'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 ...
Dog trapped in 30-foot sinkhole gets lured out with beef jerky
It’s no surprise that dogs love to eat. Food can be a great motivator to make dogs do things. But ...
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 ...
Heroic rat is an expert at detecting landmines in Cambodia, saving countless lives
We’ve seen many stories of animals like cats and dogs saving the day, but you’ve probably never heard of a ...
Old dog who was left inside vehicle after owner's death finds a new home
It’s always hard on a pet when their owner passes away, but the experience was even worse for poor dog ...
Shelter puppy dressed in a tiny tuxedo waits for new owner who canceled adoption at the last minute
Life was finally looking up for little Vicente. The 3-month-old puppy had a forever home lined up and for all ...
Outgoing seal isn't afraid to go up and make friends with humans at the beach
It’s always a nice experience to have an encounter with a friendly animal, but these beachgoers didn’t have to look ...
Boat captain helps seagull that hitched a ride on his lobster boat for 15 years
After encountering a wild animal on a regular basis for more than a decade, it’d be odd if you didn’t ...
Cancer survivor has tearful reunion with stolen micro-chipped dog after searching for nearly three years
Pets give us so much: companionship, loyalty, and protection, but for one woman going through a hard time, her puppy ...
Abandoned sick puppy hangs his head in shame until good Samaritan gains his trust
When a neglected and sick puppy was found roaming the streets, he caught the attention of one animal lover who ...
Boy visits 'scary' looking cat in secret every day to give him all the love
Not all animals have that cute, cuddly appeal, especially in the eyes of children who don’t always understand why animals ...
