This is a touching story of one mother’s love towards her son. The parable, which has been widely circulated on the Internet (author unknown), reveals how a parent will sometimes lie to a child in order to protect them from poverty and give them hope for the future. Her sacrifices do not go unnoticed, and…
When authorities found Zara, a Schnauzer mix, almost a year ago she was barely recognizable. She was left in a crate in a vestibule of an apartment building to fend for herself. Neglected and then abandoned, Zara’s fur was so overgrown and matted that it was nearly impossible to tell what condition she was in….
Trees are one of Nature’s most precious creations. Not only do they provide us with oxygen that allow us to breath, they provide us with much of the material that we use in every day life for thousands of years. They not only sustain life, they are stunningly beautiful. A few are technically not trees…
When I first saw this video I wondered what in earth this woman was doing in her PJs hanging off the side of the outside stairs until I realized what she was trying to do! This clip was posted with the caption “Meanwhile in Alaska…when you wake up at 5 am to a bear in…
Sweet little Violet was pulled from a shelter after being surrendered by her owners. She was mauled by another dog and the owners attempted to self treat her before turning her over to be euthanized. She was definitely one of the Vet Ranch’s most heartbreaking cases. But after being treated by Dr. Karri, she is…
This baby horse’s rescue story brought tears to my eyes. When he was found he was barely alive. Half a year later, he has been crowned the RSPCA’s rescue horse of the year! Six months ago, when Gizmo was brought into the Catley Cross Veterinary Clinic in Halstead, England he was dying. The piebald colt…
They wanted to capture a baby dolphin on camera, and it cost her her life. Last week, a Franciscana dolphin died after beachgoers in Argentina pulled her and another dolphin from the water so that people could take photos. Images from the scene show the young dolphin being held high above the throng of eager…
Do you bring your dogs to work? This car mechanic does. He brings his Dachshund to a car repair shop, where the wiener dog lends a paw around the shop. The dog even has a tailor-made coverall with pockets that can carry small wrenches so he can help out his human. These pictures first appeared…
These retired race horses are finding a renewed purpose in life by helping veterans deal with the invisible scars of war. The unique program is called Saratoga War Horse and teaches veterans from across the United States how to communicate with a horse. “Whatever emotions I had, whatever I was feeling, at that time inside…
When Coalition to Unchain Dogs learned that Oreo and Mama were chained outside, they wanted to help the dog’s owner Belinda, the elderly woman who rescued them. Her landlord doesn’t allow pets inside the house, so the dogs were tethered outdoors. The Coalition to Unchain dogs has a mission to improve the welfare of dogs living…
It can be tough being a small business owner and when you add on top of that a string of bad luck, it is anything but smooth sailing. Sharon runs Mrs. C’s Cupcakes in Penrith, Australia and this past year she fell behind on her lease due to unexpected medical costs treating her youngest son’s…
It’s like a scene out of Disney’s Bambi – a fawn and a rabbit playing together – and it actually happened. Volunteers at YMCA of the Rockies filmed the adorable animals out front of the Lula W. Dorsey Museum in Estes Park, CO. The curious baby deer hops and sniffs and chases the bunny rabbit,…
On Boomer’s first night home with his new family, he makes friends with a stuffed blue hippo that’s around the same size as he is! Watch as he snuggles it and gets excited about his first toy! His humans say you can see the beginnings of his personality – the little throwback of his head…
If you are looking for a way to help your local animal shelter this winter then here’s an idea for you – donate your old sweaters. One shelter that is grateful to take them is the Washington County Tennessee Animal Shelter. The Washington County Tennessee Animal Shelter uses old sweaters to help their homeless dogs…
Footage from a trooper’s dash camera has gone viral and is sure to give you chills when you hear him screaming, “Don’t you die on me! Come on, open your eyes!” while performing CPR on the passed out driver. Trooper Eric Devers of the Ohio State Highway Patrol received a Certificate of Recognition on August…
English Cocker Spaniel Jessers McGhee loves a game of fetch, but he doesn’t like getting wet. But no worries. the clever dog has figured out a way to retrieve his tennis ball. As his humans explain, “He loves the pool but can’t find the courage to jump on in.. here is his solution.” What a…
Phyllis Shaughnessy is not taking time to relax this summer. Instead, the grandmother goes out every weekday to deliver bagged lunches to kids who would go hungry without them. When Phyllis found out that school districts in Grays Harbor County in Washington were not offering free or reduced lunches during the summer, she started fundraising…
There were so many orcas in the water that onlookers did not know where to look! Travelers and residents on Galiano Island in British Columbia were treated to the sight of a group of nearly 50 orcas swimming through Active Pass. The resident orcas from J and L pods included baby whales and adults breaching…
Are cats and dogs really that different? Well, if you take this video’s comparison of how they teach their young to get down the stairs, the differences are huge! I would say their teaching techniques will keep the debate between cat lovers and dog lovers alive. Share this funny video with your friends!
Parents everywhere sing lullabies to their children as a way of comforting and bonding with their babies. In this touching video, a father is singing to his little baby girl as he lovingly cradles her in his hands. He tenderly sings ‘You are So Beautiful To Me’ as she stares up at him in wonder….
A forester had an unusual encounter with a lone wild goose while he was traveling on a country road near Edson, Alberta in Canada. The Canada Goose flew over his truck and quickly turned around to follow him. Curious about the goose’s behavior, Andre Bachman stopped and the goose landed right behind his truck. That’s…
Nature does not favor the weak. Sometimes an animal will produce a litter but there may be a baby that is not feeding properly because the mom has too little milk or the bigger siblings are pushing the weaker one away. Breeders and animal rescuers are sometimes are faced with a puppy or other animal…
Ah, road trips with the family. They’re a right of passage in my family and for these siblings, the brother decided to pass a long road trip having fun lip-synching to his picks of music much to his sister’s chagrin. “My sister is not too excited about my performances during our 7-hour road trip or…
This tiny Pomeranian isn’t going to let a safety gate keep him from getting where he wants to go. Watch as he nonchalantly approaches the gate and gets through “Terminator” style! Share this adorable Houdini dog with your family and friends.
Everyone knows about the ill-fated voyage of the Titanic, which sank in 1912 after hitting an iceberg. Flash forward 104 years and Australian billionaire, Clive Palmer has undertaken the construction of the Titanic II. Every room is being recreated in painstaking detail. The major difference will be that the Titanic II will be wider, have…
McFly “Ali” is the cutest, bravest, and toughest Chihuahua puppy you’ll ever meet! The precious puppy was born with a birth defect and was surrendered to The Mia Foundation when he was only 1-day-old because of a deformity to his front legs. The Mia Foundation is an animal rescue that specializes in helping dogs with…
A stray living at a gas station Brazil was well fed. One would say too well fed and he grew so morbidly obese that he could no longer move. When an animal lover saw him, they knew he needed help if he was going to survive and have a better quality of life. They took…
Lizzie arrived at California’s San Jose Animal Shelter in poor condition due to her severely matted and painful hair that took the appearance of dreadlocks. The friendly little girl looks so ready for some love and attention! The staff put her under anesthetic for her safety so she could be shaved without troubles. Check out…
Whenever this dog owner is out of town for more than a couple of days he brings his dog back a present. She knows what to expect, because she seems less interested in saying “hello” and more interested in what’s in her dad’s bag. She right away points to the bag and looks at him…
Apparently, it’s not just humans who enjoy singing in the shower! Listen along to Mishka the Siberian Husky singing a tune while receiving her bath. She’s most definitely singing a power ballad, don’t you think? If you have trouble viewing the video above, try the one below. Share this cute dog with your friends and…
Parakeets are social birds and do best when they have a companion to chat with, eat with, cuddle and play with. If one of the pair passes away, the other will most certainly miss their friend. In this video, a little yellow parakeet has a heartbreaking reaction to her friend’s death. The owner is preparing…
Buster, an 8-year-old German Shepherd, is a retired police dog. But just last week he was facing euthanasia at a shelter after being left there by his owner. Since Buster was 18 months old, he lived with his handler and they two worked together in law enforcement. When Buster’s owner retired, he decided to take…
Benji the Border Collie gently taps his feline housemate, Fred, on the back to remind him to leave some food for him! Usually it’s the dogs that raid the cats’ food bowl, so Fred’s behavior makes me laugh, as does him completely ignoring Benji’s request until he’s had his fill. Poor Benji! At least it…
This tiny baby miniature horse is only 3 days old, but already is running around and making friends with the people around him. He really loves chasing after one of his caregivers, Sterling! In the video below, the foal’s mom, Grace, keeps a watchful eye on him while he plays and runs around. His humans…
I’ve seen dogs fostering kittens before, but never a French Bulldog fostering an orangutan! At Taycross Zoo in England, Bugsy the 9 year-old French bulldog has traditionally looked after the zoo’s abandoned animals. His latest charge is Malone an orangutan abandoned by his mother. Malone will join the other orangutans when he’s a little older…
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