It’s always heartbreaking when dogs are surrendered to shelters by their owners. These poor pets are left heartbroken, wondering where their family has gone and when they’re going home. It’s even sadder when a senior dog is abandoned — these dogs are upended from the only homes they’ve ever known and are left to spend the rest of their lives in shelters. Recently, one … [Read more...] about 14-year-old dog was heartbroken after being surrendered to shelter — but now she’s getting a new start
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One-eyed shelter dog was about to be euthanized — then a pilot and a woman hundreds of miles away saved his life
All shelter dogs dream of finding a home of their own, but for some it’s a matter of life and death: at some shelters, if they’re not adopted out in time, they’re at risk of being euthanized. That was the case recently for a rescue dog named Odin. But just when it seemed all hope was lost, a stranger hundreds of miles away stepped in to save his life. Odin first … [Read more...] about One-eyed shelter dog was about to be euthanized — then a pilot and a woman hundreds of miles away saved his life
Animal lover wins $4 million from lottery scratch-off — and donates to local shelter
What would you do if you won the lottery? Many of us have big dreams of what we would spend it on, like a new house or a car. But when one animal-loving Massachusetts man won millions on a scratch-off, one of his first actions was to give back to pets in need. Paul Riley, from Peabody, Massachusetts, purchased a Massachusetts State Lottery “100X Cash” instant ticket game … [Read more...] about Animal lover wins $4 million from lottery scratch-off — and donates to local shelter
Caring 2-year-old goes to dog shelter and chooses sick, shy pit bull in need of love
There are so many dogs in shelters, and they all just want one thing: to find their forever homes. But sadly, it can take some longer than others. Whether it’s their breed, age, appearance or health issues, many dogs get constantly passed over by adopters, often in favor of younger, more conventionally cute puppies. But sometimes a compassionate person comes along and … [Read more...] about Caring 2-year-old goes to dog shelter and chooses sick, shy pit bull in need of love
Heartbroken Shelter Dog Shuts Down When Her Best Friend Gets Adopted Without Her
“She definitely misses having a sibling to cuddle with” In the vast and bustling city of Oklahoma, the compassionate rescuers at Stillwater Animal Welfare (SAW) encountered a remarkable duo last month – two dogs found navigating the urban landscape together. While SAW's welfare officers frequently save multiple dogs, this particular pair stood out immediately for their … [Read more...] about Heartbroken Shelter Dog Shuts Down When Her Best Friend Gets Adopted Without Her