The “World’s Ugliest Dog” contest had to be canceled the past two years due to the pandemic. But now, it’s back and more amusing than ever. Most people do not like to think of their dogs as “ugly,” but these canines embrace their unique appearances while being great advocates for rescue dogs and abuse survivors. … Read more
In December 1985, a dog named Paca came home with the most disturbing discovery. She carried a deceased newborn baby to her home to show her humans. The senior dog carried the baby gently, so the death and injuries weren’t caused by her. However, it was clear that someone had left this child alone to … Read more
When greed and selfish motives overcome love and compassion, the result is almost always tragic. Puppy mills are one such tragic result of this corruption of mankind. bag are horrible places where dogs are forced to breed over and over again. Many of these poor dogs are kept in wire cages for their entire lives, … Read more
After only a few days, a Shih Tzu named Parker is unrecognizable. When rescuers found her, she was severely matted to the point where she was unclear what kind of dog she was. It looked like someone had neglected her for years and then tossed her over the fence of a local animal rescue. Veterinarians … Read more
Every year that a dog is lost, it gets harder to feel hopeful. Most people start to give up or fear the worst. Yet, Cara Seiler decided to fuel her heartbreak into a passion that would help other dog parents. Her Pit Bull mix named Kemo was missing for eight years, and during that time, … Read more
A 13-year-old Yorkie mix named Sgt. Pepper has been reunited with his rightful owner after seven years, multiple caretakers, and more than 1,000 miles. Pepper was six when he went missing from Laurie Davies’ Florida yard back in 2014. This past Monday, he was discovered wandering down a rainy street in Charlotte, Michigan. The soggy … Read more
A Yorkie puppy named Rex joined his family while they experienced a devastating loss, and after 11 years missing, he returned during a similar tragedy. It may just be a coincidence, but Marzena Niejadlik believes it’s fate. A lot has changed in 11 years, but the family is happy to welcome Rex back. He was … Read more
Comedian Bill Bailey, actor and TV presenter David Harewood MBE and Paralympian Lauren Steadman MBE have marked the Blue Cross’s 125th birthday by recreating scenes from the charity’s history. Originally known as ‘Our Dumb Friends League’, the Blue Cross was formed in 1897 to help the working horses of London, who were often underfed, struggled … Read more
Two years ago, Maile Trist’s “friend,” told her that her senior Chihuahua was dead. Ever since then, she has been mourning the loss of her beloved rescue dog. Trist adopted Jazzy from a California humane society when she was in high school. They had many wonderful years together, but everything went downhill when she asked … Read more
Many years ago, in the wilds of Alaska, a man came across a timber wolf that has been caught and battered by a trap. The man realizes that the wolf does not have long to live and was quickly losing blood from being trapped. The man was initially spooked after coming face to face with … Read more