Last month we reported on the story of Obie, a sweet dog who was found abandoned and tied up to a tree before being taken in by the Tyler Regional Animal…
Summer is here, and many of us are feeling the rising temperatures. Many parts of the US experienced a severe heat wave this past week. But if you thought you…
Sometimes the most precious friendships form between animals of different species. These stories inspire people across the world with a message of seeing past differences. One of the most famous…
A dog owner lived a nightmare after his dog fell from a boat, and was nowhere to be found — but 36 hours later, he got a miracle. According to WCSC,…
It’s heartbreaking when a beloved pet dog passes away, but there are special things you can do to keep their memory alive, and pay it forward to other dogs and…
Last year, Chilean animal rescuer Lidia Elizabeth Reyes Cespedes opened her heart to an elderly stray she found wandering near her home. She named him Viejito — “Little Old Man”…
All shelter dogs dream of finding their forever home, but it takes some longer than others. Many dogs are passed over again and again through no fault of their own,…
A heartbreaking update to a recent story: Kevin, the world’s tallest male dog, has died just days after setting the Guinness World Record. The three-year-old Great Dane, who lived with…
We love stories about famous celebrities adopting rescue dogs, but one of the most special is John Travolta and his dog Peanut. The little dog was featured at the Academy Awards…
Being called the “World’s Ugliest Dog” might sound like a big insult, but at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California, it’s one of the most cherished honors. And this year,…
It’s heartbreaking when someone passes away and leaves behind a pet. Not only are the pets left grieving, they sometimes end up in a shelter after their owner is gone.…
Meet Donny and Lily — two pups who adore beach days, especially when there are balls to chase. But while fetch is their favorite pastime, these outings often turn into…
When Layla and Lola first arrived at their local animal shelter, the bonded sisters stayed close, certain their family would come back for them. And at first, they were right.…
Millions of people watched The Walking Dead, AMC’s hit post-apocalyptic zombie drama, throughout its 11-season run, and many of the show’s large cast of characters became beloved fan favorites. Sadly, one…
Music stars and their touring crews often have a lot of wild and interesting stories from the road, but one recent story is just plain wholesome. When Grammy-nominated country star…
Dog euthanasia remains a sad reality at many overcrowded shelters, who put unadopted dogs to sleep to make space. Thankfully there are people and rescue groups who step up to…
Many people like to take their dogs out on hikes, but sometimes nature can pose hidden dangers that can seriously harm our pets. That was the case recently when one…
A service dog can be a lifesaver for people with disabilities, especially people who are blind. These smart dogs are specially trained to help vision-impaired people navigate the world. But…
Great Danes are known for their large size and tall height — but just one can be called the tallest dog in the world. Recently, that crown passed to a…
When Orange County Animal Services (OCAS) signed up for a massive adoption event this spring, staff had high hopes. They knew the crowd would swarm to the puppies and fluffy…
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