Leaning on His Best Friend in the Face of PTSD
Wren Thomas shares how his service dog, Beaux, has helped him cope with PTSD after Wren was kidnapped by Nigerian pirates.
Pets
The Pug That Made Her Pause
By Stephanie Thompson5 min read
She didn’t have time for another dog. She didn’t have time for anything—or so she thought. A senior pug named Buddy slowed her down and opened her eyes.
The Puppy Who Helps Her Deal with Diabetes
By Laura Beebe7 min read
She thought she couldn’t handle a very energetic puppy. She never could have guessed how that dog would help her manage her diabetes.
The Puppy That Helped an Alzheimer’s Patient
By Dorothy C. Snyder4 min read
Discover the amazing true story of how a pound puppy helped a caregiver.
Iraq Veteran Refuses to Leave Therapy Donkey Behind
By Brett Leveridge1 min read
It’s a U.S. Marines tradition to never leave a comrade behind, for John Folsom that rule applied to Smoke the donkey.
A Deaf Girl Teaches Her Deaf Puppy Sign Language
By Ashley Lateef2 min read
Julia and her puppy Walter are both deaf but that hasn’t stopped them from forming a beautiful friendship.
The Inspiring Tale of Library Cats Baker & Taylor
By Brooke Obie3 min read
These Scottish Fold cats became cultural icons in the ’80s and ’90s, inspiring children all over the world to read.
Inspiring Animal Friendships
By Brett Leveridge4 min read
Check out these unusual animal companions and the ways in which they reveal that love knows no bounds.
Inspirational Quotes for Animal Lovers
By Sabra Ciancanelli1 min read
Animals are some of the greatest companions in our lives. We hope you’ll enjoy this uplifting slideshow featuring inspiring quotes about our finned, feathered and furry friends.
The Miracle of the Missing Maltese Terrier
By Adam Hunter2 min read
The true story of how Homer, a lost six-month-old Maltese mix, restored a family’s faith
Join Our Twitter Chat to Discover How Dogs Help Veterans with PTSD
By Ansley Roan1 min read
For veterans coping with post-traumatic stress disorder, therapy dogs can make a world of difference. Find out more during our Twitter chat.
15 Fun Dog-Inspired Labor Day Activities
By Peggy Frezon1 min read
Take a moment between holiday barbecues and getting ready for back-to-school to act on one (or more) of these Labor Day activities suggested by a trio of pooches!