Ricochet, the California golden retriever who found her calling as a surfing therapy dog, has died at the age of 15. According to AP, Ricochet was diagnosed with liver cancer in August and died on …
There are few animals in the world as famous as Fiona the Hippo. After defying the odds at birth, Fiona became a sensation and for years has been a beloved icon of the Cincinnati Zoo. …
All dogs are descended from wolves, and the two species still share a lot in common. In fact, it is possible for dogs and wolves to mate, resulting in hybrid “wolfdogs.” But ownership of wolf-dog …
Running the Boston Marathon is no small feat, but for years runners have had someone special on the sidelines to cheer them on and keep them going: a golden retriever named Spencer. Spencer has become …
There’s nothing like the first snowfall of the season, especially around this time of year. Going out and seeing that the world has transformed into a winter wonderland brings joy to so many people. And …
Many people find comfort in going to church. Attending services can help you feel like you’re not alone when you’re feeling lost — and it turns out that’s as true for animals as it is …
It’s no secret that dogs love to eat, and most owners are happy to indulge them with a tasty treat now and then. But dogs don’t always know how to pace themselves, or how to …
Search-and-rescue dogs are truly incredible, and do their part to save many lives during times of crisis. One of the most famous of these dogs was Frida, the google-wearing search dog remembered for looking for …
Some animals come from really harsh and painful backgrounds, which can leave them with some permanent scars. But that doesn’t have to keep them from living their best lives. Like one dog named Van Gogh, …
All animals have certain instincts and behavior that can’t be unlearned — even if you take an animal out of the wild, they’ll still want to behave the same. Like one rescue beaver, who decided …