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Sitting With Dogs

Sitting With Dogs

The Frozen Goldendoodle From The Shelter Is Unrecognizable Now| Pupdate

When I got the update, I had to pause for a second. Connor, the dog who once could not even stand up in the shelter, is now racing around his […]

His Kennel Card Said ‘Animal Aggressive’..Then I Sat Down and Saw Something Else

I Almost Walked Right Past Him, What Was Under the Blanket Broke Me

This Shelter Dog Was Shaking for Days..Then I Tried Something Different

They Had to Wrap This Dog in a Blanket Just to Touch Him..Watch What Happens Next

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Tito - Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler

Tito, Cattle Dog Mix, Found Alone at 5 Months—Now Tito Is Ready to Be Someone’s Loyal Shadow for Life

Tito’s story began in a park—just a scared puppy, alone, until a kind stranger stepped in and changed everything. Now, that once-frightened pup has grown into a smart, loyal, and […]
Wera - American Staffordshire Terrier

Wera, Staffordshire Terrier Mix, The Happy Girl Who Turns Every Day Into Playtime, Be Her Playmate

From the second you meet Wera, something shifts—your mood lifts, your smile shows up, and suddenly everything feels a little lighter. At just 1œ years old, Wera is pure happiness […]
Russell

Russell, Mixed Breed, The Total Package Companion You’ve Been Waiting For

Some dogs are fun. Some dogs are easy.Russell is both—and then some. He’s the kind of dog who fits into your life effortlessly while still bringing that extra spark of […]
Wyatt

Wyatt, Mixed Breed, The Sweet Pup Who’s Quietly Stealing Hearts, Meet Him Today

Wyatt may not be the loudest puppy in the room—but he might just be the one you fall for the fastest. Born in August 2025, this Black Mouth Cur and […]

Sitting With Dogs

This Shelter Dog Didn’t Move for 47 Minutes, Then Something Incredible Happened

We Gave Bobby the Basset Hound 10 Treats, Guess Which One He Chose (hint: the stinkiest one!)

We found her Wrapped in Duct Tape… then we Looked Underneath 😳

This Matted Maltipoo kept holding her Paw Up… then we Saw Why

This Broken Dog Wouldn’t Let Anyone Touch Him His Comeback Will Shock You

Watch Shelter Pit Bull’s First Tail Wag After Losing Hope

I Guessed This Shelter Dog’s Name… Watch His Emotional Reaction

Is this Shelter Basset Hound Trying To Tell me Somethings Wrong?

Their Owner Was Moving and Turned them in – Watch Their Emotional Reunion

This Shelter Dog Had Completely Shut Down Until One Decision Changed His Life

The “Everything Bagel” Puppy Was Too Scared To Move Until A Military Hero Saw His Potential

Watch this puppy discover love for the first time!

Sitting With Dogs

Can This Vintage Trailer Serve Coffee AND Save Dogs?

Is farming a dying industry? Not at Flip Farms. Discover how we’re combining a 1952 vintage trailer, premium coffee, and dog rescue to save lives and defy the odds. Meet Bodie, our latest rescue, and see how caffeine is funding a new future for shelter dogs.

Watch This Dog’s Reaction When She’s Told Good Girl After Losing Her Mom

A senior dog named Cindy shuts down after losing her owner. Watch as Rocky Kanaka sits with her and helps her feel safe again.

The Most Misunderstood Dog at the Shelter, Until I Discover This

When I first walked up to Mia’s kennel at Animal Friends of the Valleys, I honestly thought she might bite me. She was pressed into the back corner, growling, eyes […]

No One Looked Twice at This Nervous Shepherd Mix Until He Climbed Into Rocky’s Lap

Blaze spent a month trembling in his kennel before revealing the playful, affectionate dog he really is. Meet the shepherd mix now ready for adoption.

I Bought a GIANT Dog Rescue Farm and YOU Can Visit

Discover how Rocky and Kelly Kanaka plan to rescue more dogs than ever with Flip Farms, a new coffee fueled rehabilitation farm in Oceanside.

No One Knew Why This Puppy Trembled, Then the Garage Backstory Came Out

A five-month-old Dachshund-Chihuahua mix named Cocoa is recovering after animal control officers removed multiple small dogs from a home where neighbors reported hearing animal cries coming from a garage for […]

Everyone Walked Past the Quiet Red Dog, Not Knowing He Was the Best in the Shelter

Rusty was the quiet red dog everyone overlooked—until one moment revealed his gentle heart. Meet the young Jindo mix learning to trust again.

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 đŸ„č

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 đŸ„ș

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 […]

Rocky’s Road

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 […]

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.
The Surprising Reason this Pit Bull was Abandoned at the Shelter (Emotional)

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.
Rocky Kanaka

Rocky Kanaka is a Pet Rescue Advocate. He travels North America raising awareness about homeless pets so they can find their forever homes. “I believe that every dog deserves a loving home.”

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