For one New York City woman, fostering a dog was a lifelong dream. Jewelry designer and photographer, Heather Hamm, is a long-time dog lover and enthusiast who grew up with a dog and wanted one to foster. One night, she was scrolling through Instagram when she stumbled upon a post that made her heart race. … Read more
Ham, a two-year-old Pug cross, has always been a happy and lively dog who would bark and get excited at literally the tiniest thing she saw. However, lately, her mom, Victoria Northwood, had noticed that something was wrong as her furry friend was a little under the weather. Because she was very worried about her … Read more
Not all dogs have the luxury of spending life in a cozy home with a family who absolutely adores them. Many, sadly, never get there, and instead of fulfilling their companionship purpose with a hooman on the side, they end up fighting for their bare lives. Dog abandonment is a common problem all over the … Read more
You must have come across a video or commercial about cleaning or renovating a house many times. I doubt that an internet post like this ever made you reach for a tissue to wipe away your tears, though. However, the video that is the central theme of today’s story is just that – it brings … Read more
For dog lovers, there’s no greater satisfaction than seeing a dog in need find a suitable, nurturing environment. The moment they realize they’re finally on safe ground is precious, and their transformation throughout the process just can’t be summed up. When Francine, a little Pittie puppy, was spotted in a dumpster, she was a lost … Read more
Having a rescue dog in your home means having a loyal friend for a lifetime! When Graham and Skip Fellers, from Asheville, North Carolina, decided to open their home to Dime in 2014, little did they know that the dog would become their whole life! With his rough past behind, Dime opened his heart and … Read more
Seeing stray dogs living on the street is not uncommon. It happens every day – people abandon and leave them to starve regardless of how irresponsible it is to do so. However, what’s even worse is when people abuse these poor animals so much that they isolate themselves to an even more dangerous environment just … Read more
Owning a dog is not an easy thing. You have to always be ready for any obstacle that comes your way and know how to deal with it. But, how do you do it when it’s just a small puppy who is struggling to survive because he can’t put on weight properly? In situations like … Read more
One thing that always surprises me about some stray dogs in the stories I read is just their level of optimism. They go through so much every day, sometimes even for years, but they are still very happy to see other people and play with them. I will always admire them for that. In this … Read more
When the staff at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) got a call about a pup cruelly abandoned by somebody at a pub, they immediately packed up their gear and headed out to the site. Since this wasn’t the first time they received a call about a pup just being … Read more