While fishing on a calm river, Renato Borella and his guide, Neco, were enjoying the tranquility of the moment when something unexpected caught their attention. Up ahead, they saw a black tail splashing wildly near the riverbank, flailing as though the creature was in distress. It was a dog, in desperate need of help! Renato …

One day, a local pet shop owner was taking out the trash, never expecting to make a heartbreaking discovery.  As he approached the trash bin, he heard desperate cries for help, and what he found next truly broke his heart. The shop owner realized that someone was in urgent need of help. Determined to assist, …

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 …

“She was being eaten alive by fleas!” Stray Rescue of St. Louis, Missouri, is, unfortunately, all too familiar with the plight of mistreated and abandoned animals throughout the year. Sadly, the number of neglected animals has risen this year, leaving the staff at SRSL utterly heartbroken. Despite the overwhelming situation, they continue to rescue and …

Many animals across the United States are raised for food and rarely see the light of the day. What’s heartbreaking the most is that some don’t even survive the journey to factory farms, due to long distances, as well as extreme heat or cold.  According to research, more than 20 million animals raised for food …

Have you ever watched a video that just makes your heart feel warm? Well, picture a goat, weak and tired after fighting a tough illness, finally getting back together with his best buddies.  That’s what happened when Rufus, a cherished rescue goat, was reunited with his herd after being apart for over two months. But …

When you look at Joe Boo today, you’d never guess that just a few years ago he looked like he was nearing his end.  His remarkable transformation is a testament to how love for animals can work miracles, turning what once seemed like a ‘beast’ into a beauty.  Joe’s story, along with his before-and-after photos, …

Remember when you were a kid and you lived for those moments when your parents brought you to the local zoo? I could barely wait for the weekend to see all those majestic animals inches away from me.  Recently, a zoo advertised its new and exciting exhibit, featuring a species the zoo has never had …

Holley Muraco is a PhD marine biologist and an assistant research professor at the Mississippi State University with a penchant for all wildlife.  In her free time, she’s also a volunteer at Woodshed Wildlife Rescue, primarily aiding in the rehabilitation of beavers.  Her affection for these charming semiaquatic rodents has led her to become a …

One day in Beaumont, California, a man glanced outside his window and spotted something that made him look twice – a wild bobcat strolling right through his yard. At first, he thought she was just passing by. But then he noticed something small and fluffy hanging from her mouth. His eyes widened as he realized …