Dog Given Up for Being ‘Too Puppyish’
Close-up of Lhasa Apso mix Rufus
Dog Given Up for Being ‘Too Puppyish’

This dog is so cute, his owner couldn’t handle it—literally.

Edgar Is in Search of a Home Nevermore
Black cat with small elephant toy
Edgar Is in Search of a Home Nevermore

Edgar’s days of wandering along the “Nightly” shore are now behind him.

Cat Risks Several Lives Dodging Cars at Gas Station
Kenny, a cat PETA rescued from a gas station, lying on Oriental rug
Cat Risks Several Lives Dodging Cars at Gas Station

A gas station is a great place to grab a soda, use the rest room, or fill up your car. It’s not a great home for a cat.

No More Dungeons for This Princess
Happy black-and-white dog
No More Dungeons for This Princess

A rescued pit bull gets a new home—her abuser gets jail time.

Video: For Rescued Marley, Every Little Thing Gonna Be Alright
Video: For Rescued Marley, Every Little Thing Gonna Be Alright

After being rescued from life on a chain, Marley isn’t worried about a thing.

He Was in the Pits, but Now, Fritz Is Puttin’ on the Ritz
He Was in the Pits, but Now, Fritz Is Puttin’ on the Ritz

This poodle mix looked like a tired old dog, but looks can be deceiving. Check out his amazing makeover.

After a Life Spent Chained Up, This Dog’s Retirement Looks Golden
After a Life Spent Chained Up, This Dog’s Retirement Looks Golden

Like plenty of other retired folks, Kale is living out his golden years in sunny Florida. But life wasn’t always walks on the beach for this senior dog.

All He Wants for Christmas Is You
Black and white kitten on back of couch with brighlty lit Christmas tree in background
All He Wants for Christmas Is You

When his owners decided that there was no room at the inn for this playful kitten, he found himself in need of a guardian angel.

This Video Will Melt Your Heart: Christmas the Puppy’s First Holiday
This Video Will Melt Your Heart: Christmas the Puppy’s First Holiday

Gone are the days when Christmas had to fight for scraps just to survive.

These Hamsters Have Seen Some ‘Stranger Things’
These Hamsters Have Seen Some ‘Stranger Things’

Now they’re ready for the next chapter in their adventure.

WATCH: PETA’s Animal Rescue Team Returns From Puerto Rico, With a Few Friends in Tow
WATCH: PETA’s Animal Rescue Team Returns From Puerto Rico, With a Few Friends in Tow

The animals who endured the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria have been to hell and back. Get to know a few of these dear souls, and learn how you can help them.

Blind Dog Can Envision Herself on Your Couch
Blind Dog Can Envision Herself on Your Couch

Coco is one of 10 dogs being evacuated from devastated Puerto Rico by PETA’s rescue team.

Dallas May Be Pint Size, but He Has a Heart as Big as Texas
Dallas May Be Pint Size, but He Has a Heart as Big as Texas

Can you help this little rhinestone cowboy find a place to hang his 10-gallon hat?

They Survived the Flood—Now They Seek New Homes
Sweet cream-colored dog being held by PETA staffer
They Survived the Flood—Now They Seek New Homes

PETA’s rescue team has returned from Texas with some extra passengers: 67 dogs and cats from shelters in the disaster area who are in search of new homes.

Gajraj the Elephant’s Journey to Freedom After 51 Years
Gajraj the Elephant’s Journey to Freedom After 51 Years

Gajraj the ailing elephant’s misery has come to an end, and he has arrived at his new home!

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