Stories

Reading stories about stray dogs and seeing how much they have to go through can be really disheartening sometimes. However, when you know there are kind people out there who are willing to help and are doing their best to change the situation, that feeling slowly goes away. Suzette Hall has been a rescuer for…

All newborn puppies need to soak up their mother’s limitless love and feel safe in her loving arms. Sadly, some fragile fur babies end up separated from their moms. Heartless people snatch them from her embrace and dump them.  Three little puppies felt sorrowful after they found themselves all alone. Their owners betrayed them and…

A dog’s fate can sometimes be really sad. Many canines aren’t lucky enough to be in a warm home with a loving family but are forced to fend for themselves on the street all alone.  That was exactly the fate of Bonsai, a dog who was wandering the streets between two towns with a limping…

Dogs might not be able to speak, but their actions tell more about their personalities than any word could say. And, they often say much better things than human actions. A seven-week-old pup named Gunnar taught the whole world a valuable life lesson and proved that dogs truly are selfless creatures with a high sense…

A mom will do everything in her power to provide the best life for her babies. And that not only stands for hoomans, but doggos, too. When a pup by the name of Leah got pregnant, she tried her best to secure a safe and comfortable shelter for her babies. However, as she was a…

One moment, you’re facing the forever sleep list, and the other, you’re watching the spotlight shine on you.  That’s how Max, the rescue senior, could sum up his life.  Facing his horrible destiny, Max never thought he could be rescued, let alone become a superstar in his local theatre.  But tables turn when you least…

What’s that? Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Did Superman come to Illinois? No, it’s super Leila and her new soft crate! The pup’s been zooming around, going back and forth. Would someone stop her? Buying that soft crate wasn’t a good idea after all… Leila Loves Her Soft Crate Every dog owner…

Dogs are creatures that always make our day with their immense love and loyalty. Having a dog as a companion in life is truly a blessing. However, for the sake of truth, it should be said that dogs, just like everything else in this world, are not ideal. They are very liable to the mischief…

All puppies wish to feel their mother’s endless love and to fall asleep in her loving embrace while she covers them with sweet little kisses. Their mother’s arms are the safest place that the little furballs could ever be. Today’s story is about a three-week-old puppy who was sadly taken from his mother and deprived…

We often say that the love of a dog for his beloved human can not be compared with anything else. In most cases, that is true because our furry friends give all their heart to us and are ready to stay loyal for the rest of their lives.  Unfortunately, some people are either not aware…

One problem that is really difficult to deal with in the animal rescue world is finding help for many senior dogs. Because of their age, most people overlook them when trying to adopt, and to some degree, we can’t really judge anyone.  However, it’s also important to understand that so many of these older animals…

When a couple of Good Samaritans noticed a puppy roaming around a landfill looking for food, they immediately knew that they had stumbled upon another animal who was a victim of abuse and neglect. They rushed to catch the puppy before it could escape, but after managing to do so, the hoomans were completely heartbroken…

It was just a regular Saturday for Alexandra Waychoff and her family, the owners of a ranch in North Carolina. Not knowing that they were in for a surprise, the family was enjoying a sunny day and doing some work in the yard. Suddenly, a stray pup they never met before appeared out of nowhere…

Just like all canines, Velvet wanted to feel loved, but sadly, her heartless owners never treated her with affection.  They kept the sweet dog in a puppy mill, denying her freedom and the chance to enjoy life. Velvet became traumatized and overwhelmed with fear. When she was rescued, Velvet was in a horrible state. The…

When Red was living with his owner, his life was okay for the most part. He had everything and he was naturally loyal to his human dad. However, while he was faithful to his owner, his owner didn’t share the same sentiment. One day, he would be abandoned on the street, and his life would…

While the kind people were taking a walk in a park, they were surprised to hear faint whimpering sounds. They started searching the park, trying to figure out where the sounds were coming from. Their hearts sank when they found a tiny puppy who was trembling from the cold and hunger. Tears rolled down his…

No dog should live without a family and a nice, cozy home. Sadly, this isn’t the case for a plethora of pups out there that struggle to survive in the worst of places. Streets, landfills, remote and deserted areas – these are only some of the places rescuers save thousands of doggos from every day,…

I just thought about something recently. Losing a dog can be a truly traumatic experience for anyone who is going through it. It’s something we all have to go through when we decide to adopt one. It doesn’t matter how much you think you have prepared for the inevitable, it’ll always hurt so much. This…

A hooman-dog relationship is truly beautiful, and one that lasts a lifetime. No matter when you get your first dog, you’ll always remember the first time you went on a walk, shared a hug, or received the nicest, warmest kiss from your furry friend. For Makenzie, that soul dog is Rafeal – a Golden Retriever…

I will always be fascinated by our dog’s ability to make friends in the most unlikely of situations. How they can do it so effortlessly every time is really an amazing thing and it shows just how amazing they are. For this owner, the big surprise came when the disabled dog suddenly met a wild…

In addition to their immense love and loyalty, dogs are beings that are also known for their mischief. Although such behavior can often drive the owner mad, people watching from afar find it difficult to remove the smile from their faces. All these are the charms of the incredible personality of man’s best friend, and…

In most stories we read about dogs, we witness just how sweet, playful, and loving they can be when they are given a chance. But one trait that dogs are also really known for is their loyalty. In fact, I think this is one of their traits that is often taken for granted by us….

When potential adopters consider which dog to take home with them, they generally look for it to be as young as possible.  This is only not the case when someone specifically wants to adopt a dog with less energy and more hours spent in a warm bed than in the playground.  That is exactly what…

Lately, it is nothing new to find an abandoned animal on the street. This is especially true for people whose mission in life is to save these creatures. Just such a person is Christina, a big-hearted ER nurse from Texas, who has saved many lives in her noble career. However, in this regard, one week…

Donna Lochmann, chief life-saving officer with Stray Rescue of St. Louis (SRSL), is a determined animal lover who has hundreds of rescues under her belt. She would often get in her car and drive around St. Louis, looking for abandoned or hurt animals who needed her help. She would also receive a ton of calls…

It was a very ordinary day when homeowners spotted something standing in the yard. They opened the door to the house only to notice it was a stray dog. She just waited there like she was expecting them to do something to help. They got a closer look at her and realized that she was…

Thanks to giant-hearted rescuers who dedicate their lives to saving dogs, many of these four-legged furballs end up having homes. For Donna Lochmann, of Stray Rescue of St. Louis, Missouri, there has been only one goal in her impressive dog-saving career – to help as many of them as possible!  Being the Chief Life-Saving Officer,…

The life of homeless canines is filled with difficulties. Every single day, they tirelessly wander the streets, sniffing the ground and looking for scraps of food in every street corner. With a sorrowful expression on their faces, they fight for their survival, believing that better days will come. Two starving puppies almost lost faith in…

I’ve seen a lot of cruelty being shown to animals, but it always breaks my heart to see people abandon animals who can’t survive on their own. Special needs cases, or paralyzed dogs who will certainly not make it on their own, end up in horrible situations because of neglectful owners, and it’s just horrible….

Just to imagine how sorrowful and desperate canines feel after their owners dump them is utterly heartbreaking. The canines’ gentle hearts that only wanted love ended up hurt and broken. A lovely puppy who was abandoned in a wooded area felt deeply sad after he realized that he was left all alone. Not knowing where…

Countless stray pups live in hopes of a better tomorrow as they struggle to survive on the dangerous and lonely streets. The canines dream of having a family who would cherish them and give them a ton of love. Gloria, a sweet pup covered in mange, wished to meet kind humans who would help her…

Providing a safe haven for wolf dogs isn’t an easy job. It takes a lot of patience and understanding, and, most of all, it takes a lot of knowledge. Yet Kim, of Arctic Fox Daily Wildlife Rescue, New York, does it with perfection! In all her years providing these magnificent canines with a home, Kim…

No dog wants to be abandoned by its family. Yet there they are, countless furry babies stuck in what can only be described as the worst of places. Imagine their fear the moment they realize that they no longer have a home. And, now, add to that the fear of constant danger and lack of…

Having countless rescues underneath their belts, the staff of Hope For Paws, a non-profit animal rescue group based in Los Angeles, California, knows to have a yummy cheeseburger at hand every time they go on a mission. A yummy treat is an essential part of every rescuer’s kit because it not only fills the abandoned…

Anyone who has ever owned a dog knows that one of their favorite things to do is run around and play. Mental stimulation is extremely important to them. That’s why we take them on walks or play dates in the park. It’s amusing and also gives them a chance to socialize. But what if that…

As soon as a kind-hearted man and woman noticed a little frightened dog tied to a fence, they rushed to free him. Their hearts shattered after they looked at the pup and saw that his eyes were filled with heartbreak and sorrow. The man caressed him, but the pup froze out of fear. After the…

When a bus driver named Stephany K. started her shift that rainy Monday, she had no idea that she would end up helping someone in great need. She was driving her route in Milwaukee when she noticed a dog in the middle of the road. He was weaving through the traffic with a confused look…

When Lou received a phone call about a baby Boxer who was born without legs and was looking for a family willing to take him in, she immediately dropped what she was doing and went to pick up the sweet boy. Even though Mark, her husband, didn’t really realize where she was going, as soon…

Some dogs dig up the entire backyard. Others roam through the house to hide their treats. Some prefer their hideout to be under the sofa, and there’s Rocky… Rocky isn’t particularly fond of food or treats. He’s a rather picky eater and not very food-motivated.  When he doesn’t feel hungry but still gets a treat,…

Bubba has always been a special boi – he just needed a little push! When this black-and-white doggo first showed up on a random porch, he was extremely confused. But, at the same time, he knew deep down one thing – that he wanted a home and a family to take care of him! Luckily,…

The key to understanding a dog’s behavior is love. Even in the most challenging of times, love gives you the strength to push forward. When Satria got lost in the city, his owners became desperate. He ran away after being severely injured, and the only solution for the family was to seek help from professionals. …

As a devoted pet parent, whenever I drop off my furry baby at the vet for her checkup, I feel as though a part of me is missing. So, I always find myself counting down the hours until I can have my sweet girl back in my arms again.   Because vet visits can be really…

Hearing something rustling among the branches of a tree is not an unusual phenomenon, considering that various birds, squirrels, and other animals can often be found there.  However, seeing an animal occupying a third of that same tree sitting on its branches is not something you see every day.  Yet, this is exactly what the…

I firmly believe that dogs were put on this earth to fill our hearts with love and put smiles on our faces. That is why I get extremely angry and sad when I see somebody mistreating these sweet, furry angels. They dedicate their entire lives to making their hoomans happy, and some just don’t appreciate…

All dogs deserve to be loved no matter what color their coat is. Sadly, many of these four-legged creatures are getting constantly overlooked at shelters just because their fur isn’t “fashionable” enough. The same happened to Rick, the dog that spent two months in a rescue center in Austin, Texas, hoping that someone would give…

We often say that a dog is man’s best friend, and not without reason. In essence, there are countless good reasons for this claim, and one of the most important is that a canine’s love for a beloved human is unlimited, just like his loyalty. Although people often don’t know how to appreciate it enough,…

We love them no matter what they are – big or small. For every owner, his dog is special and he expresses his love to him in a special way. However, we must admit that it is always extra cute to see a tiny puppy and that the heart of every human, especially its owner,…

When this family woke up early in the morning, they saw a little stray dog lying on the stairs in front of their house.  She was evidently exhausted and hungry. Her once-white fur had already turned to gray from how dirty she was.  Once she looked at them, her eyes were filled with tears, begging…

It’s hard to think about it, but not everything is always so predictable in the animal world. Things can happen and we would have a hard time explaining the cause. In the case of small puppies, sometimes their moms will reject them, and while it is a horrible thing, it does happen in nature. However,…

Unfortunately, not every puppy is born in a warm and loving environment, only worrying about having enough fun, games, and cozy naps.   Some have the harsh and cold streets as their first home, where they have to seek shelter from danger and fight for scraps in order to fill up their little tummy. Many puppies…