When dogs first arrive at shelters and rescues, they’re usually not looking their best. Without proper grooming, they can easily be overlooked by potential adopters. That’s why Wahl and Greater Good have partnered for the 9th annual “Dirty Dogs Contest.” This contest showcases the most heartwarming shelter dog transformations and it urges you to vote for the story that stole your heart the most. The top three finalists will earn large donations for their organizations. But they can’t do it … Read more

True love knows no distance, especially when that bond is between a human and a dog. Oregon Army National Guard Sgt. Erin Guthrie met the love of her life while deployed in Kosovo: a stray dog named Meeka. Despite being timid, Meeka quickly found comfort with Guthrie. The two were inseparable during their time together, but it couldn’t last forever. Guthrie had to return to New York without her new friend by her side. Not a moment went by where … Read more

Coco, the 3-year-old dog, loves life. His dad, Rustico Samson Jr., and his dad’s brother always spend as much time with the little pup as they can. When one of them is away, Coco stays with the other. So, the little dog always has someone to keep him company. Yet, even the happiest dogs can get curious at times. One day, Coco followed Samson’s brother to work, but the little pup got lost along the way. Samson and his brother … Read more

An adorable Belgian Shepherd named Sam just began his journey to becoming a professional police K9 in Estonia. Though he may be tiny and lovable now, he will soon be a key component in the Police Special Forces! The internet has fallen head over heels in love with Sam, the mighty police pup in training. Though his training has only just begun, he is already proving to be an excellent addition to the force. Sam was welcomed into the family … Read more

When natural disasters tear through inhabited areas, they harm more than just structures. People’s lives are at risk, and so are the lives of their domestic animals. Hurricane Laura made landfall in Louisiana this summer, and with it came forced evacuations and destruction. Henry Roach, an Iraq War veteran, faced a heartbreaking decision during the first round of evacuations. His truck was already packed full of people, including his 88-year-old mother. His German Shepherd Savage simply would not fit. Roach … Read more

Having to isolate is hard enough as is, but it’s even harder if you don’t have a furry friend by your side. 85-year-old Shirley Moore started out the quarantine with her beloved Mini Fox Terrier Lily by her side. She loved spending quality time with her 16-year-old dog day and night. But amid the pandemic, Lily passed away. Moore was heartbroken and lonely. She lives alone, so without Lily, she had no one to comfort her. She prayed for another … Read more

Lamb Chop the adorable Maltese is happy with her mom in Wisconsin. But sadly, life wasn’t always so great for the little dog. She lived in a puppy mill for six years, where she likely gave birth to litter after litter of puppies. So, when she was rescued, she was hesitant to trust humans, but now, her mom has gained her trust. In fact, Lamb Chop has come such a long way that she has now been crowned the World’s … Read more

To this day, Pit Bull dogs are still widely seen as “aggressive” and scary. The stereotype can be really harmful, and even affects laws that ban them from certain places. However, anyone who has ever loved a Pittie knows how unfair this perception is. When raised by kind people, Pit Bulls are loving and wonderful family dogs. They also make skilled service animals. But, as they say, a picture is worth a thousand words. So: Here’s a little collection of sweet … Read more

For many people, a trip to the dentist causes a lot of anxiety. Something about sharp tools and having your bones poked and extracted is a little nerve-wracking. Lucky for dental patients at Corte Madera Family Dentistry in California, Kismet the 13-year-old Chihuahua can help with that. Kismet is the office dog there in Marin. She’s also their rescue pet. Dr. Cameron Garrett, the office dentist at Corte Madera Family Dentistry, told CNN how helpful a dog like Kismet can be … Read more

Conley the puppy is thriving today, but life wasn’t always easy for him. He cannot use his back legs, so he uses a wheelchair to get around. He was rescued with his mom and two siblings, but he was almost euthanized due to his special needs. No one wanted to take a chance on Conley at first, but Tails of Hope dog rescue knew he was worth it. They took him in and gave him the safe space he needed … Read more