Elle had been at Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) for years, ever since arriving in December after a stay at the local Austin Animal Center. Timid and cautious at first, she…
While walking near her home in Peru a few weeks ago, Vanessa Grandez noticed a small, motionless shape by the side of the road. As she got closer, her heart…
When Molly arrived at her foster home, she had already weathered more than most. Pregnant and surrendered to a shelter, she gave birth under the care of Blount County Animal…
A family is seeking justice and answers after their senior dog was run over by a FedEx truck, the driver of which drove off without checking on the poor dog…
The story of Trooper, the Florida dog who was tied up to a pole and left for dead in the path of Hurricane Milton, broke all of our hearts earlier this year.…
If you stumbled upon this creature without context, you might think you were seeing something out of a sci-fi movie — a dark, fluffy orb with a single, unblinking eye…
It’s heartbreaking that some dogs spend their lives in bad housing situations, neglected and denied the love they deserve. But it’s never too late to get a second chance. That…
Firefighters are always there to rescue an animal in need, even if those animals don’t make it easy for them. Recently, one fire crew set out to rescue a small…
At Pups at Play, a lively doggie daycare in Montclair, New Jersey, the day is usually filled with tail wags, zoomies, and the joyful chaos of canine camaraderie. But in…
When Arnold arrived at the Michigan Animal Rescue League after being found as a stray, staff members were instantly charmed by his goofy personality and curious nature. “He’s goofy, affectionate,…
Exploring the Amazonian jungle is always a treat — but for Polar, a mostly-white terrier mix, every hike comes with a unique kind of fanfare. You can see Polar on…
When Balto arrived at the Austin Animal Center, he was in rough shape. A serious injury to his left eye caused him intense pain, and he needed immediate, specialized care.…
It’s truly shocking how cruel some people can be towards innocent animals. It’s even more surprising how resilient these animals are, never losing their spirit or will to live even…
K9 dogs are true heroes who are an invaluable part of any police department. They perform essential tasks from taking down criminals to locating missing people. And even after they retire…
When a dog gets adopted, you hope that it’s for good, that they’ll have a very happy life and never have to return to the shelter. But for some dogs,…
In this heartwarming story, we meet a dog named Kano, who had been affectionately called Skillet by his shelter caretakers. Kano’s journey started when he found himself at DeKalb County…
There are some friendships that are just a little more special than others. That’s definitely the case when you see the friendship between jaguar Jag and Jack Russel Bullet. It…
When Sadie entered the world in January 2012, her parents were ready to welcome a healthy 7-pound baby girl. They had no reason to believe otherwise — every check-up had…
Lily was one of many stray dogs in Capetown, South Africa. She survived on scraps she found on the streets, but because her hind legs were paralyzed, she struggled more…
One sunny October day in New South Wales, Australia, a passerby noticed what looked like a discarded plastic crate by the side of the road. It was covered in duct…
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