In Tijuana, day in and day out, stray animals suffer. Once they likely belonged to someone, but at some time in their lives, their owners didn’t care, didn’t bother or just threw them away as if they were yesterday’s trash.

An Arizona police officer received a brief suspension, but kept his job, after his K9 partner died inside of a hot patrol vehicle earlier this year. According to multiple sources, Officer Craig Curry, with the Maricopa Police Department, was given a 20-hour suspension for the death of his K9 partner, Ike, who died of heatstroke after being left in a patrol vehicle on a day in June when the temperature climbed to 108-degrees.

Helen was a sad and heartbroken pup who’d spent the majority of her life living in the streets of Romania. Like most stray dogs, Helen’s life lacked any sort of hope as she roughed it out on the harsh streets. But then one day, things took a turn for the better.

An Ohio man has been sentenced to jail time for starving his dog to death in December 2019. As reported by WKBN News, James Antwon Jones was sentenced to 180 days in jail, and three years of probation, for starving his two-year-old pit bull mix to death.

In Sherman Oaks, California, a $10,000 reward had been offered to help find a homeless man’s service dog that disappeared on New Year’s Eve. The dog’s owner, Jimmy Nicholas pleaded with the public to help find “Boots” – his brown Labrador retriever.

At the Lost Angeles Animal Services South, a one-year-old dog’s eyes followed her owner’s departure from the shelter on Tuesday, seemingly begging not to be left behind. Champagne, described as a “Pomsky,” – a canine blend of a Pomeranian and a husky, was scared and heartbroken.

It doesn’t matter what species you are, when you’ve found a true friend, it just feels right. Just look at his Golden Retriever and her stylish feline companion.

There is no friendship cuter than the friendship that exists between a kid and their dog. These friendships are rooted in such fierce love and loyalty, there is no breaking the bonds. They definitely are bonds that will carry on for many years. After all, dogs are great companions for kids – especially those who have special needs.

At the Animal Friends shelter in Pittsburgh, a black Labrador retriever spent 1,134 days in the shelter waiting for a family to find and adopt him. Guess what? Ten-year-old Capone is now home; his adoption was confirmed last week.

In Brooklyn, New York, a sweet older dog named Gus is well-loved around the shelter, however he frequently gets ear infections and becomes an extra expense. This 80-pound lap dog can be seen sitting very close with a volunteer and just soaking up whatever love he can get. Sadly, without our help, Gus will never see tomorrow.

A feel good story out of DuPage County, Illinois, is exactly what the world needs right now. It’s the tale of a dog who disappeared three years ago while her owners were visiting Elk Grove Village…the dog, named Lola, was recently discovered in Glendale Heights and she was taken to the DuPage County Animal Services facility.

Are you longing for heartwarming stories? The saga of a calf, rescued from a slaughterhouse, surely fits the bill. His name is John Lewis Thunderheart, and he resides with Ellie Laks and Jay Weiner, founders of The Gentle Barn, a non-profit animal rescue in in Santa Clarita, California.

There’s nothing like a good homecoming, and this one is no exception. The father in this video has likely spent several months away from his family. When he returns in uniform, his young boy is eager to welcome daddy home.

While out for a walk along the Sheyenne River in Horace, North Dakota, a woman noticed something large and brown sitting on top of a chunk of ice right in the middle of the river. After getting a closer look, she realized that it was a chocolate lab.

There is nothing scarier than watching your dog get attacked by a hidden predator. Unfortunately, that exact scenario played out for one unfortunate dog owner.

Gracie the 6-year-old Pit Bull disappeared from her Chicago home in December 2019 after a houseguest left the front door open. Ever since then, owner Kelly Shade has been trying to find her.

Navy veteran Damian served in the U.S. Navy for 14 years as a Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician. He made the decision to enlist after the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

Two dogs are recovering at Niagara County SPCA after being seized from abusive home. Niagara Falls Police Department responded to an anonymous call about two dogs in a backyard that appeared to be “in rough condition.”

When Shane Koch was only 8 years old, he was diagnosed with Tourette’s Syndrome. He suffers from verbal and physical tics that are out of his control. In an interview with NBC LX, Shane admitted, “The worst part about Tourette’s is bullies and school.”