Scruffy – a Rescue Pet Story
Hello!! My Name is Scruffy I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. I was born in Rowan County in North Carolina. My litter mates and I were picked up off the streets by Animal Control in … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Rescue Pet Stories
“Just to Look”
by Lynn Katz It was a rainy, raw, boring, March day. My daughter, Johanna, was home from college for her semester break. We wanted to go to the movies but couldn’t agree on a film. “Let’s visit the Connecticut Humane … Continue reading →
Twice as Nice – The Case for Adopting Bonded Pairs
by Linda Lach It’s exciting to walk into a rescue shelter in the hopes of adopting a dog. It’s even more exciting to walk out with two dogs. When my husband and I were ready to adopt a dog in … Continue reading →
The Story of Millie and Pumpkin
by Contributing Writer, Laura Tarquinio As always, I did not choose my shelter pets, they chose me. It had been a year since my big, funny, boy, George had passed, and I needed to be rescued. Caring Fields Felines has … Continue reading →
Misty’s Pals – Pet Therapy for Humans
Therapy dogs (pets) are trained to provide comfort and affection to people in hospice, disaster areas, hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and more. Service dogs (and horses) are trained to help people with disabilities, such as visual impairments, mental illnesses, diabetes, … Continue reading →
International Homeless Animals Day
International Homeless Animals Day August 20, 2022 (Fun for the family, friends, and the shelter animals will love it too!) Dogust 1st has come and gone. If you are not aware of the significance of that date, it’s the … Continue reading →
Norman: A Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Mix – This Week’s Rescue Pet Story
by Caroline Mitchell, Contributing Editor Hi, I’m Norman, a miniature pinscher chihuahua mix. I love playing with my buddy, and long walks on the beach. I love licking the inside of other dogs’ mouths because the flavor tastes good. I … Continue reading →
I Rescued a Human Today by Janine Allen
by Janine Allen I rescued a human today. Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not … Continue reading →
Mutts Gone Nuts
It has been said many times before, “You can’t buy love. But you can rescue it.” Loveable pets have been adopted from shelters and many more will be adopted. Rescue dogs are known for being fiercely loyal and no one … Continue reading →