Animal Cruelty Case in Walker County, Ga.

Five people in Walker County, Ga. are facing charges after animal control found animals in deplorable conditions at a home, with some already dead. The home had urine-soaked carpets, feces, moldy food, and an insect infestation. More than 20 animals were rescued and some are up for adoption.

National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day and Stories of Pets Changing Lives

National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is celebrated to raise awareness for shelter animals. NPR shared stories of how pets changed lives, including saving owners, providing comfort, and offering companionship. These heartwarming stories highlight the impact of adopting pets from shelters.

Family, Infertility, Parenthood

Patricia Heaton shares her thoughts on the importance of family and the challenges of infertility, highlighting the diverse paths to parenthood and the emotional journey it entails.

Deann Borshay Liem's Adoption Story and Korean Adoption Scandal

Deann Borshay Liem's adoption paperwork contained two childhood photographs labeled with the name Cha Jung Hee, revealing widespread fraud and human rights violations in Korean adoption agencies. More than 140,000 South Korean children were adopted abroad after the Korean war. Liem discovered her birth mother was alive, leading to her sharing her adoption story and thoughts on justice for adoptees.

South Korea's mishandling of adoptions

South Korea has been a top country sending babies abroad for adoption, and recent investigations have revealed mishandling of adoptions by the country's agencies.

The Baker Nine Tragedy and Adoption Story

The story of the Baker Nine, orphaned in a tragic accident in 1962 and later adopted by the Meyers family, highlighting the power of love, adoption, and forgiveness.

Sexual Abuse Case Involving Georgia Couple

Entrepreneur Paris Hilton spoke with Fox News about advocating for reform in residential youth facilities. A Georgia couple was sentenced to 100 years in prison for sexually abusing their two adopted sons. Two other men were also prosecuted in connection with the case.

Kentucky Teacher Adopts Student and Siblings

Kentucky teacher adopts student and his siblings, completing their family of six. The adoption process began during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 and became official in March 2022.

Thomas Rhett's Marriage Struggles

Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren Akins faced challenges in their marriage while adopting and getting pregnant at the same time, but they persevered and strengthened their relationship.

Foul-mouthed parrot named Pepper finds forever home

A foul-mouthed parrot named Pepper finds a forever home after attracting attention on Facebook and receiving over 400 adoption applications. Pepper settled in Olean, New York, alongside an African grey parrot named Shelby.

Kitten Fostering

Learn about the experience of two seasoned kitten foster parents and their personal stories, debunking myths and sharing insights on fostering kittens.

Baby Abandoned in East London

A baby girl named Elsa was found abandoned in a shopping bag in east London, and DNA tests revealed she is the third child abandoned by the same parents in similar circumstances over the last seven years. The older siblings have been adopted, while Elsa is in foster care.

Adopting a Paralyzed Cat

Shrimp, a 3-year-old cat in Texas, is seeking a forever home after sustaining a spinal cord injury in Dec. 2022. Despite being paralyzed, Shrimp is happy, healthy, and requires minimal care.

Firefighter Adopts Dog After Rescuing Her

Firefighter adopts terrier named Martha after rescuing her from deceased owner’s home. Martha becomes a happy companion in her new home.

Animal Shelter Story: Mr. O Goes Viral

Mr. O, a white-and-orange cat, was surrendered at an animal shelter in Maryland after his original family moved and could not take him. He has gone viral on Facebook due to his deep sadness, but the shelter is confident he will be adopted soon.

Rescue Cat Looking for Forever Home

Pumpkin, a three-year-old cat rescued from a hoarding situation in New York, is looking for her forever home at the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons. She is described as having a gentle soul with a pleasant disposition and is happiest lounging in a sunny spot.

Dog named Aries and Dale up for adoption

A dog named Aries ran a mile from her owner's car accident to Hounds Town Doggy Day Care in Detroit for help. The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons is looking for someone to adopt Dale, a one-year-old German shepherd found as a stray in Texas.