Darrell Chulack News Today

From a "bait" pup learning to love again to a 101-year-old adopting a shelters eldest cat, this year provided plenty of heartwarming stories.

Bamas previous owner dropped his leash and walked away upon discovering she didnt have the right paperwork to take the dog with her, police said.

"Even if he has one more year, well make it a great one," vowed the Chulack family who adopted 9-year-old beagle Rusty.