Single Honey Badger Easily Fights Off 3 Big Cats In Viral Video
There is a famous saying that most of us are all probably familiar with – There is strength in numbers. While that’s true in most cases, one can never be sure of the odds when it comes to an encounter out in the wild. Even the strong can be defeated if they are met with a tenacious foe. PHOTO: Unsplash/David Clode One such battle was caught on video showing a single honey badger fighting against three big leopards. One might think that the battle’s winner would be a no-brainer – what with three dangerous predators...
Vet Tech Crochets “Ears” For Sweet Rescue Pit Bull Who Lost His
When a poor pittie was brought into the Sacramento SPCA, he was in rough shape. The organization shared about him on Facebook, explaining that he’d been attacked by another dog and had lost both of his ears as a result. Thankfully, he pulled through and the veterinary team cleaned up his wounds and got him all ready to be adopted. There was just one thing he’d be permanently missing: his ears. In a sweet turn of events, the Sacramento SPCA shared that a vet tech crocheted the dog, Willy, a set of ears so he wouldn’t go...
Shelter Cat Chonk the “Chunk” Wins for Cutest Purr Ever in Video!
A video produced by the San Diego Humane Society has surfaced featuring the sweetest cat on the planet with the cutest little chirpy purr you’ve ever heard in your life. More along the lines of an intergalactic character straight out of a Star Wars script, the noise emitted from Chonk is out of this world. The word svelte may never come to mind when describing this chunky boy, but his adorable cooing purr will melt your heart and stick with you forever. Photo: San Diego Humane Society Shelter Pets That’s likely what Chonk the...
AKC Names the Country’s Top Therapy Dog
Sometimes behavior is learned and other times it’s in the genes. For Axel, a 4 year-year-old, 110 pound Rottweiler, who was named AKC’s 2022 therapy dog of the year in its annual Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence, his handler John Hunt noticed at just 9 weeks old, how calm his demeanor was while interacting with others, but how engaging and confident he carried himself. Paired with a need to please and a noticeable ability to problem solve and lead others, Axel was a natural. What characteristics do therapy dogs have...
Join the Conservation Efforts to Save the Western Atlantic Blue Marlin
The Western Atlantic blue marlin (Makaira nigricans), is a majestic and powerful fish that inhabits the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. But despite its impressive size and strength, this species is facing a number of threats that are putting its survival at risk. One of the main threats to the Western Atlantic blue marlin is overfishing, Marlin Magazine reports. This species is highly valued for its meat and is often targeted by commercial and recreational fishers. As a result, populations of this fish have been greatly depleted in recent...
Over 400 “Bear Selfies” Found On Colorado Wildlife Camera
A curious bear in Boulder, Colorado, treated wildlife officials to hundreds of headshots on a local wildlife camera. There are nine motion-detecting cameras placed throughout the 46,000 area of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) to track wildlife. They are placed in areas to capture what the animals do day and night and see what areas they visit most often. The cameras use infrared lights at night to take still shots and short videos of local black bears, mountain lions, and deer. Usually, the cameras capture a variety of animals...
The Easy Way to Improve Dog Digestive Health
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Dog Funnily Tries to Steal a Kitten From Its Mom in This Reddit Video
Cats and dogs are definitely one of the funniest duos in the animal kingdom. They sure do complement each other’s personalities — even when they clash, the bond is still apparent between them. Households with both canines and felines feel a lot homier because of the fluffiness they provide every day. It also creates a cozier environment as you can have cuddle buddies. When you feel under the weather or physically sick, your cats and dogs won’t fail to take turns so they can ensure that you are alright. Moreover, their...
Humans Can Understand Gestures Made By Apes, New Study Finds
Apes communicate with each other through gestures made with their limbs and hands, much like humans. Though chimpanzees and humans split off in different directions from a common ancestor at least 6 million years ago, a new study finds we still understand their language. Researchers at the University of St Andrews in Scotland used videos of chimpanzees and bonobos to gauge how well people could interpret their gestures. According to findings published in the journal PLOS Biology, humans are still able to crack the code more than half the...
People Are Showing Off Their Chicken Coops Amidst Rising Egg Prices
If you’ve been to the grocery store recently and you’re a fan of eggs, you may have noticed the historically high prices that have gripped the industry. According to CNBC, egg prices rose 60% in 2022 alone. Photo: Pexels/Alexas Fotos The reason for the price increase is possibly due to a historic outbreak of avian influenza that killed millions of egg-laying hens. Amidst the climbing prices, people are taking to TikTok to show off their chicken coops. Having chickens has become a popular hobby, but it’s even more trendy now...
Family Rescues Sweet Greyhound Who’d Never Been Indoors Before
A rescued greyhound is living his best life after spending years of his life locked outside. No dog deserves to be neglected, but it’s a sad reality that many animals face, especially those in the greyhound racing industry. Thankfully, there are rescuers and animal rights activists who push back against the cruel sport and give animals involved a second chance at life. Photo: YouTube/GeoBeats Animals Claude the greyhound ended up being rescued from the industry when his owner decided he no longer wanted to race. In an interview with...
Cat Expert Explains What A “Floof” Really Is
It’s no secret that cats can be quite floofy, but have you ever wondered what it is about a cat that makes them a floof? Renowned cat expert Jackson Galaxy took to YouTube to address the hot-button topic. Photo: YouTube/Jackson Galaxy “What is floof? Is it a noun, a verb, an adjective… or a way of life? We’re tackling only the hardest-hitting questions…so join us on this investigative deep-dive into floof,” he wrote in the video’s description. In the video, Galaxy explains what makes a cat a floof...
Spike The Rescue Chihuahua Takes The Title Of World’s Oldest Living Dog
A rescue dog has taken the title for the world’s oldest living dog after being found some 13 years ago in a parking lot. The former title holder, TobyKeith, was confirmed to be the world’s oldest living dog on March 16, 2022. Now, as of December 7, 2022, a new pooch has snatched the record, and that dog is a chihuahua named Spike. The Guinness World Records shared about Spike on Facebook, saying: “Say hello to the new oldest dog in the world! The record holding su-paw-star, who was 23 years and 43 days old as of 7 December...
Police Investigate After K-9 Officer Accused of “Stealing” Food in Funny Facebook Post
The Wyandotte Police Department in Michigan launched a full-scale investigation recently into the theft of an officer’s lunch. A suspect was almost immediately identified, but he either knew his rights or had a mouthpiece on hand to advise him against incriminating himself because he refuses to talk. That might also be because he’s a dog and he hasn’t mastered English yet. Photo: Pixabay/GoranH K-9 Cops Taking to Facebook to announce the crime, the police hilariously kept the public up to date stating that the K-9 was...
Jan. 24 is Change a Pet’s Life Day
Animal shelters often have the most difficult time adopting out senior dogs, so Jan. 24 through Feb. 28, JCPenney Portraits by Lifetouch will be photographing and featuring adoptable seniors on its website. JCPenney will also be offering free pet portraits for customers during those dates. Kyle is a senior dog adoptable through LA Animal Services. © JCPenney Portraits by Lifetouch. “The company’s invitation to offer exposure of some of our senior population to their audience is so generous,” says Sarah Collica, director...
Maggie The Pug Loves Hanging Out With A Statue That Looks Just Like Her
An adorable pug is going viral for all the right reasons: People can’t get over how cute she is! Maggie the pug really stole the spotlight when it came out that her best friend happened to be a pug statue that looks just like her. Beyond her adorable friendship with the inanimate object, Maggie is also stealing hearts with her big personality and adorable quirks. In an interview with The Dodo, Maggie’s owner, Kamerin Bazemore, explained, “Maggie is a super special puppy. I think my favorite thing about her is her...
Experts Say Cats Aren’t Seeing Veterinarians Nearly as Often as They Should
According to professionals, cats are getting the short end of the stick when it comes to annual medical care versus dogs. But why is that? Cat people love their pets just as much as dog people, right? Maybe they just assume they’re healthier because they don’t recognize the signs of illness in felines as easily as one might with dogs. “In 2021, 81.8 percent of the dog population visited a vet, versus only 39.8 percent of cats,” Dr. Casey Locklear, a veterinarian and senior medical lead at Zoetis, told the...
Rescue Sloth Embraces Beagle Friend In Sweet Hug
The adorable moment a sloth hugged a beagle was captured on camera and people can’t get enough. According to ViralHog, Eli the beagle and Chewie the sloth live in San Antonio de los Altos, Edo Miranda, Venezuela. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog According to Chewie’s Instagram, he was first introduced to the friendly pup after being rescued and raised by some kind people. The humans weren’t totally sure how the two animals would do together but as it turns out, they get along quite well. Photo: YouTube/ViralHog In the video shared...
New Hampshire Police Dog & Officer Take A Break To Sled Down Hill
All work and no play make for a boring day, especially for a dog training to be a Community Resource K9 officer. Newmarket Police Department posted a video of Lt. Wayne Stevens and cadet dog Gadget taking a break from work to enjoy a snowy day in New Hampshire. The video was captioned, “Shhhh don’t tell The Chief”. The hard-working duo paused to slide down a hill together on a green plastic sled as children squealed with delight in the background. Screenshot: Facebook/Newmarket Police Department One person commented,...
Nonprofit Helps Struggling Parents Become Dog Groomers
Soon after Cassie Bratton left her abusive relationship, she got laid off from her job at a medical equipment company. With no income, limited skills and diminishing confidence, she was struggling to care for her three children. Enrolling in a dog grooming training program changed her life. How to become a dog groomer through the program Pawsperity, formerly The Grooming Project, is a Kansas City based nonprofit that recruits parents who are struggling with issues, such as substance abuse recovery, unresolved legal cases and domestic...
