Sometimes, parents learn ugly truths about their children that they wish they had not learned, but know that some situations require firm parenting. This single father had that happen when he learned something about his teenage daughter and realized he had to make some tough choices to make. “My daughter Callie is, to me, one…
The 50th Super Bowl has come and gone, but the memories continue on. One of the highlights of the event, was Lady Gaga’s beautiful and stirring rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner”. Just prior to stepping onstage, she showed off her “Star Spangled Red-Slipper eyes” on Instagram. Wearing a sparkly red jumpsuit to match her…
In central Kalimantan, Indonesia forests which are home to the two main populations of orangutans are on fire. The protected rainforests have fallen victim to the out-of-control fires caused by mass deforestation to make way for palm oil production. Over the past three months, thousands of fires have caused a toxic haze that has harmed…
During Fourth of July fireworks, a Vizsla named Rue escaped from her Salt Lake City, Utah home and got lost in the mountain trails near her home. Firefighter Tony Stowe and his crew responded to the frantic call from someone who spotted the dog on the Bonneville Shoreline Trail. The crew hiked over two miles…
One of the fun parts about high-school sporting events is that it’s not only the athletes that get to shine in the spotlight. The half-time performances give opportunities to dancers, cheerleaders and the school band to show off their talents. Recently, the Mahomet-Seymour High School Dance Team took to the court to perform a piece…
I love learning about animals I’ve never seen before and raptors are among the most fascinating. Meet the harpy eagle. It is the largest and most powerful raptor found in the Americas. Their hatchlings are the size of turkeys and the females typically weigh between 13 and 20 pounds (6 to 9 kg). They are…
Speeding is a serious matter, but it’s always great subject matter for a good joke now and then. This new one certainly made me laugh out loud. It opens with a cop pulling over a man for driving too fast… A policeman flags down a driver. After pulling him over, the policeman approached the driver’s…
When the 10 synchronized swimmers from Spain entered the pool at 2009 World Aquatics Championships in Rome, they began a routine that would not only energize the crowd, it would win them gold. The athletes chose an unusual song to lead them to victory, Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven”. But as you watch them perform,…
Hunter was born in a foster home of the Montreal-based rescue Eleven Eleven Animal Rescue after his mother was rescued as a pregnant stray just over a week before giving birth. When he was born, the tiny puppy had an underdeveloped front leg. His mom would clean it, but this made it worse and because…
I’ve seen dogs extend their paw when they are asked by their humans “who’s your best friend” but I’ve never seen one do what Lottie does with her pal Grizzly by her side. I think it’s safe to say she loves him a lot! If you think so too, share this cute video with your…
While climate change is debated among the world leaders, people from around the world are becoming increasingly active in highlighting their concerns about the impact pollution is having on their daily lives. A Chinese performance artist named Nut Brother decided to do something unusual to visualize Beijing’s problem with smog. The Chinese capital has been…
When a dog and duck arrived at the Garland Animal Shelter in Texas it was immediately clear to the staff that the two animals shared a special bond. Sirence the 3-legged dog and Thing Two the duck were raised together. That’s why the shelter wanted the pair to be adopted out together. It could have…
Adele was performing her heartbreaking hit “Someone Like You” at the Royal Albert Hall in 2011 when she began to cry. She wrote the powerful ballad about her own personal experience of a break up. On this occasion, Adele and the audience sang the lyrics together and by the end, she gives the audience a…
This story of loyalty and faithful friendship brought tears to my eyes. Wayne Giroux’s loyal dog Spot would meet him after he got off work at his lawnmower shop every day on the same street corner near their home. When Wayne was killed by a drunk driver in June 2010, Spot did not say “goodbye”….
There are many singers who sing with heartfelt maturity beyond their years. But none may have quite as many years to go to reach adulthood as 8-year-old Angelina Jordan does. That said, her voice has a sophistication and a beauty of someone much older, and when I heard her singing “What a Difference a Day…
Cats are often called aloof, but it looks like a cat named Dorian did not get that memo. KJ Mayor writes, “My cat, Dorian, missed his best friend and my nephew, Cadyn, after he stayed over at his mother’s house for a few days! Too bad Cadyn was already asleep when he came over…” Dorian…
Recently, a pet parent got a scare when her Labrador Retriever was saved from drowning while enjoying a day at the beach. The dog named Xena was pulled out of the water by residents at the beach and they noticed the dog was having difficulty breathing and was unconscious from drinking too much saltwater. Residents…
This Shiba Inu named Kinta has perfected what her humans call the “squinta” – a squint mixed with a smile. Kinta combines her squint with a Shiba’s trademark “airplane ears”. Shiba Inu owners will tell you that when a Shiba’s pointy ears lay flat on their head they are extremely happy and excited. It’s a…
Amaze-Bobb is a tiny poodle mix that experienced 10 years of neglect on the streets of Los Angeles. When he was rescued by animal control in January 2015 he was so severely matted that he was a lump of fur of “death’s door”. The poor senior dog was saved by Synergy Animal Rescue in San…
For 6 months, Drove lay on his comfy pillow for a nap in the Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby (HSM&S). The homeless dog had been found tied up in an abandoned home, but soon after arriving at the shelter, he won over the staff with his sweet and happy personality. Despite his friendly disposition,…
Talisker the Golden Retriever puppy and his big brother Fearghas are playing a game of “run-around-the-table” when the puppy pulls an awesome move to outsmart his older sibling! Watch their adorable chase and be sure to share it with your friends! If you have trouble viewing the video above, try the YouTube version below:
Pentatonix are well known for their beautiful a cappella renditions of Christmas classics. For this year’s tune, they’ve decided to share a treasured favorite of many “Joy to the World”. The hymn is considered to be one of the most popular Christmas hymns of all time. It was originally published in 1719 followed by a…
A cross-eyed collie who could not find a home celebrated his first year of being adopted with his family. Dennis was surrendered to the Dogs Trust charity in England by his previous owners who said they could no longer care for him. The rescuers were immediately struck by Dennis’ appearance. His eyes are crossed because…
Teachers often play a vital role in encouraging their students not only in learning, but also in feeling good about themselves and broadening their views of the world. When Charlie Owens received this letter from his teacher after taking a standardized test, it speaks volumes as to how some teachers really do get to know…
White tigers, contrary to much of the publicity that surrounds them, are not an endangered species. They are instead, the result of a mutated gene that creates their unique coat color. Although white tigers were seen in the wild in the past, when tiger populations were much higher, the white big cats now are only…
Sometimes kindness comes in quiet, small gestures. When I think about what shelter animals go through every day – confined to kennels and surrounded by strangers – it must be a scary experience. Thank goodness there are volunteers who take the time to help the homeless dogs and cats as best they can. One person…
When a couple of neighbors learned there was a dog in terrible shape tied to a tree behind a house they decided to go and investigate. When they saw him they couldn’t believe his condition and ran to get him water and food. They originally thought the skinny dog, who they named Ganesh, was abandoned,…
Hope For Paws regularly rescues stray dogs in desperate condition off the streets of Los Angeles. When they were told about Julia, she was walking on on the streets of South Central, disoriented and clearly very sick. But from the moment Eldad Hagar saw her, he knew she was special. She was no less sick…
Two Staffordshire Bull Terriers (or “Staffies”) named Darren and Phillip are best friends and “pyjama wearing blanket hoggers” according to their humans. The two “blueboys” live in Brisbane, Australia and are also the most adorable pair of snugglers ever to grace Instagram! Please wait a few seconds for these cute pictures to load. Share Darren…
Elephants live together their entire lives. In many ways elephant mothers are more bonded to their young than humans are, because in the wild they are never apart. Tragically, however, elephants in Thailand continue to be used for tourist entertainment, which means infants are often torn away from their mothers. Mebai was separated from her…
Pedro Dinis was out for a walk with a friend and his dog for what they thought was going to be a casual stroll but ended up being in the right place at the right time to save a life. They had almost finished their walk when they found a dog cruelly buried alive! Only…
This has to be a first! Sam was guessing that his wife, Nia, might be pregnant after she told him she was two weeks late for her period. He came up with a plan to see if he was right and, using a urine sample she left in the toilet, he did a pregnancy test…
There’s a popular park in Raleigh, North Carolina that many families enjoy called Landfill Park. There are bike paths, playgrounds, picnic areas and trails to walk your dog. The park also has a history that many people are unaware of, but that was recently highlighted by a simple chalk message on one of the park’s…
Photographer Sam Edmonds was visiting Dhaka, Bangladesh a few years ago when he met a group of orphaned and impoverished children who have formed special friendships with the street dogs of the city. The homeless children and dogs lived in Robindra Shorbod, a small park in one of the poorest areas of the city. Despite…
Karma the cow was rescued from a cruelty case where she had no food, water, or shelter, and enormous stress. She was take to The Gentle Barn’s sanctuary but during her first night she cried and cried. At first they thought she was nervous being in a new surrounding or maybe missed the other animals….
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