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Robbie Gay is an adopted 9-year-old boy with a mission – saving senior dogs left behind in shelters. Instead of looking for the cutest and youngest pup, as most people would, Robbie chooses the oldest and least-adoptable mutt to bring home. “There’s something about old dogs that I just like,” he said. And that could
Our life experiences shape our character, and for this 14-year-old girl who was adopted when she was a baby, her own history taught her the importance of giving back. At nine months old, was left in a basket on a college campus in Pune, India. She spent a year in an orphanage before a couple
If some people wear their hearts on their sleeves, this pup wears hers on her chest! An adorable black and white dog with a heart-shaped patch of fur on her chest recently got adopted. Last week, Broken Arrow Animal Shelter shared a photo of the unique-looking border collie on their Facebook page. The post has
When Cpl. Byung “BK” Kang was on his second deployment to Afghanistan with the U.S. Marine Corps., he met his would-be best friend – a Labrador named Blue. The dog has saved his platoon’s lives so many times, he’s already lost count. The duo went on over 300 combat missions throughout Byung’s time in Afghanistan
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