Success Stories

Alvin, the shepherd-husky blend chewing on his own leash.

Fifth Time’s the Charm

Alvin, chewing on his own leash in one of Helen Woodward Animal Center’s play yards.     There’s nothing more heartbreaking in the animal rescue world than a return. The …

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Puppy blind in left eye sees a bright future unfold

  Each orphan pet that comes through the doors of Helen Woodward Animal Center displays unique traits and challenges, but each one has a pure heart. This September, the Center …

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The Final “Miracle Puppy” Finds Her Forever Home

A few days before Christmas last year, Helen Woodward Animal Center truly experienced a Holiday Miracle when an animal transport vehicle carrying 40 puppies from Louisiana flipped onto its side …

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Rescued Beagles from the Lab-Testing Breeding Facility in Virginia

In July, around 4,000 beagles were rescued from a mass lab-testing breeding facility in Virginia. This initiative is part of the Humane Society of the United States ‘largest operation ever.’ …

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Mason the Happy Go Lucky Retriever Blend

Mason, an adorable Labrador Retriever blend, found a safe haven at Helen Woodward Animal Center after being transferred from one of our Oklahoma partners along with his sister and 27 …

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Mia Found Under a Tractor with Broken Leg Heals

  Mia’s story began in Oklahoma when one of our rescue partners found her abandoned underneath a tractor. Unable to give her the space and medical care she needed, they …

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Due to Hurricane Hilary, all  departments will be closing at 3pm today.  Stay safe!