Australian Shepherds are full of surprises. Their name makes it sound like they came from Australia, but the breed’s story took shape on American ranches. Basque shepherds heading West brought tough, capable herding dogs that had come through Australia. In wide-open pasture, those dogs proved smart, gritty, and steady on sheep. Ranchers started calling them “Aussies,” and the nickname stuck. An Aussie is always watching and thinking. These dogs notice everything! The Australi

A female bottlenose dolphin stranded in a shallow lagoon in Bluffton, South Carolina has been safely rescued and returned to her natural habitat, thanks to a coordinated effort involving marine biologists, local firefighters, and a few helpful neighbors.

On the evening of June 17, 2025, in Bladen County, North Carolina, a curious dog named Koopa got his head stuck in a tire, prompting a coordinated rescue involving local firefighters, EMS personnel, and veterinary staff.

A happy dog enjoys the safety Washington State's new animal cruelty law is meant to protect. Photo by Justin Veenema on Unsplash...

On the morning of May 9, 2025 Pennsylvania State Senator Frank Farry was driving to the Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association convention in Bethlehem when a strange noise coming from under the hood of his SUV made him pull over in Middletown Township.

HB 217 makes selling puppies in public spaces illegal across Georgia. Photo by Steve Sewell on Unsplash Georgia has outlawed the roadside...

An overnight search in Denver concluded in early May 2025 when Daisy, a missing dog, was rescued from a 20-foot-high ledge beneath a...

Minnesota lawmakers are considering legislation that would ban the elective declawing of cats, positioning the state to follow New York and Maryland in restricting the controversial procedure. The proposals, filed as SF 1935 and HF 1857, would permit declawing only when deemed medically necessary to treat illness or injury.

Dental disease is one of the most common health problems in cats, yet it often goes unnoticed until it becomes severe.

Observed annually on February 20, National Love Your Pet Day celebrates the loving bond between humans and their animal companions.

A mail carrier in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, sprang into action to save an adult male Rottweiler trapped in an icy creek. Steve Mull, a U

On January 22, NYC Second Chance Rescue responded to a call from a foster parent who had discovered a severely malnourished puppy

On January 8th, 2025, Philozoia Animal Rescue , located in Santa Monica, found itself directly in the path of the Palisades fire . The...

Ribbet, a resilient Labrador Retriever puppy, enjoys his toys while recovering after losing both eyes in a dog attack. (Photo: Second...

Durham County Sheriff's Office Animal Services  deputies rescued a coyote with its head trapped in a plastic jar after several days of...

World Kindness Day reminds us of the invaluable lessons our dogs teach us daily about love, compassion, and connection. Our furry friends...

Do you need a cheerful story to brighten your Tuesday? Read the tale of a canine rescue that happened earlier this year. A courageous...

October is Pit Bull Awareness Month. This month challenges us to look beyond stereotypes and appreciate the love and companionship that...

Photo by Artiom Vallat on Unsplash While walking through our neighborhoods, it's common to see cats outdoors. Some of these cats are...