Pet Story Book - City Rescue Pets

Line Drawing of a Cat and Dog - Characters in This Pet Story Book. They Are Snuggling With Each Other

Looking for a Heartwarming Pet Story Book?

The City Rescue Pets book is coming soon!

Follow the journeys of cats, dogs, and even pet pigs as they experience the ups and downs of life. Some start in loving homes, while others face challenges that lead to them being surrendered or abandoned.

Thankfully, they find their way to a foster home, where they are cared for, loved, and given a second chance. Some are lucky enough to find their forever families—but not every story has a happy ending.

City Rescue Pets is a touching and eye-opening look at the realities of pet rescue, adoption, and the impact a caring foster home can have. Stay tuned for its release!

The Story of Hammy - One of the Pets in the City Rescue Pets Pet Story Book

Line Drawing of a Small Pet Pig on a Couch - a Character in This Pet Story Book.

Cindy had always loved pigs, so her boyfriend thought a pet pig would be the perfect surprise. But while Cindy adored little Hammy, she wasn’t prepared for the responsibility—her long work hours made it impossible to give him the care he needed.


Fortunately, a kindhearted colleague at the hospital, Thomas, offered to take Hammy in.

Under Thomas’s care, Hammy was spoiled and cherished, living a happy life for many years. But when Thomas suffered a heart attack, his children, unsure of what to do, surrendered Hammy to a nearby shelter.

Now, the once-beloved pig faced an uncertain future. Would he spend his remaining days as an outdoor shelter pig, or would someone open their heart and home to him once again?

Read this inspiring pet story book to find out what happens to Hammy!

Mischief - An Orange Cat Character in This Pet Story Book

Line Drawing of a Sleepy Looking Orange Cat - a Character in This Pet Story Book.

Mischief was a tiny bundle of energy when he was given to 6-year-old Maria as a gift. Delighted, she named him Boris.


But as a young child, Maria wasn’t able to properly care for him, and without the right training or attention, Boris became mischievous and unruly. One day, he slipped out of the house and never returned.

Alone on the streets, Boris faced an uncertain fate—until a rescue found him. They took him in, neutered him, and gave him the care he had been missing. They named him Mischief.

Soon, he was placed in a loving foster home where he learned what it meant to be part of a family again. But would this once-lost troublemaker finally find his true furrever home?

Cooper - A Cane Corso Dog in this Pet Story Book

Line Drawing of a Black Cane Corso Dog - a Character in This Pet Story Book.

Cooper was a cherished member of his family—well-socialized, loving, and the perfect guard dog. He had spent years loyally protecting his home and bringing joy to his humans.


But when his family decided to move closer to their relatives, they were devastated to learn that Cooper’s breed was banned in their new town. Heartbroken, they felt that they had no choice but to give him up.

Now, Cooper faced an uncertain future. Would he find a new home where he could once again stand watch, keeping his new beloved humans safe? Or would the stigma surrounding his breed make it impossible for him to start over?

City Rescue Pets - A Pet Story Book That Tells It Like It Is

Line Drawing of Two Pitbull Dogs - Characters in This Pet Story Book. One is Brindle Colored and One is White With Brown Spots

Owning a pet is a lifelong commitment, but not everyone takes that responsibility seriously. Others face unexpected life changes that make it impossible to keep their beloved pets.


Thankfully, animal shelters, rescues, and foster homes step in to provide care and second chances for these now-unwanted or displaced animals. These organizations work tirelessly to ensure every pet finds a loving home, offering hope where it’s needed most.


This book tells the heartfelt and sometimes heartbreaking stories of the pets fostered by a family in Jersey City. Some found loving forever homes, while others faced struggles with uncertain outcomes.


Follow their journeys, experience their triumphs and challenges, and see the realities of animal rescue through the eyes of those who gave them a second chance.

City Rescue Pet Story Book - Coming Soon!

Line Drawing of a Rabbit and a Tortoise - Two Pets in This Story

City Rescue Pets follows the journey of a city family as they foster—and sometimes adopt—pets in need. This heartwarming and sometimes heartbreaking book shares the stories of animals who find themselves homeless for various reasons.


Some are lucky enough to be fostered and placed in loving furrever homes, while others are not as fortunate. Sadly, when pets are abandoned or surrendered, they often face uncertain and difficult futures.

Stay updated on the book’s release by joining the City Rescue Pets newsletter! Subscribers will receive exclusive updates, announcements about related events, and insights into the world of pet fostering and rescue.

Explore the City Rescue Pets website to learn about pet ownership in the city. Maybe a dog is too much work for your lifestyle or you’re allergic to cats—don’t worry! There are plenty of other wonderful pets that might be the perfect match for you.

This website profiles all kinds of different pets that you might have in the city. From fish to degus, to bearded dragons, to hissing cockroaches and more - you can enter the world of pet ownership even if you don't have a lot of time or space.

Not ready for pet ownership? You can still make a difference! Discover other ways to help animals, such as volunteering at shelters, assisting wildlife, or engaging in eco-tourism. You’ll also find resources on how to turn your passion for animals into a career or even start your own 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to help pets in need.

Enjoy the website, the book, and the journey of giving animals a second chance at happiness!

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