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6 big dog stereotypes busted
These large dogs remind us that every dog is unique. So, give big dogs a chance.
Get the facts
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6 stories about big love for big dogs
These adopters chose large dogs to join their families and they couldn’t be happier about it.
Showing bigger is better
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A story of love and learning with an anxious dog
When Lou adopted a strong malamute-husky mix named Midas who had bounced between homes, he changed her life, too.
See how love makes it work
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Front row seat for a scared dog’s transformation
First-time foster volunteer shares her story about helping a scared Chihuahua find her rhythm and then a home.
Read Tres' story
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Listening to Lulu
Adopters experience a master class in boundaries and communication, taught by a dog.
The importance of understanding our pets
Best Friends Magazine
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Family falls for shy canine escape artist
Smokey’s a notorious fence hopper who’s not really into snuggles, but it was love at first sight for a new family that adores him just as he is.
See how he made himself at home
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Wisconsin shelter helps troubled dogs into homes
Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County forms K9 task force to support dogs needing extra help getting adopted.
Their all-hands-on-deck approach works
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How one family helped save 20 dogs (and counting)
A busy Houston family of five makes time to foster homeless pets and memorializes each one in a paw print memory book.
Read how the whole family helps
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Stopping puppy mills
It involves not only passing humane laws, but thwarting the industry’s ever-expanding sales tactics.
Learn more
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A young dog at the right place, at the right time
After meeting Homer at an art museum, the Thomases couldn’t stop thinking about him, so they made him the newest canine member of their family.
See why they said yes
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12 pups to make your National Dog Day
Celebrate National Dog Day with photos sure to make you smile.
Meet a dozen delightful doggos
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Husky mix gets help just when he needed it the most
Time was already running out for Hank when he arrived at the shelter, but the team that helped save his life was closer than anyone could have imagined.
Read how fostering helps
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Summer fun at the Sanctuary
From water to watermelon, check out how some of the animals at the Sanctuary are enjoying their summer.
See all the fun
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Big-hearted family making a big difference for dogs
Members of the Brooks family turned to fostering after losing their beloved dog, and now they’re on a mission to help as many dogs as they can.
See how lives are changed
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6 must-meet marvelous mutts
Get to know the painted ‘goofhound’ and giant ‘scrufflefluff’ this National Mutt Day.
Meet some one-of-a-kind pups
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