Death of Tonka, Chimpanzee who Starred in George of the Jungle and Buddy movies, was Faked by Owner
For a year, the world grieved the loss of Tonka, the adorable chimpanzee who starred in the movies George of the Jungle and Buddy. According to his owner, Tonia Haddix. the chimp died from a stroke and his remains had been burned in a fire pit. Photo: YouTube/KSDK News But, the animal rights non-profit organization, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), who has filed a case against Haddix refused to believe her words. And a year later, they and the rest of the world found out that Haddix was indeed lying. Tonka is alive! And the...
A Man And His Dog Walk Nearly 30,000 Miles Around The World Over Seven Years
A man and his beloved dog finally completed their goal after walking 29,826 miles around the world over the course of seven years. Tom Turcich, of New Jersey, became the tenth person on record to achieve this incredible feat, while his dog Savannah became the first dog to ever do so. Turcich and Savannah received a warm welcome by family, friends and fans after their long journey finally came to an end. Turcich’s idea to make this journey came from a tragic loss back in 2006, when he lost his friend in a jet ski accident when she was...
Conservationists Who Want to Help Restore Kelp Forests in the UK Must First Make Payments to the Queen
In many parts of the world, organizations, local communities, and governments work together to save the environment and biodiversity. In the United Kingdom, however, those who want to help save its marine wildlife by restoring kelp forests and seagrass meadows must lease the area and pay fees to the Crown Estate before any projects can be carried out. Photo: YouTube/Sussex Wildlife Trust That is because Queen Elizabeth owns most of the country’s seabed, part of the vast wealth of the Royals that is being managed by the Crown Estate....
Bear Cub Caught “Being A Little Twerp” On Trail Camera
Bear cubs, just like human children, can be rambunctious and disobedient, so Mama needs to step in and set them straight. A defiant bear cub in Minnesota decided to take out his frustration on a nearby trail camera after being disciplined by his mother. And it was all caught on camera. The entertaining footage was shared by Voyageurs Wolf Project, a University of Minnesota research project that studies wolves and their summer behavior in the Greater Voyageurs Ecosystem. Screenshot: YouTube/Voyageurs Wolf Project One of their trail cameras...
Read the Story of a Generous Man Helping Hundreds of Homeless Cats in Hawaii
Animals enter a person’s life just exactly when they need them to be there. In times of deep anxiety, animals unexpectedly become the most comforting companion. It’s as if they know what bothers and saddens a human being — understanding grief through their ability to empathize. They are a gift to humankind, and animals deserve to be loved. Respect and care should be given as they help the planet maintain its natural harmony. Photo: Youtube/TheDodo There are a lot of stories involving animals and humans that definitely...
The 7 Most Affectionate and Child-Friendly Cat Breeds for Your Family
There is a certain misconception that cats generally are unaffectionate and often ignore humans. It has always been an inside joke between pet parents — lots of memes and videos about this misconception are shared online. Cats are also known for facial features that seem to be judging all the time — it’s like they are staring right into your soul. These cat personalities are based on the sole reason that they are independent creatures. Felines do not consistently crave socialization, and it’s not because they hate...
Talkative German Shepherd Goes To The Groomer For The Very First Time
Tikka the 6-year-old-old German Shepherd was in for quite a treat when she got to visit the groomer for the very first time in her life! Tikka’s owner took her to Vanessa for a grooming session at Vanessa’s business, Perfect Pooches Dog Grooming in Ontario, Canada. Vanessa documented Tikka’s first-ever grooming experience and shared it for the world to see on YouTube. Photo: YouTube/Girl With The Dogs In the video, Vanessa said, “Most groomers have the German Shepherd high on their list of one of their least favorite...
Two Puppies Found Abandoned And Shaking In A Cardboard Box Just Outside A Shelter
Two puppies were found abandoned outside a shelter, shaking in a cardboard box with only a dirty towel underneath them. The puppies were estimated to only be about three weeks old when they found them; both were just a little bit bigger than the rescuer’s hands when he picked them up. PHOTO: Youtube/Dog Rescue Shelter Mladenovac, Serbia The puppies didn’t look hurt, but they seemed dehydrated, so the rescuers fed them on the spot. The rescuers would be taking them to their foster home after feeding them. They searched the area...
Deer And Husky Play Together Through A Fence
Two unlikely animal friends became fast playmates when they ended up across the fence from each other. It all started when a husky was in his yard and a deer appeared on the other side of the chainlink fence. While many people might assume the husky would bark and spook the deer off, that’s far from what happened. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog As you can see in the video below, the deer was intrigued by the husky and the husky was intrigued by having a new friend! The two began to run up and down the fenceline, chasing one another and...
Owner Lies In Dog’s Bed And Captures Her Reaction On Camera
If you spend much time on social media, you’ve probably seen quite a few trends circulating that involve pets. Some of them are problematic trends that put the animal at risk, but others are sweet and wholesome. One of the better trends to come from social media is one where owners lie in their pet’s dog beds to see what their reaction will be. Photo: Instagram/@penny.pie.puppy One woman decided to take on the trend and see how her 3-year-old border collie mix named Penny would react. The two live in Alberta, Canada, and regularly...
