I Guessed This Shelter Dog’s Name… Watch His Emotional Reaction
The moment I saw him, I knew this was going to be one of those stories I’d carry with me for a long time. He was frozen to the floor […]
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Roxi the Sweet 12-Year-Old Miniature Poodle Looking for a Calm Forever Home
Meet Roxi, a gentle 12-year-old female miniature poodle with a bum back-left leg. This sweet girl is calm, affectionate, and bonds deeply with her caregivers, though she can also be […]
Helios the Sweet 8-Month-Old Pit Bull Mix Ready to Blossom in a Loving Home
Meet Helios, an 8-month-old Pit Bull (possibly Lab) mix who was turned in by his owner. Already neutered, this handsome pup has a stunning champagne-colored coat and striking silver-green eyes […]
Suzie the Sweet 2-Year-Old Pit Bull Mix Is Waiting to Meet Her Forever Family
Meet Suzie, a gentle and affectionate Pit Bull (possibly Rottie or Dobie mix) who arrived as a stray on 1/19/2026. At about 2 years old and around 50 lbs, she’s […]
Magnetic Mookie the Chow-Shepherd Mix who Arrived as a Stray Is Full of Love and Fun
Meet Mookie, a charming 10-month-old Chow Chow/Shepherd mix who arrived as a stray on 1/22/2026. With his soft reddish-brown coat and soulful brown eyes, Mookie is impossible to resist. Though […]
Deciding what’s Next for this Little Guy that Can’t Stop Shaking 🥺
When I first met Bodie, he was a tiny storm cloud of fur and nerves. Sitting in his kennel, he pressed himself toward the door as if freedom might walk […]
The Photographer Who Captured Flip’s Soul Is Changing How the World Sees Shelter Dogs
Before there was a book, a farm, or even a YouTube series called Sitting With Dogs, there was Flip—a rescued boxer who changed everything for Rocky Kanaka. Flip taught Rocky […]
The Most ‘Broken’ Terrier Dog I’ve Sat With 🥺
When a small, shaggy dog arrived at the shelter late one afternoon, staff quickly noticed something was off. He didn’t bark. He didn’t move. He didn’t even blink much. Instead, […]
Watch her reaction to being told ‘Good Girl’ 🥹
I When I first saw her, I thought—Mastiff mix, maybe with a hint of Shepherd. The kind of dog that should be big and solid, all muscle and heart. But […]
Watch the Moment I Realize I Have to Take Her 🥹
👉 Adopt Olive, application here. When I sat down on the shelter floor, this young, blocky-headed sweetheart crawled right into my lap like a toddler asking for comfort. Despite a […]
The Surprising Reason He Was Attacked
Terrified and cowering, Leonis the Border Collie mix is learning bravery step by step—now he’s ready to find the loving home he deserves.
Can a Simple Song Save this Lonely Shelter Pup? 🥹
Shelter staff had moved her into the photo studio, a space usually reserved for adoption portraits with good lighting and clean backdrops. Instead of sitting pretty for the camera, Sally […]
Watch the Moment this Neglected Dog is Reunited with Her Sister and their YEAR LONG Transformation 🥹
Pippa & Polly finally find a forever home together—plus happy adoption updates on Maple, Ryder, Dylan, and Penelope in this heartwarming pupdate.
Watch the Moment I Figure Out WHY This American Bulldog is Hiding in the Shelter
I walked into the kennel row and found a blocky-headed beauty tucked behind her cot, trying to disappear. No kennel card. No info. Just wrinkles, worry, and a pair of […]
Watch the Moment Scared Puppy Comes Out of Hiding 🥹
Terrified and hiding at the shelter, Lucy the puppy had given up—until one small moment changed everything.
Watch Shelter Dog’s Reaction To Hearing His Name Once Again 🥹
Bagel, a six-month-old Australian Cattle Dog mix surrendered when his family had a baby, is playful, smart, and ready for adoption—while his timid roommate Sylvia, likely rescued from Tijuana, needs patience and time to trust. Both are waiting at the San Diego Humane Society for their forever homes.
She’s been Shut Down her Whole Life…Until Now 🥹
Five-month-old Bunny came into the San Jacinto shelter as part of a cruelty case. Animal control had been called to an apartment complex after someone grew concerned about the condition […]
Two Rescues. One Mission. Rebecca Zamolo and Rocky Kanaka Team Up for Dogs and Moms
Famous YouTubers Rebecca Zamolo and Rocky Kanaka team up to spotlight two powerful rescues—a stray dog named Canelo and a fertility mission to help women become moms. One story, one mission: second chances.
Kahu: the Powerful Hawaiian Wisdom Fueling This Dog Rescuer’s Incredible Work.
Discover how the Hawaiian concept of *kahu* transforms the way we care for rescue dogs, focusing on guiding, protecting, and building a deeper bond beyond ownership.
Cherished Moments and Loving Goodbyes: Remembering Jalapeño
This special needs pup captured many hearts, including Kelly’s and mine. We often fondly remember him as the foster dog we wish we’d kept. Before Kobe, we had a steadfast […]
This is the BIGGEST mistake you can make when adopting a new pet
If you are thinking of adopting or rescuing a pet, you need to avoid this common mistake that many families make.
Exploring the Rewards and Challenges of Fostering Dogs
In a candid interview, Rocky shares his experiences and insights into the world of fostering dogs and pet rescue, shedding light on the joys, challenges, and profound impact of his efforts.
Goodbye Flip
Today I had to say goodbye to my best friend, Flip. This was one of the hardest and saddest days of my life, and while I am trying to process […]
