“A shelter is not a place for dogs,” said Shira Scott Astrof, for The Dodo, after successfully completing her adoption mission of another puppy.  Although this experienced CEO of A.R.M. (Animal Rescue Mission) has dozens of similar completed tasks in her CV, she said this one was truly special and emotional.  Namely, her story begins … Read more

Fostering animals in need is really important, as it not only alleviates overcrowded shelters, but also provides a crucial bridge between rescue and adoption.  Sometimes, it is the only beacon of hope and a lifeline for many animals facing an uncertain future.   It is the most selfless act that not only transforms the lives of … Read more

All pups in this world long to be loved and treasured just like they deserve. As their parents, we do our best to give our fur babies the best life possible. Seeing them smile every morning when we wake up is the highlight of our day. We wish all canines had owners who care about … Read more

A dog is a man’s best friend. The love and trust of his dearest person mean everything in the world to him. Unfortunately, when that same man betrays him, the dog’s whole world comes crashing down. It is up to other soft-hearted people to try to restore that trust, and it is up to the … Read more

Some dogs just never get a fighting chance. As a result of irresponsible breeding, many furballs end up being kicked out on the street, and they usually don’t make it. One such case comes from California, where a litter of puppies was thrown away by a backyard breeder.  When a woman got a call about … Read more

Elsa, the stray dog, was found roaming the streets with her buddy, Hugo. She was in need of urgent medical intervention, as she had serious mite infestation.  When people from Ray Animal Rescue approached her to help, she was extremely affectionate and friendly. It was like she knew that they wanted to help her. However, … Read more

There are many cold-hearted people in this world who are ready, without any empathy, to inflict harm on those who are the most sensitive to it. Such things are able to destroy a heart and even destroy a life irretrievably. In those situations, we find ourselves in the dark… in the worst nightmare, and we … Read more

Most stray dogs I’ve seen struggle so much to survive. They would sometimes go days without any proper food, and the little they do get is usually not enough. This excess malnutrition can leave dogs in a horrible state, and many of them start eating anything out of pure desperation for survival. In this story, … Read more

No dog should ever be left without a home. The trauma of abandonment leaves long-term consequences, making it really hard to gain their trust again.  Mama, the abandoned Pittie found in the fields of California, was left at the mercy of the wilderness. This skittish girl spent months fending for herself, far away from any … Read more

Unfortunately, dog abandonment seems to have become a trend in some parts of the country. What’s worse, many people no longer hesitate to do it even when they know they are being recorded by surveillance cameras. This time, that was the thinking of one “ticketed passenger” who so casually left his dog tied up in … Read more