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

Brown and white dog barking outside in the back yard.

As a Maine resident, I don't think this proposed bill will do anyone any favors.


Philadelphia Eagles demonstrating their pet adoption efforts.

Plus, how you can support your team while joining their mission to protect pets.

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It’s an impossible assignment, but someone’s gotta do it.

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Puppies waiting on the other side of a metal fence.

The Humane Society of the United States claims the AKC is working to oppose the passage of bills aimed to prevent animal cruelty.

Funny cat staring at laptop computer at home.

“Everyone deserves to laugh at your ex’s expense.”

Despite being both mentally and physically exhausted, our team in Los Angeles is still showing up to help both the community and shelters in need.

Show up for the shelters and rescues in need right now.

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.”

A woman in a bright yellow-orange sweater holding a striped kitten in one hand and a credit card in the other while using her laptop in front of her

Worried about the cost of making your pet feel better? Help is on the way.

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.

Two vets examining a dog in the office.

Everything you need to know before Election Day.

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.

A Southwest captain made a new friend in kitten Avery while flying 145 shelter animals affected by Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene to the Midwest.

“It was love at 30,000 feet,” Lucky Dog Animal Rescue’s CEO said.

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.