Our rescue corner highlights the incredible journeys of animals in need as they find love, safety, and forever homes.
Establishments like circuses that use wild animals for entertainment are by far the cruelest things that exist. Depriving wild animals from their natural habitat and freedom for the sole purpose of entertaining humans is a concept that makes my blood boil. Unfortunately, even to this day such establishments still operate and capture wild animals. Few…
People abandon animals every day, but sadly, with these extremely high temperatures, such animals don’t have much time if they don’t receive the help they need. Fortunately, a recent event in Kansas ended happily as the police officers wasted no time in reacting and saving animals in desperate need of help. On a scorching day,…
Animal rescue work can be really tough sometimes, but you still can learn a few things. You see the bad things people do, but you also see how strong animals can be. There’s this one story about a dog named Chunk, a name that fits him perfectly because of how he looked before he was…
When construction workers clocked in for duty on that fateful day, little did they know they would soon become heroes. The construction site they were working on was muddy, cold, and full of water. These conditions were harsh even for humans – let alone for a tiny lost puppy. One of the construction workers noticed…
A compassionate woman named Mona from Sacramento, California, recently encountered a rather unusual guest in her yard. Believe it or not, one ordinary day, her neighbor called to alert her about a hawk that had fallen off a tree and landed in her yard. According to him, the poor bird appeared wounded, unable to fly…
The euthanasia of pets is one of those topics in the animal world that people have mixed opinions about. Some argue that it is humane to euthanize animals born with severe disabilities, while others claim that every life deserves a chance. The noble vet who’s at the heart of today’s story definitely falls into the…
What started as a regular workday quickly turned into an unexpected rescue mission for one UPS driver in Illinois. While making his deliveries, Barry heard an unusual noise coming from the back of his truck. At first, he brushed it off, thinking it just a bunch of boxes rattling around. However, when the sound persisted,…
These are challenging times, and lots of people are having to make tough decisions. Sadly, some of those decisions are negatively affecting our beloved pets: dogs are being left at shelters or abandoned on the streets more and more. Shelters everywhere are full of pets that have been given up or left behind. Some of…
Over the years, I’ve come across heartbreaking cases of abandoned dogs—left on the roadside, tied up with no way to escape, or cruelly discarded in boxes. But nothing quite prepared me for a case like this—where a litter of puppies was stuffed inside a plastic container, barely able to move or breathe. This devastating story…
Driving through a wooded area in Fort Wayne, Indiana, tow truck driver Andrew never expected to stumble upon something that would stop him in his tracks. As he made his way down the road, a tiny face peeked out from the sticks and mud, barely visible at first glance. Something about the sight made him…
Most people expect their morning drive to be uneventful—but for Malissa Sergent Lewis, that wasn’t the case. Her routine commute turned into a rescue mission she never could have anticipated. Running late for work, Malissa decided to take a different route through the back roads of Harlan, Kentucky. Little did she know, this small decision…
Duane Hook, a dedicated cat rescuer from Columbus, recently faced a rescue situation that would not only save a life but also capture the hearts of thousands. It’s one of those stories that shows how a little kindness can go a long way and spark something big. Here’s how it all went down. Duane made…
Wild animal moms work day and night to provide a safe place for their babies. With dangerous predators lurking from behind every corner, these moms constantly worry about the well-being of their babies. Today’s story is about such a hard-working fox mom, who found an unusual place to hide her babies from the dangers around…
Let’s be real, going out to your back deck for some fresh air shouldn’t mean coming face to face with a 400-pound bear. But that’s exactly what happened to a family in Pagosa Springs, Colorado recently. What a way to start the day! Just picture it: you go out with your morning coffee, ready to…
It was just a regular day for Craig McGettrick and his coworker, but little did they know they were about to stumble upon something truly special. While cleaning up a garden, they found an old mattress that hid a delightful surprise – five tiny puppies, abandoned and alone, waiting for someone to rescue them. They…
Donna has seen all kinds of rescues during her time at Stray Rescue of St. Louis. Some were heartbreaking, others joyful, but this one has left a lasting mark on her heart. She moved carefully through the abandoned house and listened for any small sounds, hoping to catch a glimpse of the furry family she’d…
People were stunned by the recent events in Norman, Oklahoma. It all began when a woman named Robin Strader spotted something unusual in the middle of the busy highway. As she approached, she was shocked to discover a frightened donkey wandering alone. Realizing the danger for both the donkey and drivers, Robin quickly pulled over…
It was just a routine day on the road when a driver cruising down the road at about 55 miles per hour, accidentally hit a hawk. The poor bird got stuck in the front grille of the car, and it looked like there was no way it could survive. But surprisingly, the hawk was still…
Every day, animals suffer from cruelty that no living being should have to endure. Many are subjected to horrific treatment, waiting for a fate they don’t deserve. Thankfully, there are compassionate people out there who refuse to ignore this pain and work tirelessly to rescue these innocent souls. One day, a group of volunteers spotted…
A couple of days ago, a devoted rescue group was informed about an innocent puppy named Korzhik who was left homeless. According to the sources, after his owners divorced and moved out of their family home, neither was willing to take responsibility for the innocent pup. Instead of taking him to a shelter, they abandoned…
Hedgehogs’ spiky quills are their best-known feature. It looks like an amazing hairdo, but it actually serves a greater purpose. Their quills are the defensive mechanism that keeps them safe from all the predators in nature. So when the Animal Rescue League from Iowa was informed about a ‘naked’ hedgehog they immediately stepped in to…
Some people treat animals with such brutality, no matter their size. Not even elephants, the land’s largest animals, get to escape the cruelty of man. Joy, the elephant featured in today’s story, can attest to this harsh reality. For 31 years, she was shackled and forced to work in the logging industry, pulling trees from…
As we all know, fate never seems to work in favor of our stray canine friends. Millions of dogs all around the world who unfortunately have no home of their own are forced to endure the hardships of street life. However, occasionally, fate smiles upon these dogs when a kind-hearted rescuer steps in, offering them…