Devoted Veteran & Therapy Dog Pair Honored For National Service Dog Month
The VFW is honoring Julian King and his beloved service dog, Mocha this month for their dedication to the community of Coos Bay, Oregon.
Heartwarming Dog Stories
Longest Shelter Resident Receives Standing Ovation As He Finally Goes Home
After a long wait, a beloved shelter dog finally finds his forever home, leaving behind a trail of wagging tails and joyful tears.
Fourth Grader Donates All Earnings From Her Dog Walking Business To Save Dogs
A young girl started a dog walking business because she loves dogs, and then donated all her earnings to a local animal shelter.
Soccer Players Kick Off Game By Finding Homes For Shelter Dogs
At the start of soccer games in Romania, players cuddle shelter dogs to help them find their forever homes faster.
Loving Rescue Dog Has The Cutest Goodnight Routine With His Humans
A loving rescue dog named Killian has a sweet bedtime routine to ensure that all his humans are safe and comfortable at night.
Veteran Who Lost His Leg Adopts A Three-Legged German Shepherd
These two are meant for each other!
Late 9/11 Search Dog Continues To Help Handler In Unique Ways
Bretagne was the last living working dog from 9/11. Her legacy still lives on today in many unexpected ways, even after she passed away.
A Support Dog Saved This Veteran Suffering From PTSD And Alcoholism
"She knows when I'm angry, when I'm sad, when I have flashbacks she wakes me up by licking me or touching me or standing on me."
Dying Man Holds On To See His Senior Dog Find The Perfect Home
“John put his hand on my arm and he just said, ‘You’re a good guy. This is good.' It was emotional. Everybody was crying in the room."
Animal Rescues Everywhere Step Up To Save Pets In Hurricane Ida’s Path
This nationwide compassionate response really shows how animal rescuers step up during a crisis.
Gentle Golden Retriever Adorably Welcomes Tiny Kitten To Her Home
This Golden is so excited to meet her new kitten friend!
Funeral Home Gives New Canine Employee Her Own Condo
Lilo the Lab is the newest employee at a Pennsylvania funeral home. With her new job, she also gets three loving homes to stay at.
Blind Husky Has The Cutest Reaction When She Senses Snow
Mackenzie is a blind Husky, but she doesn't let her lack of eyes hold her back. She runs around like crazy every time there's snow outside.
This Boy Reuniting With His Lost Pug Will Make You Sob Too
Once he recognizes Piper in the car, Carter's expression changes. Before he even gets in to the front seat, he breaks down into tears.
Stranger Pays For Dog’s Vet Bills To Save Her Life
After suffering four losses in the past year, a woman almost lost her dog too. But then, a kind stranger covered the pup's vet bills.
Rescuer Finds Tiny Pup Using A Shoe As Shelter & Completely Transforms Her Life
“She was exhausted. She knew that I might be her only chance, so she lay down and surrendered to fate.”
Shelter Includes Emotional Poem With Rescue Dog’s Adoption Paperwork
"I loved them, the others, the ones who left me, but I wasn't good enough; for they didn't want me."
YouTube Adventurer Raises Funds To Save His Beloved Travel ‘Pawtner’ From Cancer
Together, they've visited some of the most beautiful places the Southwest region has to offer. All these two need is a truck, nature, and each other.
Meet Basil, A Two-Legged Foster Fail From The Wuhan Streets
"I knew it was gonna happen, too. The minute he got into my car, I was like, 'Oh, this is it. He's not coming back to the shelter.'"
“Macs4Pets” Contest Donates Over $10,000 To Animal Shelters
Macs4U held a contest that donated thousands of dollars to animal shelters and shared plenty of adorable pet photos.
Retired Racing Dog Supports Veterans Throughout The Pandemic & Beyond
A retired racing dog offers comfort and companionship to veterans, creating heartfelt bonds that last through the pandemic and beyond.
Couple Discovers Their New Rescue Dog Is Related To Their Late Canine
After doing a DNA test, a Chicago couple found out that their new rescue dog is a relative of their late German Shepherd mix.
Rescue Dog Named For The Deputy Warden Stabbed While Saving Him
Nelson's adopters have no plans to rename their dog. “We felt that you can’t change a name like that after what Dave did for him, so he’s Nelson forever.”
Neighbors And Firefighters Rush To Rescue Veteran’s Service Dog Hit By Car
"I saw the dog get hit by a car, and it flew off of the car and landed on the ground… I pulled over quickly to go help because I’m a dog lover.”
Scared, Abandoned Pittie Wouldn’t Leave The Cardboard Box He Was Found In
The LifeLine Animal Project staff gave Plum the time he needed to feel safe and tried to set him up for success with patience and kindness.
UPDATE: “Demonic” Chihuahua Helped His New Mom Overcome Trauma
Prancer the "demonic" Chihuahua found his forever home after a brutally honest post. Now, he's helping his new mom heal from trauma.
Follow Along As Police Rescue Buttercup From Under A Foundation
Join the heartwarming rescue of Buttercup, a dog trapped under a home, as dedicated officers spring into action to save her.
Retired Military K-9 Can’t Stop Hugging His Former Handler When They Finally Reunite
A retired military K-9 joyfully reunites with his handler, sharing heartfelt hugs and finding a forever home filled with love and warmth.
UPDATE: Frenchie Given Only Weeks To Live Hangs On To See Her Best Friend Get Married
A resilient Frenchie defies all odds to witness her best friend's wedding, showcasing the incredible spirit and love dogs bring.
Facing Euthanasia, Local Shelter Offers Dog Dad Hope For His Injured Pup
When Ollie was hit by a car, a vet told her dad euthanasia was the only option. But he was about to meet some compassionate animal heroes!
Mom Surprises Daughters By Secretly Rescuing The Dog They Fell In Love With
"When I saw MacKenna just break down and start crying, and just the look on their faces in shock, I definitely teared up."
Witness The Moment This Mama Cat Introduces Her Kitten To Her Dog BFF
Watch a mama cat introduce her kitten to her dog BFF, capturing hearts with their adorable and warm interspecies friendship.
Baby Girl And Her Golden Retriever Are The Absolute Best Of Friends
Experience the heartwarming bond between a baby girl and her Golden Retriever, capturing pure joy and friendship in every moment.
Shelter Dog Can’t Believe How Much Fun It Is To Go On Field Trips
Bagel, a shelter dog, finds joy on a field trip, discovering happiness beyond the kennel's walls, thanks to compassionate caretakers.
Pittie Found In Ditch Missing Ears Thanks The Rescuers Who Saved His Life
Scooter ultimately lost both of his ears, but the scars left behind are a reminder of his strength and the love and patience his rescuers showed him.
Injured Surfside Collapse Response Dog Thanked With Free Flight Home
After three weeks of offering support in Surfside, Teddy suddenly awoke unable to pick himself up. His back legs seemed to have stopped working.
Dog Stays By Man’s Body For Hours After He Passes Away
When an elderly man went missing and then passed away, his loyal dog stayed by his side until search and rescue teams found them.
Selfless 11-year-old Boy Reunites Lost Seizure Alert Dog With His Dad
An 11-year-old boy's heartwarming act brings an Army veteran's seizure alert dog back home, rekindling hope and gratitude.
Soldier Finally Reunites With Stray Pup He Rescued In Iraq
When soldiers learned their base would be shut down, they worried about what that meant for their new friend Ollie, the dog they befriended in Iraq.
Family Takes Dog On Epic Road Trip Before She Loses Sight
A loving family takes their beloved dog on a heartfelt journey, embracing every moment before she loses her sight.
Classic Car Enthusiasts Raise Funds For Blind Teen’s Service Dog
A legally blind 18-year-old needed a service dog. So, a group of class car owners came together to raise the money for him.
Golden Retriever Team Brings Comfort To Aftermath Of Condo Collapse
Nine Golden Retrievers arrived at the location of the Miami condo collapse. They comforted first responders and families of victims.
Dog Rescue Founder Reunites With Missing Pit Bull After 8 Years Apart
A woman and her lost dog were reunited after 8 years apart. During the dog's time away, the woman started her own dog rescue!
Loving Lab Steps In As Foster “Mother” To Seven Orphaned Kittens
A loving Labrador, Bertie, becomes a nurturing "mother" to seven tiny kittens, showcasing the beauty of unexpected friendships.
Shih-Tzu With Amputated Legs Rescued By Detective With Prosthetic
Relating to Chloe's difficult journey on a personal level, Detective Hunter and his family fostered Chloe for a few weeks. She ended up a "foster fail!"
“World’s Ugliest Dog” Competition Celebrates Adorable Rescue, Senior Pups And Their Stories
Celebrate the unique beauty of rescue and senior pups at the World's Ugliest Dog Competition, where every dog has a heartwarming story.
Animal Shelter Saves The Day After Dog’s Human Is Hospitalized
A patient was admitted to the hospital without knowing when they'd be back. An animal shelter rushed to make sure their dog stayed safe.
Army Veteran Surprised With New Puppy After Losing Her Emotional Support Dog
After losing her beloved Pommy, a veteran finds hope and healing in a new puppy, bringing warmth and joy back into her life.
Soldier And 3-Week-Old Puppy Form Unbreakable Bond In Syria
A soldier from Nebraska met a 3-week-old puppy in Syria. The two formed a close bond, so he found a way to bring the pup home with him.
Army Veteran Surprised With Service Puppy At 9/11 Memorial In New York City
Army veteran Zachary Jones found a heartwarming surprise at the 9/11 memorial,a service puppy waiting to change his life forever.
Abandoned & Differently-Abled Miniature Horse Lives Indoors With 3 Dog Friends
Meet Peabody, a cherished miniature horse, who found love and friendship living indoors with his three dog buddies.
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