For nearly seven years, Cole the therapy dog has been a beloved part of his New Jersey school community. Every day, he comforts, encourages and brings joy to the students…
Curled up on a cold metal bench, a skinny brown-and-white pittie trembled against the wind. He looked exhausted, coughing between shivers, as if waiting for someone — anyone — to…
People might argue to the contrary, but I think at this stage one has to accept that all animals have feelings. Some more than others, sure, but long gone are the days where…
Two years ago, Anna’s life began in heartbreak. She was discovered in a dumpster with her mom and brother, rescued just in time by Strong Paws Rescue. While her fawn-colored…
A horrific act of animal cruelty shocked a New York City neighborhood as a pit bull was tossed from a 14th story balcony — now, the alleged culprit has been…
It’s always heartbreaking when an animal is returned to a shelter. Recently, one poor cat ended up back in the kennels because she was “picked on” by the other cats…
In June, It Takes A Village Animal Rescue in Muscatine, Iowa, stepped in to save over 60 animals from a neglect case. Among them was a tiny black puppy named…
A California woman is living every dog owner’s nightmare: after going to pick her pet up from a grooming appointment, she was told the dog wasn’t there after an unfortunate…
Most people enjoy going on a nice relaxing vacation, but booking a getaway can be a challenge for dog owners. You either need to leave your pets behind and find…
A “gentle giant” dog was found as a stray, badly in need of help with a thick layer of matted fur. But after being transformed by a makeover, this sweet…
Thanksgiving is usually filled with warmth, food and family. And at Benton-Franklin Humane Society, staff and volunteers do everything they can to make sure their dogs feel included in the…
While walking her dog in rural Louisiana, a woman came across something she couldn’t ignore: a frail, sickly animal lying motionless near the path. Covered in mosquitoes and barely clinging…
At The Pipsqueakery, an animal rescue and sanctuary in Bloomington, Indiana, the air is often filled with a chorus of unusual sounds. With hundreds of residents — from capybaras to…
For nearly two months, Australia resident Michelle Banditt has been living with an unexpected roommate: a giant huntsman spider who simply decided her sunroom was the perfect place to move…
Six months is a long time — enough for seasons to change, routines to shift, and moments to quietly slip by. But for one dog named Valentina, no amount of…
When SaVanna McLaughlin noticed her Lab, Sandy, digging under the backyard fence, she was frustrated. No matter how many times she tried to stop him, Sandy kept returning to the…
It’s always very scary and heartbreaking when a pet goes missing. You search everywhere but eventually begin to fear your pet is gone for good. But it’s important to not…
Service dogs can be a life-changing resource for people with all kinds of problems and disabilities, including many military veterans. But some people don’t understand the important role these dogs…
A horrific act of violence left a pet cat paralyzed and a family in shock — now they are looking for answers. The Rodriguez family, of Crystal Lake, Illinois, adopted…
We all know cats can be independent, strong-willed creatures, but mine have always been big cuddlebugs. One of my cats has this quirky habit of almost “headbutting” me from time to time.…
