Dog Dumped And Tied To Pole Outside Shelter Finds Loving Home 2-Weeks Later
After being tied to a pole and left outside a shelter, a dog named Klondike has found a forever home nearly two weeks later.
Dog Rescue Stories
Stray Fighting Off Coyotes On Wildlife Cam Motivates Family To Intervene
Their wildlife cam showed the stray dog fighting off coyotes that continued to nip at him. But when they went outside to help him, he ran.
Heroic Man Approached Trapped Coyote With Pliers In Hand
The man attempts to free the trapped animal, but the coyote eventually warns him not to get too close.
Dog Dumped Like Trash in Crate on Highway And Found in Extreme Heat
A dog was rescued after being abandoned in a crate on I-275 in extreme heat. Officials are asking the public for help identifying the owner.
Matted Dogs Chained On Rooftop Get The Call They’ve Been Waiting For
The dogs waited two years on the roof for someone to place that call.
Woman Stops for Cat Litter, Leaves PetSmart With a Rescue Dog Instead
A woman went to PetSmart for cat litter and left with a rescue dog, giving him a forever home after 10 months of waiting.
Tiny Stray Emerged To Warm Herself By Fire, Won’t Leave In The Morning
The couple had to move on to their next destination. But the puppy wouldn't leave.
Nervous Dog That’s Too Much Work To Be Adopted Gives One Man A Chance
"She would watch every movement we made with this look of fear and anxiety."
Woman Rescues Stray Dogs Before Concert, Months Later Reunites the Best Friends
A woman rescues two stray dogs before a concert, then returns months later to reunite them in a heartwarming story.
Nervous Stray Puppy Springs To Life When Her Terrified Mom Is Rescued
A scared stray puppy was rescued and taken into foster care, but her true personality didn't show until her mom was rescued too.
She ‘Snored’ Through Her First Safe Sleep Since Ex-Owner Tried To Kill Her 3-Times
Molly, once abandoned and hurt, now sleeps peacefully, finally safe and loved. Her journey from despair to comfort is truly inspiring.
Shelter’s Longest Resident Waited for Love, And Then Everything Changed
The shelter's longest resident watched as all the pups got a home. Wishing he were just like them.
Texas Flood Rescue Puppies Arrive at Local Shelter
Nine puppies rescued from flood-stricken Texas arrived at PAWS Chicago, bringing hope and a fresh start after the storm.
Over 400 Dogs Trapped in “Filth” Rescued from Puppy Mill in Heartbreaking Operation
Over 400 dogs were rescued from a suspected puppy mill in Oklahoma, bringing hope after heartbreaking conditions were discovered.
Puppy Rescued After Used As Bait In Dog Fights, Discovers New Hope
A puppy rescued from dog fighting blossoms into a joyful companion after years of healing and love. A stunning rescue dog transformation.
Man Caught on Video Dumping Dog in Dumpster and Driving Off
A man is facing charges after surveillance video captured him dumping a dog in a Pennsylvania dumpster. The dog managed to escape.
Husky Mama Teaches Her Pup To Howl With An ‘Adorable’ Coaching Session
A devoted Husky mama shares a heartwarming moment, teaching her pup to howl in an adorable, unforgettable coaching session.
Puppy With A ‘Different’ Limb Awaits Loving Home as He Prepares for Surgery
Sebastian, a pit bull puppy with a limb difference, is recovering at a California shelter and hoping for a forever home.
Woman Spots Two German Shepherds, Then Quickly Turns Around Her Car
A woman finds two starving German Shepherds in the road and takes quick action to get them food, water, and shelter.
Chained Dog Begs Woman Not To Take Her Last Puppy Away
She guarded her baby with her life. He was all she had left.
Couple Discovers Surprise About Pitbulls No One Warned Them About Before Adopting
After adopting a Pitbull, there was something surprising that Stephen and Jessica discovered about the breed that nobody warned them about!
Dog Only Knew Life Outdoors, Now He’s Learning What Home Feels Like
A rescue dog who lived outside his whole life now sits by the door, unsure how to adjust to his new loving home.
Scared Shelter Dog Waits Years for the ‘Right’ Person to Come
After being returned to the shelter three times, Peanut still waits for a home, too afraid to let anyone in after five long years.
Woman Sees Shelter Dog’s ‘Mugshot’ and Learns His Unbelievable Backstory
After seeing a shelter photo, one woman uncovered the wild backstory of the dog she instantly fell in love with and adopted.
Woman Shares Why She Chose Peaceful Goodbye for Her Troubled Dog
After exhausting every option, one woman makes the heartbreaking decision to choose behavioral euthanasia for her rescue dog.
Puppy Dumped In Right Lane Of Busy Interstate Sleeps Soundly In His Bed
Roger immediately pulled off the road, and as soon as the puppy saw him, he ran right into his arms.
Affectionate Stray Won’t Go With Rescuers Without Her Best Friend
The dog repeatedly gave her paw to one of the rescuers. But she didn't want to be saved, and the rescuers soon learned why.
Nitro the Dog Has Spent Nearly 7-Years Waiting for a Home
Nitro has waited nearly 7 years at an Ohio shelter for a forever home. The loving dog continues to hope someone will finally choose him.
Monster Charged After Dogs Left in Heat Without Food or Water for Days
A Carnegie man was charged with animal cruelty after leaving three dogs outside without food or water in extreme heat. One dog didn’t survive.
Pup ‘Thrown Out’ Because He’s Different Wanted Someone To Love Him The Way He Is
Abandoned but resilient, Petey found warmth and love at the shelter, proving every pup deserves a chance to be cherished.
Matted Street Dog With Heavy Coat Gets An Emotional Makeover
Everyone could finally see his beautiful face without his heavy coat in the way. And he could finally see them too!
Frightened Dog Dumped In Trash Compactor Saw ‘Someone’ Approach As He Cried
A frightened dog was saved from a trash compactor in Daytona Beach after being trapped for hours. Now he’s safe, loved, and healing.
Thanks to iHeartDogs Customers, There’s a Puppy in This Airplane Pilot’s Lap for One Awesome Reason
A pilot’s lap becomes a haven for a puppy, highlighting a heartwarming mission to rescue shelter pets and give them a second chance.
‘Affectionate’ Dog Was Returned To Shelter 7-Times Without Explanation
Benji, a four-year-old dog, had experienced the confusion and sadness of being adopted and returned to the shelter seven times.
Woman Wakes to Find Three Puppies in Her Backyard, Still Doesn’t Know How They Got In
A woman was stunned to find three puppies in her backyard one morning. She still doesn’t know how they got in, but the moment went viral.
Woman Held Back Sobs As She Reached Out To Pup Caked In Mud And Waste
A woman’s heart broke as she reached for a puppy, abandoned and caked in mud, hoping to offer the love and warmth it desperately needed.
Rescue Dog Fears Abandonment During Move, New Owner’s Promise Brings Comfort
A rescue dog's heartbreaking reaction to moving boxes reminded his new owner of past trauma. Her response gave him the reassurance he needed.
Judge Denies Bond for Man Accused of Choking Dog, Threatening Children at Gunpoint
A South Carolina man accused of threatening his children and killing their dog has been denied bond on multiple violent charges.
Tears As Shelter Dog Places Paws On Kennel Bars, Begging Visitors To Adopt Him
Deuce, a sweet shelter dog, waits by his kennel door each day hoping for a second chance after being returned.
Dog Couldn’t Stop Crying As They Rescued Her Only To Later Find Out She Was Breastfeeding
A crying dog rescued from a ditch turned out to be a mother desperately trying to get back to her hidden puppies.
Injured Mama Dog Struggled To Help Her Babies Survive, But Then Rescuers Stepped In
An injured mother dog protected her puppies until help arrived. Her strength ensured they would live the life she couldn’t.
Unhoused woman doctors 10 newborn puppies for days, nonprofit needs donations to help
A homeless woman cared for 10 newborn puppies in extreme heat. A Tulsa rescue stepped in, and now they need help.
10 dogs rescued after being abandoned on side road near dam in local town
Ten small dogs were rescued after being abandoned near a dam in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. An investigation is underway.
Terrified Dog Never Wagged Her Tail, Then Her Foster Dad Built Her A Bedroom
Blossom, once a terrified dog, found hope and love in her foster dad's care, as he built her a safe haven to finally wag her tail.
Stray Who Hid Under The Tracks Sobs When Finally Placed In A Car To Be Saved
A stray dog, found under train tracks, cries with relief as he's gently placed in a car, beginning his journey to a loving home.
Stray Puppy Leads Volunteers To Vacant Building To Show Them Who’s Inside
He barked until they followed for the cutest reason!
Dog Living With Owner On Streets For Years Gets His Own Comfy Bed
Once the pup got his own bed and plushy, he fell fast asleep.
Foster Dog Breaks Down After Realizing He’s Lost Another Home
A rescue dog began to cry after leaving the shelter for foster care, but his emotional moment led to a happy new beginning.
Shelter Staff Say Goodbye to Dog Who Waited Over 243 Days To Be Adopted
After 243 days in a shelter, Farah the dog finds her forever home and says an emotional goodbye to the staff who loved her.
Adoption Falls Through for Loving Dog, Internet Rallies for Him
After a foster dog was returned just 72 hours after adoption, his foster mom shared his story in hopes of finding him the home he deserves.
Her Owners Kicked Her Out Yet She Faithfully Remained By Their Doorstep
Despite the family's cruelty, the dog stayed true to her callous owners and would run away when anyone came near.
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