Heartwarming Stories
Heartwarming stories of rescue, loyalty, and love.
When historic floods hit an Indiana shelter, local heroes evacuated 101 dogs. See how iHeartDogs Hero VIP members helped rescue and rebuild.
A shelter adoption event found homes for 203 animals, but one dog named Kenny was left waiting. Discover how this Pit Bull mix finally found his perfect family.
A shelter dog kept getting rejected because he was a Pit Bull. So he made his own bed every day to prove he was a good boy—and it finally worked.
Bella, an 'invisible' shelter dog, waited 1,150 days for adoption. Discover how a special day with a pup cup and photoshoot is helping her finally get noticed.
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman meet adoptable puppies in a chaotic BuzzFeed interview. See how these rescue puppies stole the show and learn how to adopt.
Meet Milo, a 70-pound shelter dog in Fort Lauderdale who thinks he's a lap dog. Learn about his MMM diagnosis, APR's Medical Adoption Program, and how to adopt.
A devoted pup waits by the shelter door for a family that never returns. Discover how patience and kindness led to an astonishing, heartwarming adoption.
Sassy and Blue, two long-term shelter dogs, were returned after adoption. Learn how Thomasville Humane is giving them a second chance and how you can help.
A woman's service dog slipped out, was adopted from a shelter, and the new family won't return him. Learn why microchips and stray-hold laws matter for pet owners.
A 120-pound Bloodhound returned to the shelter four times finally finds his forever home—and the grassy yard he always dreamed of. Read his heartwarming story.
Bruno, a 2-year-old Lab mix, was returned to Pasadena Animal Shelter and is now on the urgent list. Learn how adoption or fostering can give him a second chance.
A shelter adoption event found homes for 203 animals—but one Pit Bull mix named Kenny was left waiting. Discover how social media and the right match changed his life.