Furry Adoption Program Pairs Senior Cats with Senior Citizens Who 'Just Want Companionship'
At least 56 shelters across 35 states beside Virginia offer similar programs for their older adoptable pets.
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Couple Charged with Animal Cruelty After Leaving 10-Week-Old Puppy in Hot Car, 'Screaming in Pain'
Dillard is doing well and will soon be going to a new home - hopefully one that values his safety and comfort more than his previous owners.
'She's My Hero': Dog's Barks at 3 in the Morning Save Her Owner from Raging House Fire
The fire was much more extensive than it first appeared. Fire crews were on scene and managed to put out the fire, but it took some doing.
After Dog Manages to Dig Way Under Foundation of Home, Police 'Dog Whisperers' Called In for Rescue
Finally, after more digging and maneuvering, Officer Rave was able to catch the dog by the tail and pull her out of her predicament.
Police Warn Residents of Texas Town: Watch Out for Venomous Snake on the Loose
While the cobra's owner believes it has died, authorities are still warning people to keep their eyes peeled.
Florida Firefighters Rescue 7 Pups from Unoccupied Home - Cause of Fire Unknown
The owner's sister took the two dogs in critical condition to a local emergency clinic, where they are being treated.
Beloved Cat Finally Returned to Massachusetts Owner After 6-Year 'Unimaginable Journey'
Mini Max had been found by a family about 10 miles away, and his microchip led the animal hospital to Kudzma.
Dog Found After Suspects Force Way Into Hotel Room and Assault Owner Before Making Off with Pup: Police
Detective Ricky Amador arranged to meet the sellers of a dog that looked just like Prada under the guise of buying the pup.
Dog Finally Finds Loving Family After Suffering Chemical Burns and Being Thrown from a Truck
Beanz, a 8-month-old pit bull mix, hasn't let the cruel treatment he received affect his joy for life or his love of people.
After Dog Is Seen Stumbling Down Street Bleeding from Mouth, Vets Discover Tongue Was Cruelly Cut Out
It didn't take long for the vet to discover that the poor young pup was missing his tongue - and it didn't look like an accident, either.
Real Life 'Homeward Bound': Puppy Survives Full Month Alone in Wilderness
Finally, on July 17, a worker at a nearby ranch who'd spotted the lost posters also spotted a tiny, matted white dog at the side of the road.
Cat Hoarder Sentenced to Jail Time and 15-Year Probation After Leaving Dozens of Felines to Starve
She now faces 364 days in jail and 15 years of probation, and she is banned from owning or rescuing any animals.
Watch: Firefighters Rescue Dog Loose for 5 Days, Found Trapped Inside Cincinnati Garage Walls
The spirited dog appears to be no worse for wear, other than having possibly 'lost a pound or two' and being 'terribly stinky,' according to her owners.
'She Adopted Us': Police Detective Who Lost His Leg in Crash Gives Double Amputee Dog Her Forever Home
They immediately had a special place in their hearts for the little shih tzu because someone in their family could relate to her condition.
After Disappearing for 10 Years, Lost Dog Found 1,600 Miles from Home Finally Reunites with Family
Once his family realized Razzle was still out there, they were desperate to reunite - but there were 1,600 miles between them.
Recovered Addict Helps Woman Get Into Rehab After She Admits to Stealing His Dog
He got a call saying that Darla might have been found - but deceased. As he waited for the heartbreaking confirmation, he got another call.
Dog Helps Save Colt's Life After It Begins Suffocating During Birth in the Middle of the Night
'All of the sudden this little girl shoved her nose into my shoulder so hard and went "woof" just like she meant business.'
Community Comes Together to Help Couple Rescue Pets Left Behind After Wildfire Took Everything
'I was really lucky to be able to do what I did, and what I did was not right. It put people in a difficult situation. I was desperate.'
Police Urge Citizens to Report Animals Seen in Hot Cars After Freeing Dog from Scorching Vehicle
The owner got his dog back from the humane society the next morning and insists that he did no wrong.
Worker Spots Dog Sitting in Dumpster, Saves Her Before She Is Crushed by Trash Truck Compactor
Following his normal routine, the worker loaded the dumpster and was about to empty it when movement caught his eye.
Dog Found Injured and Tied to Mile Marker on Road Finds Forever Home with Police Officer Who Rescued Her
The tiny, senior chihuahua had lived this long only to be dumped in her twilight years, easy prey to anything.