Author: Julie Hunt
A six-month-old Golden Retriever puppy named Wesley is experiencing relief from dental discomfort with the help of braces. Harborfront Hospital for Animals located in Spring Lake, Michigan, shared photos on Facebook showing Wesley wearing his new braces. The post, which quickly garnered more than 270,000 shares, highlighted February as National Pet Dental Health Month, which emphasizes the importance of maintaining pets’ dental well-being. Wesley is owned by Molly Moore, whose father, Dr. James Moore, operates as a veterinarian at the clinic and is affectionately referred to as a “doggie dentist.” YouTube Molly Moore shared with ABC News the struggles Wesley…
Soldiers are selfless, brave people who put their lives on the line to protect our country. Servicemen and military women leave their homes, sometimes for years. They leave behind family, friends, and their pets to make sure our country is safe. A soldier named Hannah is in boot camp when she is finally granted leave for the holidays. He made the difficult journey home, expecting the happy faces of his family. Hannah lives with many animals, including an old Golden Retriever. The puppy missed Hannah so much that she wasn’t sure if she would be back before it was time…
Sadly, stray dogs are often seen on the streets as a result of the helpless leaving them to fend for themselves. However, what is more alarming is that when these animals are subjected to so much abuse that they retreat to more dangerous environments to escape human contact. This story is about a neglected dog who is found struggling to survive on a busy street in need of help. On an annual trip, a woman encounters what appears to be a traumatized dog that wants nothing to do with people. He ran around, going in and out of traffic. YouTube…
It is a touching story of an unexpected encounter between a man and a stray dog in a dollar store. A chance meeting resulted in a beautiful friendship and a forever home for the lovely dog. While shopping at a Dollar General, the man Ray notices a small dog happily running down the aisle. The energetic pup is in a great mood, bouncing around and playfully interacting with everyone in the store. Recognizing that the dog was not a threat, Ray decided to temporarily put him in his shopping cart while he called Animal Control for help. YouTube Unfortunately, Animal…
A photo of a pair of puppies hugging each other quickly went viral on social media. The photo was taken shortly before the shelter dogs were scheduled to be euthanized. But thanks to the efforts of Angels Among Us Pet Rescue, both dogs were rescued and found forever homes. The dogs, Kala, an 11-month-old Hound mix, and Keira, a 15-month-old Boxer mix, won the hearts of many after the pet rescue shared their heartwarming hug. The photo, taken at the Etowah Valley Humane Society, was used by Angels Among Us Pet Rescue in a campaign to solicit donations. YouTube These…
The heartbreak of knowing that so many dogs endure abuse and are robbed of the happiness they deserve. This story centers around Gordough – an incredible dog who suffered so much when his owners unceremoniously abandoned him, leaving him tied to a park bench. The thought of how devastated Gordough must have been, witnessing the loss of his owners sight, is deeply distressing. Gordough held on hoping they would come back for him. With a look of sadness, he waited, but his owners did not return. 15/10 Foundation/Instagram However, despite his heartache, Gordough never lost hope that someone would notice…
Our dogs are adorable, loyal creatures who never fail to brighten our days. Whether it’s a slobbery kiss, a tail wave, or a goofy smile, dogs remind us that their happiness comes from the simple things. They don’t need much– with consistent food, love, and playtime, our puppies will grow and blossom. Their happiness is often contagious and we can learn a thing or two just by being in their presence. The dog in this story, Grissom, reminds his mom that laughter can be the best medicine, but his ‘reminder’ is not for the faint of heart. YouTube Makayla is…
At just three months old, a puppy named Comfort was heartlessly abandoned by his family, who left him to fend for himself. A kind bystander who saw the unfortunate incident took the young puppy to a shelter located in Los Angeles, California. Betrayed by those he trusted, Comfort was found cowering in fear behind his prison. Upon her arrival at the shelter, she was clearly suffering from malnutrition and dehydration, and she showed no interest in food. On top of that, he was battling a flea infestation. katelovesmutts2/TikTok Her fear was palpable as she continued to shiver and crouch in…
Wild animals have difficulty finding food and shelter. But when a stray, like the puppy in this story, also has special needs, their challenges are greater. Rescuers and Good Samaritans who help homeless animals are everyday heroes, and we are truly grateful for all they do! A woman named Samantha meets a dog who is not only homeless. When she first meets Freddie, Samantha is struck by his friendliness but is equally concerned about his strange gait and unsteady head movements, suspecting underlying health issues. YouTube Samantha learns from the locals that Freddie fends for himself on the streets of…
All dogs long for a loving family to give them the love they deserve. Unfortunately, many dogs do not experience love and suffer at the hands of abusive, callous owners who do not value their pets. These dogs are left destitute and homesick, clinging to the faint hope of being rescued and finally feeling loved. Thanks to animal rescuers who never give up, dogs like the puppy in this story found their happily ever after. Dogs are resilient creatures, but that doesn’t mean they have to put up with anything but puppy happiness. YouTube Jax is a dog, enduring abuse…