Search results: animal shelter

Cat was hiding in hood of junkyard car — worker saves her just in time from being crushed

You never know where or when you’ll find an animal in need of help. Sometimes people end up in the right place at the right time to save a life. That was the case for ...

Mark Wahlberg says he “fell in love” with his dog co-star, tried to buy him from trainer

In the upcoming film Arthur the King, a character played by Mark Wahlberg forms a strong bond with a stray dog he meets in the jungle. But it wasn’t just acting: in real life, Wahlberg ...

Woman has to buy lotto ticket after her golden retriever chewed it – is stunned after scratching it off

Our pets can get into mischief from time to time, but sometimes it can lead to some surprising upsides. That was the case recently, when one woman’s golden retriever proved to be her lucky charm. ...

Mama cat places her dying kitten in man’s hands, receives a response she will never forget

All pets truly deserve a loving home. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case for our beloved furry friends who brighten our days on this earth. But thankfully, there are people who dedicate their time and ...

Puppy Bowl fans heartbroken to learn Sweetpea, littlest contestant ever, has died — rest in peace

The Super Bowl may have gotten all the attention this weekend, but for many animal lovers the true “big game” was the Puppy Bowl, the annual Animal Planet special featuring rescue and shelter puppies playfully ...

Two puppies were abandoned in the cold and rain — then a deputy arrived to save the day

It’s truly heartbreaking to think that anyone would abandon innocent puppies, but thankfully there are also kind people in the world who will step up and care for these discarded animals. That was the case ...

“Gentle giant” dog found tied to bench, waiting for someone to come get him — now he’s getting a second chance

It’s truly heartbreaking how some people treat animals. We’ve seen too many stories of pets who were treated poorly and abandoned like trash. That was the case for one “gentle giant” dog who was found ...

Rescuers save dog trapped inside car engine — now she’s looking for a forever home

Sometimes dogs get themselves stuck in some pretty surprising places, and need a little human help getting free. That was the case recently, when one dog was found trapped inside a car engine — and ...

Family searches for missing emotional support dog — are devastated to learn he’s been adopted by another family

It’s always heartbreaking when a dog runs away, but you hold out hope that your pet will turn up at a shelter somewhere and return to you. But after one family’s dog ran away, they ...

Abandoned dog’s remarkable transformation sparks hope and compassion

In a world that would be a slightly less cozy place without animals, there are unfortunately many instances of cruelty towards these wonderful beings. Such was the case for Julian, a dog found abandoned and ...