Our pups are incredible companions and friends that are loyal, cuddly, and always there when you need them. Dogs truly are a man’s best friend and are a great inspiration – even to celebrities! Check out these uplifting and heart warming stories about celebrity pooch pals…

Did you know that the popular song “Martha My Dear” by the world The Beatles was actually inspired by Paul McCartney’s Old English Sheepdog of the same name? So when the catchy tune is stuck in your head, think about what pooch pals inspire you. How do your dogs inspire your creativity?

P!nk, another music industry veteran, has a passion for pets, including lovable pups. A few years ago, devastating news broke about a puppy being savagely tossed into the L.A. river. P!nk came to the rescue and doled out $5,000 to help pay for an emergency operation, which ultimately saved the dog’s life. The dog,  named Stella, made an full recovery and found a forever home with a local family.

Another inspiring story is of disc jockey Howard Stern and his wife, Beth Stern, whose beautiful bulldog Bianca inspired them to raise money for the North Shore Animal League. Beth Stern is an animal league spokesperson and advocate for animals.

When Bianca passed away, Beth was devastated and heartbroken. But instead of sulking in her pain from her newfound loss, Beth took action. She decided to get to work and raise money for the North Shore Animal League, to encourage others to adopt and foster pets in need. Beth ended up fostering another bulldog as well as a number of kittens.

Beth, an all around animal lover, took her tragedy and transformed her pain into action, which helped all her furry friends and their families.

Kelly Osbourne, daughter of famed rocker Ozzy Osbourne also has an affinity for four legged friends. Her dogs have proven to be her best of friends and even a life saver. Kelly recently posted a picture on Instagram and said, “#MyDogJustSavedMyLife we just went for a walk and I fell because Willy pulled me back from getting hit by a car!!!! Then he jumped on top of me to protect me! #WhatAHero!”

Kelly’s love of dogs is the motivation behind her philanthropic efforts. Currently she donates to the Onyz and Breezy Foundation, which helps fund spay and neuter programs, cancer research and overall animal health and welfare.