Firefighter comes to the rescue of mangey abandoned dog — then decides to adopt her himself
It’s always inspiring when police officers and firefighters help to save animals in need. But sometimes they go above and beyond by finding them a place to live. That was the case for one firefighter, ...
‘Game of Thrones’ star donates $62,000 to her local shelter to help during COVID-19
The social distancing regulations put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly every business and industry, and animal shelters are no exception. These shelters have been working with limited staff but still have ...
Puppy was found abandoned with severe chemical burns — now police are looking for the perpetrator
It’s unimaginable that anyone would want to hurt an innocent animal. People who commit animal abuse should face the severest consequences. After one poor puppy was found with severe burns, police have been searching for ...
Animal rescue finds box left outside overnight, finds 10 desperate puppies inside
It’s always shocking how careless people can be when it comes to animals. Every day people abandon cats and dogs in inhumane ways, not caring at all about their safety or wellbeing. And they certainly ...
Girlfriend sells soldier’s beloved dog on Craigslist while he’s deployed
Dogs really are man’s best friend. Friends and relationships might come and go, but your dog will always be loyally by your side. It’s a deep bond that no one should interfere with, and we’re ...
Abused dog Angel refuses to leave her corner and stares at the wall after rescue
Dogs are highly intelligent and sensitive creatures who sadly can suffer long-lasting psychological damage from those people who think it’s okay to abuse their trusted pet. It’s always astounded me how a dog will love ...
Dog adopts an orphaned baby monkey after locals poisoned her mother
It’s always shocking how cruel people can be towards animals. But for every story of animals being mistreated by humans, there’s an inspiring one of animals opening their hearts to other animals. It seems that ...
Old dog is found frantically swimming in the ocean, so the Coast Guard comes to the rescue
We love stories where people save animals. When one poor dog was struggling for his life out in the ocean, a rescue team set out to save him—a dramatic rescue caught on camera. In December, ...
Dog is taken to be euthanized just for ‘not playing enough,’ until a rescue saves his life
It’s always shocking how some people can abandon their dogs at shelters for such trivial reasons. When you adopt a pet you need to commit to caring for them for the rest of their life, ...
Dog hit at 70mph and left for dead, but an Iraq war veteran pulled over
When Iraq war veteran Aaron Schneider drove by an injured dog in the road, he knew he had to stop his vehicle and help. Thanks to his decision – which others might not have made – a ...