Drew and Ruthie Johnson Smith weren’t sure what to make of the growing hole in the ivy that blanketed their backyard fence. Normally, the thick green vines created a lush…
Pet owners often go to great lengths to ensure their furry friends are happy and safe. They buy the best food, provide cozy beds, invest in training, and do everything…
Our hearts continue to go out to all the victims of Hurricane Helene, which has devastated the Southeast United States and claimed at least 200 lives. But as with any disaster,…
We’ve seen many stories of dogs getting stuck in unexpected places, but never anything quite like this. When a dog was struck by a car, he was unexpectedly caught in…
More than just a gorgeous face, Cove the Pittie girl is an amazing person. She is the ultimate cuddle bug, her mother’s dearest friend, and a Hollywood-caliber actress. This resourceful…
When Spinach first arrived at Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) as a tiny puppy, his future looked uncertain. He had a ruptured eye and was at risk of being put down…
A stray dog with a broken foot was taken in by Stray Rescue of St. Louis. And it wasn’t long before rescuers realized she had milk. They then knew she…
Michaella Franklin was just starting her day, planning to work around the house, when an unexpected and terrifying event unfolded in her garage. A neighbor’s large dog suddenly appeared, and…
After traveling across the globe, one thing made Alexandra Owens’ long journey worthwhile—the prospect of reuniting with her beloved Golden Retriever, Hugo. After being apart for an eternity, Alexandra and…
It’s unbelievable how cruel some people can be to dogs. A few months ago, a shelter was shocked after a man cruelly threw a dog over a fence into their…
Sometimes our pets get themselves stuck in some pretty sticky situations. Thankfully, local police are always there to help an animal in need — even if it means braving some…
Imagine being a senior dog and suddenly finding yourself in a shelter, upended from the only home you’ve ever known. That was the sad case for a dog named Ollie,…
For seven long months, Lancer sat in his kennel at City of Mobile Animal Services, waiting for someone to notice him. Not a single meet-and-greet request came his way. He…
It was a quiet evening in Los Angeles when Maribel Colindres received an unexpected alert from her Ring camera. Curious, she checked the footage — and saw a small, shaggy…
Grace may not be able to see anymore, but nothing dims the way she loves. The 12-year-old pup once suffered from a painful eye condition that eventually stole her vision.…
Firefighters are true heroes who can be counted on to save lives in an emergency, whether human or animal. Recently, firefighters in Utah saved a dog from a burning apartment…
When Penny the Chihuahua bolted from her parents during a walk in the English countryside, Liam and Kelly were heartbroken. Spooked by a passing cyclist, Penny disappeared into the woods…
Dog owners often wonder what their furry friends do when left alone, but few would expect to witness a heroic rescue like the one that unfolded in a backyard pool…
In a quiet corner of Schiller Park in Syracuse, New York, a gray-faced dog lay tied to a picnic table, his head resting on the pavement. At first glance, he…
We love seeing stories of people adopting shelter pets, and some adopters truly go the extra mile, leaving no doubt of their love and dedication. That was the case recently,…
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