Stuart spent fourteen long years dreaming of a family, but instead, his best years were lost to the confines of kennels.  He entered Friends of Strays animal shelter in Princeton, Illinois, in 2008, and since then, he has seen the same four walls for over a decade.  After a couple of failed adoptions and returns, … Read more

We have always known that dogs are very brave animals, and that many of them will go to great lengths to protect those they care about the most. However, the situation we will be talking about is different, as it was not about protecting someone else, but himself, and the courage it took to do … Read more

For more than two years, George and Irene’s story was one of survival on the unforgiving streets until a compassionate soul extended a helping hand.  What unfolded next was not just an act of kindness, but a true reminder of what can happen when we start to truly appreciate dogs for what they are – … Read more

Once you become a proud doggo mom or dad, you suddenly start noticing every single pup on the street!  Your life starts revolving around them, and you willingly accept the fact that from now on – you’re a pack member for good! Noah Hais, from Cleveland, Ohio, knew that right from the start, but he … Read more

Saving and making an abandoned animal happy again is truly one of the most beautiful feelings if you have a big heart.  There is nothing bigger for a dog than when you heal the wound inflicted on his heart by another human.  Unfortunately, no matter how hard someone tries, some dogs are so broken that … Read more

Imagine having to spend your life on the street without a roof over your head or anyone to call your own. That’s pretty much what life has been like for little MarMar – a senior dog who spent months waiting for his miracle. He roamed the streets of California, hiding from people and doing his … Read more

It’s not that often that you see a wild animal casually lying on your patio furniture. Even though you might know a little more about it, it’s hard not to be shocked. And, it’s even worse if you don’t know anything about its true nature and how it might react. That’s exactly what happened one … Read more

Some dogs just never get a fighting chance. As a result of irresponsible breeding, many furballs end up being kicked out on the street, and they usually don’t make it. One such case comes from California, where a litter of puppies was thrown away by a backyard breeder.  When a woman got a call about … Read more

When we welcome dogs into our family, we commit to giving them all the love and understanding they need. We are aware that dogs, just like humans, need some time to adjust to big lifestyle changes. It makes me sad to realize that some new dog owners easily abandon their dogs without giving them the … Read more

Stray dogs don’t have the luxury of living a day without a worry, and their ultimate goal is to find a place to call their own. Sadly, only a small percentage of these lifetime wanderers catch the attention of a kind-hearted soul, but when that happens – they, without a doubt, become the greatest pets … Read more