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‘Their Human-Animal Bond is Undeniable:’ Malnourished Senior Rescue Finds Forever Home to Live Out His Golden Years
At Dane County Humane Society (DCHS) we see heartbreaking situations, but your support gives animals hope, time, and the medical care they need to recover.
Shaking, Petrified Puppy Brought Out of His Shell By Fellow Shelter Dogs
Dakota was the least-adoptable puppy I have ever met. When I traveled to a nearby big city shelter to transfer some dogs into the rescue I work for – PAWS Shelter of Central Texas – I never imagined that I would leave with one of the most challenging cases I’ve dealt with in my 10 years of animal shelter work.
Fate Stepped In and Helped This Bonded Pair of Rescue Pups Find Their Forever Home
We had lost our beloved dog two months before and I was just starting to think about rescuing again, but I wasn’t sure if we were ready. One February day in 2010, fate took a hand.
Starving Dog Rescued from 4×4 Kennel Recovers to Find New Home and Best Doggie Friend
Love makes a huge difference in a dog’s life and Jazzi is a prime example.
Dog Takes Cat Friend On Snowy Sleigh Ride In This Heartwarming Video
It doesn’t matter what species you are, when you’ve found a true friend, it just feels right. Just look at his Golden Retriever and her stylish feline companion.
The Incredible Friendship Between A Boy And His Autism Service Dog
There is no friendship cuter than the friendship that exists between a kid and their dog. These friendships are rooted in such fierce love and loyalty, there is no breaking the bonds. They definitely are bonds that will carry on for many years. After all, dogs are great companions for kids – especially those who have special needs.
Family Dumps Paralyzed Dog Without Her Wheelchair
Angie is a 2-year-old cocker spaniel who was paralyzed. The way that she came about her injury was a mystery. It seemed that it would remain a mystery as her owners ended up surrendering her to the Miami-Dade Animal Services without further explanation.
Dog Finds Forever Home Just Before Christmas After Spending 3+ Years In A Shelter
All animals deserve a loving, forever home. Sadly, there are thousands of animals in shelters waiting for their turn at a chance to live happily ever after. It’s quite heartbreaking – particularly around the holidays as no animal should have to spend Christmas alone in a shelter.
‘Roxy Was My Entire World,’ Army Veteran Honors Beloved PTSD Service Dog In Emotional Instagram Photos
Army infantry veteran Justin Tucker has lost his best friend Roxy, a PTSD service dog who had more than 4,000 followers on Instagram. Roxy, a pit bull, was declining in health after doctors discovered she had cancer. She was euthanized about four months after the diagnosis.
Woman Rescues Dog After It Disappears Under The Heavy Sea Foam
Seafoam is a rather unusual phenomenon off of Australia’s Gold Coast. Because of extreme weather in the area, the brown foam is covering many of the beaches and it makes it almost impossible to see the water.
Homeless Man Saves All 16 Animals In Shelter After It Catches Fire
Keith Walker has been homeless since he was just 13 years old, but one night in December he proved himself a superhero to the residents of the W-Underdogs shelter.
Family Reunited With Pit Bull 8 Years After He Was Stolen in a Home Invasion
The bond between pet and owner is often unbreakable. Many of us have felt that strong connection to our furry family members, and we know that we would do anything for them. Julia Nemeth felt the same way, as she never gave up on finding her missing part of the family.
Starving Puppy Rescued During Frigid Day Blossoms Into Loving, Spoiled Dog
This story was originally shared in the Clear the Shelters Adoption Story Challenge on ShelterChallenge.com. Create your own free Shelter Challenge account and vote for your favorite shelter or rescue group to win cash and prizes. Every time you vote we’ll give an extra donation to shelters!
Couple Takes a Chance on ‘Aggressive’ Rescue, Finds He is a Cuddly Couch Potato
Sparticus’ story was originally shared in the Clear the Shelters Adoption Story Challenge on ShelterChallenge.com. Create your own free Shelter Challenge account and vote for your favorite shelter or rescue group to win cash and prizes. Every time you vote we’ll give an extra donation to shelters!