Stories – PupVine
Dogs are incredibly resilient animals, but they, too, are vulnerable. There is only so much a sweet pup can take before he gets depressed. The cause for a lot of their psychological problems is other people who abuse and neglect them or simply abandon them on the streets. Regardless of which one it is, it’s…
It was a rainy day outside when a young teenager named Ubaldo Apolinar, from Selma, California, heard scratching on his front door. When he went to investigate, he found a small puppy sheltering from the rain on his porch. With a deep sense of responsibility and a desire to ensure the safety of the lost…
A shelter is not a place for dogs, and we all know that. Unfortunately, many of our furry friends are still forced to spend the majority of their lives in that dark place. It is especially sad to see senior dogs behind the bars of a kennel. Except for the fact that they deserve a…
A shelter is not the right place for dogs, and we all know it. Yet, countless dogs still end up in these dark, cold places. It is especially difficult for these innocent beings to endure the harsh conditions of a kennel after experiencing the warmth of a loving home — even more so when they…
On a journey to help a dog, many rescuers will go through a lot of trials and tribulations. A lot of dogs who are saved from the street often need a thorough evaluation. This way, the rescuers can make sure they are not a danger to anyone, so they can begin helping them process and…
Don’t judge a book by its cover, or in Belle’s words – don’t judge a dog by its rough past! This sweet Husky pup is everything but ordinary. After living on the edge for who knows how long (and where), she has finally found her ideal home with a wonderful family. But, that’s not what…
Dogs are just so special. Everything they do makes people want to love them. They are our perfect little companions and I don’t even want to imagine a world without them. They can always make us feel good, even when all of the problems and the stress of daily life just seem too much. And,…
Even with all the rescues Donna Lochmann has conducted over the years, she still refuses to give up on an animal in need, picking up every call she receives. This is especially true during those times of the year when the weather is acting up. During the summer months, it’s scorching heat, and in the…
“Loyalty is a two-way street” must have been the motto of an abandoned Pitbull and her Yorkie mix buddy from Southern California! When this adorable pair of dogs was found lying on the street, they refused to leave each other’s side! Even without food and adequate shelter above their heads, the dogs just knew they…
Police work involves a lot of responsibilities, and sometimes, it even means taking care of innocent little animals. One of the officers from the Lakeland Police Department in Florida knows this the best. Officer Kareem Garibaldi was driving around one of Lakeland’s neighborhoods when he suddenly spotted this small Pitbull/Boxer mix puppy running around loose. …
I think we can all agree that animals are pretty amazing. Not only are they our best friends and loyal protectors, but they also make the world a better (and much cuter) place! It’s no wonder so many people surround themselves with furry companions. But sometimes, having just one pet isn’t enough. Some people dedicate…
Have you ever thought about the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift? How about a dog? While Chris and Carrie, a New Jersey couple, didn’t plan on spicing their romantic holiday with a furry surprise, things with Fetty unfolded in the blink of an eye… and he indeed became the ultimate gift! This blind and deaf senior…
Being an animal control officer carries a heartbreaking responsibility – one that often involves finding furry babies in devastating conditions. One Texas officer was scouting the area for abandoned dogs when they stumbled upon Pixie. She had been mercilessly tied to a pole by her previous owners, far from anyone who could find her. Pixie…
How sad it is to see a dog being forced to leave its beloved home after so many years? Those tiny, four-legged furballs looking all confused and sad while trying to settle in a shelter just break my heart! And, recently, it broke again when I learned about Jade’s story! After more than a decade…
One thing is for sure: seeing a dog struggle in inhumane conditions is absolutely heartbreaking. Now, imagine what animal rescuers have to go through on a daily basis… The things they see, the heartbreaks they feel, and all the helpless dogs they encounter – I don’t think we ever thank them enough. Suzette Hall, a…
Samantha used to have a loving home and an owner who adored her. It was a dream come true. Sadly, her world turned upside down when her beloved owner suffered a stroke and could no longer take care of her. Her owner’s family made a heartbreaking decision and surrendered Samantha to a shelter in Los…
Shelter dogs’ hearts are filled with hope that one day, their humans will find them and promise to love them forever. Zare, an adorable shelter dog, dreamed of meeting his humans and feeling their infinite love. Upon arriving at Livingston County Humane Society, located in Pontiac, Illinois, Zare delighted the staff with his affectionate and…
The dog distribution system works in mysterious yet perfect ways. For every abandoned pup in the world, there’s a kind hooman ready to step up when needed. In this case, there were two of them – Krystal Capone and her partner, Zachary Hughes. The couple was on vacation in Bryson City, North Carolina, when they…
Just recently, I started thinking about how dogs were first domesticated over 30,000 years ago and I just can’t overstate how important this event was for humanity, even today. Yet, despite the fact that they have been at our side for that long, some people still continue to abuse or neglect their pups. It’s horrible…
No matter how untrained they might be or what they have been through, rescue dogs are, without a doubt, one of the best companions a human can wish for. With the goal of finding a safe shelter, these four-legged beauties seek only one thing – love! And, if they find it at last, they sure…
I have always held great admiration for people who are willing to take care of multiple pups at once. It’s really such a wonderful act of kindness. Even though it will likely be very exhausting and expensive to take care of a small dog family, or just several different ones, it’s still amazing. This couple…
Even though they grow old, most doggos never let go of that puppy spirit that’s inside of them. They continue to play and run around as much as they can, sometimes even forgetting that they are no longer the energetic pups that they once were. Luckily, many dog owners have decided to embrace this puppy…
I think we can all agree that vets are heroes without capes. Not only do they dedicate their entire lives to animals in need, making them feel happy and healthy, but they also help many pet owners whenever they need assistance with their furry buddies. And, the lengths that they are willing to go to…
Dogs get so attached to their hoomans that they begin seeing them as best friends or even family members. In fact, they get so attached that they cannot imagine a day spent without them. All they do is think about all the fun activities they will do with their favorite hoomans in the whole wide…
When you lose a pup, nothing can truly fill that void of emptiness. The best you can do is remember all those cherished memories and look through pictures that remind you of your beloved pooch. Jessica Sattelberger and her partner, Adam, faced that heartbreak when their rescue dog, Myrtle, crossed the rainbow bridge. After losing…
Imagine how confused and scared a dog named Chico felt after his owner threw him out of a car on a busy road in Signal Hill, California. Not realizing that his human no longer wanted him, the heartbroken pup frantically chased their car for miles and miles, hoping that they would let him in. The…
Owning a pet should be a responsibility for life, but apparently, not everyone thinks like that. No matter how much the shelters try to welcome everyone with open arms and offer assistance, some individuals still opt for the despicable act of abandonment. Why? I think I’ll never understand. In the city of Ridgeway, Virginia, rescuers…
Every once in a while, licensed rescuers stumble upon unexpected surprises hidden in the weirdest places. This time, it was Karenlynn Stracher, a long-time rescuer at Long Island Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, New York. When a group of local workers attempted to change a water meter in a well in Levittown, they noticed strange movement…
Get ready for a heartwarming story that will make you believe in miracles! Tania Isenstein, the chairman of Animal Lighthouse Rescue, came across a mysterious bag of garbage and was shocked by what she discovered inside! Horrifying Surprise Turns Into A Miracle Liza Arias, the executive director of Animal Lighthouse Rescue’s sister-shelter, made a shocking…
Living your days in a shelter isn’t as easy as one might think. Even though you are surrounded by incredible staff and volunteers who do everything they can to ensure that you have the best time possible, sometimes that just isn’t enough. Countless adorable animals who are forced to stay at a shelter share the…
Sure, when it comes to our beloved four-legged pets, we all know that table scraps and food leftovers are off the menu. Okay, I admit that sometimes we cave when we see those hauntingly cute eyes begging for a bite. But, in most cases, it’s a big NO! Lucy, a fifteen-year-old Tennessee dog, doesn’t have…
Every dog wants a home where they can feel safe and loved, yet sadly, not all are lucky enough to have this luxury. Instead, dusty street corners and distant, abandoned places are all some dogs know. And, for things to be worse, they end up there just because their owners decide not to want them…
Every city dog loves some off-leash park time, and Simon is no exception. However, this New York pup has something really special. For most pups, when they come home, they immediately grab their favorite toy or run to their designated spot on the couch. But, Simon has a special sash full of custom merit badges!…
The issue of stray dogs is a persistent problem across the United States, and it’s one that’s being worked on by numerous rescue organizations. But, one other problem that is often overlooked is the case where people who own dogs mistreat, abuse, and completely neglect them. For these poor pups, anything would be better than…
Suzette Hall, the founder of a California-based rescue by the name of Logan’s Legacy 29, constantly receives calls about stray pups who wander the streets of Southern California looking for a kind hooman who will offer them a helping hand. However, one day, she received a call that wasn’t like the rest. A Good Samaritan…
Stray dogs don’t have the luxury of living a day without a worry, and their ultimate goal is to find a place to call their own. Sadly, only a small percentage of these lifetime wanderers catch the attention of a kind-hearted soul, but when that happens – they, without a doubt, become the greatest pets…
Soaking up their mom’s love was all that three newborn puppies ever wanted. Unfortunately, cold-hearted people snatched them from their mom’s arms without feeling any compassion. They put the furbabies in a box and left them in a dumpster in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The helpless puppies were around ten days old and couldn’t understand…
In the sea of brilliant stories involving animal heroes as main protagonists, one topic has never ceased to fascinate me – service dogs! I mean, are there better helpers than our four-legged buddies who dedicate their lives to assisting people? I don’t think so! Tracker, a canine from Alabama, is a diabetic alert dog who…
The greatest dream of all pups who spend their days in a shelter is to find a loving home and human parents who would make them feel loved and cared for. They long to experience life outside the shelter walls and feel what it’s like to be free. Sadly, older shelter dogs and special-needs dogs…
Accidents happen and, unfortunately, sometimes we can’t do anything about it. Overnight, people lose everything, but they are still happy if they don’t lose their loved ones. Megan Schnapp and her partner Joshua Jeffries lost their home in Haymarket, Virginia after an explosion. The couple and their children managed to escape in time, and one…
K-9s are more than just dogs – they’re heroes who ditched their capes and have paws! These clever, loyal pups are specially trained to help the police, firefighters, and search teams in ways that humans just can’t. Whether they have to sniff out danger, find missing people, or help protect their communities, these brave pups…
I have seen people treat and get rid of their dogs in the most cruel ways imaginable. But, one thing that always shocks me is seeing pups get poisoned. In some places, people will put poison in food and give it to dogs to eat. It’s absolutely horrible and needs to stop immediately. One such…
Just recently, I stumbled upon an interesting quote from Karen Davison that said: “Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.” While it seems obvious, it is one thing that most of us take for granted or overlook when adopting a rescue dog. Most…
Thinking about the countless dogs that were mistreated and used for making a profit makes my heart sink. Heartless breeders deprived these dogs of the right to be loved and turned their lives into a nightmare. A skinny and petrified dog, later named Tina Turner, lived a miserable life with breeders. When they could no…
A little help never hurt anyone. I mean, let’s face it…sometimes we all need a little push. Cholula, a proud dog mama to eight wonderful Pittie babies, definitely needed someone to assist her with all the hard work of nursing. After she gave birth in a local shelter in California, her body was utterly exhausted,…
When Coco went missing, her family was heartbroken. They did everything they could to find their beloved dog, but unfortunately, she disappeared without a trace. Months went by and there was no news of Coco. Although her family started fearing the worst, they still held onto the hope that their girl was still alive and…
All shelter pups hope to leave their tiny kennels for good and find humans who will love them unconditionally. Beau longed to achieve his dream of finding a great family after he was rescued from the streets and taken to Maricopa County Animal Care & Control in Mesa, Arizona. Upon his arrival at the shelter,…
Birth is truly one of the most special moments ever. And the staff at a West Virginia shelter knows all about this. That is why when an adorable Greyhound was giving birth to a litter of puppies, they all gathered and welcomed the babies with open arms. And since there were a lot of puppies…
For dogs, their owners are their home. When they lose them, they don’t only lose a place to be – they lose absolutely everything. One such heartbreaking story about an abandoned dog comes from New Jersey. Reeses Puppycups, an eight-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier, found herself in a tough spot when her owners got evicted. A…
Whenever I see a dog abandoned on the street, one question pops into my head: “What makes an owner resort to such a cruel act?” While I understand that many people lack the resources to take care of their four-legged friends properly, I find it hard to believe that dumping the dog from the car…