
'Broken' dog can't stop smiling when he realizes he's finally safe
Those animals that endure cruelty can often give up on life, thinking there is no hope for happiness. Sanford was ...

Woman inexplicably jumps zoo fence to get up close with African lion
Zoos can be a great place to see animals. Their displays rely on a careful balance between letting visitors see ...

Turtle dies with plastic in stomach
A nature center discovered the baby turtle had 104 pieces of plastic in its intestinal tract.
The pet turtles from 'Rocky' are still alive and living with Sylvester Stallone
Unlike many movie pets, Cuff and Link don’t steal the show or do any tricks, but they still made a ...
Fiona, hippo who defied odds by surviving premature birth, celebrates 6th birthday
There are few animals in the world as famous as Fiona the Hippo. After defying the odds at birth, Fiona ...

Deaf hiker falls 700 feet down mountain – when rescuers find her, she isn’t alone
Amelia Milling likes adventure. While most people her age might prefer beach holidays or playing with their smartphones, she has ...

Terminally ill man achieves final wish of getting wheelchair for his disabled dog
Many people love their dogs like their own children. They’ll do anything for their beloved pets, even prioritizing their happiness ...
Couple adopts shelter dog, then finds out he's their dog's brother
Sometimes people come across shelter dogs and just know that they’re meant to give them a home. But after one ...
Taylor Swift makes donation to Tennessee animal shelter, has four puppies named in her honor
It’s always heartwarming to see celebrities using their platform to help shelter animals in need — and recently, one shelter ...
Shelter seeks home for 'fire breathing demon' French bulldog in viral adoption post
There are many shelter animals looking for their forever homes, and shelters will often try to get the word out ...
Kitten who lost ears, tail and leg from mysterious illness finds a new home
It can be hard to find a home for pets with special needs and disabilities. Some pets have conditions that ...
'Jackass' star Steve-O helps longtime shelter dog get adopted
The Jackass franchise has been going for over two decades now, and whether you love or hate the gang’s brand ...
Veteran uses skills to track down dognapper who stole family's pet Yorkie
Dognappings have been on the rise lately, leaving many families heartbroken and worried after thieves take off with their beloved ...
Spike, a 23-year-old Chihuahua, officially named the world's oldest living dog
It’s true that dogs don’t live as long as humans, but some are blessed with good long lives, inspiring us ...