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German shepherd is too friendly to be police dog, gets ‘regal’ job at governor’s house instead

K9 police dogs do important work for their communities, but it isn’t a job every canine is cut out for. All dogs are different, and some would just rather make friends than fight crime. So ...

Buzz the Police Horse retires from the force after 15 years and will live with partner

Animals have long been an important part of the police force. While K9 police dogs often rightly get credit for their work in the line of duty, the police horses of the mounted units sometimes ...

Street dog travels 6,000 miles to be reunited with the woman who saved her

Sometimes, when you’re least expecting, you meet an animal and you know there is nothing else you can do but take care of it – whatever it takes. When Sam, from the U.S., was working ...

Deputy finds and rescues puppy abandoned at homeless camp

It’s always heartbreaking to see an abandoned pet. So many cats and dogs are left to fend for themselves, struggling to find food and water on the street. Their only chance is for someone to ...

Pit bull saved from a life of dog fighting to become first arson detection K-9 in US

Despite the ban on the barbaric practice of dog fighting, it still goes on. Those that are saved from a life of abuse and cruelty often face health issues, not to mention the psychological scars ...

Passerby smashes car window to free distressed dog left alone on a hot day

Despite continued warnings and countless articles about dogs dying in hot cars owners still think it’s okay to leave their pet alone in a car for long periods of time. Just last year a vet ...

Photographer spots mother duck caring for 76 ducklings

It’s always inspiring to see mothers caring for their young in nature. One of the most common examples is the sight of a mother duck leading her young in a straight line. Whether crossing the ...

Barn cat gives birth to rare two-faced kitten named Biscuits and Gravy

Kyla King knew that a cat who lived on her family’s farm near Portland, Washington was pregnant and due to give birth any day so she set up a special crate for it. Early one ...

Bobby the puppy found in a bag after being dumped in a bush

It was a distressing sight for one animal rescuer who heard crying coming from a bag in the bushes on her morning walk. Dog Rescue Coolronan, in Ireland, was alerted to the incident and opened ...

Girlfriend sells soldier’s beloved dog on Craigslist while he’s deployed

Dogs really are man’s best friend. Friends and relationships might come and go, but your dog will always be loyally by your side. It’s a deep bond that no one should interfere with, and we’re ...