Dogs

Missing toddler is found safe — with the pit bull who looked after him

It’s amazing how loyal and protective dogs can be, especially towards children. When a child is in danger their protective instincts kick in and they’ll do anything to save them from harm. We’ve seen many ...

Zach Braff pays tribute to his beloved rescue dog after death: ‘Goodbye, my old friend’

Celebrities are just like us in many ways, and no matter who you are or how famous you become, there’s still nothing like the love of a pet dog. Now, one TV and movie star ...

Firefighter saves abused puppy found tied to a tree, shivering, and gives her a home

It was on an emergency call that firefighters spotted a shivering pooch abandoned at the side of the highway in the rain. His cruel owner had not only abandoned him but left the three-month-old tied ...

Two German shepherds dumped in mountains survive two weeks before heroes rescue them

Too many animals are dumped outside shelters because their owners can no longer care for them. But many animals are just dumped in places with no means of getting food and water, an offence which ...

Shelter dog loves to hug everyone he sees, and is looking for his forever home

There are so many shelter dogs who have so much love to give, but still can’t find a family of their own. Like one friendly dog, who loves to hug everyone he meets, but still ...

Case closed: No charges filed against Florida man caught on camera punching dog

Boynton Beach police have officially closed the case against the Florida man who was caught on camera punching his dog. They announced that no charges would be filed. Given the facts and evidence, the Palm ...

Puppy mill survivor named the ‘world’s cutest rescue dog’ in contest

Too many animals live in the terrible conditions of “puppy mills.” These dog breeding facilities are notorious for prioritizing profit and fast production rather than caring for their animals, and many dogs rescued live with ...

Dog rescued from meat farm finds new home with Hollywood actor

It’s thought a staggering 1 million dogs are killed for meat every year, while thousands of dogs are held in cages on meat farms living in horrendous conditions. One dog Juliette was rescued from a ...

”Worst case I’ve seen”: Rescue dog starves to death despite humane society efforts

She had lived the first year of her short life being starved to death, and by the time she was rescued she could barely lift her head or open and close her mouth. When the ...

Terrified old dog always stood in the corner of shelter — but smiles when he meets his new mom

Life can be hard for a dog in a shelter, and some have more difficulty adjusting than others. It was especially hard for one old dog, who hid in his corner terrified of the shelter. ...