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Dog born with extremely short spine & no neck finds a family who loves him just the way he is

Cooper, an American foxhound, is a unique pooch. He is one of only a few dogs in the world that lives with short spine syndrome. Short spine syndrome is a genetic condition where the vertebrae are ...

Chris Evans says adopting his dog Dodger was the ‘best decision of my life’

No matter who you are, adopting a dog is always a great decision. When you adopt a dog from a shelter you’re not only giving them a great new life, you’re getting plenty of unconditional ...

47 cats rescued from hoarding situation after living in van with homeless owner

It’s heartbreaking to think of the terrible conditions some animals have to live with. When you have a pet it’s your responsibility to keep them happy, healthy and safe, but that’s sadly not everyone is ...

Overjoyed pittie can’t stop hugging and kissing her new dad after getting adopted

It’s always great news when a shelter dog finds their forever home. Dogs have a way of knowing that they’ve finally been adopted, and their reactions can be the sweetest thing. That was the case ...

New York passes statewide ban on pet stores selling cats and dogs, aimed at ending puppy mills

Buying animals from pet stores has fallen out of fashion over the years, as more and more people have become aware of the unethical ways these stores get their cats and dogs. Pets sold in ...

Dog left at railroad tracks waits for days for his owner to return

Dogs are incredibly loyal to their owners, but sadly that love isn’t always reciprocated. Too many dogs get abandoned by their owners, and heartbreakingly, dogs don’t seem to understand that they’ve been left behind — ...

Lost cat finally reunites with family after 16 years: ‘I didn’t think it was possible’

It’s always heartbreaking when a pet goes missing. You search everywhere, terrified that you’ll never see your friend again. But it’s important to never lose hope entirely: we’ve seen many stories of dogs being found ...

Retired police dog gets emotional after reuniting with handler she hasn’t seen in years

K9s are amazing dogs. Not only do they provide an invaluable service to police departments, but they make a huge impression on their fellow officers, forming a bond that can never be broken. That’s what ...

Lost dog reunites with family five years after being stolen

It’s always heartbreaking when a pet is stolen, but it’s important to not lose hope entirely. Sometimes lost pets return to their families in unexpected ways, months or even years after they disappeared. That was ...

12-year-old dog saved from hoarding situation gets adopted by veteran

A senior dog saved from a hoarding situation has found a sweet new home to spend her twilight years, with a local veteran who is known for his big heart. According to a Facebook post ...