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Abandoned dogs found in the sewers kept each other company for weeks When Elded Hagar, founder of the California-based Hope For Paws shelter, received a call about a pair of brother-and-sister poodles living under a freeway, he had no idea how difficult it would be to rescue them. He and another volunteer, Vanessa Enriquez, found … Read more

Julian saw Layka as his hero, and he intended to save her life just as she had saved his.  Staff Sergeant Julian McDonald had no clue that sending Layka, a trained military dog, inside an Afghan building to clear it before he and the men entered would affect the path of his life for the … Read more

Max, a striking black and white dog with a gentle demeanor, once captured hearts with his playful energy and loveable nature. However, his life took an unexpected turn when he began to develop noticeable swelling around his face, particularly his head. What was once a sleek, expressive face soon became distorted, causing significant concern for … Read more

“That is the smile of a dog who knows he’s home.” The smile of an adopted dog touched the hearts of his rescuers, who were pushing for him to find a home after he had been overlooked for far too long. Petey, a dog that arrived from a high-intake shelter in North Carolina to SPCA … Read more

In a quaint corner of the world, a heartwarming spectacle unfolded as a proud mother dog welcomed six bundles of joy into the embrace of her furry family. The air was filled with an indescribable warmth, a tangible aura of love that transcended the boundaries of species. This radiant display of maternal affection touched the … Read more

When this tiny puppy called “Freddie Mercury” was suffering at a shelter, it was difficult to see beyond her outward looks. She needed 17 teeth pulled. Her tiny body was twisted indefinitely, and one of her paws developed at an unnatural angle. Regardless, this puppy deserves a happy life. People, on the other hand, found … Read more

Today marks a heartwarming milestone as we celebrate the birthday of a special dog whose life has been transformed by a remarkable match. This tale of serendipity and compassion unfolds with a deaf dog who, despite the challenges of his condition, has found his forever home with a hearing-impaired man. Their story is a beautiful … Read more

A dog that faints when excited does not let his handicap get the better of him Peter the dog has a unique condition that causes him to faint when he gets too excited. His family noticed his unusual condition when he was young. He freezes and falls backwards during an episode that lasts a few … Read more

According to SNARR Animal Rescue, Woody was attacked by another  dog when he was five weeks old, and he “had to self-medicate without veterinary attention.” After the owner tied and abandoned the dog outside, SNARR arrived and rescued Woody. Woody was left alone for six weeks, surviving on the kindness of neighbors who brought him food, until … Read more

 For eight years, a dog lived in a dilapidated doghouse in her family’s backyard – until one day, it appeared that things had gotten much worse for her. Pamela was left behind while the family was evicted from their home. “Have you ever seen a dog with a broken heart?” Janine Guido, founder of Speranza … Read more