It’s great to have a dog around the house: they are such loyal and protective animals with incredible instincts, and can often detect danger before humans can. And sometimes, their intervention saves lives. That was the case recently, when a family dog saved the life of a teen having an unexpected stroke. On August 26, Amanda Tanner, from Spring, Texas, was woken up by … [Read more...] about Dog wakes sleeping family up in the middle of the night — saves teen’s life from stroke
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Dog born with short spine and no neck finds a family to love him just the way he is
All dogs are beautiful in their own way, and are deserving of good, loving homes — even the ones that look a little unusual. Like one very unique dog born with no neck and half a spine, who struggled due to his differences but ultimately found the perfect home. Cooper, an American foxhound, has a genetic condition referred to as “short spine syndrome” in which his … [Read more...] about Dog born with short spine and no neck finds a family to love him just the way he is
Cat lost in Maui wildfires reunites with family: “the happy news we need in these uncertain times”
Maui suffered catastrophic wildfires last month: with a reported 115 deaths, it is one of the most devastating natural disasters in Hawaii’s history. But even amidst all that devastation there have been positive stories to give people hope. Recently, a cat was discovered in the remains of a house was saved and reunited with his family. The Maui Humane Society has … [Read more...] about Cat lost in Maui wildfires reunites with family: “the happy news we need in these uncertain times”
Family takes turns sleeping on the couch to keep their old dog company
Our dogs start to slow down a little as they get older, but we do everything make sure they are happy and comfortable in their twilight years. But one family went above-and-beyond for their old dog, rearranging their sleep schedules just to make sure he felt loved. Spike is a 14-year-old English springer spaniel. Like many dogs his age, he can’t get around like he used … [Read more...] about Family takes turns sleeping on the couch to keep their old dog company
Dog who went missing 10 years ago a “happy, wiggling mess” after finally reuniting with family
It’s always heartbreaking when a pet goes missing, but it’s important to not lose hope. Sometimes pets return to us when we least expect them, even years after they first disappeared. Recently, a lost dog returned to her owner — an entire decade after she went missing! Ten years ago, Diana Hart was devastated after her 2-year-old dog Abby went missing. Years passed with … [Read more...] about Dog who went missing 10 years ago a “happy, wiggling mess” after finally reuniting with family