Jax

Stanley

Meet Jax and Stanley, two furry refuges from the Gulf Coast who are already putting the bad memories of being relinquished to a shelter behind them. After loads of belly rubs and TLC, both dogs are settling in comfortably in their new foster home. Jax is a snuggler who loves laps and naps, while independent Stanley staked out his comfy new bed.

Bruce

And here’s Bruce: 100-lbs. of sassy in a 10-lb. body. People who meet this tiny dynamo drop to their knees to properly greet him—they can’t help themselves!

We all know that the oil disaster impacted wildlife, but the spill also led to countless area residents surrendering their dogs to shelters when money grew too tight or when they relocated and left their dog behind. Animal angel Pamela Anderson led the way to a mass rescue and nearly 50 dogs—including Jax, Stanley and Bruce—made their way back to our Virginia headquarters where eager families were ready to take them home permanently or to foster them while they recuperate.

You, too, can save a life! If you are ready to open your heart and home to a companion, never buy from a breeder or a pet store, please adopt.

Written by Jennifer O’Connor

This morning’s Today show featured a story about the latest fad dog breed in China—and the astronomical prices people are willing to pay for the dogs—up to $600,000 in some cases. As he was introducing the story, Today host Matt Lauer asked co-host Meredith Vieira how much she would be willing to pay for a dog. “I like to get them from the pound, actually,” she replied.

That’s right! You can’t put a price tag on unconditional love—or on the great feeling you get from saving a life.

Written by Alisa Mullins