Have you ever wondered how a dog feels when the person they trust most suddenly leaves them behind? At first, they might just be confused, …

All Kelly ever wanted was love, but instead, life had only given her rejection. Once exploited by a breeder who used her for profit, the …

It can feel like we continue to fail our loyal four-legged companions. Across the country, countless dogs roam the streets in search of food or …

Dogs are naturally social animals who thrive on playtime and companionship. Most can spend hours interacting with people or other dogs, happily running, wrestling, and …

It’s hard to grasp how someone could look at a dog and assume he’s mean based solely on appearance. Yet for Sully, a five-year-old Pit …

Bringing a rescue dog into your life often means gaining a companion whose loyalty runs deep. When Graham and Skip Fellers, a couple living in …

For stray and abandoned dogs, finding shelter is one of the greatest challenges they face. Whether the weather is scorching or freezing, a safe place …

A shelter. Just one word, yet it carries a weight of emotions. While many shelters pour their hearts into providing comfort, care, and safety, there’s …

Watching dogs enjoy the outdoors is one of the most heartwarming parts of having a pet. Whether the sun is blazing or the air is …

Life can be pretty brutal for dogs, even the tiniest ones. It’s just truly heartbreaking to imagine how much pain can fit inside a body …

When Brigette Brouillard needs a break from screens and her daily work with animals, she heads out for a trail run. Three miles into one …

When discussing stray dogs, it’s horrible to learn that most of them have to scavenge for food anywhere they can while being abused by strangers. …

Not every hero arrives with fanfare. Some wear heavy boots and carry tool belts, quietly driven by empathy and a desire to help without recognition. …

While strolling through the streets of Los Angeles, California, Bridget Blitsch came across a moment that left her deeply shaken. She witnessed a family sobbing …

Sometimes, the smallest act of compassion can completely change a dog’s life. For Lacy Dagerath, a dog rescuer based in Houston, Texas, that moment came …

There is nothing that brings more joy to a dog than being adopted into a loving home. For them, it can feel like the happiest …

Losing a dog is one of the most distressing experiences any pet owner can face. The confusion, fear, and uncertainty can feel overwhelming. You try …

Shelters are no place for a dog to spend their days. Any true dog lover knows this. Behind every kennel door is a pup longing …

Most of us grew up watching Wile E. Coyote’s cartoon chases, but in real life, spotting one near your home is no joke, especially if …

Reading about acts of cruelty toward animals never gets easier. It is painful to imagine how many innocent pets suffer at the hands of people …

Grab a few tissues for this one. This story is guaranteed to warm your heart and maybe even bring a tear or two. Sammy, a …

Losing someone we love is one of the hardest experiences in life. The realization that their presence is gone forever can leave us completely heartbroken. …

At high-euthanasia shelters, few dogs leave alive, especially when they arrive sick or elderly. Overcrowding often means they go unnoticed, denied the care or second …

Napoleon, a 3-year-old Pit Bull mix, had spent most of his life wandering the streets of Cleveland, Texas. He was often seen near a gas …

Furby, a one-month-old Goldendoodle puppy, didn’t have the gentle start every young dog deserves. Instead of spending his early weeks chasing toys and exploring the …

No living being should experience the pain of being left behind by the ones they love. Unfortunately, dogs feel that heartbreak just as deeply as …

Sadly, it’s not uncommon for dogs to be adopted and then returned when their owners decide they no longer fit the image of what they …

Life on the streets is extremely difficult for all abandoned dogs. Every day is a fight to survive. They search for scraps, a spot to …

Taking a casual walk in the city, or in nature, we almost never expect to come across a life that needs saving. But when it …

When Esteban, a devoted animal rescuer, received a call about several dogs struggling to survive in the Southern California desert, he knew immediate action was …

To describe Bruce’s early life as difficult would hardly be enough. This gentle Golden Retriever spent nine long years confined to a filthy, broken-down shed …

Life on the streets is hard for any dog. Each day means searching for scraps of food, a drop of water, and a safe place …

A lonely dog named Adobe wandered through the icy streets, confused and exhausted. He longed for warmth, a safe place to rest, and something to …

Who could resist a dog’s bright grin or a happy, wagging tail? Honestly, it’s impossible. And neither could the rescuers who discovered Professor Plum, a …

There is nothing more heartbreaking than seeing a dog who is so scared after years of abuse and neglect. So many of them will crawl …

Some dogs can’t resist a little commotion, especially when another animal is nearby.  So when this one spotted a cat in the car next to …

Dogs love with their whole hearts. To them, their humans are everything. They wait by the door, follow every step, and find peace just by …

Rottweilers, known for their lineage as robust working dogs descended from Roman Mastiffs, are typically seen as bold and unshakable. Yet imagine this: a large, …

After a night of intense thunderstorms swept through San Antonio, staff members at SA Animal Care Services arrived early the next morning to begin their …

It’s difficult enough to come across a single abandoned dog, but finding an entire family left behind is even more devastating. Without shelter, nourishment, or …

You know that feeling when you find the perfect nap spot? And you just can’t get enough of it? No matter how impractical it looks, …

Life has a way of surprising us when we least expect it.  One moment feels routine, and it seems like it’s just another day, and …

Whenever I come across a dog abandoned by its owner, my first thought is usually that neglect is the cause. That’s exactly what I assumed …

While driving through a remote stretch of Elloree, South Carolina, a couple slowed down after spotting a snake slithering across the road. Just moments later, …

It’s difficult to comprehend how some animals are left to survive alone. Across the country, countless pets face harsh conditions without shelter, food, or care. …

Shelters are meant to be temporary places of refuge for dogs in need, but for some, they become a permanent home. Lucia was one of …

In my years of fostering, I have learned something truly valuable: senior dogs are special.  In fact, I don’t know what I love more about …

Shugy, a pregnant stray, endured hunger, cold, and loneliness day after day. Her only wish was to find a warm, secure place to bring her …

Walking into an animal shelter often brings a flood of feelings: happiness for the care being offered, and sorrow for the longing visible in every …

Every pet owner should take responsibility for keeping their animal safe and healthy. There are plenty of ways a dog or other pet could end …