Feature Stories

Over the last 17 years, we have had the pleasure of working alongside many caring and hardworking women who use their voices to take a stand and help protect animals around the world. In honor of International Women’s Day, we want to recognize three outstanding women championing animal rights and welfare. From advocating for abused …

From the moment we looked into Lola’s sad eyes, she had our hearts. It was clear she had suffered her entire life, and we were determined to help her never have to endure pain again. Thanks to your kindness and generosity, we were able to rush aid to this sweet girl. We’re happy to report …

Last month, our team traveled to the Middle East for a special mission – bringing seven patriot pets to the United States! One of those lucky dogs was Leo, who Lieutenant Lindsey rescued while on deployment.
After several weeks and lots of planning and paperwork, our team was finally able to bring Leo home. And …

While our mission is to help animals, we love it when we can also help people at the same time, which is why we are so excited to introduce our new Shelter Support partner, PAWsitive Recovery. Based in Denver, Colorado, PAWsitive Recovery is a non-profit organization helping people and their animals heal from the wounds …

This month, we are contributing $150,000 in grants to local and international organizations to fund spay-neuter programs for stray and companion animals. From Egypt to Mexico to Cambodia, these grants will help our partners around the globe provide these essential services to animals in need and raise awareness of the importance of spaying and neutering.

We can not believe it’s been a year since 153 dogs and 133 cats rescued by Kabul Small Animal Rescue arrived in Vancouver, Canada, to start their new lives. It seems like just yesterday that we were tracking the flight, eagerly waiting on the tarmac for the plane to land. Thinking about the moment the …

When Army Specialist Jeremiah asked us to help him get Athena, the sweet puppy he rescued while on deployment, back to the U.S., we knew we had to help. We also knew it would not be easy. Rescuing and transporting an animal from overseas takes lots of time and planning and can cost as much …

In 2008, we launched our Operation Baghdad Pups: Worldwide program to help rescue and reunite U.S. service members with the animals they befriend while on deployment. Since then, our work has expanded beyond saving pups from Baghdad. We have helped over 1,200 dogs, cats, and even a donkey reunite with the heroes who rescued them. …

While on deployment, Sergeant Eric found a puppy scrounging for food near his base and knew she would not survive without him. He took her in, named her Liberty and quickly fell in love with the sweet pup. He feared Liberty would be forced to stay behind when his deployment ended. Heartbroken at that possibility, …

Robyn is a sweet dog with a fighting spirit. She was the victim of a terrible act of violence that left her on the brink of death. But this brave girl was not ready to give up, and neither was the dedicated team that rescued her. Now healed, Robyn is looking for the perfect family …