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...
Our friend Cole the Deaf Dog has been named the ASPCA "Dog of the Year"! Cole is a Therapy Dog working at Dr. William Mennies School in Vineland, New Jersey. Chris Hannah, a music teacher and Cole's owner, has shared...
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...
At Big Barker, one of our greatest sources of joy is lending support to the dedicated K9 units that protect and serve our local communities day in and day out. Recently, we had the pleasure of giving back to the Middletown Police...
Students at Monticello Middle School have made a new best friend! A Therapy Dog, named Willow Grace, who has been making weekly visits to the school and already making a huge impact. Seventh-grader Hailey says, "Willow is just here to love...
A German Shorthaired Pointer named Mickey, is making a difference in his community every day. Along with his owner Lynn Browne, the pair recently completed training with the First Responder Therapy Dogs organization, based in San Rafael, California. With the training...
Noodle, a four-year-old Service Dog, works extremely hard everyday to keep her mom Jacklyn safe! “She’s one of the most affectionate little creatures,” Jacklyn boasted. Noodle is always on alert for medical emergencies. She is very diligent and only rests when...
A couple and their dog, Ouka, travel the world together in their van and once while staying in the French Alps, they embarked on the adventure of a lifetime! Waking up bright and early, Ouka and his owner prepared for...
Carlton, a Pit bull mix, is being hailed a hero after donating an emergency blood transfusion to another pup in need. Another dog, Breeze, desperately needed a surgery and Carlton came through to help save the day! Despite helping Breeze,...
Kristin and Lina are a Therapy Dog Team who help to make a difference in the lives of others! This month, we were able to speak with Kristin and ask her some questions about the work that she and Lina do!...
