Earlier in April, Shawnesse Jackson’s son told her about a stray puppy who needed help. A volunteer for a rescue group, she hadn’t intended to foster, having three dogs of her own already. But when no one else was able to help, her family opened their home to the starving, sick pup. “This is Bart…
Dogs who are rescued never forget the humans who saved them. We are highlighting heartwarming stories of dogs saved from dire situations and then cherished as invaluable family members. When an estranged relative asked Jane Ballard if she would be willing to take their elderly Chihuahua, Jane could not refuse. For Jane, her home’s motto…
A smart shelter dog named Squeaky, who was the Internet star of a viral video that showed her sneaking herself out of her kennel, was eventually adopted but only after months of waiting. Staff at the Great Plains SPCA in Kansas City, Missouri kept finding Squeaky outside of her kennel. They decided to use a…
Regardless of when, where or how these dogs were welcomed into these families, these heartwarming ‘Then and Now’ photos demonstrate that these humans know that dogs are family for life. Submitted by members of our Dogs Are Family community, these wonderful pictures show how precious the time we spend with our dogs are. “We adopted…
These photos of humans mimicking their dogs show there’s no one better to share a laugh with than with your fur friends. Whether you are enjoying playtime or just relaxing on the couch, dogs always can make you smile. Doug and Trina ~ Submitted by Trina Lily and Sarah. “Can you tell we’re related? ~…
When the employees spotted a small bedraggled dog outside of an office they were prompted to act. Mike Taylor shared their story with DogHeirs: “Our office found this little girl outside. The vet said her matted hair was 6 months old. Look at the difference one trip to the groomers makes,” Mike Taylor told DogHeirs….
When Tasha was found by animal welfare rescuers, she was tied up in a decrepit barn and exposed to the scorching sun in Malta all day. Neglected and abused, Tasha would prove to be a challenge for her new guardian, dog trainer Darren Alexander. Darren trains and works with dogs in both narcotic and explosive detection…
Persia the Pit Bull recently visited a dog park with her guardian, ladygrefenberg. But while there, they had a scary encounter with a small dog they had not seen before. ladygrefenberg recounts her story and why she was very grateful for the loving community at the dog park, who came to their aid: “Let me…
Dogs who are rescued never forget the humans who saved them. We are highlighting heartwarming stories of dogs saved from dire situations and then cherished as invaluable family members. “Last night on 2/25/2012, my son was driving home from his friend’s house a little after 10 pm. The road was dark and the only lights…
While out shopping, a couple ended up leaving with more than they had planned – two puppies in desperate need of care. Nicole shares her story of how two German Shorthair Pointers became her first dogs and members of her family: “My girlfriend and I went to Walmart in Mesa, Arizona to gather some items,…
Khaleesi is a Rhodesian Ridgeback with a big heart. Ever since she was introduced to baby Max, the Rhodesian Ridgeback keeps a watchful eye on her little human and loves to be close by his side. Elana Stein shared a few adorable photographs with DogHeirs of Khaleesi and her son, Max. Khaleesi has been a…
Dogs who are rescued never forget the humans who saved them. We are highlighting heartwarming stories of dogs saved from dire situations and then cherished as invaluable family members. Abandoned in a park, Bella was frightened and alone until Jackie Jordan and her family found her. Most unwanted puppies never get a chance to get…
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