Actress Fran Drescher adopted a rescue dog and is encouraging others to Clear the Shelters, too.

A co-sponsor of the bill said similar programs have shown “great results” with veterans and that “we want to give that access to even more people.”

Dogs can react poorly to their diet or a bad attitude to an owner – so sometimes pet owners turn to “animal communicators” like Lydia Hiby to figure out what’s going on.

Even though they have lower adoption rates, dogs aged seven and older are typically housebroken, less destructive, and calmer than younger dogs.

Animal shelters across the country are once again teaming up with NBC and Telemundo stations to find loving homes for pets in need with the Clear The Shelters pet adoption and donation campaign.

This foster dog was so scared that he’d try to hide in the bushes on walks — and the moment he puts his head in his foster mom’s lap for the first time is pure magic.

When picking out a new pet at a shelter, you may see a sign that says “bonded pair.” What does it mean?

When Nala came to her foster home, she only had fur on half of her body and had never really been outside. Once she learned “how to be a dog,” she immediately fell in love with her whole family, even the cat.

When you adopt a shelter dog, you have no idea what kind of distinguished career it might go on to pursue.

After earning the trust of Mama the cat, this woman welcomed Mama into her home so she could give birth to seven babies.

Dr. Candace Croney, professor of animal behavior and well-being at Purdue University, shares the steps you should take to support your dog or cat as you spend less time at home.

They were told not to get too attached to this blind, sick puppy — but what happened next is a miracle.

Need some guidance on what type of pet best fits your lifestyle? We have some tips on what to look for in a new best friend.