Pet Stories
Our furry and feathered friends bring so much joy to our lives. They love us unconditionally and live in the moment. For many of us, our pets are nothing short of earth angels: like the wheelchair-bound therapy dog who brings cheer to sick children or the stray kitten that restored a woman’s faith during a trying time.
If you are a dog devotee or a feline fanatic or simply love animals of all kinds, read our inspirational stories about the affection, protection and happiness animals bring us.
Recent Pet Stories Updates
A woman finds a rescued feral cat unapproachable—until an unlikely expert offers his assistance.
A woman turns to prayer when her family's new dog, a frightened and confused rescue, struggles to fit in.
November is National Diabetes Month—and that includes cats, too! Here's important information on how diabetes is a growing problem for our feline friends.
Guideposts staffers share tales of how they came to be matched with their beloved cats.
Guideposts' copy chief Keren Baltzer shares the story of when she received a surprise gift -- and a friend for life.
Meet Fred, and learn about his journey from the subway to the home of Guideposts executive editor Rick Hamlin.
Sharon Azar-Hahn of Guideposts shares the story of her cat, Sunshine.
Watch to learn how our online managing editor met her kitties.
Long prone to panic attacks, an Ohio woman used prayer, positive thinking and a rambunctious new puppy to calm her fears.
Sister Michael Marie spreads hope by rescuing pets and other domestic animals in areas stricken by natural disasters.
