Humans and orangutans are extraordinarily similar both behaviorally and physically. Like humans, great apes are incredibly intelligent creatures who can learn languages to communicate, express emotions, and even utilize tools, such as umbrellas to stay dry.…
A few months ago, Keighley Eryn Card was wrapping up a typical workday, heading to the bus stop outside her job like she always did — until an unexpected cry…
It’s always inspiring to see people go out of their way to help animals in need. When two California teens stumbled upon a litter of abandoned puppies, they took action…
Animal shelters take in all kinds of dogs with all sorts of personalities, and sometimes they end up with quite a rebellious type who plays by his own rules. Like…
Shelter staff know how shelter pups feel while they wait by the kennel door and hope to catch somebody’s attention. They see the longing in the pups’ eyes. They know…
Shelters often have to make tough life decisions on sick and homeless dogs as they lack the resources to provide for their medical expenses. Gregory, a 2-year-old Beagle, had a…
Bubbly was dumped in her crate and left on the side of the road to fend for herself. First responders found the dog and sat with her until Stray Rescue…
A woman out on a walk happened to be in the right place at the right time for a young seal pup that found itself trapped among some sand and…
A couple was driving down a highway in Florida’s Oviedo region when they came upon something that stopped them in their tracks. They noticed a dog walking along the side…
A love story like no other was posted to Reddit by user Garret_N, and it’s taking the internet by storm. There was a dog who would sit in the window and…
There have been many stories about a dog’s unwavering loyalty toward his family. This story is right up there with the best of them. It features the act of a…
Nelly Barajas was driving along when she spotted a cat on the freeway. She pulled over right away, and the cat knew to run under the car for safety. But…
A man was driving through the woods in Quebec when he spotted a majestic animal and decided to offer it a snack. And what do you know, the wild deer…
This cat has cerebellar hypoplasia but still lives life to the fullest in every way possible–the disability isn’t going to keep him down! But when he needs a little help,…
A poor cat suffered from hypothermic shock after being dyed pink and cleaned with household cleaner — now the cat is in good hands as the owner faces charges of…
We all love our dogs, but every owner has their own story of doggy destruction — those times when a pet gets a hold of some valuable personal item and…
A group of siblings were playing in their backyard when they spotted something impossibly small and fluffy tucked beneath their playhouse. As they looked closer, they realized the tiny creature…
For their entire lives, Donna and Figaro knew only cages, clinical settings, and cold, sterile routines. Used for testing and breeding inside a laboratory, they never got to feel the…
A woman at the Winn Dixie in Metairie was in the parking lot when she noticed a taped box moving. She looked and couldn’t believe it when she saw a…
Dogs are such caring and loving animals. We love hearing stories about dogs who stepped up to care for other animals, saving their lives with their kindness. Like one story,…
