We all remember the old TV series Lassie, about a smart collie who is always able to save the day by alerting people of danger, like running for help when Timmy…
For a stray wandering the streets, all he could think about was having a good meal and finding some shelter to protect him from the elements. For one special stray…
Fans around the world continue to mourn legendary TV star Betty White, who died on December 31. From her early days as a pioneer in the industry to her iconic…
You are probably aware that dogs have a better sense of smell than we do. But, did you know that they can actually smell diseases? That is right, dogs can…
Much has been said and written about the stereotypes associated with pit bulls, and it seems more and more people are starting to realize that dog behavior has more to…
A rescue organization received a call about a dog lying in a ditch. The caller said they had to rush over and they did! They could see she was lethargic…
Sacramento firefighter Mike Thawley was on the way to an emergency call when he heard a puppy’s distressed cries coming from behind a tree. Mike finished his duty, but the…
It takes a lot of time and effort to become a K9. A dog chosen for such a well-known profession must be incredibly smart and brave. Some K9 retain these…
It’s a police officer’s duty to look out for everyone in their community, whether they be human or animal. We’ve seen many stories of officers going above-and-beyond to help pets in…
Firefighters are always looking out for the animals in their communities. People often joke that they “save cats stuck in trees,” but in truth firefighters go the extra mile to…
Animal shelters aren’t ideal places for dogs to stay long term. While we are grateful that these dogs have a roof over their heads and food to eat, a shelter…
Jax the Black Labrador often ventures out into the wilderness on adventurous trails with his dad, Rick Sauer. During one such trip, the duo went to a scenic lakeside to…
We all know that accidents happen. Sadly, when they do, people and animals get hurt. Some accidents cannot be prevented but what we do after means everything. For this poor…
Mahatma Gandhi once said, “Be the change you want to see in the world,” and no matter how encouraging it sounds, most of us feel like we are way too…
Pork is a typical Golden Retriever. He’s loving, loyal, playful and very friendly, not only with humans but other dogs as well. His family loves him very much, so they…
This story might be one of the most unusual rescue stories ever. Besides the common belief that dogs and cats are ‘natural’ enemies, they prove us wrong all the time.…
For a rescued animal, their trauma, whether it is physical or emotional (or both), is something they struggle to overcome. Rescuers, medical staff and fosters work tirelessly to rehabilitate traumatized…
A rescuer from Stray Furry Friends was driving along the road when some dogs approached to stop the vehicle. She couldn’t just ignore them and continue on, so she pulled…
A homeless man has been described as a “guardian angel” after running into a animal shelter which was on fire. Keith Walker risked his life to save the 6 dogs…
Black bears are huge. These huge creatures can grow up to 6 feet tall and weigh around 400,600 pounds. Therefore, an encounter with such a large wild animal is not…
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