Tears Over Dogs Reactions After They Are Surrendered to a Kill Shelter: "This hurts my heart. I wish I could save them all," one TikTok user wrote.
newsweek.com/tears-over-dogs-reactions-after-they-are-surrendered-kill-shelter-1881287
Quick Glance: Heartbreaking Reality of Dogs Surrendered to Kill Shelter
- A pet rescue volunteer sheds light on the harsh reality faced by dogs in a kill shelter after being surrendered by their owners.
- Surrendered dogs experience fear and confusion, making their adoption challenging.
- The distressing journey of surrendered dogs in shelters highlights the long-lasting impacts.
- Shelters are striving to decrease euthanasia rates through adoption efforts and behavioral programs.
Photo of Shelter Dog 'Tired of Being Lonely' Breaks Hearts: "Why there are no takers is always a mystery," a manager at the animal shelter in Michigan told ...
newsweek.com/shelter-lonely-dog-awaiting-adoption-michigan-facebook-1880748
Owner Catches Former Stray Dog Having a Moment: 'Your Life Now': One TikTok user commented: "I can feel how grateful he's with his new life."
newsweek.com/owner-catches-former-stray-having-moment-1881900
Cat Returned to Shelter After Just 4 Days Finally Finds True Forever Home: "Adult cats, especially tabby domestic short hairs, tend to stay in our shelter for ...
newsweek.com/cat-returned-shelter-just-4-days-finally-finds-true-forever-home-1880664
Tears as Toddler Becomes 'Loving' Foster Brother to Five Rescue Puppies: After seeing Henry with the puppies, Kristin Erwin hopes he'll grow up to "have the same ...
newsweek.com/toddler-becomes-foster-brother-five-puppies-1878300
3-month-old puppy found tied to rescue van with heartbreaking note—'Please': "It is always, always better to reach out to us for help than to dump your animals ...
newsweek.com/puppy-found-tied-rescue-van-heartbreaking-note-1878660
Shelter Dog 'Waiting for Someone' at the Door Every Day Finds Forever Home: "It's kills me when they're older and yet so very hopeful. He needs his forever home ...
newsweek.com/pitbull-rescued-waiting-someone-door-1875004
Woman Adopts Dog on Kill-List Hours After Signing Up as Shelter Volunteer: Rookie spent a week in a kill shelter before being taken to the local Humane Society ...
newsweek.com/woman-adopts-dog-after-volunteering-shelter-1874009
The happiest place on Earth for cats might just be on Cat Island, a feline playground just a few miles from Shanghai Disneyland ... Show more
How many dogs are euthanized in the US every year? In 2023, the number surpassed cats
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/02/20/more-dogs-euthanized-than-cats-2023/72633423007/
Shelter Shares Its Oldest, Abandoned Dogs Who Still 'Deserve Love': "An older dog can make for a wonderful companion," a spokesperson from the Florida-based ...
newsweek.com/shelter-shares-oldest-abandoned-dogs-who-deserve-love-1876332
Woman Checks Into Hotel, Can't Stop Crying at 'Most Depressing' View Ever: The internet reacted to the woman's upset over her hotel view in Chicago.
newsweek.com/woman-checks-hotel-cant-stop-crying-depressing-view-ever-1873374
Refuge's Puppy Plea As They Are Overrun With 6 Litters and 2 Pregnant Dogs: The refuge is currently caring for 25 puppies in addition to all their other animals ...
newsweek.com/refuge-shares-plea-overrun-puppy-litters-pregnant-dogs-1872568
Woman Adopts 3-Month-Old Puppy After Neighbors 'Left Her Outside': Aubrie Mitchell said the dog was left outside in a snowstorm for four days before she had ...
newsweek.com/woman-adopts-puppy-after-neighbors-left-outside-1871927
Dalmatian Who Accidentally Scares People Has Internet in Tears: "People keep asking if I'm friendly and I'm so confused because I'm like, don't I look friendly?"
newsweek.com/reason-people-ask-if-dalmatian-friendly-1874679
Cat Pulls 'ASPCA Commercial' Act After Owner Does the Unthinkable: One user TikTok commented: "[You're] saying this isn't an ASPCA commercial?"
newsweek.com/cat-pulls-aspca-commercial-act-after-owner-does-unthinkable-1874287
Bonded Dogs Can't Be Separated After Spending 14 Years in Same Shelter: The shelter's founder, Tracy Frank told Newsweek: "Both dogs found each other several ...
newsweek.com/bonded-dogs-spend-14-years-shelter-1869816
Dog Returned to Shelter After 2 Years 'Doesn't Understand' Why She's Back: "Diamond needs a family who will make her feel safe and loved," a shelter spokesperson ...
newsweek.com/dog-returned-shelter-doesnt-understand-why-florida-1868988
Dog is euthanized hours before foster parent could pick him up, Indiana rescue says
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Adopted Dog Returned to Shelter After Just One Hour for 'Being Too Big': The 1-year-old Anatolian shepherd was originally brought in as a stray.
newsweek.com/adopted-dog-returned-too-big-1865757
Black Cat Still Waiting for Home After Spending 588 Days in Shelter: "Saltine is our longest resident in our building," Tuscarawas County Humane Society ...
newsweek.com/black-cat-still-waiting-home-shelter-ohio-1863440
Adopted Dog Returned to Shelter After Just One Hour for 'Being Too Big': The 1-year-old Anatolian shepherd was originally brought in as a stray.
newsweek.com/adopted-dog-returned-too-big-1865757
Hilary Swank Recalls Rescuing Beloved Pets in 9/11 Aftermath: Hiary Swank, who has been open about her love of animals, is looking back at when she helped rescue ...
hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/hilary-swank-rescued-pets-9-11-aftermath-1235840099/
Shelter Dog Longing for a Family After Brother's Adoption Breaks Hearts: "Like many puppies, he has found it tough being in the shelter for long ...
newsweek.com/shelter-dog-longing-family-brother-adoption-breaks-hearts-1862667
Cuddly 17-year-old dog needs a home for his final days after owner dies. Meet Teddy
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Quick Glance: Touching: 17-Year-Old Dog Seeks Home After Owner's Passing. Meet Teddy
- UPDATE: Teddy was adopted by Dan Godhardt from Wisconsin, as he told McClatchy News.
- At 17 years old, Teddy is looking for a new home after his owner's passing to spend his last days.
- Teddy loves food, walks, snuggles, and "chin scratchies," as mentioned by the Oshkosh Area Humane Society in a Facebook post.
- He still possesses curiosity and a strong spirit, despite having several irreversible medical issues and some quirks.
Can scented candles and essential oils harm your pets? S’pore vets warn of the risks
straitstimes.com/singapore/can-scented-candles-and-essential-oils-harm-your-pets-s-pore-vets-warn-of-the-risks
See Transformation of Rescue Dog From the Day She Arrived to 6 Months Later: "She had a terrible start to her life, but I'm glad she was rescued on time ...
newsweek.com/transformation-rescue-dog-6-months-minnesota-1863851
Senior Rescue Pit Bull Wearing Her Birthday Outfit Delights Viewers Online: "People who adopt senior dogs go straight to heaven," commented one user on TikTok.
newsweek.com/senior-dog-birthday-adoption-1860210
Cat That's 'Perfected the Manipulation Face' Takes Internet by Storm: Social media users were delighted by the cat's antics in the viral video ...
newsweek.com/cat-face-expression-wanting-cookies-tiktok-1869430
Face of Husky Adopted and Then Returned to Shelter: 'Not His Fault': Kodiak, a 3-year-old husky mix, has already been returned to the shelter twice.
newsweek.com/husky-mix-returned-shelter-not-his-fault-1860103
Quick Glance: Kodiak: The Husky's Struggle
- Kodiak, a 3-year-old husky mix, has been returned to the shelter twice.
- A plea was made by a Massachusetts-based animal shelter to find a permanent home for a dog returned multiple times.
- He needs a quiet home and positive reinforcement to build his confidence.
- Despite interest in Kodiak, the shelter is still working to match him with the perfect family.
Rescue Dog Still Smiling Despite a Year With No Adoption Applications: Saving Hope Rescue said that Spirit "may be missing a leg, but she sure makes up for it ...
newsweek.com/rescue-dog-smiling-despite-no-adoption-applications-1866870
What Woman Learns About Dog After Fostering Him Moves Internet to Tears: "You inspired me, I filled out an application," one viewer said in response to the ...
newsweek.com/what-woman-learns-about-dog-fostering-moves-internet-tears-1860283
For first time in 47 years, every animal at this Pa. shelter was adopted: “It’s incredible, especially since just two weeks before, our kennels were almost full ...
washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2023/12/29/dog-adoption-pennsylvania-shelter-rescue/
Animal shelter in Pennsylvania empty for first time in 47 years: Just in time for Christmas, Adams county SPCA adopts out 598 animals and reunites 125 with their ...
theguardian.com/world/2023/dec/25/pennsylvania-animal-shelter-empty-dogs-cats
As the pandemic adoption boom cools, pet shelters overflow : A tough economic climate last year put a chill on animal adoptions. But though shelters are packed ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2023/12/25/dog-cat-animal-shelter-adoption/
Inside the underground world of dog fighting: How the brutal blood sport thrives in the shadows
cnn.com/2023/12/27/us/underground-dog-fighting-seizures-invs/
Box of 'Scared and Hungry' Puppies Dumped Outside Shelter After Christmas: Puppies this young require feeding every two hours and, sadly, this litter was ...
newsweek.com/box-scared-hungry-puppies-dumped-shelter-christmas-1856226
Family on Road Trip Rescue Stray Dog, End Up Adopting Him: "We wish him nothing but happiness," the dog's shelter told Newsweek.
newsweek.com/family-road-trip-rescue-stray-dog-end-adopting-1857286
Vet Dresses Up as Santa to Surprise Shelter Cats and Dogs: 'Deserving': Dr. Carson Hutchison has been a veterinarian at the shelter for the past eight years and ...
newsweek.com/vet-dresses-santa-surprise-shelter-cats-dogs-1854642
Moment Rescue Cat Who Had Never Had a Home Cuddles Owner for the First Time: Atlas was "a little cautious but so curious" when he was first brought home ...
newsweek.com/shelter-cat-laying-owner-lap-tiktok-viral-1853272
Shelter Kittens' Adorable Reaction to Cage Upgrade Delights Internet: Two shelter cats were giddy to the point of jumping up and down when they moved into their ...
newsweek.com/shelter-kittens-reaction-cage-upgrade-video-1855471
Online pet sales of ‘designer’ puppies are hurting pet adoptions, says Birmingham Humane Society
al.com/news/birmingham/2023/12/online-pet-sales-of-designer-puppies-are-hurting-pet-adoptions-says-birmingham-humane-society.html
'Great Joy' as 17 Dogs Rescued From Kill Shelter in Time for Christmas: Kimberly LaRussa, a shelter volunteer, told Newsweek it takes a few days before the dogs ...
newsweek.com/dogs-rescued-kill-shelter-christmas-1852794
Tears as Cat Found Abandoned Inside Dumpster Next to Empty Food Bowls: The feline was discovered in a dilapidated cat carrier covered in his own feces and urine.
newsweek.com/tears-cat-found-dumpster-empty-food-1852743
'Loving' 11-Year-Old Shelter Dog Still Waiting for Home After Four Years: "Zuri is very easy and doesn't ask for much at all," the shelter says.
newsweek.com/loving-11-year-old-shelter-dog-still-waiting-home-after-four-years-1852337
Tears as Woman Brings Food and Toys for Puppies Living in Junkyard: The puppies slipped right through the fence to greet her, with their tails wagging.
newsweek.com/woman-brings-food-toys-junkyard-family-dogs-1854726
Hearts Melt as Shelter Dog Learns Love and Safety 'for the First Time Ever': "She asked Santa for a forever home this year and came up north for that wish to ...
newsweek.com/shelter-dog-learns-love-safety-first-time-ever-1851236
Pets and holidays: A recipe for disaster?: Pet owners, beware: Danger may be lurking in your holiday preparations — at a cost to your pet’s health and your ...
cnn.com/2023/12/11/health/pets-holiday-danger-wellness/
Senior Cat Who Acts Like a Dog Hoping for New Family—'So Much Love to Give': "You would never know he was as old as he is," a shelter spokesperson told Newsweek ...
newsweek.com/senior-cat-acts-like-dog-hoping-new-family-canada-1851145
Three-Legged Cat Gets New Forever Home With Amputee Owner: 'Meant To Be': "We think it was love at first sight for both of them," the shelter told Newsweek.
newsweek.com/three-legged-cat-gets-forever-home-amputee-owner-1848759
Shelter Dog's Face After Getting Adopted Just in Time for Christmas: Sandy Hickman from the New Jersey shelter told Newsweek that "you would be surprised at what ...
newsweek.com/shelter-dogs-face-adopted-christmas-1849943
Sarah McLachlan celebrates 30 years of 'Fumbling Towards Ecstasy': Sarah McLachlan will celebrate the 30th anniversary of her 'Fumbling Towards Ecstasy' album ...
houstonchronicle.com/entertainment/music/article/sarah-mclachlan-tour-houston-sugar-land-ecstasy-18546829.php
Deaf Dog Overlooked for 553 Days Finally Adopted by Shelter President: This special dog is now helping other animals in need after spending years in a shelter.
newsweek.com/deaf-dog-overlooked-helping-other-animals-need-1848623
Woman Who 'Befriended' Stray Dog Get the Surprise of a Lifetime: Carol the 2-year-old dog was found in Houston's notorious "Corridor of Cruelty" after being ...
newsweek.com/woman-befriended-stray-dog-surprise-lifetime-1849614
Rescue Cat Returned To Shelter for Being 'Too Playful' Breaks Hearts: The cat still has no takers, "which we hope will change soon," an adoption counselor at the ...
newsweek.com/rescue-cat-returned-shelter-tiktok-1847861
Rescue Bulldog Who Learnt 'How to Be a Dog' Now Fosters Hundreds of Puppies: "Louis makes puppies feel comfortable and shows them how to play ...
newsweek.com/rescue-bulldog-learnt-how-dog-fosters-hundreds-puppies-1847437
Head of Foster Facility Takes Home Rescue Dog Waiting 2 Years in Shelter: Red was overlooked by visitors at the shelter for two years, as Olivia Gonzalez ...
newsweek.com/rescue-dog-waiting-2-years-gets-fostered-1848024
Shelter Dog's Face After He Didn't Get Adopted Again Breaks Hearts: "He would love to find his forever home for the holidays!!" one social media user commented.
newsweek.com/shelter-dog-face-not-adopted-again-breaks-hearts-1850818
Jimmy Buffett gives pet adoption a push in new ‘Like My Dog’ video: The video for Buffett's cover of the country tune features clips of fans and their pups.
al.com/life/2023/11/jimmy-buffett-gives-pet-adoption-a-push-in-new-like-my-dog-video.html
Animal shelters overflowing as economic fears bite: Financial hardship and a rise in the cost of living has put owning a pet out of reach for many American ...
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PETA says animals shouldn’t be given as gifts during the holidays: Before gifting a pet for the holidays, the ASPCA and PETA urge making sure it's the right ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/article/peta-says-animals-shouldn-t-given-gifts-holidays-18542402.php
Dog Who Fights and Hates Other Pets Adopted After Shelter Post Goes Viral: The Facebook page, which was shared over 79,000 times, led to the dog's adoption in ...
newsweek.com/sarcastic-facebook-post-about-dog-goes-viral-gets-him-adopted-1846187
Hearts Break as Dog Returned to Shelter Where He Was Adopted 10 Years Ago: The Labrador retriever mix was surrendered on May 31 and is still seeking a home to ...
newsweek.com/senior-dog-returned-same-shelter-ten-years-later-after-being-adopted-1845291
See Difference in 'Shut Down' Rescue Puppy After a Few Days in Foster Home: A director at Baton's shelter told Newsweek: "She has really come out of her shell ...
newsweek.com/see-difference-shelter-puppy-foster-care-1846577
Elderly Dog and Over 22 Cats Dumped at Pennsylvania Shelter's Doorstep: Already at maximum capacity, the huge influx of animals has left the shelter in a ...
newsweek.com/elderly-dog-22-cats-dumped-pennsylvania-shelters-doorstep-1844592
Senior Shelter Dog Returned After 1 Year And Facing Euthanasia Finds Home: Just days away from euthanasia, Star the 10-year-old mixed breed has been given a ...
newsweek.com/senior-shelter-dog-returned-finds-home-texas-1843409
Dog's Heartbreak As Adopter Returns Her to Shelter Just 4 Hours Later: "It was heartbreaking to know that someone would return her so fast," dog carer Ione ...
newsweek.com/dogs-heartbreak-adopter-returns-shelter-four-hours-later-tiktok-1841414
Shelter Dogs Adopted Together Care for Each Other in New Forever Home: "YAY! BOTH ADOPTED, TOGETHER! Thank you!" one user said.
newsweek.com/shelter-dogs-adopted-together-care-each-other-new-forever-home-1852083
Why Are So Many Dogs on Prozac?: If you love dogs, maybe don’t get one.
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/10/dog-anti-anxiety-meds-treatment/675715/
'Depressed' Dog Returned to Shelter a Day After Adoption Finds Forever Home: "The back and forth was really hard on Thane. His spirits were very low when he was ...
newsweek.com/depressed-dog-returned-shelter-finds-forever-home-florida-1841397
Dog in Shelter for 1,690 Days Looking for Her 'Protector': Shelter workers told Newsweek that once Roxy settles in, "you will never find a more affectionate dog ...
newsweek.com/dog-shelter-1690-days-looking-protector-1842723
Man's Stray-Cat 'Hotel' Amazes Internet: Viewers loved the cat hotel setup and its unusual guest in the viral clip, with one writing the animal is "thriving."
newsweek.com/stray-cats-hotel-home-garage-1844677
Dog in Shelter for 300 Days Snuggles With Sister After Finding Forever Home: Like human siblings, these two dogs love playing and stealing each other's toys.
newsweek.com/shelter-dog-300-days-snuggles-lab-sister-1842017
'Devastated' Senior Dog Faces Euthanasia as Family Returns Her After 1 Year: If she isn't adopted, the 10-year old dog in a shelter in Texas will be listed for ...
newsweek.com/devastated-senior-dog-faces-euthanasia-family-returns-one-year-1841033
Shelter Dog Surrendered Because He Was 'Unwanted' Waits for Forever Home: Diesel is affectionate and tests well with other dogs but so far has had no interest ...
newsweek.com/unwanted-surrendered-dog-north-carolina-waits-adoption-1844383
Dog Has Stared Out Shelter Cage Waiting for Adoption Every Day for 2 Years: A Fiji-based animal shelter turns to social media to help get one of its long-term ...
newsweek.com/shelter-dog-fiji-waits-home-1837610
‘Reprehensible’: fury as Oklahoma governor backs cockfighting group: Republican Kevin Stitt denounced as an ‘embarrassment’ for recording video in support of ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2023/nov/16/oklahoma-governor-kevin-stitt-cockfighting
Heartbreak Over Why Dog Was Returned to Shelter After a Year and a Half: "We don't fault them. We were not in their shoes," the shelter wrote on Facebook.
newsweek.com/heartbreak-after-dog-returned-shelter-year-half-later-1850132
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