Good Dogs

Rescue Pup Finally Gets Goodbye Party She's Been Waiting For
Every rescue dog has a unique story, but Elle’s journey is one of hope, resilience, and the impact of unwavering love. After spending nearly 1,400 days at Austin Pets Alive! (APA!), Elle finally got her much-deserved happily ever after—a moment...
A Joyous Reunion Between a Lost Dog and Her Mom
Sometimes, fate has a way of bringing loved ones back together, even when all hope seems lost. This was beautifully demonstrated in a heartfelt moment at the City of San Antonio Animal Care Services, where a stray dog named Coco...
Rescue Dog Saves Family from Fire Weeks After Adoption
Sometimes, the universe brings the perfect companion into our lives when we least expect it. For Gabby Bannon and her family, this turned out to be true in the most remarkable way when their recently adopted dog, Rusty, saved their...
Foster Kittens Help Rescue Dog Overcome His Fears
Four years ago, Claudia Papp took a leap of faith when she decided to foster a dog named Chapo from Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue. Rescued from an abusive situation, Chapo was left on a shelter’s euthanasia list before...
Heroic Dog Searches for Help to Save Their Owner
In a heartwarming twist of fate, a dog named Gita recently showcased the incredible loyalty and bravery that our four-legged friends are capable of. Last week, Deputy Wright of the Stevens County Sheriff’s Office, was patrolling a forest-lined road when...
Cow Won't Go Anywhere Without His Dog 'Bodyguards'
Meet Nimai, a resilient baby cow whose journey to happiness began when he was just a day old. Rescued from a neglectful situation, Nimai found a new home at Happy Compromise Farm + Sanctuary in New York, a haven dedicated...
A Heartwarming Reunion Between a Patient and His Beloved Dog
In late August, 73-year-old Valdir Zabel found himself battling pneumonia in a Brazilian hospital. The physical toll of the illness was compounded by an emotional struggle—he was separated from his loyal companion, Preta, a dog he had rescued years earlier....
Rescued Pup Turns Into Kitten’s Hero Mom
In a world brimming with heartwarming stories of animal heroism and kindness, the bond between Mocha, a resilient rescued dog, and Grogu, an orphaned kitten, stands out as a beacon of pure, unselfish love. This touching saga began in October...
Rescue Dog Finds Forever Home After 1,263 Days
For many shelter dogs, the journey to finding a forever home can be a long and winding road. Few stories, however, capture the essence of perseverance quite like that of Noel, a resilient pit bull mix who recently ended her...
Celebrate International Assistance Dog Week with Forest and Ashton
Hi, I’m Ashton and in recognition of International Assistance Dog Week (August 4-10, 2024), which highlights the invaluable role of service dogs in supporting people with disabilities, I’m so excited to share about my amazing service dog, Forest. Forest is...
Senior Dog Refuses to Slow Down Her Zoomies Even in a Wheelchair
Scooty the dog was very young when she lost the use of her back legs after being hit by a car. Despite her disability, she is still a very energetic dog. Scooty was adopted by her mom, Erica Loring, back...
Professional Good Boy Loses His Mind At His Retirement Party
Meet Messi, an eight-year-old Labrador retriever, whose tenure as a professional Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agent at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has been nothing short of remarkable.Since his first day on the job, Messi found purpose and joy in...
Norm's Journey: From Puppy Mill to Hopeful Recovery
Once upon a time, in the heart of Pennsylvania's Amish country, there lived a sweet and resilient pup named Norm. Norm wasn't your average dog; he had a story that spoke of resilience, love, and the power of second chances.Norm,...
Paws of Honor: K9 Dani
In the world of service, there are unsung heroes who often go unrecognized for their bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice. Among these heroes are the military and law enforcement K9s, whose unwavering dedication and service play a vital role in protecting...
From Service to Retirement: The Story of Bartles, A True K9 Hero
Meet K9 Bartles the Dutch Shepherd, born Jan 11, 2014. He's been with Sgt S. Christian since 2017. Since his 1st handler was former military, he was also trained as a Service Dog, which makes him very gentle with people and other...
Reggie's Road to Recovery
Reggie, a 10-year-old American Labrador mix, has been through quite the ordeal. Reggie's journey began when he admitted to the MedVet Emergency Department on January 31. Initially thought to have a laceration, further examination revealed the true nature of his injury—a...
Supporting Jenna: A Journey of Resilience and Community
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...
Medical Alert Dog Saves Young Girl
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...
Two-Legged Therapy Dogs Provide Hope to Recent Amputees
Domenick Scudera is well known around the hallways of Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital. Almost every week, he brings one of his three Therapy Dogs to support the patients there. Cyrus, Lucky, and Deuce all only have two legs and provide hope to...
Dog is Full of Joy While Mom Fills Out Adoption Papers
When a dog was found wandering the streets of Florida, her history was a mystery to the shelter she arrived at. She was soon named Luna by the staff at Walton County Animal Services.  After just eleven days at the shelter,...
Couple Saves Over 300 Dogs to Honor Their 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...