Petlanthropy

Image via Trudy Schilder/Facebook Christine Meinhold explains to CNN, “I really don't have the resources to evacuate with 7 dogs. When I rescued these dogs, I took on a responsibility of loving and caring for them the rest of their lives.” As her story was reported and shared on the internet,… Read More

Image via Lanai Cat Sanctuary/Facebook The Hawaiian islands are known for their picturesque terrain and pristine beaches. Tourists from all over the world are willing to travel for hours upon hours in order to make a visit to these tropical paradises. One of the least-visited of these islands,… Read More

Image via Pig Advocates League/Facebook Kentucky Fish and Wildlife has taken custody of 458 pot-bellied pigs from a hoarding situation in Falmouth, Kentucky. The Pig Advocates League announced on August 26 that they would have 19 days to vet and home the pigs “before the state of Kentucky… Read More

ImageviaArizone Humane Society/YouTube Lip sync challenge videos have gone viral, with police departments and fire departments across the US showing off their dance moves and lip syncing skills. Now, animal rescues are getting in on the fun! The Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA in Phoenix,… Read More

Image via Life In The Doghouse Movie/Facebook A South Carolina couple has adopted over 11,000 dogs since 2005 in an effort to save dogs from being euthanized. The pair—Ron Danta and Danny Robertshaw—currently live with 86 rescue dogs in their home. “We are the guest,” Danta tellsCBS News. “We have… Read More

Photo via Striking the Wonder Dog According to Mashable, a Border Collie called Striking the Wonder Dog "is tasked with fetching the tee whenever the New Mexico State Aggies play." Striking has been part of the New Mexico State's Aggies football squad for the past four years, says… Read More

Photo via Channel 3000 Video Dog rescue stories are always heartwarming—especially when they involve the entire neighborhood coming together to lend a paw. This was the case for a Jack Russell Terrier who was stuck under her home for over 30 hours. According to ABC News, Luna, an 8-year-old Jack… Read More