We found her Wrapped in Duct Tape… then we Looked Underneath 😳
I’ve seen a lot of things walking into shelters over the years. Fear. Confusion. Dogs who just shut down completely. But when I met this big black dog, something felt […]
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Fern the Terrier/Poodle Mix—A Playful Puppy Ready to Steal Your Heart 🌿
Meet Fern, a 4-month-old, 12-pound Terrier/Poodle mix with a happy, playful personality and a love for people, toys, and cuddles. This sweet little pup is full of energy and curiosity, […]
Fitz the German Shepherd–Hound Mix—Your Adventure Buddy for Life
Meet Fitz, a 4-year-old, 49-pound German Shepherd–Hound mix with a zest for life and a heart full of love. With his happy-go-lucky personality, Fitz is always ready for a new […]
Gambit the Pit Bull Mix—A Gentle Puppy With a Heart of Gold
Meet Gambit, a Pit Bull mix born on 1/15/26, whose soulful eyes and tender nature instantly win hearts. This calm, sweet boy loves affection and happily soaks up all the […]
Snoopy – The Adorable Puppy Ready to Steal Your Heart
Meet Snoopy (AL), a neutered male mix breed puppy with a personality as bright as his sparkling eyes. At just about 5 weeks old in December 2025, Snoopy and his […]
Loyal Dog Stayed Beside Her Owner for Days, Now She Needs a New Beginning
I don’t know if you’re anything like me, but when I see a dog with eyes full of fear and loss, something inside me tightens. That was my first reaction […]
Olive’s Life Is Changing Forever at Flip’s Farm — Pupdate & Adoption News!
Follow the incredible transformations in this pupdate, including Oscar the pit bull, Fiona the English Bulldog, Pumpkin, Faith the senior husky mix, Archer, Mateo, and Monty—see where they are now and how far they’ve come.
Watch Whipped Cream bring “FEARFUL” labeled dog out of hiding 🥹
When a large, fearful dog named Scratch hid from everyone at the shelter, no one expected what happened next. Watch how her story took an unbelievable turn—right as the cameras were rolling.
A Shelter Story That Found Its Way to the Bestseller List
When Rocky Kanaka first sat quietly beside a trembling, neglected dog in a shelter kennel, he didn’t know that moment would lead to a book connecting with readers across the […]
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.
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 […]
