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It was a drizzly November day in St. Louis, Missouri, when an unsuspecting mail carrier happened upon a heartbreaking scene.

Dog Sits On The Sidewalk Crying After Her Family Drives Away Forever

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When Judy Greer found out she was going on a Dodo Dream Date, she decided she wanted to give the sweet pup the ultimate surprise — a white Christmas in Los Angeles.

Judy Greer Gives Her Dodo Dream Date The Ultimate Surprise

Piled near a cracked sidewalk in St. Louis, Missouri, a group of abandoned baby siblings huddled together, trying to keep warm.

They Shivered In The Rain For Hours Until The Right Person Walked By

One rainy day in July, Peggy Harrell, shelter director and cofounder of the Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) of Mississippi, got a call about a kitten.

Rescuers Exploring Flooded Marsh Notice Tiny Eyes Staring Back At Them

Abandoned outside a retail equipment store in Oklahoma, an anxious dog named Lucy shivered in the rain, wondering where to turn.

Camera Catches Man’s Act Of Kindness For Little Black Dog Shivering In The Rain

Walking through the River Arts District in Asheville, North Carolina, earlier this month, a trio of friends stopped short when they heard a faint, desperate sound.

Friends Hear 'Screaming' In Pipe And End Up Saving A Little Life

It was clear to the animal control officer that the dirty, matted stray they’d picked up had once been a family pet.

Shelter Staff Holds Back Tears As Lost Dog Runs To Hug Her Mom

When a Good Samaritan on their way to Las Vegas recently spotted a scared little dog just outside of Primm, Nevada, the concerned driver swiftly pulled over and called local animal authorities for help.

Matted Stray Turns Into The Happiest Dog After A Much-Needed Haircut

It was a blazing hot September day in Los Angeles, California, when dog rescuer Suzette Hall received a distressing call from her local jail.

Jail Guards Spend Weeks Trying To Capture Furry Intruder In Parking Lot

As a dedicated dog rescuer and founder of Logan’s Legacy 29, Suzette Hall is used to receiving urgent messages about pups in need.

Dog With 'Dreadlocks' Was So Matted He Couldn't See — Then He Found A Savior

Picture this: You’re sitting front row at a comedy show when you hear an unusual heckle from the back of the room.

Everything You Need To Know About Adopting A Dog

Rescued cuddles are the best cuddles 💕

Dog Sits On The Sidewalk Crying After Her Family Drives Away Forever

“Her little whimpers when we walked up to her broke our hearts” 💔

Judy Greer Gives Her Dodo Dream Date The Ultimate Surprise

“It’s a holiday miracle that in Los Angeles, California, it’s snowing.”

They Shivered In The Rain For Hours Until The Right Person Walked By

“They were all so hungry” 💔

Rescuers Exploring Flooded Marsh Notice Tiny Eyes Staring Back At Them

“She started SCREAMING to us, ‘HELP ME!’"

Camera Catches Man’s Act Of Kindness For Little Black Dog Shivering In The Rain

"She's so sweet and thankful to be here."

Friends Hear 'Screaming' In Pipe And End Up Saving A Little Life

They had to act fast.

Shelter Staff Holds Back Tears As Lost Dog Runs To Hug Her Mom

"Everyone was very touched — this was a dog that is loved.”

Matted Stray Turns Into The Happiest Dog After A Much-Needed Haircut

“[He] slowly started to open up, wag his tail and give me kisses.”

Jail Guards Spend Weeks Trying To Capture Furry Intruder In Parking Lot

“[A]s soon as someone would even look at her, she would run for her tiny life …”

Dog With 'Dreadlocks' Was So Matted He Couldn't See — Then He Found A Savior

“Today is the beginning of a whole new life …”

I Went To A Comedy Show With An Audience Full Of Adoptable Cats

And I tried not to take them all home ❤️