Dog who was shot in the head now recovering thanks to rescue
A dog who was left in critical condition after being shot in the head, apparently in an attempt to euthanize her, has been given a second chance after recovering with the help of an animal ...
Garbage truck driver finds tiny dog in trash collection, saves her life
Garbage truck drivers are often unlikely protectors of animals. It’s not uncommon for them to encounter animals who accidentally end up in the trash — whether they were scrounging for food or intentionally thrown away ...
K9 police dog gets his own party as he retires from the force
K9 dogs are an invaluable part of any police department. Just like their human partners, these dogs dedicate their lives to keeping their communities safe and frequently help to save lives. We should celebrate these ...
Heroic Yorkie fends off a coyote to save her 10-year-old owner
There’s nothing more special than the bond between a child and their dog. Every kid should grow up with a dog — they’re not only loving companions but they’re also very protective of their owners, ...
Husky dog is left on the side of the road by owner, but soon finds a loving new home
It’s shocking how many people abandon their pets in heartless ways. We’ve seen too many stories of people leaving their pets behind, not caring what happens to them. But after one poor husky was abandoned ...
Wrangler, service dog and police K9 who became a star on ‘Today,’ dies at 6 — rest in peace
It’s always heartbreaking when a pet passes away unexpectedly, especially when they are still relatively young. The only thing you can do is look back on the good times you had, and the impact your ...
Man saved from river after jumping in to save his dog
Pets are like family, and many loving owners would do anything to help and protect them, even if it means putting themselves at risk. Like one man, who had to be rescued from a river ...
Family reunites with their dog who had been missing for eight years
It’s always heartbreaking when a dog goes missing. After a long time searching everywhere you start to wonder if you’ll ever get your friend back, and if they’re okay. But sometimes miracles happen, and dogs ...
Firefighters rescue missing dog who was trapped between concrete walls for five days
Sometimes animals get themselves stuck in some pretty trick places and need a little human help getting out. That was the case in 2021, after a dog became trapped in a concrete wall for five ...
Police officers save dog from hot car after owner’s death
It’s summer, and as temperatures rise it’s important to stay safe from the heat — and keep your pets safe as well. Dogs are especially susceptible to heat stroke due to being left in hot ...