Pests are always a bother, and often we resort to chemicals to get rid of them. Mosquitoes are particularly unpleasant, with bites leading to a range of issues from itchiness to the transmission of serious diseases such as malaria, dengue, and other viruses. Realizing the harmful impacts of pesticides, however, more people are resorting to … Read more
If you could, I bet you’d take your dog everywhere with you. After all, they’re part of the family, so it’s only natural that we involve them in our daily activities, including grocery shopping. In Italy, owners are legally allowed to bring their dogs into stores with them as long as they keep their pets … Read more
The 4th of July is always a time for great celebration – when family and friends get together to commemorate an all American holiday (Independence Day), and feast, and amazing fireworks. The noise can be a bit stressful, for humans and their pets, but fireworks are particularly distressing for animals. For this reason, Independence Day … Read more
We’ve featured plenty of unexpected animal friendships over the years, but we bet you’ve never seen anything like this one. Many of us are a sucker for videos of animals doing adorable things. These types of clips get millions of views on social media, as they appeal to audiences of all ages, genders, and interests. … Read more
George Bailey, a Sulcata tortoise born with metabolic bone disease, had spent his entire life dragging himself around. The 11-year-old tortoise’s condition prevented his back legs from fully developing. They were giving out frequently, so the poor reptile has had to deal with mobility issues since he was born. Thankfully, a pet mobility company named … Read more
On the evening of June 2, Ralph Dorn came looking for his Goldendoodle, a certified therapy dog named Harley. However, he couldn’t find him anywhere. But after looking out on the lake behind his home in Culpeper, Virginia, he spotted the 6-year-old pup about 200-feet from the shore swimming with another animal. After a few … Read more
Hemingway is a goose, and Waffles is a mini horse, but these animals have developed an exceptional bond even though they are of different species. They’re very protective of each other, and it appears that both of them are oblivious of their differences. The pair were rescued from a filthy outdoor paddock in Bucks County, … Read more
Hummingbirds are one of the most fascinating creatures on earth. Aside from being exceptionally tiny, these winged creatures are often praised for their beautiful coloring. These birds mostly keep to themselves, which is why this 2017 video of nearly 30 hummingbirds sharing the same birdbath has gone viral. The clip has garnered almost 13 million … Read more
When a mother swan passed away a week after giving birth to six cygnets, her mate stepped up to the plate of raising their young. The swan family in the Charles River Esplanade in Boston became local celebrities after their adorable babies hatched. However, tragedy struck a few days later when their mother passed away … Read more
Sometimes, the most unlikely connections turn out to be the best friendships one will ever come across. That’s exactly what a piglet named Marley and her cow best friend Eli found in each other. When Erika and Joseph, the couple who owns Sisu Refuge, learned about a piglet that had fallen from a factory farm … Read more
People often say that a mother’s love is like no other. But, as it turns out, this truth spans across species. An Australian shepherd cross named Maggie was staying at Barker’s Pet Motel and Grooming in Alberta, Canada, when she heard the cries of two rescue puppies one Friday night. The maternal dog knew the … Read more
You’ve probably heard many stories about pet owners going the extra mile for their beloved dogs and cats. Some of them build custom stairlifts for their canines, while others buy mini beds for their felines to lounge on. But if you have pet chickens and you aren’t sure how to make them happy, here’s an … Read more