Stories

Borya’s worst nightmare began when he found himself lying in a ditch, enduring pain and shivering with cold. The senior dog was in terrible condition. Due to his spinal injury and a wound in his abdomen, he wasn’t able to get up. All he could do was hope that someone would find him and give…

There’s no greater gift for a dog rescuer than seeing a canine they saved from a difficult situation embark on a transformative journey. When the good people of Howl Of A Dog first found Mina, she was absolutely hopeless. This sweet girl lived a life on the edge, severely ill and scared of everyone. She…

Rufus struggled to survive the streets day after day while searching for morsels of food and a quiet corner to rest his tired paws. Although the street life was difficult, this two-year-old Shih Tzu never lost hope of finding a family and curling up in their loving arms. It was the hope of realizing his…

As soon as a Good Samaritan noticed a motionless dog lying in the grass on the side of the road, they contacted AMA Animal Rescue in Brooklyn, urging them to help the poor pooch. The rescuers took him into their care and rushed him to a hospital, hoping that it wasn’t too late to save…

For Shena, seeing trash bags on the side of the highway on her way home is an everyday thing. However, she was driving one day, enjoying the blueberry fields, and spotted an unusual ‘black bag of garbage’, which made her pull over and check it out! And, good thing she did as it was probably…

There are so many poor animals in horrible conditions left to fend for themselves on the cold and harsh streets. What is even more heartbreaking is the fact that most people do not even want to look at them, let alone help them and save their lives. Fortunately, there are always exceptions in the form…

The age-old saying that a dog is a man’s best friend really is true. They dedicate their entire lives to showing us that we are loved and appreciated, but unfortunately, not every dog gets the same in return. The pup of today’s story, who spent six years trying his best to be a good girl…

A pregnant dog stood on the rooftop of an abandoned house that was once her home. Never in her life has she felt more scared. The doggo still couldn’t believe that her owners rejected her and left her behind like they never cared for her at all. With the saddest eyes, the dog looked at…

If you ever need to have a good cry, just remember how attached pups are to their owners.  No matter if they have to be the silliest doggo out there, they would do absolutely anything to see a smile on the faces of their people.  This is especially true for the pups who had a…

In a remarkable tale that defies all odds, a brave little puppy triumphed over unimaginable hardships to discover happiness and love.  She was found abandoned in a garbage bag, starving and sick, as she had been callously discarded near the river. But her life would change drastically when a compassionate soul caught sight of her…

Our dogs are always incredibly protective of us and will do absolutely anything to make sure we are okay. Their loyalty is one of their most admirable qualities, and it’s why they have been our best friends for thousands of years. However, every once in a while, our pups might get a bit too protective…

There are only a handful of things that can truly upset me, and seeing someone mistreat or dump newborn puppies out on the street to die is one of them. I keep wondering just how someone can be so cruel. It only takes a short drive or a simple phone call to a shelter where…

Giving a broken dog hope is like giving them a whole world! Even the saddest of canines are able to transform into wonderful companions with just a little love and compassion. This has been proven true countless times, and Oakley, a ten-month-old puppy, is no exception.  Found in a Missouri yard hiding in bushes, Oakley…

It’s baffling how often I see a case of a dog abandoned in a rural area or next to a road where they can easily end up causing an accident. This type of behavior from other people not only endangers the dogs they dump in the area, but also other people who are driving on…

For the majority of stray dogs out there, life is as unpredictable as it can be. Every new day is a struggle full of uncertainties and challenges. Sadly, due to the inability to shelter themselves from many dangers on the streets, it is not rare to see these four-legged canines being severely injured or facing…

All newborn fur babies need their mother to curl up next to and feel her unconditional love. Her loving embrace is the safest place the fragile puppies could ever be. Sadly, ruthless dog owners snatch the little babies from their mother’s arms and dump them without feeling any remorse or worry for their fate. The…

The heartless acts of some people continue to shock us every day. Unfortunately, those who need them the most are often the main targets of their cruelty.  Every now and then, we come across stories about abandoned, neglected, or abused animals that truly break hearts. It was the same this time when a kind-hearted human…

Seeing a dog saying goodbye to its family is always a heartbreak. Yet, seeing one being cruelly abandoned by his loved ones without even knowing what’s going on is beyond words. The moment of realization that they are being left at the mercy of the unknown triggers a lifelong trauma that these four-legged creatures have…

While jogging, a kind man was surprised to come across a little stray dog sitting on a bridge pier and resting his head on his paws. He gazed into the distance with a pensive expression on his face. Feeling sad and concerned for the pooch, the man was compelled to help and he slowly approached…

There is no greater heartbreak for a true dog lover than to see a poor abandoned dog left to fend for itself on the street. Sadly, it is no longer a surprise at all because abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs are around every corner.  This is exactly what one man was best convinced of when…

With tears in his eyes, a little puppy was crawling on a road in heavy rain, hoping to find his mother. More than anything else in the world, he wished to bury his face in her loving arms. Hungry and exhausted, the fur baby dragged his paws as he cried loudly for help. He didn’t…

After being forced to live on the cold, scary streets, a little pup decided that finding some shelter would help her feel like she belonged somewhere. She spent hours searching for a place she could call her own, but nothing stood out. What is wrong with me? Am I a bad pup? Is that the…

It was a very cold day when this kind woman noticed a struggling pup lying on the ground next to a building in her neighborhood. When she saw the condition this dog was in, she knew that something was wrong, so she immediately called rescuers for help. They answered the call, packed their gear, and…

Many people forget that animals have feelings, too, and subjecting them to traumatic events can have a lasting impact on their overall well-being. And, the pup you are about to meet knows a little too much about this. After being thrown into a body of water because of her illness, the spirit of this sweet…

One of the more common issues of getting older is the inability to stay on our feet over longer periods of time.  So, naturally, people like to take a nap and relax from doing a lot of hard work. It’s perfectly normal. However, for the man in this story, naps are more than just relaxing,…

Pete’s life was miserable. Instead of loving him immensely and taking him on adventures, his owner kept him in a cage his whole life. Deprived of love and proper care, Pete got sick. His careless owner refused to get him the necessary medical attention and nurse him back to health. When the pup most needed…

A group of recreational cyclists were on their usual trail when a single cardboard box dumped by the bridge made them hit their brakes.  While there is nothing unusual about a cardboard box abandoned by the roadside, it was the strange little noises coming from the inside that attracted their attention.  Not knowing what it…

One of the hardest things a rescuer experiences is learning that the owner of a pup is abusing them. They have to drive to the house, confront the owner, and explain to them that what they are doing is wrong, then try to get the pup into their care and take them as far away…

Instead of being wrapped in their mother’s embrace, eleven newborn puppies were fighting for their lives after they were heartlessly thrown on the street in the pouring rain. Hungry and soaking wet, the siblings were trembling with cold. The tiny puppies gathered their last ounce of strength and started crying as loud as they could….

In his adventures, there are a very few things that Tom Hudson hasn’t experienced. This famous sailboat captain and travel addict dedicated his life to exploring continents and crossing oceans in all kinds of ways. However, when he decided to take a canoeing trip on a river one day, he could have never imagined that…

Loyalty is a precious trait – something we as humans don’t always appreciate, especially when it comes to our dogs. They dedicate their entire lives to ours and when that bond is unexpectedly broken, it’s hard for them to understand and move on. What’s even worse is when it happens due to an unfortunate event……

A little blind Corgi puppy was going through his worst nightmare after cruel people abandoned him on the side of a road. Without his mother, the pup felt scared and lonely. He was sitting on the ground with a sad expression on his face, hoping that someone would notice him and take him home. The…

It was a very ordinary day for Heather Tolaro when her friend called her to say that she found a stray dog near her home in Illinois. She told her that the pup had a rope tied around its neck. Because of her allergy to dogs, she couldn’t keep her, so she asked Heather to…

When rescuers received a call about neglected dogs living in an illegal shelter, they dashed to the address to help them. Once the rescue team arrived, they were shocked by the dogs’ terrible state. All of them were malnourished and kept on a chain. Many of them lived in cramped cages. Sadly, due to the…

I have always noted how much of a struggle it is for dogs to live on the streets, and it is even worse for puppies who are abandoned. But, Louis’ story is even more heartbreaking. Because of a leg deformity, this tiny puppy was cruelly abandoned by his owner near a landfill and left to…

Kobold’s family broke his heart when they moved out and left him behind. He was just a puppy who needed infinite love, but instead, he endured loneliness and abandonment. After experiencing betrayal from his family, Kobold stopped trusting humans and believing that he would ever attain happiness. The faithful pup crouched in the corner of…

It doesn’t happen so often that when you go out to mow the grass in your private garden, you see some unknown bucket in the middle of the road. Surely, nothing would be clear to you and you would not know where it suddenly appeared from. And, just imagine if that bucket starts moving slowly…

A chained mother dog felt powerless as she stood in front of an abandoned warehouse with her babies. As much as she tried, the doggo couldn’t stop trembling with cold. Her puppies clung to their mom, trying to keep her warm. The canine family looked into the distance with sorrowful eyes, hoping that someone would…

There are so many heartbreaking stories in the dog world that it can be overwhelming for true dog lovers to comprehend.  One such story involved a Husky who was brought to a shelter in Austin, Texas, with a severely wounded eye, and there was a significant risk that it couldn’t be saved. However, the incredible…

Imagine having to leave your long-time family dog at a shelter. What a heartbreak that would be, am I right? Some people sadly do not share this point of view nor do they consider the heartbreak that a farewell might bring to an abandoned dog. Bam Bam’s owners, for instance, decided to leave him in…

Who among us proud dog owners doesn’t think their pups are unique, am I right? However, Anise Tooley and her boyfriend, Greg Fucich, from Mississippi, have every reason to claim their pups are special without explaining further! Recently, their two Pitties, Pearl and Harley, had a new litter of puppies that the couple was expecting….

I have said it many times before and I will say it again: I can’t understand why some people willingly choose to adopt or take in dogs only to mistreat them afterward. There is no good reason why these owners would choose to adopt a dog. They clearly don’t want a pet, so why bother?…

Many people tend to focus only on the positive side of life with dogs and their favorite humans. They imagine happy pups walking beside their owners, wagging their tails, and playing with children. Unfortunately, we do not live in an ideal world, and many dogs endure heartbreak caused by those they trust the most. Neglect,…

This little injured pup felt so lonely as he roamed the streets, desperately sniffing the ground and searching for leftovers. Since humans didn’t treat him well, the dog became distrustful and closed his heart to love. One day, Desy, a dog rescuer and co-founder of a shelter, noticed the doggo lying on the side of…

They say a dog is a man’s best friend. Yet you never fully believe it until you feel the meaning of it yourself. For Matthew Weatherman, having his dog, Bravery, in his life meant everything. But after this Oregon man sustained life-altering injuries in a devastating car crash, having his four-legged pal by his side…

Imagine the heartbreak that Twiggy experienced after her owners tied her to a wall and turned their backs on her forever. The little puppy’s heart became filled with sadness as she watched them leave.  She wished to beg her heartless family to take her with them, but the short chain around her neck prevented her…

Rescuers with big hearts are always ready to go on another mission in order to save helpless animals in need. It was the same this time when people from the Paw Squadron set out to rescue a poor dog. However, they showed their true greatness when they received a distressing call from a Good Samaritan…

As soon as the rescuers at Frankie Lola and Friends, a rescue in Los Angeles, California, were informed that there was a scared dog on the side of a busy freeway, they dashed to the site. Upon reaching the location, the team saw the dog and Lisa, one of the rescuers approached her and started…

You never know when you’re about to discover something extraordinary. When a random passerby decided to go for a stroll around the city, they absolutely had no idea that they were about to embark on what turned out to be a rescue mission. Then – it happened! The person saw a strange, mysterious pile of…

We often imagine the ideal scenario when it comes to dogs and their lives—happy puppies with their loving mother in a warm home surrounded by kind-hearted people. Unfortunately, this vision is far from reality; the truth is often much harsher than we realize. Many dogs spend their first days of life on the streets or,…