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Dog who was severely burned by owner becomes a comfort dog for child burn victims

It’s amazing how strong and resilient dogs can be. They can suffer through the most arduous experiences at the hands of people and still perservere. Like one dog, who suffered horrific injuries, but has now ...

Man reunites with beloved dog 4 months after house explosion left him in a coma

It’s undoubtedly traumatic to survive a deadly disaster, but when you’re recovering it helps to have loved ones by your side — including your pets. That’s the story for one man, who spent months in ...

Hero dog Sadie reunites with her owner at hospital after saving him during stroke

Rescue a dog, and they’ll rescue you right back. That was the lesson from Sadie, the heroic dog who saved her owner’s life after a stroke, as we told you about last week. Now, there’s ...

Vet treats stray dog after he was hit by a car, then decides to adopt him herself

Veterinarians love all animals, but they have a special bond with strays and shelter pets. When an animal has no forever family of their own, a vet supplies the love and care they need. And ...

Firefighters brave freezing water to save dog who fell through icy pond

It’s winter, and the icy weather can mean serious danger for pets. We’ve seen many stories of dogs getting trapped on frozen lakes or even falling in to the freezing water, putting their lives in ...

Ethan, the dog left to starve in crate, continues to make a recovery — and inspires new animal cruelty law

Last week we told you the story of Ethan, the poor dog who had been left for dead after being abandoned in a crate. His fight for survival has become a nationwide story, with people ...

Dog who went missing for over two months finally returns home safe and sound

It’s always heartbreaking when a dog goes missing. You search everywhere, but as time passes you wonder if you’ll ever see your friend again. Luckily, one family’s ordeal is finally over after their dog was ...

Dog presumed dead in Hurricane Harvey found alive, reunited with family after 3 years

It’s been over three years since the devastating Hurricane Harvey struck the United States, causing massive damage and resulting in over 100 deaths. For many families, the pain has never really healed — like the ...

Furniture store leaves out mattress so stray dogs have a place to sleep

There are many stray dogs around the world, all fending for themselves or relying on the random kindness of humans to get by. It can be a hard life, but in some cities it is ...

Neighbors rally to help find elderly dog who went missing for five days, save him from water

It’s always difficult when a dog goes missing, but it’s even worse when they’re an older dog with health issues. A healthier dog might be able to survive on their own for weeks or months, ...