Dog Stories

Country singer Tyler Rich, animal lover and advocate, uses his social media platforms to find homes for shelter pets.

Maj. Houlihan came to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary with a pair of broken legs, but following surgery to put in metal plates, she's back to puppy antics

Magnolia's life could have ended after she was surrendered to a busy shelter in south Texas, but she's now bringing joy to her new family in the Northeast.

Shelters all over the country are beginning to embrace the power of community-supported lifesaving.

Grant's missing back feet never slow him down, especially when it comes to finding a family.

Emerald was found living on the streets of Los Angeles with incredibly matted hair, but after getting cleaned up she found a home where she can shine.

Felix had a ticket to ride from Houston to Ruff Start Rescue in Minnesota, but when distemper postponed his plans, a team came together to help him get healthy again.

Guy's anxiety and exuberance were overwhelming when he first came to Best Friends, but training and a foster home uncovered his softer side.

When Sadie first came to Best Friends, she was so timid she wouldn't let most people near her, but today she's blossomed into a confident dog.

Rocco's days were numbered until Outta the Cage stepped in and gave him all the time in the world to get adopted

Matthew and Ry decided to stop postponing joy and adopt the dog they'd been dreaming of since the day they met her.

Cassiopeia and Pedro lost their home and ended up together at a shelter, but it was only a hot minute before they were adopted - together.

In honor of National Dog Day, read these five stories about dogs who inspired and changed the lives of their adopters forever