While driving along a highway in Kingsport, Tennessee, during a downpour, patrol officer Lance Willis noticed that traffic ahead was suddenly slowing down. At first, …
To this day, it’s hard to believe some people leave their pets to fend for themselves. Sadly, countless animals endure harsh conditions, often without proper …
When Esteban, a dedicated rescuer, received a call about a group of dogs surviving in a harsh Southern California desert, he knew he had to …
Napoleon, a 3-year-old Pit Bull mix, had spent much of his life wandering the streets of Cleveland, Texas. He could often be spotted near a …
Shelters are meant to be temporary safe havens for dogs, but sadly, some end up spending most of their lives behind kennel doors, holding onto …
Shugy, a pregnant stray, braved hunger and harsh weather day after day. All she wanted was a warm, safe place to bring her babies into …
Losing someone we love is one of life’s hardest moments. The realization that we’ll never again feel their presence can leave our hearts in pieces. …
To call Bruce’s early years difficult would be an understatement. The sweet Golden Retriever spent nine long years in a filthy, dilapidated shed in Indiana …
Grab some tissues and take it easy today because this story pulls at every heartstring. I know it did for me! Sammy, a recently adopted …
Dexter’s past is a mystery, but the fact that he was abandoned on Jones Beach in New York during one of the coldest months tells …
At high-euthanasia shelters, very few dogs leave alive, especially when they arrive in poor health. Overcrowding often prevents these pups from receiving the care they …
Whenever I see a dog left behind by its owner, I usually assume neglect is to blame. I felt the same way when I first …
After spending many years around dogs, I’ve realized that therapy dogs are among the kindest and most compassionate companions. Their training focuses on comforting humans …
In April 2023, after a night of heavy storms in San Antonio, staff of SA Animal Care Services arrived early to work and noticed a …
While driving through a rural part of Elloree, South Carolina, a couple spotted a snake crossing the road and quickly slowed down. Moments later, out …
When puppies are tiny, it can be easy to mistake them for a completely different breed. You might think you know what they are, but …
We all know that dogs are truly the best boys — and they never tire of hearing it. Beyond being endlessly loving and cuddly, they’re …
Anyone who lives in the suburbs has to at some point deal with local critters running around the yard or messing with their trash cans. …
Bennie and Jett, two almost identical doggy brothers, were abandoned by their owners near a church, left to fend for themselves. When rescuers found them, …
When Oscar was heartlessly tossed into a dumpster in a Houston neighborhood, terror consumed him. The Rottweiler curled up at the bottom, his eyes full …
When dogs spend a long time with their favorite humans, it can be hard for them to adapt to any kind of change. Most of …
For many dedicated dog rescuers, the mission to save lives never truly stops. Once you fall for these four-legged companions, you’re committed for life — …
It’s never easy to find an abandoned dog, but stumbling upon an entire furry family makes the sight even more heartbreaking. Without shelter, food, and …
Furby, a one-month-old Goldendoodle puppy, didn’t get the easy start in life he deserved. Instead of spending his first month running around and enjoying himself, …
This 10-year-old Chihuahua mix somehow ended up stranded on top of a shopping cart in the middle of a dangerous canal, utterly exhausted and clinging …