It’s not always easy to catch a scared, stray dog — just ask Donna Lochmann. The chief life-saving officer for Stray Rescue of St. Louis has rescued many lonely pups, and,…
Oscar’s only 2 years old, but his permanent frown would make you think he was older. The American bulldog mix has spent nearly all his life waiting for a forever home, and…
Every day for over a year, a friendly dog named Major waited for someone to notice him. The Naperville Area Humane Society resident, who absolutely loves people, couldn’t figure out why no one…
A Great Dane now has a great big litter: a mother dog is making headlines after giving birth to a whopping 21 puppies in a 27 span. When Namine, a…
The bald eagle is an incredible, majestic animal. It’s the national bird of the United States, and while the species was once considered endangered it has made a comeback thanks…
When you’re expecting a baby, it’s always nice to have a friend who is also pregnant to share the experience — even if they’re not actually a human. Two years…
Dogs are naturals at catching balls, and there’s nothing they love more than a good game of fetch. And this weekend, one dog made the catch of a lifetime at…
Animal friendships are always adorable, and there’s something extra sweet about friendships between two different species. Some bonds are so just so close that they transcend any other differences. That…
A drowning fox cub was saved by a man who jumped into the Grand Union Canal in Market Harborough to rescue it. Russ Bellamy from Desborough leapt into action while…
When I hear a story that’s both inspiring and tear-jerking, I always feel uplifted and encouraged — and it’s hard for me to stop thinking about it. The story of…
A dog sitting outside a shop in Malaysia in the pouring rain caught the attention of passers-by because she looked so sad and forlorn. TikTokker JimJimmie noticed the dog crouched…
A poor dog got his first taste of freedom after an entire life chained up outside. When Takis of Takis Shelter in Greece visited the dog’s owner he was told…
Laura was driving to school one morning when she saw this sweet dog who was chained to a tree. The chain was very short and the dog so dirty and…
No, it’s not the beginning of a bad joke. A pair of pit bulls really did walk into a hospital, but they just wanted to say hello and see what…
Pets can be so grateful—when an animal is rescued they always seem to know they’re safe and have a way of thanking their rescuers. That was the case for one dog,…
It’s amazing how animals seem to understand when people are helping them… and are even able to show their gratitude and appreciation. That was the case for one dog, who was found…
All shelter dogs are just waiting for the moment someone will finally take them home. That first time they realize they’re leaving the shelter is a very special moment, as is the…
Every dog deserves a good, loving home. There’s nothing sweeter than the moment a dog leaves a shelter and goes home with their new owner for the first time, knowing…
Few shelter dogs have captured the public’s attention like Ralphie, the “fire breathing demon” French bulldog. Ralphie first went viral in January, after an adoption post from the Niagara SPCA described…
Dogs are such caring, protective animals. They can always be counted on to protect their friends and loved ones when they’re in danger. Like Bella, a dog who saved her…
