Just last week, Pawtcake received a distressing message via WhatsApp that led to the discovery of a dog in urgent need of help. The message detailed a heartbreaking…
Month: August 2025
Sometimes animals get stuck in some pretty tight places, and need a little human help to get free. Thankfully, you can always count on your local firefighters to…
The English mastiff, with its rugged body, broad skull, and square head, can weigh up to 250 pounds. So you don’t need a picture to see that a…
Meet Gumby. He is around 4 years old and has had major problems finding a home. He’s been adopted by several families, but was returned to the shelter every…
Animal rescues can perform miracles sometimes: even animals who are near-death can make an incredible comeback with the right love and care. That was the case recently, when…
Human garbage can be a serious hazard for animals. We’ve seen many stories of wildlife getting stuck in jars, bottles and cans. That was the case recently when…
It’s truly shocking how cruel some people can be towards innocent animals. It’s even more surprising how resilient these animals are, never losing their spirit or will to…
Lily was one of many stray dogs in Capetown, South Africa. She survived on scraps she found on the streets, but because her hind legs were paralyzed, she…
When a dog gets adopted, you hope that it’s for good, that they’ll have a very happy life and never have to return to the shelter. But for…
Poor puppy Mojo had no easy start to life. At four months old he was found abandoned, alone and starving, neglected and severely infected by scabies. But thanks…