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Police Arrest Man Who Stole Car With Dog Inside But The Dog Is Still Missing

Four months after a show dog was stolen in Memphis with the car she was inside, police arrested the man responsible. Sadly for her mom, the dog is still missing. Oakley the English Cocker Spaniel’s disappearance serves as a sad reminder that car thieves don’t care about the dogs inside or the people they’re hurting when they abscond with more than property. More Than Just Property Theft Megan McCoy, Oakley’s mom, isn’t even from Memphis. She and her dog were … Read more

Family Receives Letter From “Angel” After 18-Year-Old Dog Passes Away

No matter how old a dog is, their death will always be jarring and heartbreaking. It’s hard to accept that the moment before they’re put down is the last time they’ll be with you on Earth. Luckily, most vets understand how soul-crushing this experience is, so they try to be as comforting as possible. One vet went above and beyond to make sure a grieving family got the closure they needed. After they said goodbye to their 18-year-old dog named … Read more

Rescued Pit Bull Has ‘Nonstop’ Conversations With Her Dog Mom

Maisy, a Pit Bull Terrier mix, can be heard wailing “Woo-woo-woo-woo-woo” all the time. That is exactly what Pit Bull, Maisy, had to tell her mother throughout the day. Her mother is pleased to hear her lovely dog talk to her because the pair engage in frequent discussions! When Maisy is ecstatic, her mother remarks that she is a very chatty doggie. Things weren’t always so pleasant for Maisy or Marisa Elbert’s mom. Image/Story Source Credit: TheDodo – YouTube … Read more

PETA Is On The Ground Helping Dogs & Cats Devastated By The Ukraine Invasion

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has created a humanitarian disaster that worsens by the day. And not only are innocent men, women, and children caught up in the brutality of war, but these Ukrainian families’ beloved pets are in danger, too. Forced to take just what they can carry as they run for their lives, many people have found themselves and their pets at borders, hungry, thirsty, and unsure of what to do next. With more than 800,00 refugees already … Read more

Hero Dog Won’t Stop Barking And Annoyed Dad Saw A ‘Huge Beast’ Hissing At Their Door

Freckles the dog would not stop barking! Even into the early hours of the morning, Freckles, a 3-year-old Husky-Labrador mixed breed, barked endlessly. George Woods got out of bed to see what was going on. The shocking reason for their dog’s barking was a 7-1/2-foot alligator that paced and hissed in the paved area near the family’s front door, oh my goodness! Image/Story Source Credit: Coral Springs Talk “My first thought was, holy shi-nikies, what are we gonna do now?” … Read more

Man Ripped Newborn Puppies From Their Mom & Abandoned Them On Roadside In Box

On a roadside near Mladenovac, Serbia, at seven in the morning, volunteers from the Dog Rescue Shelter discovered a cardboard box. They approached it and found 7 five-week-old pups inside. They were desperate, lonely, and looking for their mother because they had been abandoned. Image/Story Source Credit: YouTube Video – Dog Rescue Shelter Mladenovac, Serbia Rescuers claim that an evil man stole them from their mother and discarded them like garbage. These pups, who are only 5 weeks … Read more

Terrified Dog Never Wagged Her Tail, Then Her Foster Dad Built Her A Bedroom

Nothing could have prepared Rocky Kanaka for the dog he was about to encounter. He was at the shelter when a worker pulled up a bed, and this little scared pooch came flying out. Blossom is what she was named, and she’d been rescued from a hoarding situation and brought to the shelter with 150 other dogs. Image/Story Source Credit: TheDodo on YouTube – YouTube Video Blossom was petrified of everything, and simply taking her from the … Read more

Dog Goes Bonkers With Excitement Whenever His Pig Friend Comes Over To Play

We’ve all seen a lot of odd friendships throughout the world, but there’s one between a dog and a pig that might top them all! Unique animal relationships encapsulate pure unselfishness, and these two have it in abundance. Image/Story Source and Video Credit: TheDodo – Facebook Watch Video When the puppy sees his pal, the tiny piggy, he goes into a frenzy! He’s ecstatic to see his buddy again, and the feeling is mutual. Both of the … Read more

Home Security Camera Captures UPS Driver Throwing Heavy Package Onto Dog

The complicated relationship between delivery drivers and the dogs on their routes is as old as time. Usually, it’s the delivery person worried about being chased by a dog defending its territory. This story is about a delivery driver victimizing a dog. A dog parent from Miami happens to have surveillance cameras trained on her driveway and front gate. On February 23, 2022, the cameras captured a UPS delivery driver dropping a large box directly onto the woman’s German Shepherd. … Read more

Puppy Collapses After Being Rescued From Storm Drain, Rescuers Hope For A Miracle

An emergency phone call came in for a puppy that was crying from inside a gutter, and Animal Aid Unlimited was called. When the rescuers got there, they were startled to discover the situation was worse than they’d imagined. If you have interest in donating to the wonderful Animal Aid Unlimited team in India. You can help support their efforts at: Click Here To Donate! Their hard work is support by users like you! Image/Story Source Credit: Animal … Read more

Not A Soul Aided Dog Ditched With Broken Legs, He Wept And Nobody Bothered

It is our duty as pet owners to look after our pets, regardless of the circumstances. Some people, sadly, fail to grasp this fact. When an unfortunate dog broke his back legs, his owner did something unimaginable. He carried him outside and left him alone to perish. A neighbor provided water and food, but the dog couldn’t even sit up or get to the food. He was malnourished and dehydrated, as well as being in a lot of discomfort. He … Read more

Street Dog Paralyzed In Horrific Car Crash Runs On The Beach With His New Wheels

When Phaedra witnessed a small white dog not only get hit by a car but then fly 14 feet over the side of a bridge, she thought there was almost no way he could have survived. But something in her heart told her that she needed to go back and look for him. If not her, who would? So she turned her car around and headed back to see if she could help the little dog. Once she pulled off … Read more

His Heart Ached So Much After Family Dumped Him, Shuts Himself Down And Cried All Day

Ritter, a 4-year-old American Bulldog from Indiana, was recently brought to the Humane Society for Hamilton County in Indiana. Following bad circumstances that had befallen his family, they surrendered Ritter. Image/Story Source Credit: Humane Society for Hamilton County (Indiana)/Facebook Ritter’s home, as seen in this photograph distributed by the shelter, has been significantly harmed by this construction. He misses his family too much and doesn’t understand why he must stay in this freezing shelter all the time. His … Read more

Her Little Body Couldn’t Move, Vet Tried To Lift Her And She Screams In Agony

A tiny, defenseless puppy sat in the middle of the street and sobbed. She had been so badly wounded that she was unable to walk. A dog, even a youngster like this one, would usually drag their legs or limp away. But she couldn’t budge! If you have interest in donating to the wonderful Animal Aid Unlimited team in India. You can help support their efforts at: Click Here To Donate! Their hard work is support by users like … Read more

Ominous Cardboard Box On Curb Held Tiny Body That Woman Tried To Resuscitate

As the day drew to a close, Ashley, a single mother who worked morning shifts at a grocery store, prepared to go home. She took her normal route and arrived at her residence eventually. But as Ashley drove up her street, she saw a cardboard Amazon box at the end of it. That was unusual. Maybe someone had left it there by accident. Ashley got out of her car and went over to the box. She thought she heard something … Read more

Her Owner Wouldn’t Touch Her Because She’s “Dirty and Yucky”. Dog She Kept Chained Up Outdoors

Some people just shouldn’t be allowed to have a pet. We’ve seen situations where someone gets a dog as a present and becomes bored with it shortly thereafter, or where someone doesn’t appreciate the amount of effort and care it takes to raise a puppy properly, so they cage it up and forget about it. As for the lady in the video above, what did she think would happen when she chained her dog outside in the dirt and never … Read more

Stray Dog ‘Mysteriously Appeared’ At School Every Morning, So The Teacher Got Involved

When teachers go to school in the morning, they anticipate seeing kids, buses, and the commotion of a new day. They never expect to see a dog waiting in front of their building. That’s precisely what occurred at one Houston, Texas elementary school. The dog was actually sitting outside the main entrance of the institution. Image/Story Credit Source: TheDoDo and Lucky Lab Rescue and Adoption (Great work!) Caleb Schaffer, a teacher in the small town of … Read more

Puppy Found Doused In Paint And Screwed To A Door Never Stops Wagging His Tail

WARNING: Content may be sensitive for some readers. A 5-month-old puppy named Asher was rescued after his former owner screwed his paws to a bathroom door. When someone called the animal shelter for help, they couldn’t believe their ears. Who would do such an inhumane thing to an innocent puppy? Despite the pain the puppy was feeling, he was very friendly. His tail never stopped wagging as rescuers removed him from the wall and brought him to safety. Animal advocates … Read more

Heroic Man Would Rather Die Than Abandon His Ukraine Animal Shelter

While many people are fleeing Ukraine amid the Russian invasion, one hero is standing his ground. Andrea Cisternino runs an animal shelter in Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital. He has over 400 animals in his care including dogs, cats, sheep, goats, and pigs. He currently has no way to transport all the animals to safety, so he has vowed to stay with them during these dark times. Cisternino knows that staying in Kyiv puts his life at risk, but he says he’d … Read more

12 Healthy Human Foods Dogs Can Eat

There are plenty of people foods we’d love to share with our dogs, but some are much healthier than others. In fact, some foods are even toxic to our dogs. But fear not, there are certain human snacks that can actually benefit our four-legged friends. Trust us, we know how hard it is to turn down those big, begging for scraps eyes. You can bring your dog in on the forbidden tabletop foods sometimes. Check out this list of the … Read more

Woman Finds A Hilarious Way To Commemorate Her Dog’s $5,000 Surgery

Pipa is your typical Golden Retriever. She adores her parents (and every other human she meets), loves to swim and frolic in the snow, and has enough energy to power a small village. Basically, she is a blond ball of love and positivity. But if you’ve ever met a Golden, you know that all that energy can sometimes lead them astray. For Pipa, the trouble began when she developed an appetite for destruction as a young pup. “She was very … Read more

Dog Befriends Soldiers And Then ‘Flips Out’ When She Recognized One Of Them

When soldiers serve our country abroad, they frequently meet with a variety of locals. The majority of these pals are human beings, but occasionally soldiers form attachments with local animals, most often dogs. When Nick Pierzchalsk, a medevac pilot in Iraq, met a 1-year-old Shepherd mix stray one day, she approached him and began playing with him. Nick and his crew were instantly taken with the dog. They chose the name Airys for her because it was an uplifting name … Read more

Study Suggests Dogs Really Do Grieve The Deaths Of Other Household Dogs

Those who have lost a dog know how deeply you grieve after they’re gone. What you might not know is that your other dogs may also be grieving their lost canine family members. At least, that’s what recently collected data suggests. A new study from Italy surveyed 426 parents of multiple dogs and found some evidence indicating that the death of a family dog affects the others as well. Signs Of Grief According to the study, nearly 90 percent of … Read more

Dog Rescuer Couldn’t Stop Crying After She Found Deformed Puppy Wrapped In Blanket

Angela Adan is a dog rescuer, so she encounters many sad circumstances that tug at her heart. She rarely cries for the dogs she rescues since she wants to be strong for them. Freddy, on the other hand, was a rescue dog that made her openly weep. Freddy was a tiny dog that authorities discovered under a automobile in Tehachapi, California. From Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue in Tehachapi, California, he was transformed into a rescue. For adoptions, the amazing rescue … Read more

Heroic Dog Trainer Spends Final Moments Rescuing Dogs From Fire

Gary Majors, a beloved dog trainer in Detroit, recently died a hero. His home unexpectedly caught on fire, but he didn’t put his own safety first. Eleven dogs were in the house during the fire, so he faced the flames to save their lives. Even though people tried to save him, he refused to escape without all his furry friends. Thanks to the dog trainer’s determination, most of the dogs were saved. But sadly, he didn’t make it out alive. … Read more

5 Tips For Leaving Your Dog In Someone Else’s Care

As much as we wish we could take our furry family members with us everywhere, occasionally it is necessary to leave them behind. Maybe you’re traveling for business or flying overseas. Maybe you’re going on vacation or a cruise. Sometimes your dog just can’t come on the trip. Still, whether it’s with a trusted friend or family member, at a “pet hotel,” or with a highly-recommended (or at least well-researched) pet sitter, there are several things you can do to … Read more

23 Cute & Funny Posts About The Best Things In Life…Cats & Dogs!

If there’s one thing we can all agree on, the best things in life have fur and paws! They also bark and purr. And because we love kitties and pups for all their wondrous ways, it’s time once again to celebrate the furry ones with a roundup of the week’s funniest social media posts about cats and dogs. We’re feeling extra lovey-dovey these days, so expect an extra sprinkle of cute posts this week, too. We figured you wouldn’t mind … Read more

Man Spots “A Piece Of Carboard” Lying In The Road In -45 Degree Weather

Six weeks ago, North Dakota dispatcher Tami Moore saved a Pit Bull named Dreamer. Yet, she never thought she’d see the dog looking so alive and well. When Moore rescued Dreamer, the dog was abandoned when it was -45 degrees Fahrenheit. Dreamer was only skin and bones, and her body temperature was dangerously low. But about a month and a half later, volunteers at a local rescue brought Dreamer to the sheriff’s office for a reunion. At first, Moore couldn’t … Read more

Trusted House Sitters Review: Peace Of Mind For Traveling Pet Parents

Who will watch the pets while we’re away? When pet parents want to plan a trip, that’s one of the most important questions that they have. Pets are family, after all — but sometimes, it’s more convenient and comfortable for the four-legged friends to stay at home while their parents travel. TrustedHouse Sitters Reviewed That’s where TrustedHousesitters comes in. The reliable system allows the homeowner to have a traveler stay at their house to watch their pets while they, in … Read more

Dog Mom Fights Off Deranged Animal Attacking Her Dog In Backyard

Elizabeth Dellapietro began her day as she always does by allowing her 12-year-old small dog, Tilly, out to do her business. It was only a minute or two before Elizabeth returned home when she heard terrified yelps of pain and screaming from Tilly. When Elizabeth Dellapietro went outside to check on things, an animal attacked her tiny pooch. She immediately sprang into action to try and save Tilly’s life. A rabid raccoon was clutching her 10-pound Chihuahua mix and refused … Read more

Angry Ex Throws Man’s Pug Off 7-Story Balcony During Irrational Argument

Eric Adeson from Clearwater, Florida, is facing a tragedy that he never would’ve anticipated in a million years. Three years ago, when his Puggle named Sandy was going through cancer treatment, he brought home a Pug puppy named Bucky. He thought Bucky could be a friend and playmate to Sandy in the dog’s senior years. But he never thought that Sandy would outlive Bucky. Bucky’s life came to a sudden end when Adeson’s intoxicated ex-girlfriend got her hands on him. … Read more

Video Of Woman Kicking Her Dog Sparks Neighborhood Outrage

Bakersfield resident Rina Graciliano has a Vivint camera trained on her home’s driveway. This motion-detecting security camera is meant to identify intruders or signal to the homeowners that a guest has arrived. On February 18, 2022, it alerted Graciliano to something else: a woman walking a dog by her house. The Vivint camera captured that woman yelling at and kicking her dog. Horrified by what she saw, Graciliano later uploaded the now-viral surveillance footage to Facebook, sparking a conversation about … Read more

Every One Was Told “Not To Touch” This Cat, One Man Didn’t Listen

“Everyone in the apartment complex I resided in was aware of Ugly,” claims a resident. “Ugly loved three things more than anything else in this world: fighting, eating, and garbage,” to quote one person. The impact of all of these things, along with a life spent outside, had its effect on Ugly. To begin with, he only had one eye, and where the other should have been was a gaping hole. He also lacks his left ear on that side; … Read more

Dog Trapped In Barn For 6-Yrs Is Given An ‘Astounding’ Makeover And A Brand New Life

When animal rescue workers were asked to help an ailing dog’s owner who was dying, they didn’t think twice. They were, however, pushed away when they arrived at the scene. Lazarus the dog had been trapped in a barn stall for six years. Rescuers were unable to get into the stall due to the accumulation of dirt and muck on the threshold. Image/Story Source Credit: YouTube Video When they arrived at the stall, the two women were … Read more

Retired Scent Detection Dog Receives Highest Military Award For Work In Afghanistan

A German Shorthaired Pointer dog named Hertz just received the highest recognition that any animal can receive in military combat. In a ceremony in London on February 22, 2022, Hertz was awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal, which is recognized worldwide as “the animal’s Victoria Cross.” Hertz’s bravery and particular set of skills saved lives. This hero dog shows just how valuable a dog’s incredible nose is, and that working dogs make great companions too. The Incredible Work That Earned Hertz … Read more

Paralyzed “Guinea Pig-Sized” Dog Struggles To Find Loving Home

Gem, the teacup Chihuahua, weighs only 5.5 pounds. Normally, a dog that tiny would be in high demand, but Gem is struggling to find a place to call home. Animal lovers suspect that a heartless person hit Gem when she was only a young puppy, causing permanent paralysis in her lower half. But the Chihuahua hasn’t let that hold her back. A special needs dog might sound like a lot of work to many dog parents, but rescue volunteers insist … Read more

Teen Doggie Detective Reunites Emotional Support Pup Found 100 Miles From Home

When 17-year-old Laralai Dodd spots a dog that may be in danger, she doesn’t hesitate to spring into action. This long-time animal lover is well versed in what to do once she’s secured someone’s furry best friend. Laralai knows that she immediately needs to get them checked for a microchip. But what she absolutely did not expect to find out was that the dog she had just scooped up was somehow 100 miles away from home! Laralai was delivering food … Read more

People Fleeing Ukraine Cling To Their Beloved Pets Amid War

Hundreds of thousands of people are fleeing Ukraine after Russian troops invaded. No one should have to experience a heartbreaking situation like this, but even in the toughest of times, the victims refuse to leave any loved ones behind. That includes their beloved pets. Many photos have appeared on social media showing Ukrainians holding their pets close as they evacuate. This includes dogs, cats, and even fish! Luckily, many people are supporting the Ukrainians’ dedication to their furry friends. Countries … Read more

Authorities Slaughtered This Couple’s 12 Dogs, So They Rescued 7 More

Pham Minh Hung and his wife Nguyen Thi Chi Em live in Vietnam with a pack of rescue dogs. Before the couple went to the hospital after catching COVID, they had 15 dogs that they saved from a variety of awful situations. They were so close to the dogs that they even referred to them as their kids. During a recent COVID lockdown in Vietnam, the couple and some family members fled to find work. One dog passed away, and … Read more

How Safe Are Your Dogs While You’re On Vacation?

When you go on vacation, how sure are you that your best friend is safe and sound while you are gone? One couple in Arizona thought they had found a good pet-sitter to watch their dogs when they went to Mexico. When they returned, they found two of their dogs had been killed by a bobcat because the sitter had left them outside all night. They also found out she was a convicted felon on probation for theft. Andrew Zander and … Read more

Boswellia Serrata For Dogs: The Secret To Soothing Aching Joints

Sadly, most dogs experience some type of joint pain in their lives. Some get it early in life, while others have deteriorating joints as they age. It’s heartbreaking to watch our furry friends struggle to run around, play, or climb stairs. Yet, your dog doesn’t have to suffer. Several ingredients can tackle a pet’s joint inflammation early on, including Boswellia serrata for dogs. Boswellia serrata’s primary benefit for dogs is promoting healthy joints, but there are plenty of other concerns … Read more

She Fought To Live Long Enough, Tucked Away And Waited For God To Take Her Home

A scared stray dog in this condition is likely to avoid rescue personnel rather than embrace them. It’s not as if they’d ever felt love before. They spend their lives battling for food to fill their tummies, for water to drink, and for shelter from the weather. When a wounded straying becomes that far unscathed, he or she is weary and his or her will to fight dissipates. The injured, sick dog, weary from fighting to live, sought refuge in … Read more

Dog Rescuer Couldn’t Stop Crying After She Found Deformed Puppy Wrapped In Blanket

Shelter Deemed Obese Husky As Unadoptable, But One Woman Wanted To Meet Her

Mishka the Husky was so corpulent and appeared to be unwell at the shelter. She was unable to be adopted out owing to her violent behavior, and she was simply waiting around for death. But one woman noticed the dog on their website and had to go see what was going on for herself. Image/Story Source Credit: The Dodo – Facebook Watch Video After meeting, Naleah called out her name and they made. . . Click To … Read more

Selfless Puppy Helps Dying Calf Who Was Born Out In The Freezing Cold

On Valentine’s Day, a calf was born in sub-zero temperatures during a harsh winter storm. And she sat there lifeless and motionless. Fortunately, when they discovered her, the family brought her inside where it was warm. That’s when the puppy began lapping at her face! Image/Story Source Credit: YouTube Video – Rumble Viral The puppy, in its natural instincts, even volunteered to snuggle up with the. . . Click To READ MORE >> Click To Continue … Read more

11-Year-Old Dog Trainer And Her 8 Dogs Win The Golden Buzzer

“Britain’s Got Talent: The Champions” is a one-of-a-kind format of the program, featuring past winners, finalists, and participants from previous versions of the “Got Talent” franchise. Alexa Lauenburger and her eight dogs are among the newest entrants; they’ve made a remarkable first impression on audiences. Image/Story Source Credit: YouTube Video Alexa and her dancing canines are the 2017 Germany’s Got Talent winners. Alexa, a 11-year-old girl from Germany, and her dancing dogs were the previous German champions … Read more

Can Hemp Reduce Your Dog’s Excessive Barking?

“Will Hemp help stop my dog from barking?” Have you gotten complaints from your neighbors about your dog’s excessive barking? Nobody wants to be “that person/family” with the dog that everybody in the neighborhood hates. Why does your dog bark so much? How is it possible that Hemp oil can help reduce your dog’s excessive barking? Here’s what you need to know. What is Hemp oil for dog barking and how does it work? You’ve probably heard that THC is … Read more

Infamous Puppy Mill Breeder Finally Turns Himself In

26-year-old Daniel Gingerich got away with running a horrific puppy mill for years. He ran “Maple Hill Puppies” in Iowa, selling hundreds of dogs to 10 different states. A few months ago, Gingerich’s USDA license was revoked, and over 500 dogs were rescued from the premises. However, he didn’t face any criminal charges until now. Gingerich, who now resides in Ohio, turned himself in. He could face a maximum jail time of eight years, but no amount of punishment will … Read more

Dedicated Rescue Is At Risk Of Shutting Down, Leaving 600 Animals In Danger

Three years ago, Janessa Baar became inspired to save animals on the island of Roatan, Honduras. So, she formed Roatan Rescue, an organization that saves and rehabilitates animals in need on the island. Thanks to the kind hearts of staff members and volunteers, the stray dog problem on the island has dramatically decreased. Sadly, despite saving the lives of thousands of animals, not everyone is happy with their efforts. A group of people is attempting to shut the rescue down, … Read more

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