Author: Julie Hunt
A dog named Lucy suffers unimaginable cruelty, but this story is one of survival, not defeat! Lucy’s monster of an owner didn’t want to keep the dog after she got pregnant. She and her soon-to-be-born puppies were unwanted and rejected. Instead of surrendering Lucy to a shelter, she was placed inside her owner’s car, driven onto a deserted road, and dumped in the snow. Lucy chases after her owner’s car as it drives away. He couldn’t keep up and lay down in the snow, clinging to hope. YouTube Her labor came quickly, and she gave birth to three beautiful puppies.…
When Brie first met the pregnant Pit Bull, she immediately felt the dog’s fear. The dog, later named Valentine, is crazy and clearly traumatized by his past experiences. Brie knew she had to help this scared, expectant mother, so she brought him home and began the slow process of building trust between them. It took time and patience for Valentine to learn to trust again, but with each passing day, she became more comfortable in her new surroundings. Brie and Valentine gradually formed a strong bond, and after about three weeks, the pregnant Pit Bull finally felt secure enough to…
Cyclists Tristan and Belén are on a cycling tour together in Central Asia when they encounter a touching surprise. On a road called the Pamir Highway, about 100 kilometers before the main city, they found two frightened and abandoned puppies on the side of the road. The cyclists’ plans quickly changed, and they decided to focus on rescuing the puppies. The puppies were scared, hot, and thirsty. Tristan and Belén gave them water and bread, but the puppies only drank water. It took about an hour for the cyclists to flag down a truck that could take them and the…
In a wealthy town where pets must be cared for, a dark secret hides under a balcony bench in the freezing cold. An innocent Collie is left outside during a blizzard to fend for himself. As the temperature dropped, his body weakened. Hypothermia began to set in, and he fell asleep curled up in a ball, fighting to stay alive. It was rumored that the residents knew the dog was there and did nothing to help him as if their prosperity meant they were forced to mind their own business. YouTube Fortunately, a resident didn’t mind the dog’s suffering and…
Whether a dog comes from a neglect situation or needs to be rehomed, their appreciation for their forever family is off the charts! These dogs are grateful to finally have a roof over their heads, a safe place to call their own, and an abundance of love. They gratefully shower their new people with kisses and hugs, and we give them everything they’ve always dreamed of. In the heartwarming video posted below, deserving dogs are given another gift: the companionship of a doggy sibling. Their reactions to their first meet and greet were too adorable to miss! YouTube A dog…
Rescuers were called when a concerned citizen heard the dog’s incessant barking. Her distressing cries echoed around. When a man and woman arrived to help, they followed the dog’s barking to a dank shed on a nearby property. Upon opening the door of the shed, they were greeted by discarded clothes and trash strewn across the floor, as well as a foul smell. The poor girl was lying close to the wall, curled up in a ball to keep warm. As the rescuers approached, they noticed something between her legs. YouTube The dog, named Theo, is guarding something important: a…
Often, rescuing animals is more difficult than preparing volunteers. On one such occasion, an organization was alerted about a Pit Bull and her puppies that had been severely neglected. Their owner, a dog hoarder, did not provide adequate nutrition or medical care. When a neighbor saw the mama dog outside, he was startled by her slender body. Fortunately, he called for help, and rescuers quickly arrived on the scene. They knocked on the door, and when the owner answered, he refused to cooperate. She said if the dog and her puppies die, it’s her problem, not theirs. YouTube The rescuers…
When the rescuers from Sidewalk Specials found Noah, they expected a fierce and aggressive dog. Instead, they discover a scared, gentle soul in desperate need of love and care. Noah was rumored to be vicious, and that’s why he was disliked and kept outside. But this couldn’t be further from the truth! The puppy needs a new start in life and people who have faith in him. His owner failed him miserably, leaving him to rot in the yard while he continued his business. Noah was not an afterthought; he was not even thought about! YouTube Noah was found in…
When a Great Dane named Hogan is born deaf and visually impaired, his future seems uncertain. He was part of a “mistake litter” and was surrendered by the breeder to a Great Dane rescue organization. Fortunately for Hogan, Crystal and her family were contacted by the rescue and asked if they would be interested in adopting her. When Crystal and her family met the puppy, it was love at first sight. Crystal is determined to give Hogan the fullest life possible, full of adventures and experiences he might miss. YouTube Crystal and her family quickly realized that Hogan was not…
A puppy, later named Pumpkin, was found in a pile of rocks in the cold. He was shivering uncontrollably to stay warm. A woman saw him there, and her heart broke. He knew he had to act fast! He picked up Pumpkin and brought him close to his body. He could feel the girl’s warmth and match the rhythm of her heartbeat. The woman took him home and gave him a hot bath. The soothing water and warm temperature helped Pumpkin a lot, and she finally stopped shivering. YouTube It didn’t take long for Pumpkin’s true colors to emerge. He…