Shelter Dogs

In 2011, Debbie Zeisler was leaving her house to check her mailbox when Bear, a dog that she had adopted from an animal shelter, suddenly blocked her path. Somehow, Bear sensed that Debbie, who suffers from seizures, was going to have an attack. Eager to get her mail, Debbie continued walking. Then the seizure struck, and Debbie fell down and banged her head. Bear ran to get help-but would he be able to find someone in time? Many shelter dogs go on to do extraordinary things after being rescued. From searching for earthquake survivors to helping people with medical problems, these dogs prove over and over just how special they are. Look inside to find out more about Bear and other incredible shelter dogs.