Our rescue corner highlights the incredible journeys of animals in need as they find love, safety, and forever homes.
A recent pool party in California ended with a shocking discovery. When the guests gathered around the pool, they had no idea they were about to save an innocent life. However, that was exactly what happened. It’s quite common for small animals like spiders, frogs, or even snakes, to end up in pool filters. But…
It’s really sad to think about how animals suffer when they’re kept in captivity. They used to be wild and free, but being locked up can break their spirits. Karma, a 46-year-old elephant, is a perfect example of this. For almost fifty years, she had to work hard, carrying heavy things through busy streets, living…
A quiet morning at a local dog park took a surprising turn when a passerby discovered a group of abandoned puppies and a heartbreaking note. Let me tell you all about it. One day in Morrisville, Pennsylvania, something unusual caught the eye of a resident – a group of six large puppies romping around a…
When this tiny kitten was born with a unique appearance that set him apart from his siblings, his future seemed bleak. The breeder was ready to put him down simply because he didn’t fit her business goals. How bizarre! Fortunately, every life is precious, and this little kitten’s fate took a beautiful turn thanks to…
Residents of this small village are used to elephants wandering near their homes. These majestic animals come close to villages often in search of food. However, a landowner woke up one morning and was left baffled by the sound coming from his water well. He rushed outside only to find an elephant who fell 30…
Picture a world where everything is quiet. No dogs barking, no happy yelps, and no soothing sounds. This is the life of Blu, a deaf pit bull. She was born into this silent world and has learned to live with amazing strength and skill. In the U.S., about 5-10% of dogs are deaf, which can…
Imagine driving down a road when something small and furry catches your eye. It’s alone, vulnerable, and trembling on the side of the street. Without a second thought, you pull over, right? For many people, especially animal lovers, rescuing a stray is second nature. That’s exactly what one family did, thinking they’d saved a lonely…
As we go about our busy lives, it’s easy to overlook the small, often heart-breaking moments that unfold right before our eyes. One such moment occurred when a tiny puppy lay alone on the busy street, barely moving. He let out soft cries, desperately hoping someone would notice him, someone who could save him. This…
Have you ever heard a story that makes you want to give someone a hug (and maybe the person who neglected them a not-so-friendly hug)? Well, this is one of those. It’s about 51 chickens who went from a terrible situation to a happy life, all thanks to the incredible efforts of Viva Rescue and…
Imagine being left behind as your family packs up and moves away, completely forgetting about you. For one senior cat, this heartbreaking scenario became a reality when his owners abandoned him after moving out of their home. Luckily, a kind neighbor named Alex stepped in to rescue the poor feline. Alex first noticed the 12-year-old…
When kittens come into the world, their mother’s love is everything. It’s their warmth, their safety, and their very first connection. But for one tiny kitten named Warrior, that love was missing when he needed it the most. One morning in Philadelphia, PA, a man noticed a cardboard box on the sidewalk. At first, it…
Imagine driving down a quiet road, the peaceful surroundings suddenly shattered by a giant elk blocking your path. But this isn’t just any elk – it’s clearly distressed, frantically pacing and even seems like it’s ready to attack the cars that pass by. Your heart races as you wonder what could have driven this majestic…
One day, the staff at the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge (RBARI) in Oakland, New Jersey, was getting ready for another busy day. They were used to handling various cases, but nothing could prepare them for what they faced that day. It started like any other morning until a staff member noticed a small box near the…
A groundsman at a resort was carrying out his usual duties when he spotted a peculiar, fuzzy ball drifting in the pool. Initially bewildered, he quickly retrieved the tiny creature and placed her on a nearby deck. He soon realized that the fuzzy ball floating in the pool was a small animal in desperate need…
Sloths, known for their laziness, are one of the most adorable creatures in the animal kingdom. With their puppy-like eyes and long, furry arms, they instantly make me want to cuddle them! Considering how lazy they are and how little they move throughout their lives, you might think these little creatures never get into trouble….
One day, two friends decided to squeeze in some hill runs and enjoy the peaceful landscape. Little did they know that their adventure would lead them to a life-changing moment. As they cruised along the winding roads, something caught their eye – a tiny, trembling pup lying by the roadside. The poor thing was alone,…
Shane and Brittany from Hawaii are experienced divers who love to explore Hawaii’s oceans. The duo spends the majority of their time in the ocean, collecting plastic waste or just admiring the ocean’s wildlife. Recently, Shane found himself in a bizarre situation when a pufferfish decided to ask him for help. Shane and Brittany were…
A couple of days ago, I came across an extraordinary video that I simply must share with you today. It belongs to Whitney Fang, a compassionate animal lover from Dallas and founder of Hearts & Bones Rescue, an amazing non-profit foster-based rescue stationed in both Dallas and New York City. Posted on her TikTok profile,…
Life is full of surprises, and sometimes the most amazing stories start from the simplest situations. For Ariel Poirier, it all began with a regular Facebook post that led her to something unbelievable. While casually scrolling through her feed, she came across a sad story. A neighbor had found a small cage with hermit crabs…
Sometimes, animals end up in the strangest places, wandering off and getting lost far from where they belong. This story is about one of those tiny adventurers – a groundhog who got stuck in a claw machine. At the Meadows Family Fun Center in Pennsylvania, a young girl was enjoying her time in the arcade….
Nothing can measure up to a mother’s love! I truly believe it’s a sentiment shared by the majority of people. The way mothers care for their offspring transcends nationalities, races, cultures – and even species! Some of the greatest examples of motherhood I’ve witnessed are among animals, particularly dogs. They are passionately devoted to their…
It’s shocking how unkind some people can be to animals. Winnie, an adorable little Cocker Spaniel puppy, is a perfect example of this. She was thrown away in a trash bin when she was just a small, helpless pup. I just can’t understand how anyone could abandon a puppy like that. It’s really hard to…
Countless animals find themselves trapped, stuck, or abandoned in perilous situations, often with no way to escape. Tragically, sometimes it’s humans who are responsible for this. Here’s one such story, where eleven cats were cruelly left to fight for their lives in an unbelievable ordeal. One night, a woman strolled through an alley and heard…
Despite the availability of many animal shelters where people can leave their animals when they can no longer care for them, it’s sad that many still choose a crueler way. Just like that, these 4-week-old puppies had to face a grim fate when their family abandoned them in a box on the worst night of…
If you’re a bird parent, you’re well aware of the mischievous nature these little feathered babies have. When I adopted my first parrot, the shelter staff told me it’s like having a toddler with wings – and they were right! If you look away for just one second, they will manage to get themselves into…
Not all Thanksgiving stories are about traditional feasts. In Simi Valley, California, something heartbreaking happened on Thanksgiving Day. A 5-month-old male cub mountain lion was discovered on the side of a road with a severely fractured left leg. Sadly, it was a serious injury, which meant he couldn’t survive alone. But, help came just in…
On a cold and snowy day in Pennsylvania, Christina Eyth stepped outside her home, expecting nothing unusual. But as she glanced down at the freshly fallen snow, something caught her eye—paw prints leading straight to her door. The tracks looked like they belonged to a dog, and the pattern made Christina feel uneasy. Who was…
Scorching summer days can be brutal for stray animals with nowhere to seek relief from the heat. Without shelter, food, or water, survival becomes an uphill battle. One particularly hot day in California, a woman noticed a lone animal lingering on a hillside near her neighborhood. At first, she assumed it was a coyote, but…
Few things are as heartbreaking as seeing an abandoned dog, left to fend for itself. It’s something no animal deserves, yet cruelty still exists in the world. And while any form of abandonment is devastating, there’s something even more horrifying about people discarding newborn puppies—tiny, helpless babies who haven’t even had a chance at life….
Imagine you’re left all by yourself outside on the harsh streets, once winter comes from around the corner. There is no warm place you can hide and you constantly have to think about how to survive. Well, for most stray cats, this is a day-to-day reality. Life as a homeless cat is never easy, especially…