Maddie, the Coonhound, is a shiny example of composure. Her owner, Theron Humphrey, created this photo project of her entitled “Maddie on Things”, which has been such a success that it is still on-going. Together, they create interesting an unusual portraits featuring Maddie in funny scenarios.

Boo is the cutest dog in the world.

Inspiring story of man's best friend.

While on a walk with his owners, this poor pooch slipped into a badger burrow and was unable to get out. The owners tried to dig him out themselves but underestimated the depth of the hole. They eventually called in emergency services and the fire fighters spent 6 hours and had to dig a 3 meters hole in order to free the dog.

In a true story of compassion and human kindness, this lucky animal was rescued by a girl who found it badly injured. With the help of the local vet, this brave dog has since made a full recovery.

It's nothing but wonder that this dog survived after what he'd been through...

Springer spaniel Jess is a great helper for her owner on a farm in the UK. Three times a day the dog brings milk to orphaned young lambs—and then feeds them with a bottle. Jess has been trained to nurture lambs from an early age and her owner says that it would be hard without Jess' help on a farm with 270 sheep.

Mother dog Amanda saved her four puppies from fire in Chile. The pups were just 10 days old, and the dog picked them up in her mouth and took them from the burning house to the fire truck. She stood by her kids all the time and didn’t let them out from her sight when the vets came to check them over.

This touching picture shows what true friendship and dedication mean…

Labrador Byron performs dozens of everyday tasks for his disabled owner – from making bed to getting cash from an ATM.