Five years ago, Victoria Martinez and her partner, Brian Fair, were walking back from a day at the beach when they decided to cut through the woods. The couple, who were on vacation in Puerto Rico, thought they were in for a pleasant hike — instead, they ended up saving a life. Taíno was all […]
“Shelter’s Surprising Arrival: Dogs with Mysterious Shiny Marks on Their Foreheads Leave Staff Stunned”
When Peanut Butter and Jelly first arrived at Sonoma County Animal Services back in July 2015 as strays, they immediately caught the attention of everyone who laid eyes on them. “Our staff was shocked and confused,” Emma Diemert, shelter supervisor at Sonoma County Animal Services, told The Dodo. “Many of them have been working in […]
“The Vampire Smile: Rescue Dog’s Unique Charm as He Nibbles on Family’s Hearts”
Bre Burger is used to falling in love with special needs dogs. Over the last eight years, she and her wife, Amanda, have adopted multiple pups with disabilities — each just as cherished as the last. But a few months ago, the loving couple was scrolling through social media and instantly froze when they saw […]
“Transformation of a Tiny Shelter Puppy: Unrecognizable After Just a Few Weeks of Love”
As soon as the staff at Austin Animal Center (AAC) met a Chihuahua puppy “named Tiny Tater Tot (TTT), they knew he was special. He had a severe skin issue that made him stand out from the rest, but that’s not all the sweet baby had to offer. As sick as he was, the little guy was […]
“Young Student’s Surprise Discovery: The Mysterious Cries Heard on the Way Home From School”
The other day, a boy in Brazil was walking home from school when he heard something alarming. It was the sound of a dog in distress, crying out for help near a construction site. When the boy scanned the area, however, there wasn’t a dog to be seen. Fortunately, rather than continuing on his way, […]