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Kayla Denney took over the Taft Animal Control Center less than one year ago. When she came to the shelter in Taft, Texas, it was a sad mess. They were euthanizing nearly 100% of the dogs seeking refuge there. She completely devoted herself to the task of finding forever homes for the dogs in her shelter and her efforts have seriously paid off. For her efforts, she has been awarded the 2019 National ‘Unsung Hero” Award by Petco. Wednesdays Were “Kill … Read more

Dogs have been documented in daily life for almost all of recorded time. With their impressive working skills and fierce loyalty, it’s no surprise that there are records of dogs serving in battle as far back as 600 BC. Dogs were originally bred for specific purpose, such as herding, hunting, and serving as the family watch dog. With skills like this, it wasn’t long before they were recruited to help serve in military efforts. Not only have dogs followed their … Read more

Slaughterhouse Survivors is an organization that is dedicated to the rescue of dogs stuck in the horrific meat trade in China. Thanks to the three amazing ladies who created this organization, Pearl has gone on an epic journey to her forever home in America. Though animal advocates are fighting to abolish this cruel practice, there are still slaughterhouses present in China. When three expats living in China (Hayley, Aimee, Emily) rescued their first group of dogs from a local slaughterhouse, … Read more

The Humane Rescue Alliance in DC has come up with a clever way to find homes for some deserving pups! In honor of the Nationals playing in The World Series, you can adopt a dog named after your favorite ball players. The Group of dogs named after the National players arrived at one of the Humane Resource Alliance locations about a week ago. The idea to name these furry friends after baseball players has had such an impact, that almost … Read more

Luma and Picasso are a pair of special pups that face their own unique hardships. Though they come from a troubling past, they both have a loving rescuer and an impressive will to keep pushing through. Liesl Wilhardt is a dedicated animal rescuer, and the founder of Luvable Dog Rescue in Oregon. Wilhardt has always had a deep passion for animal rescue, and opened her rescue in the hopes of saving as many furry lives as possible. It’s no wonder … Read more

Cloe and Nena are the newest Dogs of Instagram sensations. One look at these drop dead gorgeous pups and it’s easy to see why people can’t seem to get enough of them. Their long, glossy, wavy hair is enough to make any dog lover take a second look but they’ve got an ace in the hole that makes them simply irresistible. They both have ridiculously long eyelashes framing their deep brown eyes. https://www.instagram.com/p/B3tyAlcHa_g/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Twin English Cocker Spaniels The sisters are … Read more

Brody and Katie are professional adventurers that spend their time on the road with their furry friend, Spaghetti. While exploring the Canyons in Colorado, they came across a pair that was in desperate need of help. While Brody and Katie were hiking through the canyon, they kept hearing barking in the distance. They assumed they were coyotes, and continued about their trek. As the barking got closer, they began to search for the source of the yelps. Suddenly, they saw … Read more

Fostering a dog in need doesn’t just help out the overcrowded shelters. When you bring a shelter dog into your home, whether it’s for a few weeks or a few months, you’re making a sincere impact on a dog’s life. Plus, it’s pretty good for the human’s soul, too. Kate Howard, a journalist and editor in Kentucky, recently shared a story on Twitter that proves it. After attending a friend’s memorial service, Kate returned home to sit on her porch … Read more