I’ve always found it difficult to be away from my dog and cat for a long stretch of time. That’s why I always keep plenty …

Even when dogs get older, they rarely lose that playful spark that made them so lively as puppies. They still run, play, and explore as …

Although shelters often provide safety, dogs were never meant to spend their lives there. This becomes even more heartbreaking when facilities are overcrowded and conditions …

No matter how many times rescuers face neglect, stumbling upon abandoned dogs in the worst possible places never gets easier. It becomes even more devastating …

Children and dogs are among the most genuine beings we know. Kids are still untouched by the difficulties of life, and dogs are naturally filled …

For dogs, their people are everything. When they lose them, they don’t just lose a house, they lose their entire world. One heartbreaking example of …

Sometimes humans forget that animals who grew up on the streets require extra time to adjust to a home environment. Letting go of the fear …

Even the most independent animals sometimes need a helping hand. Life on the streets can be harsh and dangerous, and while some animals manage on …

Living in a shelter isn’t easy. Even with caring staff and volunteers doing everything to make life enjoyable, it can still be a lonely and …

Patience’s journey was anything but easy. Two years earlier, she seemed to have it all, a joyful shelter dog in New Jersey with a forever …

It is often said that dogs are a man’s best friend. The connection between a pup and their favorite person is one of the strongest …

Love is all our pups really need to feel joy. As their parents, we love seeing their wagging tails and bright smiles every single day. …

All pups long to be loved without limits by their humans. They flourish when they feel cherished and safe. Stories of dogs being left behind …

When you walk past a dog in a shelter, it’s impossible to know the history behind those sad eyes. But the story of Rhoudy, a …

Whoever said dogs can’t be resourceful hasn’t seen them when they’re determined to complete a mission. In those moments, endless possibilities seem to open up, …

While Dyesa and her friend were headed to a doctor’s appointment, they noticed a tiny puppy sitting in a shopping cart outside a grocery store …

Sometimes, life throws coincidences so strange that they feel almost unreal. While visiting a local shelter, a dog owner from Dallas, Texas, stopped in front …

On her way home, Kristin Erwin suddenly felt the urge to take a detour down a road she knew all too well — a notorious …

No dog dreams of spending its days behind the cold metal bars of a kennel, quietly hoping someone will notice them. Sadly, for many shelter …

Life has never been kind to Joy, a sweet deaf pup. Her heartbreak began when her owners abandoned her at an overcrowded shelter — while …

For any rescuer, there’s nothing more heartbreaking than seeing a sweet dog who just can’t seem to find a family. Often, there’s no real reason …

When you hear “Golden Retriever,” what image pops into your head? Maybe you picture a floppy-eared, long-haired pup sprinting through a sunny field, retrieving a …

Rescuers are nothing short of incredible. They pour their time, energy, and resources into helping unfortunate furry friends who have been forced to survive in …

Tom and Jerry might be a classic, but it sure didn’t do any favors for the reputation of dog–cat friendships. In reality, dogs and cats …

One of the reasons dogs make us laugh so much is because they sometimes act in ways that feel almost… human. I know it sounds …

When it comes to dog breeders, there are some who follow all the proper guidelines to ensure their dogs live healthy, happy lives. Unfortunately, others …

It takes years of experience and sharp instincts to crack difficult cases, but sometimes, the evidence speaks for itself. When officers at the Roseville Police …

Nowadays, countless dogs endure unimaginable conditions, but it’s hard to grasp their suffering until we see it for ourselves. Some people, however, know exactly what …

Caramel spent his days roaming the streets, doing his best to survive and dreaming of the moment he might finally meet a kind human who …

Only dogs can truly understand what it’s like to live in a cold, lonely place without the warmth of human touch, without even a hug …

No matter how much they hope, many shelter dogs still struggle to catch the eye of potential adopters.  For reasons no one can fully explain, …

Getting used to shelter life is never easy, especially for small pups who have only known the streets and have never felt the gentle touch …

How often do you come across a rare Tibetan Mastiff being walked down the street, let alone wandering alone? Almost never, and I’d say me …

Being an animal rescuer is one of the most fulfilling roles in the world, but it’s also one of the toughest. You’re constantly walking into …

Stray dogs usually look for shelter in spots where they figure no one will bother them. Often that means an abandoned building or a quiet …

Even though the work of a rescuer is incredibly fulfilling, there are plenty of moments that leave them completely crushed. When a woman named Faith …

When this tiny pup was discovered on a roof, everyone was stunned at how he had gotten there. Alone, frightened, and unable to get down, …

Do you know how many dogs enter shelters every year? It’s a couple of million, at least. The number fluctuates annually. The last figures showed …

Whenever Brigette Brouillard wants a break from her phone and work with animals, she goes for a trail run. Three miles into her run, she …

Everything our pups need to feel truly content is our boundless love. Seeing their tails swish with excitement and their soft eyes filled with affection …

Being someone who has rescued an abandoned animal before and given it a second chance, I know how important their story really is. Where they …

Being forced to part from the ones you love is never easy. Especially when you know you might be saying goodbye for good. When Fresa …

A tow truck driver named Andrew was making his way through a wooded area in Fort Wayne, Indiana, when something unexpected caught his eye. Through …

Over 40 dogs were pulled from a severe hoarding case by the Houston Humane Society, where the animals were living in a dilapidated trailer filled …

Have you ever stopped to think about how a dog must feel when their owner suddenly abandons them? I’ve often wondered. At first, maybe they’re …

Sadly, it feels like we keep letting our four-legged friends down. Countless stray animals wander our streets, and instead of offering them kindness, too many …

What makes someone think a dog “looks mean” is beyond comprehension. Yet, for Sully — a gentle, 5-month-old Pittie — people couldn’t see past his …

A new puppy always brings joy, but for Dino the Dachshund, his excitement over meeting his new sibling might come with quite the surprise. Dino, …

A shelter. One short word that can hold a lot of mixed emotions. While many shelters work tirelessly to give dogs comfort, love, and safety, …

When dedicated rescuer Caryn logged onto Facebook one day, she stumbled across a post that immediately broke her heart. It described a group of dogs …