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When Staffordshire bull terriers arrive at animal shelters, they don’t get adopted as quickly as other dogs. That’s because most people regard this breed as scary and dangerous, when in fact, it’s the total opposite. The truth is, they’re one of the most loyal and affectionate dogs ever. And anyone who gets to keep them
It was a hot day in Dubai when Anand Raman thought of driving up to his sister’s workplace to visit her. People outside were seeking shade to avoid the burning heat, including one stray dog staying underneath a parked car at his sister’s office. When Anand looked closer, he saw the dirty pup eating some
Animal rescue organizations often have to find inventive ways to get the word out about their adoptable animals. Over time, it’s been proven that an effective way to do so is by partnering with local businesses. This way, their message gets more reach, thereby helping cats and dogs find their forever homes much quicker. This strategy
Though it is against his will, this 12-year-old boy felt compelled to surrender his puppy to an animal shelter in Mexico. It is never easy, but sometimes the best decision is to let go of your dog so they can experience a better life. The factors that compel owners to surrender their pets vary, but
The Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana just welcomed a new resident to their shelter, a Labrador Retriever mix puppy with a unique and adorable trait – a smiling face! The organization’s director Courtney Wingate was at Caddo Animal Control when she noticed three little Lab puppies in a kennel. She couldn’t leave them behind, especially
Despite her disabilities, a deaf and blind puppy named Star has never felt alone since she came into this world. That’s because her sibling, Denver, has appointed himself as her personal guide dog! Star and Denver belong to a litter of eight puppies, but the two of them share a bond that is unlike anything
When this family left their dog after moving out of their home, the loyal pet spent most of his time on the porch waiting for their return. Sadly, however, it was pointless for Cupid to wait – his family was never coming back for him. Dogs are such innocent and lovable creatures that it’s hard
All shelter dogs deserve a loving family. But sometimes, it can be hard to find the right match between owner and pet especially if the latter has a disability. Bandit the Shepherd mix is paralyzed from the waist down and uses a wheelchair. Due to the challenging nature of caring for dogs like him, he
The Kansas City Chiefs’ recent Super Bowl victory also became a win for our furry friends across the country. Derrick Nnadi celebrated their triumph by sponsoring the adoption fees of over 100 dogs in a Missouri shelter! Every pooch in need of a family at the KC Pet Project animal shelter is free to adopt
A senior dog named Karlie is set to make a triumphant return to Dog Bowl 3 as one of the earliest inductees in its Dog Bowl Hall of Fame. The 17-year-old Bichon Frise lived the first 15 years and 3 months of her life in a home. But when she became “too old” for her
At 4 in the morning, Jack Jokinen was nudged awake by his wife to tell him that there was a random dog inside their house. Confused about how he managed to get in, he checked their home security footage and finally figured how she did it. Accustomed to early morning wake-ups, Jack thought that his
Guardians of the Galaxy actor and ex-WWE star Dave Bautista might be known for his intimidating look and bloody-red body paint as Drax, but ever since Thanos was defeated, he is now the guardian of two adorable 6-year-old pit bulls. “I needed them, they needed me,” the retired wrestler wrote in his Instagram post. His