Shelter Dog Wanted To Hold Hands With Everyone Who Passed By His Kennel
“Every time someone walked past his kennel, he would stick his paw out, hoping someone would hold it."
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Julie Hunt
Julie Hunt is an avid dog lover and writer for iHeartDogs.com. She attended the University of Delaware, majoring in English. She was accepted into a creative writing program within the university, leading to two published works of poetry, Everchanging and In New Jersey. Upon graduation, Hunt worked as a veterinarian technician before becoming a proofreader, writer, and editor for Continuing Medical Education (CME).
After several years in the field and having two kids, Hunt dabbled in writing viral content for social media and became hooked. She’s been in the industry for over a decade and continues to long for the days without Facebook algorithms.
Julie has three dogs: Paisley– a Chinese Imperial Dog who was rescued prior to auction, Skyler– a Schnoodle and Rory– a bait puppy Hunt saw on Facebook needing urgent rescue while she was researching for an article.
Expertise: Writing Viral Content
Education: University of Delaware
Location: Morris County, New Jersey
Title: Writer
Articles by Julie Hunt
Golfers Abandon Game When They See A Furry-Someone Stranded In Creek
The golfers dropped everything to try and save him.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesWoman Finds Forgotten Tied-Up Puppy Sitting Calmly By A Tree
The young puppy must have known it would all be okay.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesCouple Has ‘Last Minute’ Wedding At Vet’s Office So Their Dog Could Attend
The pup had to go in for treatment and they wanted to be sure he was in attendance for their big day. The photos are so touching.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesStranger Duct Taped Lost Dog While Family Looked For Him
When they unraveled the duct tape, a family's lost dog was revealed.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesDeserted Puppies Bounded Over With Kisses While Their Mother Hid Away
While the pups were eager to be saved, their mother was more hesitant and took refuge in nearby bushes.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesDog Left In Well Could Hardly Lift His Head Yet His Spirit Remained Unbroken
He was weak, sad, and desperate. But through it all, his spirit remained unbroken.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesDog Tied To Fence Pole During Milton, Troopers Raced Over As Waters Rose
The water was quickly rising around him.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesWoman Uncovers Cause Of Puppy’s Fear So He Can Lead A Full Life
While the other dogs jumped around, eager for attention, he stayed in the back hoping no one would notice him.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesDog Flags Down Passing Cop And Demands That He Follow Her
What she led Deputy Wright to will be forever etched in his memory.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesAt First They Laughed At Animal With Container On His Head, But Soon Got To Work
When people laughed at the fearful creature, he tried to flee. But little did he know, they wanted to save his life.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesOwner Argued To Keep Dog He Chained For 11 Years, Rescuers Fought Back
After being chained up for over a decade, his muscles and nerves were damaged and he couldn't stand up for long.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesPups Missing Mom See A Dog That Looks Like Her Enter The Yard
The puppies run towards the dog that looks like their mom, unsure if it was really her.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesDog Let Down By Many, Leaves Shelter With His Head Held High
He didn't let them steal his spirit.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesPuppy Went From Scrawny And Forgotten To A Regal Dog Thanks To Kind Hearts
The skinny little puppy, unfed and unloved, transforms into a gorgeous, grateful dog.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesFood Lovin’ Bully Pauses Mid Meal To Give Human A Message
He leaves his food bowl mid munch to tell his human something.
Read More Cute Dog StoriesDog Carried Away By Hurricane Floodwaters Found Stranded In Tree
She was stranded in the 20-foot tree for days.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesWhen Owner Became Destitute, Dog Finds Woman Who May Be Able To Help
Without money for food, water, and electricity, the owner couldn't provide care for the mama dog or her babies.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesTeens Find Animal Frozen Stiff In Foam Insulation
The spray on foam hardened and the animal was rendered immobile.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesThis Good Girl Doesn’t Know She’s Being Left At A High-Kill Shelter
“The way she’s just lying there being a good girl breaks my heart. How can anyone be so cruel?”
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesStray Pup Chased Down Doggy Daycare Bus To Find A Home
Dreams can come true if you're brave enough to chase them down.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesPuppy Cowered In Building Fragments, Didn’t Think She’d Find Kindness
To this pup, kindness was merely an illusion.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesDog With Backward Legs Skirted Out From Busy Roadway
The dog was balding with legs facing the wrong way. Terrified of humans, she continued to evade rescue.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesCouple Adopts Dog Who Looks Like Their Own, Discovers They’re Long-Lost Brothers
“We used to joke that they were the 'same dog in a different font.'”
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesOfficer Braves ‘Mucky Sewer’ To Save A Trapped Puppy
Once cleaned off, the puppy looks entirely different.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesDog Adopted Every Foster Pup She Met While Waiting 1,263 Days For A Forever Home
Her 1,263 days, or over three years, were spent loving dozens of puppies.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesSenior Dog Found After Owner’s Betrayal, Enjoys Sunsets And Chasing Squirrels
“He loves being outside, chasing squirrels, but his favorite thing is sitting on the deck and watching the sunset every evening."
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesWounded Dog Lay In Dirt Outside Woman’s Window
The dog was waiting on an angel and she would soon appear in human form.
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