Shelter dog left with a broken heart after being stood up by potential adopters
Every shelter dog wants nothing more than to find their forever home. They’re all just waiting for that amazing day when they finally get adopted and picked up by their new family. But one poor ...
Missing 10-year-old girl survives night in blizzard by cuddling up with ‘fluffy’ stray dog
Dogs are such caring and loyal animals. They have great protective instincts and are always looking after humans when they’re in need of help — especially young children. There have been many stories of children ...
Texas’ new law making it illegal to chain up dogs has officially gone into effect
Leaving your dog improperly chained up can leave them with great pain and discomfort. Chains that are too tight can become embedded in the dog’s skin, and tied-up dogs can be exposed to hazardous weather conditions. It’s ...
Shelters see huge increase in donations on Betty White’s birthday, as fans donate in honor of late star
Fans around the world continue to mourn the late great Betty White, who died last month at the age of 99, just weeks before her 100th birthday. While best known for being a brilliant comedic ...
Dog who was presumed dead after landslide found alive in rubble 6 days later
It’s a terrifying, heartbreaking situation when your home is struck by a natural disaster. Losing your home and possessions can be devastating. But one couple who lost their home in a landslide were even more ...
Greyfriars Bobby, legendary dog who never left owner’s graveside, remembered 150 years later
Dogs sadly don’t live as long as humans do, but some pets live on for decades or even centuries as folk legends. Some neighborhoods have statues memorializing deceased dogs or cats, which become local landmarks ...
Homeless man seen throwing sweet birthday party for his beloved dog
Dogs really are man’s best friend. They are such loving, loyal companions, and their love can mean the world to people — especially those who have so little else. Dogs have been important companions to ...
Texas family reunites with their lost dog three years later, after she was found in Indiana
It’s always a heartbreaking experience when a dog goes missing. You search everywhere, wondering if you’ll ever see your best friend again. But it’s important to not give up hope: sometimes miracles happen, and dogs ...
Firefighters come to the rescue of dog who fell through ice on frozen lake
It’s the middle of winter, and the freezing weather can be a danger to our pets. There have been some cases of dogs accidentally falling through ice, becoming helplessly trapped in the frigid water below. ...
Mother dog saves life of abandoned newborn baby by cuddling up with her in the cold
Dogs are such sweet, protective animals. They’re always looking after people — especially children and babies. There’s something in their protective instincts that makes them look after a young child. That’s what this story proves: ...