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Missing dog is overjoyed to reunite with his family after 11 years apart

It’s always heartbreaking when a dog goes missing. You search everywhere, but at some point you start to accept you may never see your pet again. But it’s important to not lose hope entirely: sometimes ...

Puppy thrown out with the trash, city employees praised for rescuing it at the last second

A puppy was saved from almost certain death in east Columbus, Ohio last week when an observant garbageman spotted the frightened animal inside a dumpster. The Columbus Department of Public Service thanked one of their ...

Zoo employees who stayed in Ukraine to help animals found shot to death

Ever since the Russian military invasion of Ukraine began two months ago, we’ve heard many stories of bravery and resilience from the Ukrainian people — including many who stayed behind in the war-torn country to ...

Firefighter gives stray puppy a foster home after he was rescued from fire

We’ve seen many stories of firefighters rescuing pets in need of help. Whether it’s saving animals from freezing cold waters or tight jams, fire crews can always be counted on to save the day. But ...

Humane Society throws party to celebrate dog being one year cancer-free

For the San Diego Humane Society, this April 1 wasn’t just “April Fools Day,” but a very special milestone they knew they had to celebrate. One of their most special animal friends celebrated one year ...

Neglected dog who chew through leg to escape gets rescued and finds a new loving home

One dog’s heartbreaking story has finally reached a happy ending: a dog who gnawed off her own leg amidst a neglectful home situation was rescued and now has a loving new forever home. According to ...

Doris Day’s animal foundation celebrates late star’s 100th birthday with drive to help pets in need

For many people, America’s sweetheart will always be Doris Day, the singer of classic songs like “Que Sera, Sera” and one of the biggest box-office stars of the ’50s and ’60s. Her famously wholesome image ...

Black bear successfully evacuated from Ukraine to German sanctuary

The ongoing invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces has shocked the world and affected millions of innocent lives. Many civilians have had to flee their homes, while others are stuck under heavy fire. While the ...

Internet-famous cat Stepan raises $10,000 for Ukrainian animal charities after fleeing from bombing

As the invasion of Ukraine rages on, countless citizens have been left in harm’s way. Animals, too, have faced serious danger, from pets separated at the border to zoo animals unable to evacuate from war-torn ...

Rescue dog seen in Oscars Betty White tribute gets adopted by John Travolta

The Oscars were on Sunday, and while there were many memorable moments with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, one surprise guest really made the night for animal lovers: a rescue dog named Mac-n-Cheese, who took ...