Australia’s Queensland state has been under record-breaking flooding that has cut off access to some towns. The flooding has been so widespread it can be …
Read moreBaby kangaroo rescued in crocodile-infested flood waters in Australia
Prepare to smile and say “awwww”: A Michigan firefighter is making headlines for rescuing a tiny kitten from a storm drain, then bringing the little …
Ready for an inspiring story to kick off the New Year? An Atlanta man, who has been homeless since he was 13, ran into a …
Read moreHomeless Georgia man single-handedly rescued every animal from a shelter fire
A tiny owl made an unexpected journey when she was caught up in the Norway Spruce destined to become one of New York’s iconic landmarks: …
Read moreWorker transporting the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree found a tiny owl inside
On July 21, New York joined the growing number of states who have banned retail pet sales. The State Senate voted in favor of a …
After wildfires decimated their natural habitat, koalas who were displaced by 2019’s Australian bushfires are now being released back into their homes. Estimates of koala …
It’s so cute when animals of different species form bonds — and the friendship between Herman the pigeon and Lundy the chihuahua is no different. …
Read morePigeon and chihuahua puppy are best friends and their photos are ridiculously cute
A group of Maine lobstermen made an unusual catch this week. On Monday, captain Ren Dorr and his crewmen were five miles off the coast …
Read moreThis lobster boat saved a helpless deer that drifted 5 miles offshore
Hiking up a mountain can be exhausting! Just ask Floyd, a 190-pound 3-year-old Mastiff who recently went on a hike with his owner and extended …
Read moreRescuers carried this 190-pound dog down a mountain and the video is adorable
Hollywood’s newest superstar is handsome (of course), playful and a big fan of giving wet kisses. He’s a 2-year-old rescue dog named Monte and he …
Read moreThis shelter dog is the new star of Disney’s upcoming ‘Lady and the Tramp’ film
When some people in England came across a bright orange bird on July 1, they assumed it must be an especially exotic animal. The bird …
Read moreThese vets treated an exotic-looking bird that turned out to be a seagull covered in curry
Among the most common goals that teenagers typically have, like, say, getting a driver’s license or applying to college, rescuing a donkey probably isn’t on …
Read moreThis Teenager Rescued A Tiny Donkey And He Is Adorable
Over the years, you’ve probably heard many stories of heroic rescues and firefighters rushing to the aid of people and animals in distress. “The cat …
Read moreThis Rat Got Stuck in a Manhole And Had To Be Rescued By Firefighters
A tiny kitten survived a harrowing journey trapped underneath a car traveling from Brooklyn to Harlem in New York City. The feline got trapped underneath …
Read morePolice Officers Rescued A Freezing Kitten Trapped Under A Car
Volunteering is always a fulfilling and worthwhile use of your time, and sometimes, it can also be downright adorable. Such is the case with this …
Read moreThese Rescued Wolfdog Puppies Need Volunteers To Cuddle With Them
This September, Hurricane Florence swept across the Carolinas and left a wake of destruction in its path. Dozens of people died due to the storm, …
Read moreThis Dog Was Rescued After Being Stranded For Nearly A Week After Hurricane Florence
When it rains like cats and dogs, a lot of cats and dogs need help seeking shelter from the storm. In the wake of Hurricane Florence, …
Read moreThis Truck Driver Saved 64 Dogs And Cats From Hurricane Florence On His Rescue School Bus
Bruno is an adorable, 7-year-old cat who was looking for his forever home until recently. Bruno was living at Wright Way Rescue in Morton Grove, …
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Read moreWatch how this 510-pound bear reacts to being brushed
It’s no secret that Mexico has a stray dog crisis, with millions of homeless canines living on the streets. Until I recently visited the small …
Read moreThis Tequila Company Donates 10% Of Its Profits To Help Save Abused And Abandoned Dogs
Meet Rachael Rodgers. She’s a photographer, artist and outdoor enthusiast who lives in Canmore, Alberta, a gorgeous town in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. She also …
Read moreThis Photographer Takes Shelter Dogs on Adventures to Help Them Get Adopted
Shara Fenell was walking in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, on Memorial Day when she saw a duck quacking near a storm drain. When she went to …
Read moreWatch this video of a woman jumping into a storm drain to save ducklings in distress
What would you do if your puppy started choking? This past Sunday, North Reading resident Megan Vitale was forced to answer that question herself when …
Read morePolice scramble to save choking puppy—here’s what to do when in the same situation
Sometimes, the best way to get out of your shell is to invite other people into it. This works especially well if you are a …
Read moreThese rescued puppies found an unlikely friend in a tortoise
Ellen DeGeneres turned 60 years old on Jan. 26, and for a very special birthday edition of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” some guests and friends …
Read morePortia De Rossi just gave Ellen DeGeneres ‘the best gift’ for her 60th birthday
It looks like there will be a roster shake-up in this year’s “Puppy Bowl XIV.” The adorable foster dogs on Team Fluff and Team Ruff …
Pretty much everyone can agree that puppies are adorable. And they’re certainly a great way to cheer people up — which is probably what James …
Read moreJames Corden Criticized For Handing Out Puppies As ‘Consolation Prizes’ At The Grammys
Though it’s been several months since hurricanes devastated islands throughout the Caribbean, rescue missions are still ongoing. Some are being led by charitable celebrities and …
Read more62 dogs and cats rescued from Puerto Rico on 1 adorable flight
You can always count on the Humans of New York Facebook page to leave you needing a box of tissues after reading one of their …
Read moreWoman Shares Why She Adopted Dog After Her Husband’s Sudden Death
When 19-year-old Colorado resident Sophiane Nacer first met Hippo the dog, he had cancerous tumors all over his face, and his health was failing. The …
Read moreWoman gives dying shelter dog named Hippo one last happy day
Roman McConn is a 6-year-old boy with a special place in his heart for animals and he’s using his adorableness to help shelter dogs get …
Read moreLittle Boy’s Plea To Find A Home For A Deaf Labrador Is Absolutely Adorable
Being bullied by your peers is an awful feeling, whether you are a human or a pup. Such was the case for a golden retriever …
Read moreMeet The Bullied Golden Retriever Who Found A New Forever Home
Not all heroes wield a gun or badge; sometimes all you need is some grooming shears to save a life! That was the case for …
Read moreThis dog groomer gave a life-saving makeover to an abandoned dog
In the wake of the California wildfires that have ravaged much of the state, incredible stories of survival have been a bright spot during an otherwise …
Last week, the #AdoptDon’tShop movement claimed one of its largest victories so far in the United States. By Jan. 1, 2019, all California pet stores …
Read moreCalifornia Is The First State To Ban Pet Stores From Selling Puppy Mill Dogs
When a wild animal is rescued, the goal is usually rehabilitation, so they can be released back into the wild where they belong. However, one …
Read moreAdorable Baby Opossum Refuses To Be Released Back Into The Wild
Move over, man. This dog’s got a new best friend. Seven years ago, Alaina Brinton went to a shelter to adopt a dog named Lucy. …
Read moreShelter Dog Refused To Be Adopted Without Her Best Friend
Hurricane Irma has brought about record flooding, and has left tragic deaths and destruction in its wake. Both people and pets have been affected by …
Read moreFloridians stopped to rescue manatees during Hurricane Irma
Paul Steklenski is a U.S. Army veteran and a Cisco employee. He enjoys classic cars and cooking. He is also a hero to hundreds of …
Read moreArmy veteran uses pilot license to rescue dogs from kill shelters
If you’re looking for your feel-good story of the day, look no further. Last week, a boat captain in Florida rescued a kitten who was …
Read moreBoat captain adopts cat he rescued after it was thrown off a bridge
How many times have you seen a dog fetch a stick or a tennis ball from the water? Well, one dog put its doggie paddle …
Read moreWatch this dog jump into the water to save a baby deer from drowning
Dogs are usually known as “man’s best friend.” However, one scrappy little dog risked his own life to help rescue a bunny in distress. Talk …
Read moreAbandoned dog helps truck driver rescue bunny buddy
Ikea has made the best use possible of the brand’s Duktig doll beds — beyond providing a place for dolls to rest their heads. In …
Read moreIkea donated doll beds to an animal shelter so the cats would have a cozy spot to sleep
Easter generally conjures up images of fluffy chicks and sweet bunnies sitting in baskets with plenty of straw. While these images are adorable, they’re actually …
Read moreBuying Bunnies On Easter Is A Tradition We Need To Abandon
If I’m ever in need of a good cry and don’t have any onions nearby, photos of rescue dogs are the next best way to get …
Read moreThese 12 Before And After Photos of Rescue Dogs Will Restore Your Faith In Humanity
There are those animal rescue organizations that care for dogs, cats, hamsters and other furry mammals. And then there’s Barnyard Betty’s Rescue, which really went above …