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13 starving Great Danes rescued after owner ‘abandons’ breeding farm

The reason why animals are neglected and left to starve is complex but we can all agree that it should never happen. Animal shelters and rescue centers are crowded and staff are often faced with ...

Australian teens drive around island scorched by bushfires to rescue surviving koalas

The bushfires sweeping through Australia have taken a major toll on the continent’s wildlife. Half a billion animals have perished in the flames. It’s been especially dire for the population of koalas, a species already ...

‘World’s saddest cat’ was almost put down—until a couple saved him at the last minute

There are countless animals in shelters waiting for someone to adopt them. But some have a harder time than others finding a forever home, because they’re seen as too hard to care for. This is ...

Retired police dog jumps back into duty and saves toddlers from raging house fire

Dogs are our loyal companions and most of us can rely on them to be there when we need a furry friend. In times of real danger we never really know how we or our ...

Australian bicyclist finds a thirsty koala in the road and gives him her water

Australia continues to suffer from horrific, widespread bushfires destroying millions of acres of land and devastating wildlife. The fires have been especially bad for the continent’s koala population. Already considered vulnerable to extinction, this year’s ...

Leny the Golden Retriever would rather slide down hills than play fetch

Look how much fun he is having!

Puppy bored on flight sticks his head through the seat and entertains passengers

When you’re stuck on a long flight, it helps to have some entertainment. A good book or in-flight movie can make the time fly by. But passengers on one flight got something even better… the ...

Australian ‘wonder dog’ saves flock of sheep from bushfires

Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with Australia, as severe bushfires continue to devastate the continent. About 16 million acres of land has been burnt and over a thousand homes destroyed. But the biggest ...

Homeless man beaten to death dies with loyal dog by his side

For years Juan Diego Sebastian lived in peace with his dog Cheeto on the streets in Arcadia, Florida. He never bothered anyone, much less hurt someone, according to those who knew him. But in early ...

Woman gives her dog her jacket to keep him warm while he waits outside

As temperatures start to drop it’s important to keep our pets safe from the icy weather. Some people don’t realize that dogs are susceptible to the cold just like we are. But some kindhearted people ...