The video captured in an elephant sanctuary has captivated the hearts of millions. Here is the story behind it. More than anyone else, it is the young who are in need of focused care in any social group – may it be human or animal. They are fragile, completely innocent, tiny, and are not able …
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Have you attended the Iowa state fair? Winning a contest is not always about getting the top prize – sometimes, it’s about capturing people’s hearts. This is exactly what happened when Mitchell Miner – a 15-year old teenager from Iowa state – and his cow from a Blairstown dairy farm named Audri, joined the Iowa …
English Bulldogs are regarded by many as a “laid-back” breed. Owners of these dogs especially know that they are the type who would rather lounge and nap on the sofa than participate in any kind of physical activity. But one bulldog from Ohio is defying all stereotypes about their breed, proving to everyone that there …
The reunion Losing a pet can be one of the most heartbreaking experiences that a person could go through. The people who treat animals as their companions know that they aren’t just simply pets – they are family. In this story, a senior cat had been missing for two and a half years, but an amazing …
There are different types of shelter volunteers. Some help with feeding and grooming, while others do adoption counseling or administrative tasks. But no matter what type of work a volunteer does, all have a common goal in mind that is to help the animals under their care in any way they can. 89-year old Maisie …
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), approximately 7.6 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year. Data says that it is mostly cats and dogs that are dropped in an animal shelter, but when three Saint Bernard brothers arrived at an animal shelter in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, the …
Military dogs have played a vital role in the United States Armed Forces since time immemorial. They are trained to fulfill extremely important tasks that have saved military and civilian lives. The service they provide to the country is invaluable, which is why they are deemed heroes in their own right. U.S. Army Veteran Joe Steenbeke served …
The development of moral values in children starts in the home and continued in school, where the process of learning becomes more formal. One of the most important values instilled in children is empathy, which enables kids to identify with and understand the wants, needs, and feelings of those around them. Through his act of kindness, …
Cats are sometimes standoffish. In fact, a lot of internet memes portray them as bossy pets! Felines give off a rather mysterious aura, which could be the reason why most people perceive them this way. But the cat in this story broke the mold and defied all stereotypes about their species. Jessica Parker and her …
If you own a dog, you probably know that like us humans, they also dream in their sleep. We’ve all seen it happen – our sleeping dog suddenly lets out a woof and their legs begin to twitch. We surely get a laugh out of these situations and it makes us wonder: what could they …
Just like how a parent is to a child, pet owners will do and give everything for the happiness of the animals they treat as a family. For some owners, this includes providing all the needs of their pets. In the case of Brian, this involves installing a cat door for his pet’s convenience. Brian …
Anxiety disorder is one of the most common mental health issues that our society faces today. In fact, roughly around 40 million Americans are suffering from different kinds of anxiety. But did you know that anxiety is not exclusive to humans? Even animals like dogs can be affected by anxiety too! At first glance, Joule …