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Owls are known to love the nightlife and are rumored to be wise. But did you know these feathered beauties are also dedicated parents? And one owl who saw two owlets alone and in need of a mother stepped right in after her own egg clutch failed to hatch. Luna is a tawny owl who makes her home in a beech stump modified to be a palace for her and her mate Bomber. Their majestic nest can be found at … Read more
Aron, with Sun and Sage Rescues, came upon a stray dog that was in terrible condition. The poor boy had a severe case of mange causing most of his fur to fall out. As Aron approached, the pup hid in the bushes, unsure of the man’s intentions. Once Aron captured the dog and he was safely inside a crate, he let out a heart-wrenching cry. He didn’t understand that these kind folks were about to save his life! Aron named … Read more
One of the first things trainers ask new dog owners (whether it’s a puppy or a rescued adult) is if the dog is crate trained. If the answer is no, it’s usually one of the first behaviors taught. It can also be one of the most boring, tedious and frustrating lessons for both dog and owner. Why it’s Important There are myriad reasons why crate training is important – here are a few: Makes housebreaking easy Teaches your dog to … Read more
Daisy, a beautiful and expressive baby, absolutely adores her Husky named Millie. Daisy sits by Millie’s side, wide-eyed and completely in love. She mimics her dad when he pets the pup by giving her pets too. Dad rolls the camera and shows the adorable baby move from her bassinet to a crib in her own room. Of course, this can be an overwhelming time for a young babe, no longer having mom and dad so close by. Daisy is gently … Read more
When an animal rescuer in Serbia spotted a matted dog, he said he looked like a piece of wood. The rescuer could only imagine how heavy the dog’s coat must have been! He needed to save the dog from the streets and take him to get some help, ASAP! Once at the rescue center, the dog’s fur was shaved down. A few hours later, the pup was unrecognizable. Everyone could finally see his beautiful face and now that he didn’t … 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
The relationship between cats and dogs is complicated. As we fur parents know, there’s a delicate dance that goes on between the feline and canine kind. So when your cat and dog love each other and want to hang out together, you can expect some cute interspecies snuggling and play. Golden retriever Harper and ginger cat Halo are two such fur siblings that deliver cuteness to their family. And lucky for us, the cat and dog duo’s dad captured one … Read more
When a dog showed up at a family’s house in a rural area, they were stumped. There were no houses nearby, and they had never seen the dog before. The homeowner, Jayke, responsibly made a post on Facebook asking for any information, hoping to reunite the pup with her owner. Jayke was absolutely horrified by the response that followed. A woman left a comment that the pup, named Bubbles, belonged to her aunt. After 7 years, Bubbles’ owner simply decided … Read more
Chips Ahoy came to her foster family in distress. She hid everywhere she could and watched her foster mom, Julie, from a safe distance. Julie explains in the video, “She would watch every movement we made with this look of fear and anxiety.” It was heartbreaking! Chips was so frightened that she wouldn’t eat, and if anyone tried to come near her, she’d tremble and then run and find a new hiding spot. But Julie wasn’t giving up! It took … Read more
Amelia heard about a street dog that spent most of her time in a trash-filled alleyway behind a wrought iron fence. The puppy was petrified and growled when anyone came near, but that didn’t deter Amelia one bit! She raced over to meet the growling pup. The puppy greeted Amelia with much-expected grumbles. Amelia carefully placed some food beneath the fence so she didn’t scare the frightened pup off. The dog eagerly took the food while she kept a watchful … Read more
Not everyone wakes-up extremely enthusiastic about starting the day. It’s no secret that a prominent portion of the population needs a hefty dose of caffeine to get them going in the morning. But the same can be true for some of our canine companions too. Not every dog is a “morning paw-son.” This can certainly be said about 10-year-old Max, who was captured on camera wishing he could hit the snooze button on his tiny furry sister. Bernese Mountain dogs … Read more
Our canine companions and friendly felines aren’t the only animals that can form an incredible bond with us. Despite being larger than life, elephants are one of the amazing animals that often form deep connections with the humans who live near or take care of them. One man who has befriended the gentle giants at Elephant Nature Park in Thailand was captured on video calling one by name and then being greeted with a family hug. Not only are elephants … Read more
Anyone who has ever experienced a veterinary emergency with their beloved, four-legged best friend knows both how expensive and how gut-wrenching the entire experience feels. So when one doggie dad faced veterinary bills totaling just shy of $24,000, he said he was willing to go to extraordinary measures to keep his baby girl alive. Jaxon is the dad of a two-year-old Weimaraner named Rambo. For reasons that are still unknown, Rambo went into hypovolemic shock, which means her heart was … Read more
Smile was rescued from a hoarding situation. She was one of over two dozen dogs crammed into a house in Tijuana, Mexico. The poor girl was also pregnant and riddled with mange. A foundation that works with rescue groups in Mexico arranged to get Smile into the states. Now she needed the perfect foster! Stephanie’s daughter begged the seasoned foster mom to take in another pregnant pup. Stephanie agreed and took in Smile. But when the foster mom met the … Read more
Mandy and her husband were doing some work on a house when they saw a dog through the fence. The homeowners said that the dog had been chained outside for at least 5 years. Mandy and her husband went straight over. They noticed that the poor dog had no food or water. He just stood there, in the dirt, on a chain– the only life he knew. They were both in awe. The lead that was attached to the chain … Read more
Brian adopted Hugo when he was 8-weeks old. He instantly taught Hugo how to give hugs. Brian was surely in for a surprise when Hugo grew into a full-size dog that still wanted to hug his dad. Brian was in for a treat that would knock him off his feet. Literally. Hugo gave gentle hugs until one day he discovered it was way more fun to hug his dad while running at full tilt. Brian had to learn how to … Read more
Lola is one of the smartest pups you’ll ever meet! Before she was adopted by her dad Dutch, she and her siblings stood beneath a sign that said: “Puppies Looking For A Good Home.” Dutch explains that it was raining out and he couldn’t just leave her there. He cradled the puppy in his arms, excited to bring her home. As soon as Lola arrived, she sought refuge underneath one of Dutch’s oversized armchairs. That became her safe spot, especially … Read more
Mona and Max, two lion cubs, were bought from a zoo by a man who then kept them in his living room. He had no regard for his young children that dangerously played with the cubs. The innocent babies couldn’t possibly know their own strength nor were they responsible if anything went awry. It was a terrible situation but thankfully FOUR PAWS International stepped in. The cubs were being kept in separate small cages in the man’s home. Once the … Read more
Chase, a neglected dog, was subjected to the most unspeakable atrocities for 3 years. Her time was spent in solitude with brief moments of tender moments from her human companion. Over time she became increasingly anxious and her mental health ebbed with no hopes for a comeback. However, we love happy endings and that’s what you’re in for with this story. Please meet Chase, this is his story! Image/Story Source Credit: Hope For Paws / YouTube Video Story … Read more
Madeleine with Fort Worth Abandoned Animal Alliance agreed to foster two puppies she named Reeses and Snickers. She knew the pups would do better in a home rather than in a shelter. But even though they were out of that tiny cage and with a loving foster mom, the puppies were depressed. The sad little pup wouldn’t eat much, especially Snickers. At this point, their survival wasn’t promised. Madeleine was desperate to help the babies and tried all she could. … Read more
Unfortunately, the homeless pet epidemic spans the globe. A Pit Bull puppy, later named Willow, was found among rubble in the corner of a building in Saint Lucia. She was terrified and defeated. A woman with a rescue organization thankfully arrived on the scene with food and fresh water in hand. The puppy ate some chow and was then loaded carefully into the woman’s vehicle. She was rushed to the vet where they discovered she had a shattered pelvis. The … Read more
Just as the phoenix rises from the ashes in order to gain new life, so did Pongo. A devastating fire left the puppy orphaned and alone. The little warrior needed medical attention in order to survive– if only someone could get to her in time. Thankfully a heroic couple found Pongo and drove three hours to the vet clinic. Her facial burns made it difficult for her to open her eyes. Walking was also challenging for Pongo due to malnutrition. … Read more
Brian adopted Hugo when he was 8-weeks old. He instantly taught Hugo how to give hugs. Brian was surely in for a surprise when Hugo grew into a full-size dog that still wanted to hug his dad. Brian was in for a treat that would knock him off his feet. Literally. Hugo gave gentle hugs until one day he discovered it was way more fun to hug his dad while running at full tilt. Brian had to learn how to … Read more
A chicken named Boo was adopted by a loving woman on Halloween. That’s how he got his name! A Facebook friend reached out to Boo’s mom after seeing his ad on Craig’s List. Boo’s mom knew right away that she had to rescue him. Boo is a Cornish Cross Chicken. That specific breed is often used for meat. Boo’s mom explains that there’s a misconception that Boo’s breed doesn’t live long anyway so they’re often killed at 6 weeks. Now … Read more
A Beagle named Uno was bred specifically for laboratory testing. Thankfully Uno was freed from the lab and ended up with John. John, who only has daughters, has dubbed Uno his son! And he definitely means it! John is the Executive Director of Kindness Ranch Animal Sanctuary in Wyoming. Kindness Ranch, amazingly, was involved in one of the largest dog rescues in history. They aided in saving over 4,000 dogs! Uno was in the first group of rescued dogs brought … Read more
Let’s be honest, one of the main reasons so many of us watch the Super Bowl is to see the commercials. Sure, we may also be interested in the actual football game, but we’re not going to purposely walk away from or mute these high-dollar ads. Super Bowl commercials often aim to be fantastically funny or even explicitly ridiculous. But one particular ad that will air during this year’s “big game” may melt many dog-lover’s hearts into a puddle. Nothing … Read more
Ear infections are the second most common reason dogs visit the vet, so tending to your pup’s aural health should definitely be a priority. But how often is best when it comes to cleaning your dog’s ears at home? Under-cleaning can allow infection-causing yeast and bacteria to build up, while over-cleaning can strip away healthy wax and lead to irritation. A healthy amount of wax in your dog’s ears actually helps lubricate and protect the delicate skin of the canals … Read more
Laura adores her Corgi named Buttercup. Buttercup is sweet and loving and never lets her disability get the best of her. When she was three years old, a disc ruptured in her back. She was taken to the vet immediately and needed surgery. After surgery, Buttercup still struggled to walk. The vet ran more tests and it was determined that she had severe hip dysplasia. Laura was told that Buttercup would never walk again. Soon after, Buttercup received her wheelchair. … Read more
A wintery walk with your furry family member can be tons of fun. Some dogs absolutely love snow, and the two of you can have an incredible adventure together. But you will want to beware of icy ponds and lakes, especially when winter temperatures start to rise. It was at Shelley Lake, which is just south of Seattle, where a dog fell through the thinning ice 120 feet from shore and into the frigid water. Around 6:10 pm, both the … Read more
Amanda adopted Tinker after seeing an ad for her on Craig’s List. It was posted by a family that could no longer care for her. Tinker is adorable! She’s covered in the most delicious puppy wrinkles. Amanda admits that her doggy daughter is a velcro dog. Where there’s Amanda, you’ll find Tinker beside her. Tinker is known for her “resting sad face.” People often ask Amanda why her pup is upset but Amanda knows better. She retorts, “That’s my dog’s … Read more
Taylor adopted Ozzie after seeing an ad for a puppy that needed to be re-homed. When she met the little guy, he quickly won Taylor over! With his adorable personality and two different colored eyes, Ozzie was a shoo-in. The active pup couldn’t get enough playtime, and boy was he fast! That’s why it took Taylor by surprise one day when Ozzie began to labor and she noticed that the pup had a limp. He was taken straight to the … Read more
Rocky lived his entire life on a chain. For 15 years, all he knew was the small yard adjacent to his owner’s house. Takis, a rescuer that works tirelessly to save animals in Greece, received a call from Rocky’s owner. The man said he could no longer care for Rocky, so Takis raced over. The dog was hesitant to meet Takis at first. The rescuer wasn’t sure how much contact Rocky had with humans and expected him to be scared … Read more
Ollie, a Chocolate Lab, has quite the personality! When Ollie’s mom, Alex, brought him to a pumpkin patch, he picked his favorite one out and proudly carried it with him. Alex figured by the time they got home, Ollie would leave the pumpkin be. But oh no! Ollie had found his new best friend. Wherever Ollie went, so did his pumpkin. Whether it was to go on walks or get snug in his bed, the pumpkin was always with him. … Read more
Salem, now a retired racing dog, didn’t know what it was like to live in a home. She spent her first night in her foster home inside her crate, too afraid to eat or drink. She had been used for one purpose– to win. And now life was all about her happiness. If only she could learn to enjoy it. By the next day, Salem ventured out of her crate and explored the apartment but the pup still didn’t understand … Read more
Bruno, an adorable Boxer, was adopted into the perfect family that loves him very much. Charlotte, Bruno’s mom, tells his story and it’ll give you all the feels. Charlotte’s baby Arthur adores the pup with all his heart… and Bruno feels the same. How does Bruno show Arthur his love? Well, the list is long but at the very top is when Bruno makes his way into Arthur’s nursery and insists on going into the crib for a snuggle. Charlotte … Read more
It’s no secret that lions are at the top of the food chain on the African savanna. Between their majestic manes and mighty roars, it’s clear that they possess incredible power and ferocity. In fact, one particular lion at the Lincoln Park zoo in Chicago has a particularly impressive roar that he loves to show off to visitors. But zoo guests aren’t the only ones impressed with his epic roar. Multiple times per day, a proud, mighty lion climbs atop a … Read more
Chelsea brought Wilma home but wasn’t told she is deaf. The pup, 13 years old, is also partially blind. Chelsea says in the video that countless people have asked her when she’s going to put Wilma down… and that question breaks her heart. The loving mom accepts her dog unconditionally. She went out and got as much information as possible to prepare herself for life with Wilma. What a good mama! Wilma is such a warrior and doesn’t let anything … Read more
Most of us have made the “Timmy falling down a well joke” while never believing that it would actually happen to us. But that’s exactly what happened to nine-year-old Indy’s dad. He watched his sweet Shepard disappear down into a deep hole that used to be a well right in front of his very eyes. And it took firefighters over four hours to finally get him out safely. Indy, a 9-year-old retired K9, was playing with his furry sibling on … Read more
Two Pit Bulls were dumped in the forest. Thankfully Good Samaritans saw the dogs and tried to rescue them. They were successful with one pup but the other was harder to catch. After a couple of failed attempts, an animal rescuer, named Cheryl, stepped in. Cheryl used all she could think of to catch the skinny dog, later named Honey, but nothing worked. Then she had a fantastic idea! Since the pups were dumped together, maybe bringing another dog with … Read more
Two Pit Bulls were dumped in the forest. Thankfully Good Samaritans saw the dogs and tried to rescue them. They were successful with one pup but the other was harder to catch. After a couple of failed attempts, an animal rescuer, named Cheryl, stepped in. Cheryl used all she could think of to catch the skinny dog, later named Honey, but nothing worked. Then she had a fantastic idea! Since the pups were dumped together, maybe bringing another dog with … Read more
A baby goat named Pisa has a neurological condition that affects her balance. She was unable to stand on her own but she found the perfect “crutch” to get her through, as well as inspire her to stay strong. We cannot get enough of this adorable duo! Rescue dog, Colton, has tons of patience for Pisa. His love certainly runs deep. Pisa has learned to lean on her best friend to help her get around. The baby goat was born … Read more
When Eldad, the founder of Hope For Paws, received a call informing him that a bonded pair of Poodles was living under the I-5 freeway in California, he and another passionate rescuer named Vanessa didn’t hesitate to head out there to save them. Despite having to crawl through several sewers and squat in garbage, they were willing to do whatever it took to save this scared and struggling set of pups. The first thing they did when they arrived on the … Read more
Our canine companions can be extremely comforting and also the source of copious comedic entertainment. But they can get into their fair share of mischief, as well. Sometimes, as in the case of Bulldogs Sophia and Oliver, the two go hand in hand. The pair of pups decided to have a puppy party while their parents weren’t around, and that resulted in some damage. So they decided to “play dead” to procrastinate or even prevent their punishment. Sophia and Oliver … Read more
A pup named Hero lived with his owner on the streets. His owner loved him very much but understood he couldn’t properly care for Hero. He surrendered him to a rescue group in California. Due to overpopulation, pets are often transported up to British Columbia. Hero was one of the lucky pets chosen so he could find his forever family. Sarah and her husband heard about Hero, and Sarah, who works with the homeless, felt this may just be fate. … Read more
A feral dog, named Ella, made her way onto a farm and gave birth to seven puppies. All of the puppies found homes. One puppy named Maggie ended up as a foster-fail with Taylor, a volunteer with Atlas Animal Rescue. Taylor had inquired about Mama Ella and was told she was safe and sound with a family. Taylor was relieved. But soon that relief turned into turmoil. Ella was in fact surrendered by her new family to the shelter and … Read more
Sarah tells a beautiful story about her dog Ranger. Ranger was found after his callous owners moved away and left him behind. He was taken to the animal control shelter where he was about to be put down because he had a contagious “doggy cold.” A volunteer named Kelsey stepped in and saved the dog just in time. Kelsey, who became Ranger’s foster mom, made a page for Ranger on Instagram to aid in his adoption. Sarah who follows rescue … Read more
A beautiful Pit Bull named Lily Bug (aka Bug or Lily) is a super affectionate pup. For months, Marisa, Bug’s mom, thought it was Bug who needed the attention but instead, Marisa learned the true nature of Bug’s heart. Bug goes to the office with Marisa and the staff loves her! Who can blame them, right? Amazingly, Lily Bug can sense when a coworker is having a rough time or feels stressed and will target them for hugs and some … Read more
Rachel with Sidewalk Specials encountered two dogs chained to a log. Although they were unable to harm Rachel, they were so aggressive that she didn’t completely trust the situation. However, she soon realized their behavior was strictly stemming from fear. The rescuer cautiously approached the dogs to give them food. They lunged at her but it was purely from starvation. They couldn’t devour the food fast enough! Poor babies! Once they were fed, both dogs calmed down a bit. Their … Read more
When Sarah first met Sheba, she was in a kennel at the shelter. While all the dogs were active and barking, Sheba lay there with sad eyes as if her puppy heart was broken. Sarah gravitated towards Sheba because she understood what it was like to feel overwhelmed and lost. Sarah had been battling anxiety and depression and felt bringing a shelter dog into her life would benefit them both. When Sarah and Sheba went outside to the shelter’s play … Read more
Is Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Chicken and Brown Rice a Good Food? After analyzing the reviews found on Chewy and Amazon, it can be concluded that Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Chicken and Brown Rice is a quality dog food that is highly recommended by pet owners. The food has a rating of 4.5 stars on both platforms, with many reviewers praising the quality of the ingredients and the positive impact on their dog’s health. What Are The … Read more
Killer the Bichon Frise may look like a harmless, cuddly bundle of joy, but he’s got some serious warrior spirit! He always behaves so well when his humans are around. But that all changes once they leave and he knows it – the home security camera catches him letting loose with plenty of wild energy every time!😆 Source (Screenshot) credit: Rumble Viral – YouTube When Killer confirms that his family has left, he grabs his favorite plush toy and … Read more
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