Donna Lochmann wasn’t planning on picking up any stray dogs when she got in her Jeep one February morning. The experienced rescuer is usually prepared for an unexpected rescue, but this time, she was going straight to an emergency call. Her coworker Natalie Thompson jumped into the passenger seat to accompany Lochmann on the drive. But as…
Four years ago, Claudia Papp took a chance on a foster dog from Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue. The dog, named Chapo, had been saved from an abusive situation only to wind up on a shelter’s euthanasia list. When Papp first brought Chapo home, he was terrified. He had fleas, worms, a skin infection and…
Cathy Howard and her teenage daughter were on their way to school a few days ago when they spotted some kind of animal turning in circles on the road. At first, they didn’t know what was going on. Howard’s daughter quickly realized that the animal was an old opossum — and he wasn’t doing well….
Many dog owners worry about their beloved pets getting stolen. Certain rare and expensive dog breeds can be a serious target for dognapping. But one woman’s strategy for keeping her dog safe from thieves has generated a lot of buzz and controversy online, with some praising the idea and others questioning the owner’s motives. Chloe…
Trust is a very important virtue that humans place a lot of meaning in. It’s what defines our relationships and makes them last long. However, some people only apply this to themselves and not to animals, as more often than not, people will abandon their dogs who trust them completely and leave them on the…
We received an urgent call from a resident about a dog who had staggered to their doorstep, desperate for help. When we arrived, the sight of Ella, as we named her, was heartbreaking. She was weak, with open wounds infested with maggots, and had clearly been through unimaginable suffering. Despite her condition, Ella’s eyes held…
The poor dog lay in a small, cramped space, chained to a tree with barely enough room to move. His longing for freedom was heartbreaking; every time someone approached, he stretched out his paws, desperately reaching out for a connection. His sad eyes followed every movement, his silent plea for help echoing in the hearts…
In the quiet corner of a deserted street, a severely ill dog lay motionless, her body frail and weak. Her fur, once shiny and soft, was matted and dull. Her ribs were visible through her skin, and her breathing was shallow. She had been abandoned, left to fend for herself, and now she was waiting…
In the heart of a forgotten corner, where mud and grass intertwine, a stray mother cat fights a silent battle to protect her newborn kittens. Born into the harshness of the outdoors, these fragile lives lie nestled against their mother, who shields them with unwavering determination. Her fierce glare and defensive posture warn anyone approaching…
The dog was purchased by her owner 8 years ago and spent all those years tied to a tree in a desolate place. The land became a swamp during the rainy season and unbearably hot like desert sand in the summer. The chain that bound her was heavy, and over time, it became part of…