regret for betraying …

A Massachusetts hiker was enjoying his day in the woods until he noticed something furry on the trail and rushed to investigate.  Once he moved …

While a kind-hearted person was boarding a train at the metro station in California, they spotted a tarp on the metro stairs and realized that …

I’ve always loved the saying “A dog recognizes its owner from a mile away,” finding it truly endearing. Recently, I remembered it again when I …

As proud dog owners, we all know that there is nothing our pups love doing more than curling up right next to us and enjoying …

We all like to see happy pups spending time with their beloved people. At the same time, our hearts break when we see neglected or …

Isabella, a one-year-old black Labrador, is a dog of a mysterious past who was transferred to the Humane Society of Broward County, located in Fort …

It’s always heartwarming to see a shelter dog’s reaction when one of the staff or volunteers takes them out to play. They usually enjoy a …

When Aria and Grace Keilbach, sisters from Colorado, moved to the island of Saipan years ago, little did they know their lives would change forever.  …

Stray Rescue of St. Louis has been one of the leading rescue organizations in Missouri for over two decades now.  They’ve been truly making a …

It’s not so common to stumble upon a big, living surprise in a tree trunk. In fact, it’s not common at all! Yet, this Missouri …

How can you ever say goodbye to your furry friend?  Even when you part ways and hug each other one last time, is there a …

A blind and severely matted dog was lying in front of a diner where his owner had abandoned him. Every time the doggo heard people …

When most people adopt a dog, the first thing they assume is that the pup will be very excited upon going to his new home. …

Adopting a dog is one of the kindest things you can do for an animal that has spent most of its time in this world …

Ali Tisdall lives on a farm in Spring Creek, a small community located in Madison County, North Carolina, and cares for many animals.  Although she …