#PetAdoption
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Best Friends Couldn't Leave Each Other's Side - They Had To Be Adopted Together
Agatha and Jukebox are two pit bulls, who met on the streets, and never left each other's side. They found a family who adopted them both!
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Worried dog owner finds lost elderly pet at a Milwaukee bar: 'He was pretty popular'
Milwaukee resident Jenny Hazard found out that her lost 16-year-old Shih Tzu went for a night on the town last week, showing up at a local watering hole.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Shelter Dogs in Kansas Treated to Special Burger Dinner to Ring in 2024 - Parade Pets
A dog shelter in Kansas decided to treat their dogs to a special burger dinner to ring in the New Year with style and lots of love.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Dog Who Broke Record for Longest Stay at Michigan Shelter Finds Forever Home: 'She's My Girl'
A dog who broke the record for the longest stay at a Michigan animal shelter — nearly two years — was finally adopted. The 4-year-old pit bull mix was rescued from a dog fighting ring before finding her forever home.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
‘It’s the greatest gift.’ Animal-rescue group matches older adults with senior pets.
Misfit Angels of South Jersey and other nonprofits help older adults get pets, supplies or veterinary care.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Facing shutdown, shelter feared worst for 80 dogs, cats. They just got a second chance
Soon after Paw Works moved into its new 8,000-square-foot shelter in Oxnard last year, Ventura County officials said it lacked the proper permits and needed to shut down immediately.
Pets & Animals | Interesting Animal Stories
Dog that carried stuffed animal around gets real-life puppy pal
A golden retriever named Molson carries his stuffed dog with him everywhere he goes — but his humans recently decided to surprise him with a real puppy, so he never feels alone. TODAY’s Hoda Kotb shares the Morning Boost.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Are Rescue Dogs Good With Cats? Introducing Your New Dog - The Cat and Dog House
Whether a rescue dog is good with cats comes down to the dog's temperament, background, experience, and genetics, and the cat's personality.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
A black Lab mix has been at a Washington shelter for over 500 days. The volunteer who posted his story on TikTok thinks 'black-dog syndrome' could be to blame.
Butter the dog appeared in a viral TikTok posted by Julie Saraceno, an animal-rescue volunteer in Washington.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Abandoned dog seen wandering Detroit streets with stuffed toy rescued, now receiving care
Nikki's owner recently died, and she was left to wander the streets with her favorite toy.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Shelter Dog Saves The Life of Her Adopter Days After Rescue
A 5-year-old dog recently adopted from a shelter in the United Kingdom turned around and repaid her new, loving family by saving her guardian's life.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
‘Ugly’ Shelter Dog Doesn't Understand Why She’s Constantly Being Passed Over
In the end, her dreams came true.
Pets & Animals | Rescue Organizations
Finding Your New Best Friend: Where to Adopt a Dog
Know you want to adopt but not sure where to start? We've rounded up some of the best organizations and outlets to help find your new BFF.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Dog escapes her new home, walks 10 miles to her old shelter
Bailey the just-adopted rescue dog went missing from her new home found herself in a familiar place — ringing a doorbell
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
63-lb pup finds his forever home after his 'unlucky streak' of 14 failed adoptions goes viral | Daily Mail Online
Ronald, a one-year-old mixed breed pup, had 14 failed adoptions within a month, according to the SPCA of Wake County in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Abandoned Elderly Dog On The Streets Finally Gets The Help He Needs
The dog was suffering from several health issues, but help right just in the nick of time.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
How a Rescuer Saved a Cat Who Was Stuck 80 Feet Up a Tree (He Had Some Tuna)
Savage was up there for about two weeks.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
PETITION UPDATE: Oreo the Pig Flourishing in Sanctuary as Abusers Head to Jail
Two individuals reportedly responsible for keeping an obese pig named Oreo in a basement police described as “dungeon-like” have been prohibited from
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Puppy deemed ‘too big’ finds home after 14 failed adoptions: 'He's perfect'
A North Carolina animal shelter said three people took the puppy home but returned him.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
4,000 Beagles, Dozens of Trapped Animals, and a Cat Named Ian: The 12 Best Pet Rescue Stories of 2022
We're always in awe of the incredible lengths people will go to save our animal friends.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Watch Firefighters Use a Paddle Boat To Rescue a Very, Very Chilly Dog
The pup had fallen through the ice on Christmas Eve.
Pets & Animals | Interesting Animal Stories
10 Friendly Cat Breeds that Make Perfect Pets
These friendly cats love to be by your side. From Siamese cats to Ragamuffins, check out the top friendliest cat breeds that make wonderful pets for families and people with dogs.
Pets & Animals | Interesting Animal Stories
Why Do Cats Like Boxes? | Daily Paws
Live with a cat and you discover the joy of watching them climb into boxes of all shapes and sizes. We examine the reasons why your cat loves boxes so much.
Pets & Animals | Interesting Animal Stories
How to Pick Up and Hold a Cat the Right Way | Daily Paws
If you're a new cat owner and you're not quite sure if and how your cat likes to be held, we've got the answers you're looking for. These tips can help you learn how to hold a cat the right way without causing injury or stress.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Cat Walks 280 Miles Across France To Find Her Way Back Home Again
Cocci the cat was confused when she and her family moved 280 miles away, so she set off to find her old home again - and succeeded!
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Lolly the Puppy Mill Survivor Is Helping Dogs Recover From Fear, Trauma
Lolly not only recovered from her own neglect. She's now helping other dogs overcome their fears, too.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Dozens of At-Risk Dogs and Cats to Be Flown From Overcrowded Shelters Just Before Thanksgiving
Animals from crowded Southern shelters are on their way to rescues in New Jersey, which will get these sweet dogs and cats into loving homes.
Pets & Animals | Interesting Animal Stories
Dog goes viral after TikTok video shows it's overlooked at NY adoption event
Bob Parr, a 3-year-old white terrier, touched the hearts of millions after a now-viral TikTok video showed him being passed up at an dog adoption event in Brooklyn, New York.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Dog That Had Been Chained in the Cold and Starved for Two Years Finds Happier Ending
Reacher had a rough start, with owners who neglected and beat him. He was brought to a shelter as a "shell of a dog," but he just needed the right family to bring out his true self.
Pets & Animals | Interesting Animal Stories
Missing Dog Comes Back Home with Not Just One But Two New Friends with Him
It’s easy for dogs to make friends especially when they go on an adventure. A dog even enjoyed an adventure way too much that he went missing then came back with new friends. Surprisingly for Bo, it was a dog and a goat he befriended along the way.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
"I adopted a 17-Year-Old rescue dog with a devastating past'
Jeneda Benally tells Newsweek about adopting what became the world's ugliest dog.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Mistreated Dog Who Spent Her Whole Life In A Garage Longs For Loving Home
"She deserves a family after all she has been through…"
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Injured Dogs Rescued from the War in Ukraine Are Ready for Adoption After Receiving Wheelchairs
Johnny and Phoenix both sustained injuries during the ongoing war in Ukraine that left the dogs unable to walk without assistance
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
New BBB Report on Online Puppy Scams One More Reason to Adopt, Not Shop
A new Better Business Bureau (BBB) report reveals that hundreds of Americans who hoped to buy a puppy online have instead been duped into paying thousands of dollars for a new family member who never arrives. In addition to overcrowding at shelters and tr
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
This Pup Was Rescued From a Hot Car, Then Adopted By the Officer Who Saved Him
The poor pup was stuck in the car for two hours, when temps probably rose about 100 degrees.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Distressed Dog Rescued From Hot Car Adopted By One Of The Responding NYPD Officers
"This pup will never be neglected again!"
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
NYC Firefighters Save Dog Thrown From Bridge Into Harlem River | Daily Paws
Nobody is sure who threw the brown and white pit bull mix into the Harlem river, but fact action from a good Samaritan and the FDNY's water crew helped save the sweet pup.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Animal rescue groups across the U.S. band together to rescue 4,000 beagles
A federal judge ordered thousands of dogs to be rehomed from a Virginia research facility after several inspections revealed poor conditions. Animal rescue groups are working to do just that.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Tennessee Trooper Saves a Dog From the Heat, Then Adopts Her
From trooper to dog dad, and all it took was an umbrella and some Little Debbie.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Rescue Pug Goes Viral For Her ‘Dramatic’ Reaction To Landing In Canada
Molly had no idea what was going on, but she was finally free!
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
How South Carolina Firefighters Rescued 8 Puppies From a Burning Building
They were underneath a burning storage shed, but two of them have already been adopted just a few days later.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Dynamic duo: Phoenix area animal rescue takes in inseparable pig and puppy
It's not likely that you have seen this: a pig and a puppy can't be separated, and thanks to an animal rescue in the Phoenix area, they don't have to be. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
This Kentucky Photographer Takes Heartwarming Photos of Pets Looking for a Forever Home
Every dog and cat deserves their own glamour shots!
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Pit Bull Puppy Rescued From Debris Fire Finds Forever Home With Firefighter
Firefighter Mike Thawley now has two doggos, both foster fails!
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Adoptable Pets Of The Week In Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Area
Animal rescue organizations in your area put these pets up for adoption over the past week.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Watch as Adorable Chaos Ensues When 57 Labrador Puppies Arrive at Wales Shelter
Wagging tails? Check. Looking adorable? Check? Diving head-first into a toy bin? CHECK.
Pets & Animals | Interesting Animal Stories
Outdoor Cats Explore The Inside Of A House For The First Time
Their new living space even includes photos of the cats hanging on the walls.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
L.A. Animal Services to Reduces Adoption Fees for Larger Dogs thru Oct. 18 | KFI AM 640
Los Angeles Animal Services began offering discounted adoption fees for its “larger breeds'' of dogs starting today thru Oct. 18.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Jon Hamm Adopts Dog Who Was Returned to the Rescue Shelter Twice
I Stand With my Pack announced that the actor and "Mad Men" star had adopted a dog named Splash, who was returned to the shelter twice.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Two Dogs Rescued From Brownsville, Texas, Parking Lot - The Dodo
Two dogs were found as strays in a fast food restaurant parking lot in Brownsville, Texas, and rescued by Animal Aid Brigade in Houston.
Pets & Animals | Dogs & Other Animals
5 Ways You Can Support Your Local Animal Shelters | Mental Floss
Whether or not you're ready to commit to adding a new member to your family, there are plenty of ways to support shelters on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.
Pets & Animals | pets and animals
Cecile Richards Pitches Adoption for Pets to Save Them from Death
Departing Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richards posted a tweet in support of adopting pets from a rescue shelter.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Can You Guess the Breeds that Make Up These Adorable Dogs?
One of the joys of adopting a mixed breed dog is getting a bit of the best of several different kinds of canines. Except it isn’t always easy to sort out what’s what.
News | Animal Links
Los Angeles Permanently Bans Sale of Non-Rescue Cats, Dogs, & Rabbits
The city of LA has banned the commercial sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits to reduce the number of strays and euthanized animals.
News | Animal Links
American Tortoise Rescue
American Tortoise Rescue is a nonprofit organization established 20 years ago for the protection of all species of tortoise and turtle.
