Feel-good stories about shelters, cats and dogs

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A photo of a light and dark brown-colored pitbull who is running in a grassy backyard

Waldorf the pitbull overcomes back-to-back surgeries

During an active day at doggy daycare, this goofy pup ended up with two knee injuries — but the unexpected vet bills didn’t stop there.

A photo of four different dogs sitting in a park with leashes on

Most popular dog names of 2021

Out of all of the dogs that were signed up for Fetch pet insurance in 2021, these were the names we saw the most.

Three people laugh in a photo in The Dig’s article about Jacksonville Humane Society’s Toast to the Animals event

Jacksonville Humane Society’s Toast to the Animals event

Join the shelter for a night of giving, to celebrate all of the impactful work the shelter’s medical fund does.

A staff member wearing a blue shirt pets an orange cat in The Dig’s article about Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

This animal center believes responsible pet parents should be prepared for emergencies.

A dog in a field getting their photo taken in The Dig’s article about Jacksonville Humane’s Society’s pet photo contest

Jacksonville Humane Society’s Cutest Pet Photo Contest

Upload pictures of your pet or vote on your favorite pets (it’ll be hard to choose) to donate to the shelter.

A Labrador Retriever puppy is held by a guest in The Dig’s article about Charleston Animal Society’s Frisky A GoGo gala

Charleston Animal Society’s Frisky a GoGo Gala

It's a chance to bring out your go-go (or black-tie) attire while supporting the rescue organization’s important operations.

A black dog jumps into a pool in The Dig’s article about Brandywine Valley SPCA’s Bark on the Boards block party

Brandywine Valley’s Bark on the Boards block party

Meet pets, enjoy live music and donate to their lifesaving mission.

A child wearing a red shirt stands with a beagle in The Dig’s article about Charleston Animal Society

Charleston Animal Society

An animal welfare organization with plans to make all of South Carolina no-kill

A black and white puppy on a beach with an orange ball in The Dig’s article about Jacksonville Humane Society’s event

Jacksonville Humane Society’s Tides and Tails event

Name a better combination than pets and beachside cocktails, we’ll wait

A volunteer walks a brown and black dog on a beach in The Dig’s article about Brandywine Valley SPCA

Brandywine Valley SPCA

An animal shelter that puts an emphasis on community by teaching the next generation of pet parents how to properly care for animals.

A silver pit mix sits on top of a mountain with trees in the background.

A pit mix named Sydney proves that life is full of adventure

Rescue pup Sydney’s adventurous spirit sometimes brought emergency vet visits. But, with pet insurance he was able to get the best care and get back to exploring.

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