This fluffy white beauty is a Great Pyrenees, a gentle breed that is something of a giant when full-grown. Cosette is just over a year old and already 30 kg despite a tragic start. She had been abandoned, left to die along with other ...

While the Japanese government continues to give asylum seekers the cold shoulder, one American church worker offers them a helping hand.

Two-year-old Bateau is a classic — free-spirited, charming, with the grace and agility of one of the big cats.

Five-month-old Volauvent was found in a temple where locals often shamelessly abandon their dogs.

Though her eyes are a brilliant jade green, Pu'er's personality is like that of the sweet girl next door.

Miggy, now rechristened Minnie, was first featured here in April of last year. A 12-year-old powerhouse at the time, Minnie has only gotten bigger and better.

Fantine is gentle and quiet — really a lovely dog that will be happy with trustworthy company and comfort she can count on.

Once shunned by his in-laws because of his race, father of four hopes to change minds in Japan, little by little.

Brother Surfing and sister Canoe are absolutely in love with each other and so happy together that it would be cruel to separate them.

Unlike other dachshunds, Kukuru is not one to test her owner, but is content with being lovably low-maintenance.

Hana, who was first featured here in March 2015, has found a home in Tokyo with Keiki Yamanoi and Canadian native Suzanne Jensen.