As Prue, a rescuer from Mission Pawsible, drove down a busy road, something strange caught her eye. She noticed a bag tossed from a car that, as traffic passed, flew open to reveal a tiny puppy inside. Trusting her instincts, Prue pulled over and rushed to help. The Rescue Prue stepped out and saw the … Read more
A dog named Simon was discovered wandering around Kansas City, Missouri—but he wasn’t an ordinary stray. When Simon arrived at KC Pet Project, a Kansas City animal shelter, he looked like he had six legs due to his severely matted fur. Much-Needed Haircut Upon arrival, Simon was immediately taken to the clinic to address his … Read more
Rescuing a dog from the streets is an incredibly noble act. However, while shelters provide a better environment, it often marks just the beginning of a dog’s journey, not the end. Many still need to find a permanent home, which can be a challenge for shelter staff. Sometimes, dogs remain in shelters for six months … Read more
Dogs with disabilities often face unfair judgment, though their resilience and capacity for love remain unwavering. Every one of them deserves a loving home with a family who will care for them unconditionally. In this story, we meet Moose, a dog missing part of his brain who narrowly escaped euthanasia because of his condition. The … Read more
In Bixby, Oklahoma, a peaceful night took a surprising turn when Bonnie Moriarty was startled awake by an unusual noise. At first, she thought her dog and cat had gotten into a scuffle. But what she didn’t expect was an unexpected visitor making its way into her bedroom. Moments later, she was stunned as her … Read more
Being a rescuer is no easy job. Most days, they face the challenge of helping injured or frightened dogs, many of whom have been mistreated. It’s a role that takes a toll not only mentally but physically, as rescuing animals can be demanding work. However, every so often, rescuers encounter a different kind of situation—a … Read more
My heart aches to imagine the sorrow dogs endure when their owners, whom they see as protectors, cruelly abandon them. In an instant, they lose everything—the warmth of home, the safety of belonging, and the love of their humans. Indah, a sweet, courageous mama dog, faced this heartbreak when her owner abandoned her with her … Read more
Sometimes, when you see a stray or abandoned dog on the streets, it’s heartbreaking to notice that some seem to have truly given up on life. They seem to have lost all hope that things might get better. Sadly, I’ve seen this many times. This story is about a hairless dog who was deeply depressed … Read more
Rescue shelter staff have seen their fair share of heartbreaking situations with animals entering their care. Surrendered pups often arrive confused, anxious, or even depressed, but stray dogs are frequently in even worse shape. Abandoned and exposed to the harsh realities of street life, they are often frightened and defensive, requiring extra patience and care … Read more
It’s hard to put into words the fate of a dog abandoned by its family. The feelings of abandonment, distrust, and sadness are profound, and only rescuers truly understand the heartbreak these animals endure. One such story comes from Texas, where a compassionate rescuer witnessed the heartbreaking story of a dog left behind. After being … Read more