What began as a peaceful bachelor party canoe trip on the Minnesota River quickly turned into an unforgettable mission to save a life. Mitch White and his crew had been…
It’s the responsibility of animal shelters and rescues to give every animal a fighting chance, even when they’re in poor shape and the odds are against them. Like one puppy,…
Just like humans do, dogs can donate their blood to save other dogs in need. These life-saving pets are often dubbed “hero dogs.” But after saving the lives of others,…
It’s always exciting news when a dog gets adopted, but one shelter dog really hit the jackpot after being adopted by one of the most famous celebrities in the world.…
No matter who you are, a pet dog can be the most important thing in the world. Even the most famous celebrities rely on the unconditional love of their beloved…
Many stray and neglected dogs go ungroomed, causing them distress as their fur becomes tangled and matted. But a haircut can make all the difference. That was the case recently,…
It’s heartbreaking how some people abandon their dogs for the most trivial reasons, like minor health issues or because they’re “too old.” Some heartless owners even try to have their…
When Lucie Holmes, founder of Lucie’s Animal Rescue, received a routine call about a dog surrender, she never imagined how urgent the situation would become. The dog’s owner explained that…
Cat Kukla always knew her best friend, Bear, would play a starring role in her wedding — she’d pictured it since childhood. While other little girls dreamed about flowers and…
In the sweltering heat of a Southern California afternoon, a tiny dog named Max wandered the streets after slipping out of his front yard. The sun baked the pavement beneath…
Champ has always been a loyal companion, but after last week, he’s earned a brand-new title: hero. In the early hours of Thursday morning, a fire broke out in the…
All dogs dream of finding their forever home, but it takes some longer than others to get adopted. Some dogs wait months or even years to find homes. But one…
We always love to hear stories of young people volunteering at animal shelters. Their kindness and generosity inspires hope for future generations. Recently, one young man found an inspiring way…
Police officers are always there to help animals in need, but one trooper really went above-and-beyond to help an abandoned dog. Trooper Kayla Moore, of Michigan State Police’s Gaylord Post,…
It’s always heartbreaking when people surrender their pets to shelters, but it’s especially sad when it’s a senior dog. These animals are suddenly upended from their familiar homes and often…
A puppy was saved from almost certain death in east Columbus, Ohio last week when an observant garbageman spotted the frightened animal inside a dumpster. The Columbus Department of Public…
It’s truly remarkable the difference a haircut can make, especially for a dog. Many stray and neglected dogs go ungroomed, causing them distress as their fur becomes tangled and matted.…
It’s a heartbreaking reality that many shelter dogs who don’t find homes are euthanized, but thankfully there are people in the world willing to step up and rescue these dogs…
When Scott Lockard arrived at the Oklahoma Humane Society one morning to open the adoption center, something unusual caught his attention — a black bag tied to the front door…
Surprisingly, this emaciated mama dog walked right up to rescuers upon arrival as if she was asking for help. They follow her home where things get tricky with the owner…
