"It was an instant connection” ❤️ Maggie's life had been filled with heartbreak until she met her forever family. She can't stop hugging them now. Mary McCraw and her husband, Mark, had recently lost their rescue dog, Mischka, to cancer. They weren't sure they wanted to fill that void right away, but then they met Maggie. McCraw told The Dodo, "She melted my … [Read more...] about The First Time a Shelter Dog Meets Her New Father, She Can’t Stop Hugging Him
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Shelter Dog Enjoys Cuddles With His Stuffed Animal Collection
That little face ❤️ Joey was born differently, but he's never let that stop him. The 3-month-old Chihuahua wants to do whatever his Vintage Pet Rescue foster siblings and sisters do. Even though he lacks front legs, he runs circles around the other dogs. "Joey is one of the happiest dogs we've ever met," Vintage Pet Rescue founder Kristen Peralta told The Dodo. "He … [Read more...] about Shelter Dog Enjoys Cuddles With His Stuffed Animal Collection
When a Shelter Dog Sees The Family He Thought He’d Lost Forever, He Transforms Into a Puppy
"There wasn’t a dry eye in that lobby." Chase was the type of dog that the City of Denton Animal Shelter was concerned would never be adopted. In April, he was seen running loose with two other dogs, and an animal control officer was able to capture him. Chase's past remained a mystery without a chip or identifying collar. Had the pittie ever experienced family love? … [Read more...] about When a Shelter Dog Sees The Family He Thought He’d Lost Forever, He Transforms Into a Puppy
A Heartbroken Shelter Dog is Overjoyed After Being Adopted into Her Forever Home
Such a happy ending for Ava ❤️ When this sweet puppy named Ava came at the Hoke County Animal Shelter in North Carolina, she was depressed. Her previous owner had relinquished her. Her entire existence had come to an abrupt stop. Ava was distraught, and it was obvious. But, at one wonderful moment, her circumstances improved. Ava's spirit vanished in the same … [Read more...] about A Heartbroken Shelter Dog is Overjoyed After Being Adopted into Her Forever Home
A Year has Passed as a Shelter Dog has seen People Walk Past his Kennel Without Stopping
"[He] is baffled as to why he is still here." Rocky, a loving shelter dog, has been waiting for someone to love him for almost a year. Potential adopters walk through the doors of the Humane Society of Hamilton County, Indiana, every day looking for a new pet, but they never stop to look at Rocky. Rocky has yet to find a loving home, despite the fact that the dogs around … [Read more...] about A Year has Passed as a Shelter Dog has seen People Walk Past his Kennel Without Stopping