Tag "Stories"

Missouri Passersby Open Cardboard Box On Rural Road And Freeze At What They See

Animal rescuers respond to neglect and abandonment every day, but some cases are so severe they leave a lasting impression. On a rural road in Missouri, kind…

North Carolina Woman Brings Home A “Lab” Puppy, Then Learns What He Really Is

Before adopting a dog, many people think about breed and age. Even if those details are not the only things that matter, they can offer clues about…

Virginia Worker Hears Strange Cries Near A Dumpster And Finds Something Unthinkable

Finding an abandoned dog is painful enough, but realizing newborn puppies were tossed away like garbage is almost impossible to process. Sadly, acts like this still happen….

Something Falls Through The Ceiling At A Colorado School And Chaos Follows

Saturday morning was supposed to be the start of a relaxing weekend for teacher Alex Peterson. After a busy week at school, she planned to recharge at…

Senior Dog Found In Louisiana Park Bathroom With A Note That Stops Rescuers Cold

Sometimes, a single act of compassion is enough to keep hope alive. Ladybird, an older black Labrador, was discovered inside a public restroom at a park in…

Alabama Rescuers Spot A Dog With Something Stuck On His Head And Refuse To Give Up

In Mobile, Alabama, a Cane Corso later named Bear spent close to a year roaming with a large plastic container jammed over his head.  Residents reported sightings…

A Mysterious Porch Visitor In Missouri Leads To An Emotional Rescue

Stray dogs move through neighborhoods every day, looking for food, shelter, and one kind person who will notice them. For an injured dog, that search can feel…

Arizona Dog Found Soaked And Trapped In Canal Gets A Second Chance

A 10-year-old Chihuahua mix ended up in an unimaginable situation, stranded on top of a shopping cart in the middle of an Arizona canal. She was drenched,…

Texas Puppy Goes Home For One Day Then Gets Returned To The Rescue For A Surprising Reason

Boo was a tiny newborn who started life on the streets with her mother and littermates.  When Animal Control found the family, they were taken to a…

Pennsylvania Shelter Stunned To Learn What Was Hiding Under This Dog’s Matted Fur

When pets go too long without basic care, serious health problems can build up fast. Routine needs like coat maintenance, dental care, and nail trimming all play…