Stranded 190-Pound Mastiff Rescued From Hiking Trail in Utah
A brave rescue team saved a stranded mastiff and his owner from a Utah trail, reminding us of the power of compassion and teamwork.
Dog Rescue Stories
Over 45 Dogs Rescued From Hoarding Situation In Ohio
An Akron-based rescue organization sent truckloads of volunteers to collect over 45 sick dogs from the home.
Rescued Dog Can’t Stop Hugging The Woman Who Saved Her
Penny, a rescued dog, showers her savior with endless hugs, showing heartfelt gratitude and the power of unconditional love.
Giant Dog Comforts Rescue Kitten During Bathtime
Ruby Jane, a gentle Bloodhound, shows her tender heart as she lovingly comforts a rescue kitten during bathtime.
Special Needs Dog Was In The Back Seat Of A Stolen Car, Still Missing
Zorra, a disabled Husky-Shepherd mix, was stolen, leaving her devoted owner heartbroken. Help reunite this cherished duo.
Autumn the Hopeful Rottweiler is Looking for a Loving Family to Spend Her Last Days With
Autumn, a loving Rottweiler, seeks a forever home to share warmth and companionship in her final days. Spread love and hope today.
Piglet the Pink Puppy Can’t See or Hear, But He Inspires Kids Every Day
Piglet, the pink puppy who can't see or hear, brings joy and inspiration to kids, proving love knows no boundaries.
UPDATE: Woman Creates Dating Profile For Her Foster Dog To Give Him A Leg Up On The Competition
Sarah gives her foster dog, Chance, a unique dating profile to help him find his forever home. Discover their heartwarming journey.
Starving Dog’s Incredible Recovery Reveals His Beauty
He was shockingly skinny and nearly hairless. She wondered how the dog could still be on his feet. With care he compeltely transformed.
8 Rewarding Reasons To Adopt A Senior Dog
There are many ways that senior dogs stand out from young dogs, so even if you have your eye on a puppy, you might want to reconsider adopting a senior dog.
Dog With Crooked Snout Finally Gets The Love He Deserves With A New Family
Mosley, once overlooked for his crooked snout, finds joy and love with a caring family who sees his true heart.
Meet Gus: The Two-Legged Dog That Loves to Run Outside!
Gus, with his infectious smile, captures hearts everywhere. Despite having two legs, his love for running outside is unstoppable.
Take a Bite out of Puppy Mills This Halloween!
Join the fight against puppy mills this Halloween, and help spread awareness for a kinder, more compassionate world for dogs.
You Can Now Volunteer By Having A Sleepover With A Shelter Dog
Enjoy a cozy night with a shelter dog, offering them comfort and love while discovering their true, loving nature.
Bentley the Bulldog Finds His Forever Home After Almost 3 Years in a Shelter
Bentley, the lovable Bulldog mix, finally finds warmth and love in his forever home after a long journey at the shelter.
Violinist Volunteers His Talents To Soothe Injured Dogs
Violinist Martin Agee brings comfort to injured dogs with his soothing music, creating a heartfelt bond and healing atmosphere.
Retired Military Dogs Just Want A Family – Now You Can Give Them A Loving Home
Retired military dogs are looking for their forver home! Could you open your heart to one of our nation's heroes?
Koda the Akita Stolen from His Home, Not Once but Twice
This story takes us from Central Texas to the Mexico/Texas border and back again in a case of not one, but two kidnappings of a beloved dog.
350 Dogs Are Rescued From Disgusting Puppy Mill, Ran By A Man With Animal Abuse Charges
Over 300 dogs were rescued from terrible conditions in a puppy mill in Hillsborough County.
Special Needs Dogs Get Together To Help Other Pups in Need
Special needs dogs, like Pandora, unite to bring joy and support to other pups in need, proving love knows no limits.
After over 1,450 Days in a Shelter, Penny Just Wants a Forever Home. And a Tennis Ball.
Penny's heart longs for a forever home and a simple tennis ball. After years in a shelter, she dreams of love and companionship.
UPDATE: Dedicated Rescuer “Shacks Up” With Shelter Dog To Help Her Find A Home
A rescuer moves into a shelter kennel, sharing warmth and love, to help a sweet dog find her forever home. A heartwarming journey.
Stray Followed Woman Everywhere On Vacation, So Now She’s Taking Her Home!
A stray dog found a forever home when it followed a kind-hearted traveler throughout her vacation, capturing her heart completely.
Disney Donates Bedding and Blankets to Dogs Rescued from the Bahamas
Disney's heartwarming donation brings comfort to rescued Bahama dogs, offering hope and warmth to those who need it most.
Agatha Has Fought For Survival For So Long. Let’s Find Her A Forever Home.
In honor of Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week, this is the story of an adoptable pup named Agatha!
Update: Pup Who Lost His Fur To Neglect May Be “Less Adoptable,” But Not Unlovable
Dakota's journey from neglect to love shows every pup deserves a chance. His spirit shines, proving he's truly unlovable no more.
Some People Say Pappy Will Never Find A Home. Let’s Prove Them Wrong.
We are trying to get the word out about a special dog every day of Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week. With your help, we can find Pappy a place to call home.
Meet Yoyoma: a “Diamond in the Ruff”
Meet Yoyoma, a lovable pup searching for a forever home. Celebrate Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week by welcoming him into your heart.
Suspected Puppy Mill with 80 Dogs Found in Virginia
Heartwarming rescue in Virginia as authorities save dogs from a suspected puppy mill, offering hope and second chances for these pups.
After 11 Years In A Puppy Mill, Rescued Senior Dog Finally Rests In A Bed
Rescued from a life of hardship, this senior dog finally finds comfort and love in a soft bed, warming hearts everywhere.
Michigan Is Now A “No-Kill” Shelter State. Here’s What That Means.
The Michigan Pet Fund Alliance declared their state a "No-Kill" state for sheltered animals, but that doesn't mean euthanasia has stopped.
News Crew Filming Hurricane Stops to Rescue Injured Pup
A chocolate lab named Max was found soaking wet, shivering, and wandering alone during the storm.
UPDATE: Clear the Shelters 2019 – You Made A Difference In Over 160,000 Lives
The 5th annual Clear the Shelters event tabulated over 160,000 adoptions across the country, crushing the 2018 total of 103,000.
These Stuffed Toys Help Save Shelter Dogs & Teach Kids The Importance Of Rescue
Bring joy to kids and help shelter dogs with adorable stuffed toys that tell heartwarming rescue stories. Every purchase makes a differen.
Viral Story About Abused Pup Takes An Upsetting Turn When Truth Comes Out
A rescued pup's tale stirs emotions, but a shocking twist reveals a deeper truth, challenging what we believe about compassion.
Donated Food From Your IHD Purchases Helped Ottie Lose Weight & Find His Forever Home
Thanks to your purchases, Ottie shed pounds and found a loving home. Your support makes heartwarming tales like his possible.
7-Year-Old Dog Pit Bull Spent Over 1,000 Days in a Shelter. Will He Find His Furever Home?
Marmaduke had been living at Valley Animal Center in Fresno, CA for over 1000 days before his adoption.
Abandoned By His Family, Your IHD Purchases Saved Kilo From Certain Death
Kilo was abandoned, but your iHeartDogs purchases gave him a second chance at life. Your support makes happy endings possible.
Adoptable Dr. Crosby Needs Your Help!
Calling all dog lovers! We need your help! Dr. Crosby is a sweet, well trained, and behaved boy. Let's help him find his forever home.
Man Handcrafts His Fur Family with the “Least Adoptable” Dogs
Steve's heartwarming journey brings love and joy to overlooked shelter dogs, proving that every dog deserves a forever home.
Forget Burt Reynolds and Tom Selleck. Meet This Adorable Shelter Dog…Salvador Dolly!
An insanely adorable puppy is breaking the internet with her "handlebar mustache." Her uncanny facial hair is raising dog adoption awareness, too.
Dog Was So Matted He Could Hardly Walk
Lionheart's journey from neglect to love will touch your heart. A story of resilience, this sweet Poodle found hope and healing.
Retired Nurse Adopts Senior Dogs & Spoils Them Rotten In Their Final Days
Retired nurse Nicola Coyle showers senior dogs with love, ensuring their final days are filled with joy and pampering.
UPDATES: See How These 10 Amazing Rescue Stories Ended
Heartwarming tales of rescue dogs finding their forever homes. Dive into their journeys filled with hope, love, and second chances.
Hotels Help Local Rescues Become Lobby Dogs and Find Forever Homes
Hotels across the country are giving back to their communities and helping rescue dogs find forever homes. Lobby Dogs for the win!
Update: Dog Buried Alive On Hawaii Beach Found By Rescuers
Rescued from the brink on a Hawaiian beach, Leialoha now basks in love with her forever family, sharing joy and hope with all.
After Town Outlaws Tethering, Animal Group Helps Build Kennels and Relocate Dogs
Athens, Alabama passed a regulation to ban tethering dogs. So, a local charity is helping residents build kennels and find homes for dogs that need them.
‘Notorious’ South Korean Meat Market Is Shut Down
The Human Society International was thrilled to announce the closure of a dog slaughterhouse in South Korea. The Gupo Market is closed.
Even After A Nuclear Meltdown The Dogs of Chernobyl Never Gave Up Hope
Meet the dogs of Chernobyl. These pups live in tough conditions in Ukraine, but there is a group trying to help find them forever homes.
UPDATE: Abandoned Puppy Left On Discarded Armchair And Rescue Shelter Get A Wonderful Gift
After a Mississippi Good Samaritan found a homeless puppy living on a discarded La-Z-Boy his story went viral. Then, the company decided to step in.
Photos: Guard Dog Living in Deplorable Conditions Finally Rescued
A Costa Rican dog was severely neglected. Thankfully, a local shelter rescued her, rehabilitated her, and got her to a safe home.
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