It’s been three years since the Koster family lost their beloved dog Maddie, and they kept refusing to get another dog. They didn’t want to feel like they were replacing Maddie, and they still had hope she was out there. Maddie went missing only days before Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017. Rachel Koster did everything she could to search for the dog during that time, but it wasn’t easy. Eventually, she began to fear the worst, but tried to stay … Read more

For some dogs, the adjustment to a new home is seamless. Sadie the 6-year-old German Shepherd found comfort in her forever home as quickly as she could. Getting adopted was a bit overwhelming for her, but she learned who her human was without hesitation. After only a few months with her new dad Brian Myers, Sadie did something incredible. When Myers had a stroke, Sadie jumped into action as if she’d been trained to do so. She ended up saving … Read more

Vacations are the ideal time to relax and live life to the fullest. But that’s difficult to do when every possible thing goes wrong. 58-year-old Robert Weber and his Bull Arab named Nessie got lost when visiting Kilkivan, Australia. And no, they didn’t just take a wrong turn or struggle to find their hotel. Instead, they ended up alone in the bushland with no food or water. The pair was missing for about two weeks, but they became separated after … Read more

An emaciated Newfoundland Mix was found wandering the streets alone on a cold winter night. When officers got closer to the abandoned pup, they realized just how critical this situation was. The skinny street pup was dragging a chain behind him with each step, as it was attached to a chain collar around his neck. The collar was deeply embedded in the Newfie’s skin, causing a massive and painful infection. The officers brought the injured pup into the Ottawa Humane … Read more

The “Lassie” story of a dog saving someone by alerting another person sounds sensational, but this really does happen. Dogs can sense when someone is injured, either through smell, sound, or human facial cues. They also know that barking gets people’s attention. In Sibonga, southern Cebu, an intuitive dog saved the life of an abandoned baby by seeking out help. Around 11 a.m. on Christmas Eve, 2020, Junrell Fuentes Revilla was driving his motorcycle near a dumpsite when the dog … Read more

A tornado demolished several towns near Birmingham, Alabama. One of which was Fultondale, a town that’s no stranger to deadly storms. In 2011, 65 people died, and 1,500 were injured by a tornado. The recent tornado didn’t cause quite as many fatalities and harm, but it destroyed many homes. Families were left with nothing but a pile of rubble, most of their belongings gone. But while victims and officials searched the destruction, they found one sign of hope. A dog … Read more

Tropical getaways are the best. Vacations are a time to relax in a place that feels like paradise—a place where nothing could possibly go wrong. But oftentimes, that isn’t the case, especially for those who live at a vacation destination. Alison Sawyer Current quickly learned that when visiting Isla Mujeres, an island off the coast of Cancun, Mexico. She discovered that the beautiful island had a huge stray pet problem. No one was willing to take them in and care … Read more

Border Collies, Wish and Halo are making history. Not only are they incredibly smart, but they also set their own Guinness World Record, and the results are adorable! The pups completed “the most tricks performed by two dogs in under one minute.” Additionally, Wish also completed the “fastest 5-meter crawl by a dog.” They’re on a roll! But these amazing talents didn’t just happen overnight. They’ve spent countless hours working on these tricks with their mom, Emily Larlham, who is … Read more

Dogs often get themselves into unfortunate situations out of curiosity. And in extreme cases, those mistakes could be life-threatening. That’s why it’s always heartwarming to know that there are kind people who won’t hesitate to help a dog in need. It’s unclear how a brindle dog named Tinkerbell ended up nearly drowning, but she was terrified and confused. She might not have survived if the New York City Police Department (NYPD) hadn’t spotted her and saved the day. If it … Read more

Arlo the police dog is brave, strong, and TikTok famous. The Thurston County police dog spent the past year growing his TikTok following, sharing adorable videos of his daily adventures. He now has 1.5 million followers, which made him pretty proud of himself. But even celebrities can fall on hard times. Poor Arlo was critically injured in a shooting on the job. Vets weren’t sure if he would make it, but he kept on fighting. Now, the brave hero is … Read more

A dog’s loyalty never ceases to amaze us. Even when all hope seems lost, dogs will stick by their family members for as long as needed. And Tucker the Great Pyrenees knows a thing or two about being a hero even when it’s not needed. Melissa Ringstaff and her family found Tucker on the side of the road, not moving. At first, they thought he was injured, but as it turns out, he was protecting a deceased dog who had … Read more

Sherrie Smith and her daughter Ashley had a one-eyed Pit Bull named Zoe over a decade ago. They often spent time reminiscing about the pup and wondering how she was doing. But the last thing they expected was for her to come home 12 years later. The Smiths initially had to re-home Zoe because they couldn’t find affordable housing that allowed pets in Honolulu, Hawaii. They were heartbroken, but knew it was what they had to do. Over time, the … Read more