At only four months old, a hound puppy named Copper has already seen the worst of the world. This sweet boy was taken in by Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida, and it was obvious he needed help. His two front paws were painfully swollen, and his ribs showed after what must have been weeks
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If you have decided not to buy your next dog from a pet shop or breeder, this category provides the information you need to navigate the complex and rewarding process of adopting an animal. Learn about the organizations and programs that offer adoption services. Familiarize yourself with the facts you should consider when adopting a shelter/rescue animal. You will even find information on programs for specific breeds of dogs. This category of Barkspot is a must for anyone looking to give a displaced dog a new home with a loving family.
I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with a big sloppy kiss from a lovable rescue dog. This month is all about the love, and the cuties waiting for homes at Brandywine Valley SPCA are dressed for the occasion. As Pennsylvania’s first no kill, open admission animal shelter, BVSPCA is
Niagara SPCA in upper New York recently welcomed a new member into their family of rescue dogs. A good Samaritan found Yukon huddled and freezing in the Love Canal area of Niagara Falls. Thought to be a Husky, the obviously neglected dog had patches of missing fur and frostbite on his paws. No one knows
After Super Bowl champion Derrick Nnadi stepped up to pay the adoption fees for dogs in Kansas City, Coors Light decided to join the party. The big brewing company announced on Tuesday that they’re joining the effort to help rescue dogs find new homes. From now until February 21, Coors Light will reimburse adopters up
Two terrier-mix puppies named Star and Denver are stealing hearts everywhere they go. The three-month-old siblings are undeniably cute, but their story isn’t only about their good looks. The female puppy, Star, is both blind and deaf. Her disabilities will lead to life challenges, but her brother, Denver, has decided to do something about it.
With so many rescue dogs in shelters and not enough space to go around, shelters across the country are thinking up creative ways to attract new adopters. Manatee County Animal Services in Florida got the bright idea to combine their shelter pets with one of America’s favorite past times–beer. They partnered with MotorWorks Brewing to
Girard Borough Police Officer Nick Spurgeon says he cares about animals as if they were his children. He treats his dog named Louie with love and respect, and he has a special place in his heart for rescue dogs. So when he responded to a call about a hurt pit bull puppy, he knew right
After an epic Super Bowl comeback, the Kansas City Chiefs took to the field to celebrate their momentous win. The new champions hugged and cheered, but that’s not all they did to commemorate their achievement. Chiefs’ defensive tackle, Derrick Nnadi, used the opportunity to send an important message about animal welfare. He paid the adoption
Bo isn’t exactly your average rescue dog. Weighing in at an impressive 150 pounds, this Mastiff and Akita mix has a special skill. He knows his basic commands, like “sit” and “paw,” but his real showstopper is a little more…unique. Bo used his talents as a window washer to make a name for himself at
Last month, the discovery of a rescue puppy with a tail growing out of his forehead threw the Internet into a frenzy. The adorable unicorn puppy was taken in by Mac’s Mission, an animal rescue group in Missouri that focuses on dogs with special needs. They named him “Narwhal the Little Magical Furry Unicorn,” and
UPDATE: Chesterfield County Animal Shelter has announced ALL dogs have made it home for the holidays!! There’s no place like home for the holidays, and one Virginia police officer wants every adoptable dog to feel that Christmas spirit. There are only three dogs left at Chesterfield County Animal Shelter, and Colonel Jeffrey Katz has generously
Muttville Senior Dog Rescue in San Francisco, CA takes in over one thousand senior dogs every year. They do everything they can for each of those individual lives, and one of those special dogs is Watson. Surrendered to the shelter after his owner passed away, this English Mastiff found himself in a difficult situation. Thanks












