Stories – PupVine
Imagine if you had a dragon following you around wherever you went, making sure that you were safe at all costs. Sounds cool, doesn’t it? Well, Mary Poppins has something very similar. And no, I’m not talking about the Mary Poppins from the movies. I’m actually referring to Mary, the Chicken. As she walks around…
Lady’s story is proof that you can, indeed, love your way into a forever home. This stray Pittie captivated the hearts of the Memphis community just by being the friendliest girl ever! When kind volunteers found her hanging in front of a local store, she welcomed them with a nice tail wag. Despite being stray,…
If there is one thing that every dog dreams of, it’s having a loving family and a home to live in. They are much simpler than we are, and this is one of the reasons why we love them so much. However, in life, things never quite turn out the way we want them to….
I have always found it difficult to read stories about abandoned dogs. It’s just depressing to think that a person you love would backstab and leave you when it becomes convenient for them. It’s even more hurtful for dogs because they are much more attached to their human companions and can’t understand why they are…
The word ‘cruel’ fails to describe the people who betray their precious puppies and discard them in the trash. A little brown puppy felt miserable after he was abandoned in a garbage dump. Without knowing what to do, the disillusioned pooch sniffed and rummaged through the garbage, trying to find something to eat. Feeling desperate…
I have to admit, reading about Nona’s story left me really heartbroken. I just can’t imagine what this puppy must have gone through so early on in life. She has spent her life living with a family who couldn’t treat her and she was a very sickly dog who desperately needed medical help. Even though…
Every shelter pup has a dream that pushes them forward and helps them endure the lonely days spent in their shelter kennel. It’s the dream of meeting a loving family who will give them a forever home. Ever since Willow, a Corgi mix, was rescued and brought to a shelter, she yearned to have a…
Numerous heartwarming moments in which it is impossible not to notice a dog’s love and immense loyalty toward its most beloved person show that a dog is man’s best friend. It starts from the earliest days and sometimes even before birth. This is best shown in the heartwarming reaction of one dog when she senses…
Riggs has always longed to share his life with a loving family, wishing to give them all the love he saved in his heart. Unfortunately, the pup’s life was filled with disappointments and heartbreaks. After Riggs was abandoned for the third time, he curled up on the floor of his shelter kennel with a sorrowful…
No pup should ever know the bitter feeling of rejection. Unfortunately, there are countless canines whose hearts are hurt after their families abandon them, depriving them of affection. A little puppy who curled up under a dumpster felt hurt and confused, too. Just when he needed love and protection the most, cruel people dumped him…
Every dog owner knows that their four-legged friend is far more than just a pet… they are part of the family. In fact, they become such an important part of our lives that just imagining a day spent without our fur babies tugs at our hearts. Thankfully, those days are rare. But when they do…
It’s devastating to think that anyone can be so heartless as to separate a tiny puppy from its mom and leave it to fend for itself. Sadly, many furbabies go through this heartbreaking experience. A little puppy who was dumped in the middle of nowhere was overwhelmed with sadness. With a confused expression on his…
Wedding crashers are no surprise lately. An angry ex, a divorced husband, or an uninvited guest eager for free food and drinks can often be seen among the other people who are actually invited to this festive event. Some of us find such people annoying, others find them funny, while some do not pay attention…
Can you imagine how lonely and confused a little puppy named Goldie felt after her owners left her behind? With her whole heart, Goldie believed that her family would come back for her. She kept waiting for them on the same porch in an apartment complex in California. Although her kind-hearted neighbors took care of…
There is no nobler act than saving someone’s life. It is often impossible to do this without risking your own, but if this is not the case, there is no reason not to do it. Nikki Epie, an intern at a vet clinic, knew this best when she offered her Labrador and Golden Retriever mix…
A dog’s life can sometimes be really difficult and full of downfalls. Neglect, abuse, or abandonment by his loved one are perhaps the most difficult things that can happen to him. However, there are dogs that are “forbidden” to feel happiness from the very first day of their lives. These are the canines who are…
Who could stay immune to little puppies’ helpless cries? Yet, there are still countless abandoned infants living in the worst of conditions and begging for help. One such case recently posted by Rescue Mission HT broke thousands of hearts all over the world. The video caught a mom dog desperately trying to warm up her…
Being apart from their loved ones is probably one of the hardest things for doggos, but being abandoned on the street without even realizing it – that’s just beyond words! For the senior dog, Fritter, everything went upside down when his family from Southern California received an eviction notice. They packed up shortly after that,…
Sadie pictured her life one way, yet it turned out to be entirely different. After having a wonderful start, this sweet girl ended up being thrown out like garbage. Her owners decided to get rid of her and leave her in a dumpster, just because she ‘was guilty of pottying indoors.’ At no fault of…
How many times do we hear that dogs are humans’ best friends in the world? A million, I guess. But how often can we see that friendship put into action, especially when a human’s life is on the line? For one Pennsylvania Golden Retriever, that friendship was never in question. After witnessing his owner fall…
A dog’s bravery is something that always continues to fascinate me. They are ready and capable of doing so much just to take care of their loved ones. Vera is no different. She is a very caring mom who has suffered a lot at the hands of other people. However, this did not stop her…
If there is one thing that will always feel incredible, it’s seeing your effort and hard work pay off. Personally, I love helping stray dogs whenever I can. While there aren’t that many where I live, it’s always heartwarming to see smiles on their faces when you offer them a helping hand. Doing something as…
Driving in his car, a devoted animal lover noticed something heartbreaking. A small, helpless pup was hit by a car, resulting in him lying motionless on the ground, begging passers-by to offer him a helping hand. The man immediately stopped his car, approached the pup, carefully got him into his car, and drove him to…
Even though she is the sweetest pup ever, Cartier found herself in a New York City shelter after her previous owners decided that they no longer had time for her. Before dropping her off, they locked her up in her crate, which caused the pup to lose some of its sparkle. However, as soon as…
Piglet stopped counting how many times she stood by her kennel door, feeling unwanted and unworthy of love. For two years, the doggo has lived in hopes that one day, the potential adopters would notice her and give her a loving home. Sadly, that never happened. Piglet watched as other dogs left their kennels in…
The term “soulmate” isn’t exclusive to humans. Many doggos establish a strong, deep connection with one another, and once that bond is formed, it lasts forever. No one in particular can definitely explain why this happens. Some doggos find common ground based on shared experiences from the past. Some become friends by sharing a home….
Luna’s eyes spoke about the heartbreak and despair that she felt as she crouched over her five newborn babies. The scared mama was locked up outside and her tiny puppies clung to her, looking for protection and love. Luna longed to take her children somewhere safe, but sadly, she lost all hope of escaping from…
The animal abandonment issue is on the rise and represents a major problem all over the country. So many puppies and adult dogs end up in life-threatening situations due to their owners’ irresponsible behavior. One such case was recently reported in Crowley, Texas. A whole litter of puppies was carelessly dumped in a field on…
When we hear the phrase “police dog”, our brain goes straight to some big breed, probably the German Shepherd or the Belgian Malinois. However, the story of Midge, the Rat Terrier Chihuahua mix, shows that miniature pooches can be exquisite law enforcers, too. Midge, and her police companion, Sheriff Dan McClelland, shared “the stage” of…
When fur babies are born, they are vulnerable little creatures who depend on their mama’s unconditional affection and loving care. Eight newborn puppies felt heartbroken after merciless people threw them on the street in the pouring rain. The tiny siblings kept crying while they were shivering from the cold. They wished to curl up in…
No matter their shape, breed, or size, animals really do make our world a better place. Not only are they super cute, but they also do whatever they can to bring a smile to our faces. This is because they see us as their friend rather than their owner. Luckily, many hoomans feel this way,…
In an ideal world, every dog would be in a warm home with a loving family and every puppy would be in the arms of her mother. Unfortunately, this world we live in is far from ideal. That’s why we see abandoned dogs every day, as well as mothers who have to take care of…
Dogs are beings that are destined to live with people, and there are many reasons for that. Besides the fact that they need a human to provide them with food, water, and a roof over their heads, love is also a significant factor, sometimes perhaps the most important. However, although it may sound strange at…
Although dogs love their favorite hooman the most, sometimes they, too, can’t wait to be alone at home and express all their hidden energy. Often, in such situations, furniture suffers, and sometimes white goods, but that’s just the way it is with our furry friends. Nevertheless, sometimes the exception proves the rule, and those exceptions…
When you return home from your vacation, I’m sure that you don’t really expect to have visitors waiting for you in your backyard. Well, when Kassidy M. and her partner got back home from their holiday one Sunday night, they immediately went to bed since the trip left them pretty exhausted. However, when they headed…
Although it shouldn’t be like that, humans are often the worst enemies of dogs and they prove that every day with their cruel actions. Abandonment, neglect, and abuse are some of them, but there are really no limits when it comes to human heartlessness. This is exactly what one owner demonstrated when he threw his…
When a woman noticed an unknown pup walking up and down the street, she immediately knew that somebody cruelly abandoned it. Deciding to approach it, the woman knew that something wasn’t right! The pup had a nosebleed and extremely red eyes that wouldn’t stop tearing up. Knowing that she had no time to waste, the…
When I first came across Keller’s story, it broke my heart. How could such a sweet, loving boi ever be without a loving family? How did he ever end up alone? With these questions in mind, I realized that no matter how good of a companion you are, there are some things that you cannot…
It is not necessary to talk much about a dog’s love for a human because it has already been proven in numerous situations. When you give your dog just a little love and attention, he will return it a hundredfold and remain loyal to you for the rest of his life. Although true dog lovers…
If a dog doesn’t grow up in a safe and happy environment, it is highly likely that it will become very antisocial, depressed, and anxious. Because of this, when the pup does find himself in a place where he can actually relax, he often tries to curl up on himself, hiding away from the world…
After going through so many rescue stories, I thought I had experienced almost every kind of heartbreak. However, no matter how many times I read them, I just can’t help but feel sadness when I see a puppy who is so hungry that he is trying to find food in the most unlikely places. This…
Sophie had absolutely no one to pay attention to her. In her days of roaming the streets, she was completely alone. She fought tooth and nail to survive the harsh living conditions, and somehow she managed to do it. But, it simply wasn’t enough for a decent life. Fortunately, she was timely picked up and…
All puppies should have humans who treasure them and who do their best to make them happy. Sadly, too many canines experience abuse from the very people who made a commitment to take care of them and love them forever. Lotte was a five-month-old puppy whose heart became overwhelmed with sadness. Instead of living a…
Every day, shelter employees struggle with the influx of new abandoned and stray dogs. It is not an easy situation at all, but these good people’s love for furry beings simply does not allow them to act otherwise. Apart from the fact that their kennels are filled every day with dogs they find on the…
It is absolutely tragic when a pregnant dog is abandoned by its owner. A person who does that is not only condemning the pup, but her babies as well. They won’t have much chance of survival on their own and street life is incredibly dangerous for any pup who has previously lived in a home….
When someone has a big heart, regardless of the circumstances and all the difficulties, he will find a way to do a good deed. A passionate hiker, Omar, found a hiking group from Los Angeles, California, known as The 5 AM CREW, about one and a half years ago. During that period, these amazing people…
The human-canine bond is one of the oldest ones around. We value our friendship with our furry companions highly. However, as time passes, things change, and not in a good way. As the stray problem increases, many dogs become very distrustful of us, and for good reason. A lot of humans abuse or neglect the…
When dogs find themselves in helpless situations, they rely on human help and compassion. A pup named Joy Bird needed the help of good humans more than ever before. After she got hit by a car, the canine was helplessly lying on the side of a road in St. Louis, Missouri. Her eyes were full…
The fact that people continue to dump their beloved pets on the streets is completely heartbreaking. Since most of them aren’t used to living on the streets, they face incomprehensible hardships that leave them wondering what they did wrong to endure such a difficult fate. Luckily, the world is full of humans who will do…
A dog’s life can sometimes be really hard and cruel. These are beings that were born to be with humans, but today, unfortunately, many people turn their heads away from them. One dog knows that best. This poor thing spent most of her life fending for herself, and every day was survival. She was a…