From Puppy Mill to Park Princess - Meet Nova the Beagle
© Michel Rohner Arf & Wag
Meet Nova — a sweet 9-year-old Beagle with the gentlest soul and the biggest heart. We met her at El Retiro Park in Madrid, and from the very first tail wag, we knew she had a story worth telling.
Nova was rescued from a puppy mill, a heartbreaking start that too many dogs know. But despite her past, she radiates love, trust, and calm. She soaked up the sunshine and affection during our impromptu session — a reminder that every dog, no matter their background, deserves a second chance and a whole lot of cuddles.
Part of Paws Around the World — our global pet photography series celebrating dogs and the humans who love them.
Paws Around the World is a heart-led project by Arf & Wag, capturing beautiful, candid moments between dogs and their owners in cities across the globe. Each session supports our mission to build the Cusco Canine Sanctuary, giving street dogs in Peru a second chance at life.
All proceeds from our videos, merch, and memberships go toward Cusco Canine Rescue, a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit and legally established rescue in Peru. We're raising funds to build a no-kill sanctuary in Cusco—offering medical care, safety, and love to abandoned pups who need it most.
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