Meet Gumby. He is around 4 years old and has had major problems finding a home. He’s been adopted by several families, but was returned to the shelter every time, where numerous other four-legged friends were also waiting to get to a family. The question is, why did Gumby always return? © Facebook/Charleston Animal Society Gumby is a…
Animal rescues can perform miracles sometimes: even animals who are near-death can make an incredible comeback with the right love and care. That was the case recently, when one rescue took in a blind, abandoned dog who was unconscious and suffering from seizures, but managed to completely turn his life around. Earlier this week, Speranza…
Some dogs are born into love. Others, like Bernie, have to survive the worst before they ever feel it. At just 11 months old, this British bulldog was already carrying the weight of brutal abuse. But thanks to a life-saving rescue and the compassion of strangers, Bernie’s story didn’t end in pain—it’s just beginning in…
Riona’s story began with a nightmare: last June in Nutbush, Tennessee, she was discovered running down a street engulfed in flames, her body soaked in gasoline and her life hanging in the balance. Through all her suffering, her spirit remained unbroken—and one year later, she’s heading into a future filled with hope. The horror of…
Ala, a resilient mother dog, had faced significant hardships before her rescue. Her life had been marked by challenges, including a fractured tail likely caused by an old injury. Additionally, her body was weakened from the struggle of caring for her pup, Mafa, while battling ehrlichiosis and malnutrition. Despite his frail and sickly state, young…
On April 16, the community was shocked to learn about Leo, a missing dog found in terrible conditions—covered in duct tape and left in a dumpster, seemingly to prevent any chance of survival. The Nebraska Humane Society quickly sought assistance to find those responsible for such a cruel act. Leo was discovered by employees of…
Milagro’s journey is a testament not just to physical recovery but emotional healing as well. Once abandoned in a ditch and left to face the harshness of neglect alone, Milagro still managed to embrace forgiveness when given a chance. Each day saw her become more playful and inquisitive, a true sign that her spirit was…
In the bustling streets of Mettupalayam, India, a heart-wrenching sight stopped a seasoned rescuer in their tracks — a stray dog with a massive, swollen growth consuming the top of his head, wandering the town alone. But behind the heartbreaking image was a soul just as massive — one that would soon touch the hearts…
A heartwarming story unfolded on the streets of Brooklyn, where a pit bull named Trap was found tied to a fence after being abandoned by his owner. The entire incident, captured on video, revealed the distress of the bewildered dog, glancing desperately at passersby for help until kind-hearted strangers stepped in to rescue him. Trap…
A Heartwarming Rescue: Dog’s Spirit Shines Through Adversity On the morning of January 15, a heartwarming story began to unfold when the animal rescue organization ONG Paraíso dos Focinhos received a distress call about a helpless dog. A woman on her way to work had spotted the frail animal, abandoned and unable to stand or…