Shelter Spotlights
Shelters waive adoption fees
This month, Ventura County Animal Services and other shelters are waiving adoption fees to help dogs and cats find loving homes, part of the annual Clear the Shelters campaign.
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Dog Stories
Adoption days, foster journeys, training wins, and the moments that make rescue worth it — stories about puppies, young dogs, and adult dogs from shelters and rescues.
Happy Adoptions
Clear the Shelters | Adoptable pets at Marion County Animal Services
Marion County Animal Services is spotlighting several adoptable pets, including Dwight, a curious four-month-old kitten, and Okapi, a 2-year-old dog, as part of their Clear the Shelters initiative.
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Happy Adoptions
Kenosha.com’s Pet of the Week: Chaos
Chaos, a 7-month-old dog at the Wisconsin Humane Society Kenosha Campus, is eager to find his forever home. With his energetic personality and readiness to learn, he's a perfect match for families ready to adopt.
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Happy Adoptions
Meet Toot, our Adoptable Pet of the Week in Greater Portland
Toot, a 5-year-old Labrador retriever, is this week's featured adoptable pet in Greater Portland, ready to bring joy and companionship to a loving family.
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Happy Adoptions
Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Meet bashful babies with fee-waived adoptions before Clear the Shelter weekend
The Lawrence Humane Society is hosting a special weekend event to help dogs and cats find their forever homes, with waived adoption fees for many animals.
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Happy Adoptions
Clear the Shelters | Adoptable pets at the Sumter County Animal Shelter
Sumter County Animal Shelter is spotlighting adoptable pets, including Acadia, a friendly 4-year-old dog, and Texas, a spirited 2-year-old tripod, as part of their Clear the Shelters initiative.
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Shelter Spotlights
Concerns about the New World screwworm have put Texas pet adoptions on hold
The New World screwworm outbreak in Texas has disrupted pet adoptions, highlighting the challenges shelters face in finding homes for animals.
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Fun Dog Stories
From rescue to rescuer: How a 2-year-old dog is helping patients heal at Great Plains Health
A 2-year-old rescue dog is now a rescuer, aiding patients in their healing journey at Great Plains Health, showcasing the profound impact of rescue dogs.
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Happy Adoptions
Taunton shelter seeks home for affectionate dog Rena
Meet Rena, a 5-year-old American Staffordshire terrier mix at Taunton Animal Shelter, who is eagerly awaiting a loving family to share her playful and affectionate nature.
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Reunited Dogs
Dog Loses Her Owner to a Coma Then Waits a Year for Their Impossible Reunion
Haze, a young dog, waited patiently at the San Diego Humane Society for a year until her owner, Ana, recovered from a coma and found her again, showcasing the power of patience and the miracles that can happen in rescue journeys.
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Shelter Spotlights
‘We’re already full’: Louisville Metro Animal Services on rescue of over 30 dogs
Louisville Metro Animal Services urgently needs fosters and adopters as they rescued over 30 dogs, including newborns, from an unsanitary home, reaching full capacity.
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Foster Stories
Meet Reggie Dolittle: The Young Puppy Growing Up in Rescue Care
Reggie Dolittle, a young puppy, is thriving in rescue care, showcasing the impact of dedicated foster homes on a dog's journey to a forever home.
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