Dog Rescue Stories

His Owners Abandoned Him With A Damaged Eye And Leg, But You Helped Save Him!

Hoss' family abandoned him when he had a blind eye and a damaged leg. Luckily, your donations helped save him.

With Your Help, This Stray Dog Recovered From Car Accident Injuries

Barbie got into a car accident as a stray, but thanks to you, she's living a happy and healthy life today!

Stray Weaves Through Traffic To Get To Her But She Has To Leave For Now

Leaving him behind broke her spirit in half but if the stars aligned, she'd be back.

Puppy Tethered To Fence, Sniffs Rescuer And Aligns With Her Straight Away

The Pittie puppy that was abandoned and tied to a fence, gets one whiff of the volunteer and hopes she will be her forever.

You Helped These Beautiful Dogs Heal From Their Infections And Poorly Cropped Ears

These poor dogs had their ears cropped at home by their owners and they suffered from many infections. You helped them heal!

Snappy Puppy ‘Faces Off’ With Woman And Speaks To Her With His Eyes

She approaches his cage, but he continues to lash out. When they 'lock eyes,' he tells her his tale.

Guy On Doggy Roadtrip Finds Puppy In Desert That Wants To Join Them

When a puppy chased Noah down, he pulled the camper over. He opened the back, and the pup jumped up, wanting to climb inside.

She Tried To Climb Onto The Curb But She Was Too Weak To Do So

The vulnerable pup came from broken beginnings, but her canine spirit was still intact.

Woman Strokes Puppy That Wouldn’t Make It, Breathes New Life Into Her

She was limp and motionless. The woman gently stroked her fur and her eyes sprung open.

Huskies Living On The Street Find Comfortable Homes Thanks To Your Help!

Your donations help the Hairy Houdini Siberian Husky Rescue save stray dogs and find them comfortable forever homes.

Couple’s Unsuccessful Catching Abused Dog But He Runs Over When Called

The devoted husband and wife team attempted to capture Scooby, but he only came close enough to take a treat and run off again.

You Helped Keep Zipper Content While Recovering From Leg Surgery!

Zipper went through leg surgery, which limited her walks while she recovered. Luckily, she had plenty of donations to keep her busy.

Puppies Left To Fend For Themselves Get A Second Chance Thanks To You!

These adorable puppies had to fend for themselves outside, but luckily, you helped raise enough money to save them.

Thanks To You, Lola Is Experiencing A Luxurious Life For The First Time!

Lola almost died on the streets as a tiny puppy, but now she has lots of toys to play with and gets to go for long walks.

Black Trash Bag In Blueberry Field Is Really A Mangled Dog

A trash bag lay in the distance as she drove through the blueberry fields. But as she got closer and called out, a head popped up.

Dumped & Brokenhearted, Dog Scoured The Sea Looking For His Owner

Each and every day, the dog was in the water, searching for any sign of his human.

Used By An ‘Unscrupulous’ Breeder All Her Life, Dog Hugs Man That Freed Her

The dog sat on an old, tattered blanket among mountains of trash, awaiting her savior.

Homeless Pet Parents Get The Dog Food They Need Thanks To Your Help!

These homeless families have a hard time supplying healthy food to their pets, so donations have changed their lives.

Bony Dog Was Stiff And Cold But Fought For His ‘Happy Ending’ With Vigor

This "true warrior" was found clinging to life, but he vigorously fought for his happy ending with the strength of a lion.

Puppies Huddled Together With Shared Scars Of Trauma They Both Carried

They shared the same emotional scars as they faced the cruel world they were thrust into.

Guy Walking To Car Pets Lonely Stray, Contemplates Scooping Him Up

While walking to his car, the man sees a wandering puppy. He manages to get close enough to pet him and scoop him up, but he's unsure.

Her Big Eyes Looked Up At Him And He Saw In Her The Dog She’s Meant To Be

The puppy's big, beautiful eyes pleaded for his help. The tenderhearted man saw in her the dog she's meant to become.

Mangy Puppy ‘Touched By Love’ Mends His Aching Body And Tender Heart

The mangy rejected pup was all alone, struggling to survive. He never expected that one day, he would be loved so much.

Puppy Pulled From Rubbish Adjusts To ‘Normal Life’ But His Past Lingers

The puppy was in the darkest of circumstances. He could overcome his past and focus on a bright future if he embraces the love around him.

Dog From Hoarding Situation Gets Her Happily Ever After Because Of Your Help!

Drama came from a hoarding situation, but now, she has a full belly in her forever home thanks to your help!

You Filled This Sweet Pup’s Belly With Good Food While He Hunted His Forever Home

Maverick, once a stray, now thrives with love and good food, thanks to your kindness. His journey to joy warms every heart.

You Helped River After She Was Abandoned At A High-Kill Shelter

River was very shut down at an overcrowded Texas shelter, so your donations helped get her to a more comfortable environment.

S’mores Helplessly Wandered A Rural Area Until You Helped Save Him

S'mores had nowhere to go and no one to care for him until a rescue received your donations and was able to save him.

Blind Dog With Seizures Is Doing Much Better Thanks To Your Help!

Earl Grey has hydrocephalus, which leads to other concerns like blindness and seizures. Your donations help give him a better life!

Man Drove Back To Puppy Whose ‘Pitiful’ Face Haunted Him All Day

He nearly ran the trembling, abandoned pup over and couldn't get her little sad face off his mind.

Twisted Pup Made Herself Small So No One Noticed Her On Overgrown Path

The pup with a twisted back and patches of fur blossoms into a gorgeous fluffy dog with a bright future.

‘Bundle Of Innocence’ Cowering In Bustling Shipyard, Perks Up At Her Voice

The puppy living on the river bank at a shipyard checkpoint hid from the harrowing sounds. But when he heard her voice, he perked right up.

Highway Pit Bull Won’t Trust Woman To Go With Her, Leaving No Choice

The Pit Bull knew what she needed but wouldn't budge. The woman had no other choice.

Courier Loads Exhausted Stray Into His Truck, Dog Curls Up And Falls Asleep

The stray at the gas station struggled to stay awake. Once inside the man's vehicle, he curled up on the front seat and drifted off to sleep.

These Chiweenies Escaped An Overcrowded Home With Your Help!

Bo and Luke Duke were born into a home that had too many pets and not enough supplies, so your donations saved them.

Dog Found Digging Through The Trash Gets A Second Chance Thanks To Your Help

Marcus was underweight and digging through the trash when he was found, but then your donations helped keep his belly full.

These Homeless Families Now Have Healthy Food For Their Dogs Thanks To You

Your purchases are helping homeless families keep their dogs by donating healthy food and other necessary pet supplies.

Woman’s Dogs Tempt Stray To Follow Them Home But Will He

She knew what she had to do and after her dogs approached the stray, there was still a chance.

It Hurt To Be Touched But Her Longing For Affection Surpassed The Pain

The unsightly, smelly puppy had never experienced kindness. Even though it hurt to be touched, she still welcomed the woman's gentle pets.

Dog Blocks Road To Beg For Food, Runs To A Dank Cave And Drops It In

She stood in the road pleading for cars to stop and give her food. If they did, she'd run up the hill to drop it inside a cave.

Man Scrambles To Free Dog Trapped In Landslide, And She’s Not On Her Own

The Good Samaritan used his hands and a tiny shovel. He dug through the rumble, soon discovering that the pup wasn't alone.

Stray Wraps Himself Around Woman So She Won’t Leave Him In Horrid Place

He survived by drinking from muddy puddles and eating garbage. There was 'no way' he was letting her leave him in that horrible place.

Dog Defensive Of His Injured Body Lashed Out At Man Striving To Heal Him

The neglected and terrified dog growled while fighting capture. He didn't trust a soul and who could blame him?

Lady Loads Puppies Into Van, Holds Off Protective Snarling Mom From Attack

The family was living in a tent in a homeless colony. The mother did not want to give her puppies up and snarled when anyone came near.

Lady Ignored Dog Tied To Her Trailer That Still Has An Infectious ‘Joy For Life’

The dog tethered to a woman's trailer and then forgotten, forgave humans for wronging him in the past 'the moment' he was freed.

Woman Left Her Dog With Relatives, They Couldn’t Be Bothered And Kicked Him Out

He wandered the streets searching for his owner and eventually found shelter in an abandoned house.

Lady Meets Dog Living In Barrel With Her Babies But They’re Not All Puppies

The mother dog hid in an iron barrel to keep her babies safe and nurse them. But they weren't all puppies.

Soldier Must Leave Puppy He Saved In War Zone, But Vows To Return For Her

The puppy in need actually saved the soldier from dark thoughts and feelings from being in a war zone. He couldn't fathom leaving her behind.

Dog Protectively Laid In Front Of Wounded Companion As Train Horn Blared

The dog was willing to risk his own life by lying in front of her as the train neared, praying it would stop in time.

Stray Dog Climbs Down Ravine To Save Crying Kitten That Needed A Mom

The abandoned dog heard tiny meows coming from below. She didn't hesitate to rescue the needy kitten and hold her tight til help arrived.

Orphan Baby Seal Yells At Caretakers When They Try To Clean Her Bathtub

The feisty baby seal is so attached to her bathtub that she throws a tantrum if anyone tries to mess with it.