Amazing Dog Stories

A baby elephant fell into a deep muddy hole and couldn’t climb out. Her cries could be heard from miles away. Thankfully, a caring group of people rushed to the scene and called for help. The response was incredible! Good Samaritans rushed over with heavy machinery. The rescuers refused to give up until the baby elephant was free. The poor calf, caked in mud, was understandably scared. The dedicated heroes continued to dig a path. Soon, it was low enough … Read more

For some reason, people often assume that cats and dogs are enemies. Sure, some dogs and cats might not get along, but others can become best friends. Some dogs would even risk their lives to save a feline. A few years ago, an explosion occurred in a defense industry building near Donetsk City, Ukraine. Fire and smoke spread to nearby areas, putting lots of people at risk. As people rushed out of burning buildings, they made sure all their beloved … Read more

There’s nothing more heartwarming than a pair of unlikely animal friends. Something about them being there for each other without being able to communicate is enough to bring tears to our eyes. So, when a manatee kept a stranded dog company, many people fell in love with the unlikely duo. The poor Pit Bull was stranded in a river overnight, clinging to the cement edge for dear life. He couldn’t grip the surface well enough to climb out, so he … Read more

The oldest animal at the Houston Zoo is officially a first-time father. Mr. Pickles, a 90-year-old radiated tortoise, and his partner, 53-year-old Mrs. Pickles, have welcomed three baby tortoises into the world. The hatchlings were actually quite a surprise since their eggs were unexpectedly discovered by a hepatology keeper. But the birth of the “Baby Pickles” is actually a really big “dill” for their critically endangered species. They say slow and steady wins the race. Well, these long-time lovebirds sure … Read more

The danger and destructiveness of fire is a topic that is at the forefront of everyone’s minds with the devastation we continue to witness in Australia. It makes us wonder what we would do if faced with a wall of fire creeping every closer to our home and family. Which of us would rise up as heroes in the face of imminent danger? In one story out of Ukraine, a family dog turned out to be a hero. Who he … Read more

On May 21, 2013, an EF-5 tornado ripped a 14-mile path through Moore, Oklahoma, a suburb of Oklahoma City, killing 24 and destroying 12,000 homes. The estimated cost of the damage totaled $2 billion. Barbara Garcia and her dog Bowser were among those in the tornado’s path. Together, they sheltered in a small interior bathroom of their house, but all at once, the power went out, and Barbara and Bowser were lifted and tossed about as the house was torn … Read more

By the time rescuers arrived, Keanu had completely given up. After the gentle giant was abandoned in the woods, he had gotten so sick and so sad that he chose to completely give up on life. He was found literally hours from death, lying motionless on the forest floor. He didn’t even have the strength to stand.  But with lots of love and care, Keanu was able to find his will to live again. When they found Keanu lying on … Read more

Humpback whales have one of the longest migrations of any mammal on the planet. Some species travel an incredible 5,000 miles from where they feed to where they breed. Fin Island research station scientists have been following Moon, the humpback whale, for 15 years. They usually spot her in September as she makes her annual 3,000-mile journey from Canada’s frigid waters down to Hawaii’s lukewarm waters. Hawaii is where they believe Moon was born, and she returns there every year. … Read more

What would you do if you saw that a dog had fallen over a canal wall and was struggling to keep swimming? As an animal lover, you’d probably do everything possible to get him to safety. Well, that’s exactly what a few twenty-year-old students did. They instantly sprang into action, with one of them even dangling over the edge of the towering wall. The nerve-wracking rescue was captured on camera, and once it was shared, it almost instantly went viral.  … Read more

Those with fur and paws always fill our hearts with wonder, but dogs aren’t alone in behaviors that make us stop and think for a second. The entirety of the animal kingdom is filled with oddities and unforgettable moments, and these tales of ants and dead bees are one more example of why all animals, whether mammals, reptiles, amphibians, or even insects, are so incredible. Even if it’s not for the reasons we first think. When Nicole Webinger stepped into … Read more

Humpback whales have one of the longest migrations of any mammal on the planet. Some species travel an incredible 5,000 miles from where they feed to where they breed. Fin Island research station scientists have been following Moon, the humpback whale, for 15 years. They usually spot her in September as she makes her annual 3,000-mile journey from Canada’s frigid waters down to Hawaii’s lukewarm waters. Hawaii is where they believe Moon was born, and she returns there every year. … Read more

On the outskirts of a Russian town, an old woman lived alone. The town was safe and friendly, so when a group of hunters knocked on her door, she let them in. They had three pups with them that they left safely on her front porch before coming inside. The woman made them a meal and offered to house them for the night. The next morning, the hunters left and took two of the pups with them. They left the … Read more

On the outskirts of a Russian town, an old woman lived alone. The town was safe and friendly, so when a group of hunters knocked on her door, she let them in. They had three pups with them that they left safely on her front porch before coming inside. The woman made them a meal and offered to house them for the night. The next morning, the hunters left and took two of the pups with them. They left the … Read more

When a Pit Bull from Killeen, Texas, disappeared for weeks, his family worried they’d never see their loving dog again. Bruassard, the Pit Bull, had gotten out of his fenced-in yard a few times, but he always returned shortly after thanks to the help of his neighbors. So, when Kenneth Green returned home to find his backyard gate open and Bruassard missing, he was sure the pup would turn up soon. But the missing Pit Bull never appeared. None of … Read more

No matter what happens, dogs are a part of the family. We can always see the good in our furry friends, which is why most dog parents strive to work on training their pups. Yet, the world doesn’t always see our dogs as the angels we know and love. And when it comes to Pit Bulls, many people assume the worst faster than they would for any other dog. Toya Stewart’s Pit Bull Hazel had some aggression problems toward strangers, … Read more

Even when you lose a dog, they never really leave you. We keep our beloved dogs in our hearts forever and bring them to life again through memory and everlasting love. This is a story about a sweet Golden Retriever named Kujo, a family dog loved by many. Kujo crossed the Rainbow Bridge on May 23, 2018, according to a now viral TikTok video about her. The video is more than just your average tribute, however. “The family had a … Read more

When a diver slips below the ocean’s smooth surface, they’re hoping to catch a glimpse of the elusive animals beneath. They rarely have the opportunity to observe a majestic creature like a sea turtle in its natural habitat, let alone get the chance to help one.  The entire interaction between the diver and the turtle is almost unbelievable, but luckily, the entirety of the magical moment was captured on camera. We all know what it’s like to have an itch … Read more

A dog’s detection skills are excellent. That’s why canines are often recruited to police forces and the military. In fact, depending on conditions, dogs are able to detect something roughly 40 feet underground and roughly 12 miles away.  But one morning, when Peanut unexpectedly started barking, yelping, and racing around the house, her family certainly didn’t expect the turn of events that would happen next. When Peanut showed-up at the Delta Animal Shelter, she was in really rough shape. Poor … Read more

Sidewalk Specials stepped up to rescue a dog needing their help. He was underweight, and his face was crusted and scaly. The three-legged pup also had a harder time getting around than most strays, making day-to-day living more challenging. As rescuers reached down to save the dog, he had no idea what was happening and snapped at them out of fear. But they were not giving up! The rescuers claim that his eyes showed fear and emptiness. The dog was … Read more

Do you remember Van Gogh, the handsome Boxer-Pitbull mix with only one ear, who painted his way into the internet’s hearts? After taking a short break, the cuddly canine is back, making gorgeous works of art. To celebrate both his and the human Van Gogh’s birthdays, the shelter that saved him is hosting another online art auction. And while they had anticipated his work would likely sell out and they would raise some money for their organization, they certainly didn’t … Read more

It’s no secret dog owners love their dogs, and a new study takes a look into exactly how far that love goes. The Times of London published an experiment meant to compare a person’s empathy toward dogs as opposed to other humans. A medical research charity in the UK staged their study around two fake advertisements asking for donations. In the first ad, readers were told the sad story of a man named Harrison. It read, “Would You give £5 to … Read more

Sometimes you just get the feeling that you need to make a very specific decision, even if that decision doesn’t necessarily make logical sense. These “gut feelings” have a tendency to lead to something amazing, or spare us (or someone else) from impending danger. That’s exactly what happened to Calvin when he was driving home one Friday night.  But luckily for the dog that was in danger, Calvin was in exactly the right place at exactly the right time. Calvin … Read more

Very few people have to question whether their dog is actually a dog or not. If the place they got them from said they’re a dog, then why believe anything else? Well, a family in China had a pretty good reason to doubt their pet’s species because their dog turned out to be an endangered bear. The family bought their puppy thinking he was a Tibetan Mastiff, one of the largest dog breeds. However, when their puppy began to eat … Read more

Times have been tough for a Detroit family with four kids and two pets. However, things suddenly got worse for them when their home caught on fire, destroying almost all their belongings and leaving them with nowhere to go. Luckily, everyone in the family survived the fire, thanks to their loyal Pit Bull named Blue. Instead of escaping the fire as quickly as he could, Blue stayed behind to make sure firefighters found the youngest child in the flames. He … Read more

It’s quite common for the passengers and crew of whale watching safaris to see an assortment of incredible animals, including dolphins, sea lions, and whales. In fact, the captains go out of their way to take their passengers to the spots where they’re most likely to get a good glimpse. But no one had ever witnessed the miracle of a gray whale giving birth before, let alone captured it on camera! To experience this first-hand was a once in a … Read more

An uncaring hunter gave up on one of his dogs when she became paralyzed. As the pup lay there, petrified because she was unable to move, the one person she trusted turned his back on her. Thankfully, she ended up in the kind hands of the rescue group Galgos del Sol, located in Spain. They quickly decided, no matter what, they would help the pup walk again! The paralyzed dog, named Avellana, never complained, despite her condition. She even wagged … Read more

What’s one sign that the staff and volunteers of an animal shelter love the animals they take into their care? The animals come running back to the rescue even after they’ve found their forever home! Just like Bailey the dog did when she got lost from her new family. Bailey had just left the Animal Rescue League of El Paso in Texas a few weeks prior and was happily settling into her new home with dad Micah Baier and dog … Read more