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74-year-old woman fights off alligator to save her golden retriever

Many people will do anything for their beloved pets — even if it means putting themselves in harm’s way. Time and again we’ve seen stories of everyday pet owners putting themselves in danger if it ...

Lou the coonhound sets world record for longest ears on a dog

All dogs are beautiful and special in their own way, but some have features that are truly extraordinary. Like one Coonhound, whose uniquely long ears have landed her a place in the Guinness Book of ...

Pregnant woman forms bond with pregnant stray cat and the rest is history

When you’re expecting a baby, it’s always nice to have a friend who is also pregnant to share the experience — even if they’re not actually a human. Two years ago, a pregnant woman took ...

Billie Eilish takes stand for animal rights, convinces Oscar de la Renta to stop using fur in fashion

In recent years, more and more people have been speaking out against the fur industry. Once seen as the height of luxurious fashion, fur has increasingly fallen out of favor. Animal rights groups have long ...

Remembering Steve Irwin: Bindi Irwin pays tribute to her legendary dad 15 years after his death

The world lost one of its most beloved conservationists and TV personalities in 2006, after Steve Irwin, the iconic star of The Crocodile Hunter, was tragically killed by a stingray. But his legacy has lived ...

Curious baby orangutan notices pregnant woman, gently kisses her ‘baby bump’

Apes are the closest relatives to humans in the animal kingdom, and people often find a special connection to these creatures. Orangutans, in particular, are known to display a high intelligence that is almost human-like, ...

Twin elephants born in Sri Lanka for the first time in 80 years

Elephants are amazing, majestic animals, but sadly their populations have shrunk in recent decades, to the point that they are now considered an endangered species. So it’s always good news when a new elephant is ...

Bystander rescues baby fawn who was trapped in rapid canal

It’s always inspiring to see people helping deer. These wild animals can often be found in our own neighborhoods and yards, so it’s not uncommon to encounter one in need of a little human kindness. ...

Manatee rescue takes care of tiny orphaned calf found on the shore, the smallest they’ve ever seen

Manatees are beautiful, peaceful animals, and they need all the help they can get. Living near the shore in proximity to humans can put them in danger, whether due to accidents like boating collisions or ...

Australian farmer herds sheep into a giant heart in memory of his aunt

It’s always hard when a family member passes away, especially when they were a loved one who meant a lot to you. You want to memorialize them, but these days even getting to a funeral ...