Adoption
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Former Puppy Mill Breeder Sister Gets to Be the Baby Now
Gina Easley's family welcomed the senior Frenchie, giving her a home where she has no responsibilities but to be loved.
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Burn Victim Chloe Adopts Buddy, a Dog Just Like Her
Burned as a child, Chloe Levenson-Cupp was the perfect match for abused Buddy the Chihuahua.
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Meghan Lawson Combines Her Two Passions: Rescue and Photography
The professional photographer and animal welfare advocate uses her artistic talents to help dogs in Washington find homes.
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A Blind Pup Named Pal Finds His Perfect Home With Smiley, the Famous Blind Therapy Dog
Dog trainer Joanne George knew Pal would fit right in with her family, so she brought him over from Istanbul.
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Why I Believe In an Open Adoption — Not the Perfection Some Dog Rescue Groups Require
"Open" adoption requires only consultation and approval from a shelter or rescue counselor, and I believe it is the way to become a no-kill nation.
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Watch This Reminder That Puppies Are Available for Adoption, Too
Singapore's SOSD Rehabilitation Centre had more than 100 puppies up for adoption this month. Meet the adorable pups.
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Once Abused, Emmet Overcomes His Past to Become a Confident, Happy Dog
The Miniature Pinscher-Chihuahua-Poodle mix has gone from hiding under the bed to enjoying life in Mexico, thanks to his person, Janni Nilsson.
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Tina Quatroni’s Love of Dogs Shines Through in Her Artistic Portraits
The photographer donates her time with PawSafe Animal Rescue, photographing dogs before and after adoption.
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Vet Sent to Euthanize Senior Pets Whose Owner Died Takes Them Home Instead
Bear, Bitsy Marie, and Miss Kitty have a new family thanks to Dr. Christie Cornelius of Last Wishes In-Home Pet Hospice.
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Lenny the 3-Legged Shar-Pei Brings Joy to the World
Rescued when his separation anxiety became too much for his first family, Lenny found peace in his new life and an Instagram following.
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Former Shelter Dogs Dulcie and Diego Bring Companionship to Seniors and Alzheimer’s Patients
The therapy dog duo volunteers through Caregiver Canines in New Jersey.
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Watch Momma Hope Care for Her Puppies After She Comes Out of a Coma
After being hit by a car, Hope's owners left her for dead. Thankfully, McFarland Animal Shelter and 2nd Chances Rescue did not give up on Hope or her puppies.
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Animal Shelters Get Into the Holiday Spirit to Help Dogs and Cats Find Forever Homes
Because all a shelter pet wants is a home where she can spend the holidays, and the rest of her life.
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Watch This Shopping Cart Pup Give Birth and Get Adopted
Thanks to Rescue From The Heart, Bailey was able to get off the streets before she gave birth. Watch her rescue and meet the puppies!
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‘Rehab Addict’ Host Nicole Curtis Loves Works in Progress — Houses and Dogs!
The champion for old houses has the same passion for rescue dogs, including her sometimes-challenging pups, Max and Lucy.
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5 Steps You MUST Take When Rehoming Your Dog
If you are ever in the heartbreaking position of having to rehome your dog, these five steps will help you find the best family possible.
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Watch Willa the Shelter Dog Have the Best Day of Her Life
The hound stars in #WillasBestDay, created by photographer Guinnevere Shuster as part of Canon's "Rebel With a Cause" contest.
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Love Never Grows Old at Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary
The Tennessee organization cares for more than 200 senior dogs between its sanctuary and foster homes. Here's how you can help this #GivingTuesday.
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Watch Live Cuteness With the SF SPCA Holiday Windows Streaming Video!
Take a break from the holiday stress and watch adoptable puppies and kittens at play.
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How to Make Time in Your Life for Volunteering With Animals in Need
Volunteering is incredibly fulfilling for you and the animals who benefit from even just a little of your time. Here's how to get started.
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Isaboo the Rescue Pittie Lives a Charmed Life With Rachael Ray
The celebrity chef adopted her dog 11 years ago and has given her the best life possible. Ray also created a pet food line to help other rescues like her pup.
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Vote for Senior Dog Haven Muttville in CNN Heroes Contest!
Muttville's Sherri Franklin recently made CNN's Top 10 Heroes list. Let's get her to No. 1 and help her senior dog rescue secure $100K in funding.
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5 Reasons to Adopt a Senior Dog
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and we have five reasons why you should consider an older dog as your next furry family member.
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Watch a Pug With Two Broken Elbows Live Her Life to the Fullest
In this touching video from PAWsitive, we see Bella get around despite her injuries, before she receives the full veterinary care she needs.
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Kismet Saves His Human and Survives Stabbing
The Jack Russell Terrier helped fight off an intruder, and he won a Hambone award for the act.
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Neville the Terrier Hopes His Dental Work and New ‘Do Get Him Adopted
The 6-year-old dog got a makeover thanks to the Helen Woodward Animal Center. Might he now catch your eye?
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How My Jumping Out of Airplanes and Running Marathons Helps Dogs
As a member of Team ASPCA for the upcoming Rock ‘n’ Roll LA Half Marathon, I look for unique ways to boost donations. This year, I jumped out of a plane!
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We Have a Candy Crush on Robyn Arouty’s Sweet Dog Photo Series
The Houston photographer poses rescue dogs with candy-themed props to help get them adopted! It's as sweet as it sounds.
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I’ve Come to Accept That Our Second Dog Is Not Like Our First, and That’s OK
Heidi was the perfect dog, which set a high standard for the pup who came after her, Alley.
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Watch This Senior Shih Tzu Get a Makeover Before Meeting Adopters
Max came into the shelter with long and dirty hair, but Hollywood Rescue Grooming transformed the sweet pup so he could find a forever home!
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