googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(‘VN_PG_DTAT_ATF’); }); In Spanish, libre means free. But when little Libre was surrendered to the Lancaster SPCA on Independence Day earlier this month, freedom was not something that he’d ever experienced. His horrific condition spoke volumes about the life he was forced to lead, and it was not a good one. Up to […]
Around the world, people still do horrible things to animals all in the name of “medicine.” Whether it’s killing rhinos for their horns or using rattlesnakes and their venom, the practices are disturbing, especially when you consider the lack of scientific evidence to support the old-world beliefs. But perhaps one of the meanest and cruelest […]
All dogs want to do is love their humans. That’s why when we hear stories like Aurora’s, our hearts can’t help but ache and nearly break. The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office in South Carolina got a call about a dog in desperate need. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; […]
It’s hard to think about, but animals are abused every single day. They’re taught to fight one another, they’re neglected, they’re left behind when families move. While it’s easy to ignore the problem, it’s not right. Mr. Jelly Lord is one of those unfortunate souls who was abused presumably his whole life. When Unleashed Pet […]
AMA Animal rescue recently discovered a pit bull whose condition will reduce you to tears. They found him sick, starving, and neglected, chained up outside without any affection or attention. It’s truly heartbreaking. This is Norman. He endured nearly a lifetime of abuse and neglect. YouTube / AMA Animal Rescue When he was found, he […]
Meet Smurf — his body was beaten, tortured, burned, and abused…but his spirit never crumbled. Facebook / Nine Lives Foundation This terrified kitten (who is approximately 2 months old) was dropped off at a San Jose animal shelter in California this week. Not only was his fur dyed purple, but his body was covered in […]
These fourteen different animals were living a life of neglect and abuse at disguting farms and zoos. Thankfully, they were rescued by my new heroes, Farm Sanctuary. Most people probably aren’t aware of the amazing things Farm Sanctuary does for animals. Two woman wanted to change that (and to change the hearts of thousands). Jessica […]
Everyone was in good spirits as one Redditor enjoyed Christmas celebrations alongside family and friends, but when someone looked out into the backyard, they noticed something heartbreaking. The dog that found his way onto the property was beaten, battered, and in serious need of help. The heartbroken friends reached out to Guardians of the Green […]
Universe, meet Brody. He’s an 8-week-old puppy from Rock Hill, South Carolina, and he’s basically the cutest. Facebook / Alicia Schwartz While it’s not obvious in the image above, Brody’s life recently hung in the balance after he endured being shot 18 times with a BB gun. He was rushed to a local animal hospital […]
As goat breeders, one married couple (and friends of this Redditor) took wonderful care of their quality tested and loving animals. Sadly, two of their goats were stolen from their farm. When they saw a listing on Craigslist for a “free baby boy goat- just come get him,” they went in hopes of finding one […]