Hiker Finds Kitten In The Woods And Gives Him A New Home
A man set out to complete a 21K hike, but instead, he adopted a tiny kitten. The man, who runs the YouTube channel hike me a river, is known to “hike big distances to remote locations.” He showcases those hikes on the channel from a unique POV camera angle. Photo: YouTube/hike me a river On a recent 21K hike along a river, the man ended up coming home with a lot more than he bargained for. You see, during his hike, he ran across a little kitten. “You’re really cute, but I can’t take care of you,” he can be...
Firefighters Rescue Moose That Fell Into Alaska Basement
It’s the time of year when we may find ourselves slipping on icy surfaces, but we usually don’t end up in someone’s basement when we do. A young moose recently found himself in that situation, though. The moose, estimated to be about a year old, was eating some vegetation near a basement window well in Alaska when he slipped and fell into it, breaking the glass and ending up inside. Pictures shared by the Soldotna Professional Firefighters Facebook page show the animal standing in the house, looking a little confused about...
One-Eyed Puppy Chooses Her People at Animal Shelter
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! I was in the process of moving to Australia from the US. I couldn’t work, nor drive, and was ready for a pet. My fiance and I had talked about getting a dog together from the time we met. We decided one morning to go to the animal shelter to look. PHOTO: MELODY WILLIAMS We approached a pen where a few dogs were playing. The cutest pup stopped what she was doing and looked at us,...
Couple Tearfully Reunites With Beloved Cat Who Had Been Missing For 7 Years
When Erin Nardis and her husband Adam’s cat went missing from their new Florida home seven years ago, they never thought they’d ever see her again, much less this many years later. The couple had just moved into a new house, so their cat, named Capri, wasn’t too familiar with the area. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition When she got out, her owners searched for her day in and day out, but to no avail. As days turned into months and months turned into years, they began to lose hope that they’d ever find Capri. It turns out...
5 Small Pets that Aren’t Cheap to Keep According to Vet Bills
Have you ever thought about getting yourself a small pet because you thought it’d be more affordable than a dog or a cat? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. They’re tiny, so they don’t eat much. They don’t require a lot of space and their bedding has been affordable. There may be something you’re not taking into consideration, however, and that is veterinary bills associated with small pet ownership. According to a study conducted via AskVet in the last 5 years, five of the top 10 most expensive...
On Giving Tuesday Find an Animal in Need and Donate to their Wishlist
Giving Tuesday celebrates generously giving back after spending like crazy on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Marking its 10-year anniversary, the annual day of giving began in 2012 as a way to honor the value of generosity, Asha Curran told USA TODAY. Curran, who is the CEO of Giving Tuesday, went on to say, “There’s not a person or community in the entire world where generosity is not important.” And she’s right. Since its inception, the movement is officially celebrated or observed in countries all across the globe....
The One Thing Pet Owners Are Doing That Attracts Snakes Onto Their Property
For most people, the mere thought of snakes gives them the creeps. The way they silently slither around in stealth mode, their ability to scale heights and surfaces they seemingly have no business scaling, their flickering forked tongues and hissing. To top it all off, they shed their skin in one long piece like something out of a sci-fi movie. Perhaps that’s being too hard on them, as they do serve their purpose in nature and help keep pesky critters like rodents in check. That still doesn’t mean you want to see one in your yard....
Cat and Human Engage in a Competition of Persistence. Can You Guess Who Wins in the End?
A fun way to bond with your pet is to play with them with toys or an object they find interesting. Engage them in a game that will help build connection — amidst the fun, you’ll learn more about your pet’s personality. Spending time with them will help you know if they are timid, playful, gentle, or bright. Dogs aren’t the only pets you can have fun playing with — cats are also ready to participate in a game. Photo: Pexels/cottonbro studio Felines can even get competitive. You’ll realize that a simple game...
Dog Sweetly Expresses Gratitude to her Human Through Warm Loving Hugs
Sometimes you’ll overthink if your existence is as significant as the others. Those thoughts will make you anxious about your relationships, especially when you feel less appreciated. You’d start doubting yourself and how others see you. You’ll question how you act in a relationship, such as “am I doing enough?” or “are my efforts seen?” Photo: Unsplash/Nathan Anderson For this reason, you have to check on your loved ones and see if they are alright. It’s only proper to make them feel...
Russian Woman Found Their Neighborhood Cat Inside a Box with a Baby Beside Her
Cats are often deemed cold and uninterested when it comes to humans. Sometimes it’s just their facial expressions, especially when they have sharp eyes. In truth, cats can show affection — they love humans in their own way. There are circumstances when cats would offer humans help which is enough to know that they care. Felines are naturally aloof, but they know when to act — exactly when their care is needed. Photo: Youtube/On Demand News Fascinatingly, felines can also extend their maternal care to human babies. One cat...
