Just before Christmas, Stray Rescue of St. Louis received a call about a St. Bernard found alone in an abandoned home. The dog, later named Stu, had been left in a crate and was severely underweight — only 43 pounds, when he should’ve weighed over 120. Cold, filthy, and in critical condition, Stu was rushed…
In October, a Good Samaritan in New South Wales spotted a duct-taped crate by the roadside. Curious about its movement, they looked inside and found two tiny black and brown puppies trapped inside. They cared for the pups overnight and contacted RSPCA New South Wales, who took them to Sydney Veterinary Hospital. Thankfully, the puppies,…
In the bustling city streets, stray dogs like Nicholas navigate life, yearning for a moment of kindness, a warm home. Rescued and sheltered, these dogs, filled with newfound hope, await the day someone will choose them. Nicholas, a heartwarming shelter dog, was no different. Each day, he eagerly awaited visitors, his eyes filled with the…
On a serene hike along the Trinity River in Northwestern California, Erin Wilson and her Belgian Malinois, Eva, encountered an unimaginable challenge. A mountain lion, fierce and unpredictable, suddenly appeared, marking the beginning of a life-threatening ordeal. In a split second, Eva, embodying the essence of loyalty and bravery, leapt into action to protect Erin…
In a daring late-night operation in January 2016, Debra Tranter and a colleague infiltrated a notorious puppy mill in New South Wales, Australia. This wasn’t their first visit; a year earlier, they had uncovered appalling conditions, leading to the rescue of 16 dogs by the RSPCA. However, their return revealed a worsening situation. Image source: oscarslaw Amidst…
In the world of dog rescue, luck often plays an unsung role. Stray animals, adept at staying hidden or trapped, sometimes owe their rescue to sheer chance. This story unfolds with such a twist of fate. The Discovery in the Bushes Image Source: We Love Animals On an ordinary day, near a wooded path, a woman’s…
Huddled in a ditch by the side of a rural road in Louisa County, Iowa, a badly sunburned pup named Willow waited for a miracle. When local officers finally found Willow, they raced her over to experts at It Takes A Village, an animal rescue and resource group. It Takes A Village Animal Rescue Meeting Willow, foster coordinator Karen…
Mrs. Greg was found as a stray in poor condition and taken to a shelter, but due to her serious health issues — parvovirus and sarcoptic mange — she was transferred to Austin Pets Alive! for better care. Despite the odds, she survived parvo and began a slow recovery from mange. Her fur didn’t grow…
Let me introduce you to Serena, a dog whose story began near a pet store parking lot. As I pulled in, something about her caught my attention. While I approached, I noticed that she had been sick, with signs of recent vomiting nearby, indicating the food she had been given hadn’t agreed with her. Curiosity…
Amidst the usual hustle of a vet food store, a heart-wrenching scene unfolded when a concerned customer spotted a small puppy outside, wailing and unable to move. The sight left everyone around deeply emotional, compelling them to lend a hand to the struggling pup. The distressed puppy was brought into the store to be assessed….