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Learn about the people making a difference for animals and what you can do to lend a hand, too.

Portrait of fluffy red leashed dog outdoors in winter on snow.

It’s super dangerous—and very illegal.

Annie Harvilicz, 47, opened her home and an empty pet hospital to more than 40 dogs and cats.

“For every person who needed help, there were 50 people offering to help.”

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Woman looking worried while gazing out a window.

Stand up for animals, and stay safe while you do.

CNN Hero of the Year 2024

Stephen Knight is the founder of the life-saving nonprofit Dogs Matter.

Penny was rescued after being overlooked for 6 months in the Carson shelter.

This local rescuer shares how he got started saving LA’s animals in need.

Woman hugs her black poodle dog outside in New York City.

A handful of other cities and states have done the same in an effort to end the puppy mill pipeline.

Humane Society of Missouri is returning from a rescue in Polk County, Missouri with 28 dogs including one deceased.

The shelter needs your help supporting these neglected pups.

Man in military uniform with German shepherd dog outdoors.

This Veteran’s Day, show your support for Mission K9 Rescue.

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The Pet Groupies

Nicole Fiorentino’s The Pet Groupies also offers pet-sitting services in Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon.


Alaska Airlines plane flying in the air

He says his pup suffered anxiety and breathing issues because of the airline’s actions.

Woman snuggling a dog in her bed at home.

Fostering a pet can be one way to help a person in need escape a dangerous situation.

Man arrested after dog abandoned during Hurricane Milton.

The pup, now named Trooper, is safe with a foster family.

Drew Barrymore Dave Bautista ASPCA adopt a shelter dog month.

The pair is working to find homes for pets during Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.

Florida Troopers Rescue Dog Left Tied to Pole in Hurricane Milton Floodwaters.

Watch video of Florida troopers saving the pup on this heroic mission.

Animal shelters working to rescue pets ahead of Hurricane Milton.

These shelters and rescue organizations are in need of emergency fosters and donations.

dog being saved by a human

These organizations are assisting with rescue efforts—and they need your help.

Jennifer Aniston Starts Fund to Help Animal Rescues, Hopes to Inspire People to 'Throw in a Dollar'.

The Clydeo Fund launched in celebration of her new book, Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life.

a dog by a disco ball

When you adopt a dog this October, you’ll be entered to win a homecoming photoshoot, a shelter donation, and more.

Young happy stylish woman plays with her fluffy white dog at home.

I’m finally saying what I’ve been thinking since the day I brought my pup home.

Puppy sad and alone in a cage.

Named for a Golden Retriever who died a tragic, preventable death, this legislation would protect other animals from meeting the same fate.

Frederick Douglass Moorefield Jr. dog fighting ring

Twelve dogs were rescued from this barbaric operation that has been going on for two decades.

80 dogs located about an hour from New Orleans rescued by Zeus' Rescues.

They will be available for adoption after receiving medical treatment.

Riley the rescue Golden Retriever being transported out of the debris of the World Trade Center.

Kinship pays tribute to the pups who risked their lives to save others 23 years ago.

Woman Sitting at Table With Small Dog.

The shelter hopes to free up space as they face overcrowding.

Women waiting for their flight at the airport with their dog.

Without the advocacy they need, these animals rely on Americans for help.

ASPCA Helps 100+ Dogs in Suspected Dogfighting Case.

Now, they’re providing medical aid to the injured pups and assisting with the police investigation.

Facebook scam leaves humane society in The Dalles ‘paralyzed’ as Meta does nothing.

The nonprofit’s page was hacked, leaving their operations paused and potential adopters vulnerable to theft.