Can you imagine the amount of heartbreak dogs feel when they are surrendered by those they trust the most? Neither can I! The pain they …

Every single day spent in a shelter is torture for a dog. No matter how pet-friendly the shelter may be, it is not the right …

When Ali Tisdall met a sweet pup named Scarlett for the first time, she couldn’t know what a profound effect she would have on her …

Gilbert has been a true warrior his entire life! Despite his miniature size, this proud Chi has never, ever lost his life sparkle, and that’s …

Dog curiosity? We’ve all been there, right? How many times have you come from an “outdoor adventure” all covered in mud just because your four-legged …

All dogs dream of living in a happy home, surrounded by their parents who shower them with love. While a Red Husky, later named Luna, …

We’ve spoken many times about how dogs are just the best companions for humans and how perfect they are at reading our emotions. They can …

If nightmares were actual life, it would definitely be Buddy’s. Even though he is still a puppy at just one year of age, Buddy has …

Just like all stray canines, Chenille craved love and hoped that one day, she would find her place under the sun. The hope for a …

As someone who was a proud dog owner once, I have to say that losing my pup has caused me immense heartbreak. Anyone who has …

Normally, we consider our dogs to be cherished members of our families, but I guess not all people feel that way.  The unfortunate truth is …

Sometimes, we hoomans tend to forget that animals who grew up on the streets need some time to get used to their new lifestyle. Letting …

In many rescue stories, abandonment is something that a lot of dogs and small puppies have to deal with. Reading through them would make you …

Sometimes, a little push is all we need to get back on track, and Reggie definitely needed one!  After being abandoned by his family at …

When talking about shelter dogs, most people are often optimistic about the prospects of a pup finding a home thanks to his beloved rescuers. But, …

It saddens me to imagine how sad Jones felt as he watched the other shelter residents leave the shelter with their new parents while he …

You might expect to find many things in a dumpster, but certainly not a living being! That’s what a random passerby thought when they noticed …

It takes a village to save a puppy and Lily’s exhibit A! At only three months of age, this teeny pup’s life was everything but …

We all love surprises, especially those that make us so happy that they can brighten up our day. That’s exactly what the folks at The …

I can’t imagine the depth of hopelessness and fear that a sweet Pit Bull must have felt after he was tied to a pole and …

He found himself on the street and couldn’t understand why. All he saw was his owner’s car slowly vanishing into the distance. Why are they …

Isolation shuts down even the most playful heart. No matter how hard you try to be a social butterfly, it’s just extremely hard to cope …

In all my years of helping stray dogs, I have learned a valuable lesson: timing is everything! Many homeless canines live on the edge, sometimes …

Goodbyes are really hard. When you love someone, it doesn’t matter if you part ways for a week, two weeks, a month, or even a …

Don’t ever lose hope. Even when times get tough and you don’t see the light at the end of the tunnel – the only thing …

Bruno’s story is truly heartbreaking. Throughout his life, all he ever knew was pain and suffering. He never had the chance to see what life …

Sometimes I feel like there is no such thing as picking out a dog for yourself.  Most of the time they are the ones who …

Having a dog is one of the most amazing adventures in our lives. They can change how we live in so many different ways and …

When Ed Berger, a Massachusetts resident, decided to take his two dogs for a walk one day, he couldn’t have imagined the nightmare that they …

Sade roamed around the streets, struggling to survive.  Although she endured hunger and loneliness, she held onto the hope that one day she would find …

Dogs are very resourceful animals and it’s a trait that a lot of humans tend to forget about. We often underestimate their intelligence. However, when …

Every true dog owner loves their pup from the bottom of their heart and would do anything to make them happy. Dogs, however, have their …

Dogs come into this world in order to be loved without limits. It’s heartwrenching that some merciless people abuse them and fill their hearts with …

Aries is a smart three-year-old Pitbull mix dog who, after getting into a car accident with her owner, knew exactly where to go and who …

If there is one thing that I will just never be able to understand, it’s how people decide to adopt dogs even if they don’t …

Have you ever been in a situation where you adopted a dog of a certain breed only to realize that you might have been wrong? …

Don’t judge a book by its cover. And, definitely don’t judge a dog owner in times of hardship! If Rukey could speak, she would undoubtedly …

Rolo’s life has been a living battle. From the moment he arrived at a Texas shelter, he struggled, coped with pain, and tried to survive. …

The bond between a dog and his favorite human is one of the strongest and most special in the world. Once you adapt to your …

It is not hard to fall in love with dogs and that is the reason why so many people have them as their family members.  …

From the moment shelter dogs move into their tiny kennels, they begin dreaming about finding humans who will give them what their hearts wish for …

Dogs are incredibly resilient animals, but they, too, are vulnerable. There is only so much a sweet pup can take before he gets depressed. The …

It was a rainy day outside when a young teenager named Ubaldo Apolinar, from Selma, California, heard scratching on his front door.  When he went …

A shelter is not a place for dogs, and we all know that. Unfortunately, many of our furry friends are still forced to spend the …

A shelter is not the right place for dogs, and we all know it. Yet, countless dogs still end up in these dark, cold places. …

On a journey to help a dog, many rescuers will go through a lot of trials and tribulations. A lot of dogs who are saved …

Don’t judge a book by its cover, or in Belle’s words – don’t judge a dog by its rough past! This sweet Husky pup is …

Dogs are just so special. Everything they do makes people want to love them. They are our perfect little companions and I don’t even want …

Even with all the rescues Donna Lochmann has conducted over the years, she still refuses to give up on an animal in need, picking up …

“Loyalty is a two-way street” must have been the motto of an abandoned Pitbull and her Yorkie mix buddy from Southern California! When this adorable …