Search results: senior dogs

Ice rink fulfills dying dog’s final wish to see snow one last time

When a dog gets older and starts to slow down, it can be hard to realize they might not have much more time left — but that’s all the more reason to make their twilight ...

74-year-old woman fights off alligator to save her golden retriever

Many people will do anything for their beloved pets — even if it means putting themselves in harm’s way. Time and again we’ve seen stories of everyday pet owners putting themselves in danger if it ...

Funeral home hires Labrador Retriever as ‘Bereavement Care Dog,’ providing comfort to grieving families

Dogs are such great animals who can provide comfort and support to those who need it most. Emergency services like police and firefighters often employ trained comfort dogs to help people who might be traumatized ...

Bindi Irwin returns from social media hiatus, shares precious pics of her baby with kangaroos & dog

The Irwins are some of the most popular animal heroes today. The family of of the late Crocodile Hunter star Steve Irwin have been carrying on his iconic legacy, advocating for animals around the world ...

Disabled 70-pound tortoise gets his very own wheelchair and can now move comfortably for the first time

Life can be hard for animals with disabilities, who can have difficulty getting around on their own. But thankfully, there are kind people willing to step up and help, using a little ingenuity to give ...

Blind dog and his ‘seeing eye cat’ find a home together after being surrendered to shelter

There are so many cats and dogs in shelters waiting to be adopted. Some have to wait longer than others: it can take months or even years of waiting as shelter workers try to find ...

Dad runs around with disabled puppy in his arms so he can still play with his siblings

It’s always inspiring to see what people will do for their dogs, especially when they have special needs. Some dogs can’t get around very easily, but their kind owners go out of their way to ...

Disturbing new pet trend involves live animals being shipped in ‘mystery boxes’

There are too many people trying to make a profit off of animals without any care for their wellbeing, like puppy mills and other unethical breeders. But some pet sellers take things to bizarre levels. ...

Family takes turns sleeping on the couch to keep their old dog company

Our dogs start to slow down a little as they get older, but we do everything make sure they are happy and comfortable in their twilight years. But one family went above-and-beyond for their old ...

Horse who ran in Kentucky Derby killed for meat in South Korea slaughterhouse

It’s horrific to think that people still slaughter horses for meat, and yet it remains a significant problem. These beautiful animals so often spend their lives serving humans, only to end up shipped to the ...