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On National Brown Dog Day, Focus on What Matters — Literally
Week after week, potential adopters scroll past the rescue brown and black dogs posted online. At the shelter, visitors walk past kennels with no kennel cards displaying engaging photos that would make them stop and take a second look.
Wendy Kaplar
Feb 2


Happy National Australian Shepherd Day!
Australian Shepherds did not originate in Australia. The breed was shaped in the American West by ranchers who needed dogs that could handle long days, rough terrain, and large flocks. In the nineteenth century, ranchers imported sheep from Australia, and the dogs that came with those flocks may have influenced the name. The herding dogs bred on American soil proved themselves in the field and gradually became known as Australian Shepherds. These dogs wake up ready for action
Wendy Kaplar
Jan 9


Rescuers Free Koopa From Tire in Bladen County, NC
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.
Wendy Kaplar
Jul 8, 2025


Georgia Says Goodbye to Parking Lot Pet Peddlers with Passage of HB 217
HB 217 makes selling puppies in public spaces illegal across Georgia. Photo by Steve Sewell on Unsplash Georgia has outlawed the roadside...
Wendy Kaplar
May 22, 2025


Denver Crews Rescue Daisy From Ledge
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...
Wendy Kaplar
May 19, 2025


The History and Science Behind National Love Your Pet Day
Observed annually on February 20, National Love Your Pet Day celebrates the loving bond between humans and their animal companions.
Wendy Kaplar
Feb 20, 2025


Mail Carrier Safely Delivers Rottweiler
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
Wendy Kaplar
Jan 29, 2025


Baby Gina the Puppy Saved From Near Death
On January 22, NYC Second Chance Rescue responded to a call from a foster parent who had discovered a severely malnourished puppy
Wendy Kaplar
Jan 26, 2025


Sweet Ribbet's Second Chance
Ribbet, a resilient Labrador Retriever puppy, enjoys his toys while recovering after losing both eyes in a dog attack. (Photo: Second...
Wendy Kaplar
Jan 7, 2025


Celebrate World Kindness Day with Dog-Inspired Acts of Love
World Kindness Day reminds us of the invaluable lessons our dogs teach us daily about love, compassion, and connection. Our furry friends...
Wendy Kaplar
Nov 13, 2024


A Happy "Tail": Loyal Newfoundland Rescues Beloved Golden Retriever Friend
Do you need a cheerful story to brighten your Tuesday? Read the tale of a canine rescue that happened earlier this year. A courageous...
Wendy Kaplar
Oct 22, 2024


Pit Bull Awareness Month
October is Pit Bull Awareness Month. This month challenges us to look beyond stereotypes and appreciate the love and companionship that...
Wendy Kaplar
Oct 15, 2024
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