At Big Barker, we believe every dog deserves comfort, especially those like Jenna, who are on a special journey to become service dogs. Recently, we had the privilege of donating one of our orthopedic beds to Jenna, a 14-month-old Labrador...
Shannon Boggs and her husband were watching TV while home in Virginia when suddenly their dog, Spy, came to alert them. Spy is a Service Dog trained to alert them of their daughter's condition who has Type-1 Diabetes. The dog...
Mariesa and Chris Hughes first saw Moses at the Seminole County Animal Shelter years ago. Little did they know the impact this sweet dog would have on not just their lives, but hundreds of dogs to come. Moses was a senior...
A pink, wrinkly puppy was rescued by the Friends of Marshall Animal Shelter (FMAS) earlier this year from dangerous conditions. The dog, later named Duncan, arrived at the shelter in serious pain. His skin was covered head to toe in scabs...
Hank, a three-year-old German Shepherd, is being recognized for the impact he has had on the life of ten-year-old Harrison Brimner. Harrison, who lives in Aliquippa, PA, has autism and Hank assists him with a variety of tasks throughout the...
Working in professional sports can put a strain on one's mental and physical health, but that's where Bailey, a 23-month Mini Bernedoodle, comes in! This black and white dog is the NBA's only trained and registered emotional support dog...
Texas-based non-profit, Off The Grid Animal Sanctuary, has focused on the rehabilitation of animals of all sizes for years. Specifically, they hone in on making sure their animals feel safe and cared for. Just a few days ago, a visitor...
Officer Kristine Rzewnicki, of the Leesburg Police in Virginia, has made a impact on her department after discovering the Thin Line Service Dogs nonprofit this past summer. They had always wanted to create a wellness program for the department, and this presented an...
It was a calm Saturday morning when Amanda Turner and her husband were suddenly awoken by their dog. Axel, a one-year-old border collie, bounced wildly on their bed insisting they got up. “He was pawing me more than normal to get...
A United Kingdom shelter has made headlines for rescuing a puppy born with six legs among other anomalies! Greenacres Rescue at the Ebbs Acres Farm in Pembrokeshire was called after they found the female spaniel had six legs and was...
Thea Chase went missing from her home in Michigan and was found by authorities asleep on one of her two dogs nearly four hours later. “She laid down and used one of the dogs as a pillow, and the other dog...
After two long years, the wait is finally over! Kimmy Gibbler, a four year old pit bull mix, who broke the record for the longest stay at a shelter in Michigan, has officially been adopted! The Humane Society of...
The 18th Annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon was held this past Sunday on the shores of Del Mar, California. The competition benefits the Helen Woodward Animal Center, which raises money for orphaned pets. 50 surFURs competed throughout the duration of the...
LifeLine Animal Project, an Atlanta based animal shelter, wrote an incredibly compassionate message to a dog owner, who left their dog Milo at their shelter. On August 25th, the shelter shared photos of Milo and the note that was left...
Niq, an sweet Chihuahua stray, was unfortunately the victim of an attack by a pack of animals. To escape, the injured dog ran and hid under a nearby vehicle, not letting anyone go near him. Neighbors saw him under there,...
Ward the Wonder Dog is defying all odds, after he was left paralyzed from the waist down by a hit-and-run, and is now able to wag his tail again. McKamey Animal Center from Chattanooga, Tennessee received a call from someone who...
Molson is a beautiful, lovable Golden Retriever with the most adorable best friend, a stuffed dog name Kelsie! He has carried it with him almost everywhere with him for the past two years. His owners, the Deverys, saw his attachment...
Snoopy, an adorable senior pup, is catching the hearts of people around the country after spending almost two years at the Benton-Frank Humane Society (BFHS). Snoopy suffers from Cushing's disease, and thus he has yet to find a family willing to...
Bonnie, a two year old meat trade survivor has a new appreciation for life after being saved from a slaughterhouse by The Big 3 Rescue. After only one month in a foster home, she appears like a 'new' dog. The...
This week we are thrilled to bring you the amazing story of Trevor and his service dog, Gamma. Keep reading to hear one of the most touching stories you will ever read! "My name is Trevor Wachsman, I am fourty-one...
Army Veteran Christy Gardner lost both of her legs while on duty. She struggled with feeling "useless" after her service, but after being saved by a service dog, she has found a new purpose in life. She now works to...
