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…
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,…
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…
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…
When Orange County Animal Services (OCAS) signed up for a massive adoption event last month, staff carefully chose which dogs to bring. They knew the puppies would draw crowds. They…
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…
It’s always heartbreaking when someone abandons an pet, but some people do it in such strange and cruel ways, leaving their animals heartbroken and confused. That was the case recently,…
It’s always inspiring when everyday people go out of their way to save dogs in need. Recently, one man jumped into a lake to save a drowning dog, who is…
A puppy was caught in a tricky situation after slipping through an air vent and falling four stories — but a team of rescuers came together to save the day.…
On a rainy day in Milwaukee, one bus driver proved that kindness doesn’t stick to a schedule. Earlier this month, the Milwaukee County Transit System shared a touching story about…
It’s unbelievable that anyone would abuse a dog, and it’s heartbreaking to think of all the dogs who suffered from abusive situations. But thankfully, there are also people willing to…
Sad news from Al Roker today: his beloved rescue dog Pepper has died, the longtime Today weatherman revealed, sharing a sweet tribute on social media. Roker announced the news earlier today, revealing…
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