Dogs

Dog tied on a chain and starved, ate rocks in a desperate attempt to survive

The upsetting cases of animal abuse make us all wonder how on earth a human being could treat an animal in this way. It’s a privilege to have a pet and we must care for ...

Tarzan the homeless dog is too weak to walk – rescuers have to carry him to safety

For many stray dogs living alone and fighting for survival they don’t always trust the humans that try and save them. Many dogs have suffered a lifetime of abuse from humans and are fearful of ...

Grateful dog gives a kiss to the firefighter who rescued him from roof

Pets can be so grateful—when an animal is rescued they always seem to know they’re safe and have a way of thanking their rescuers. That was the case for one dog, who got himself in ...

Black lab completely transforms as vitiligo turns his fur white

We all love our pets, no matter what they look like. Many dogs change their look a bit as they get older but still stay the same inside. But for one dog, that change was ...

Man finds hot dog pieces with nails inside left to trap dogs — police are investigating

It never ceases to amaze us how cruel some people can be towards animals. One recent story has people shocked, after police discovered what appears to be a gruesome trap meant to harm hungry pets. ...

Man arrested after smashing his way into burning building to rescue his dog

As flames raged through an apartment building in Tennessee firefighters managed to get the tenants to safety but there was one resident still left. Bishop, the dog of tenant Jarrod Martin, was still inside the building, ...

Dramatic pit bull pretends to be dead to avoid getting his nails trimmed

We all love our pets, but even the best cat or dog can be difficult sometimes… especially when it comes to grooming. Every pet owner knows the ordeal involved with getting your pet into the ...

Brewery offers ‘puppy paternity leave’ allowing employees to stay home with their new dogs

Most companies offer maternity leave for new mothers so they can spend a few weeks with their newborn without having to worry about work. But what about some time off for people who adopt a ...

Dog nearly dies on the way to the hospital after choking on a ball — until a construction worker gives him CPR

Sometimes life puts you in just the right place at just the right time. When a dog was in a dire life-or-death emergency, his owners happened to find just the right man to save the ...

Blind, stray dog fended for himself for 10 years before his rescuers came along

Life can be so tough for stray dogs, fending for themselves without knowing any love or kindness. It’s even harder when they have a disability, trying to survive on the streets despite everything. That was ...