Spunky Emu Does “Zoomies” Around The Yard
One of the best parts about being around animals is seeing how unique their personalities are. Some are calm, some are sassy, and some are full of spunk! Growing up, my cousin had three of the same breed of dog. Despite being the same breed, they had their own personalities and one, in particular, loved to do zoomies. Photo: TikTok/@gbark91 He’d rush around the yard, house, or garage in fast little circles and it was so cute! It’s not that uncommon for dogs to do zoomies, but have you ever seen an emu do zoomies before? Gabby...
Study Finds Petting Dogs Is Good For Our Brains
It’s no secret that dogs bring a lot of value to our lives. They’re man’s best friend, after all. But new research suggests being close with dogs may actually be more beneficial than we once thought. In fact, a new study published in the journal Plus One suggests that petting dogs may be good for our brains! Photo: Unsplashnomao saeki/ We know in our hearts that petting dogs brings us a lot of joy and perhaps a boost in mood, but now there’s research to back it up! The study, “Effects of contact with a dog on...
Senior Dog Surrendered For Being “Too Old” Finds A Loving Home To Live Out His Golden Years
A lot of people bring puppies or young dogs into their homes with enthusiasm and joy. Puppies are so adorable and easy-going most of the time, even though they require a ton of work. All puppies grow into dogs eventually though, and that’s not something everyone accounts for. As a result, a lot of pet owners end up abandoning their dogs when the going gets tough. They may not realize how much work a dog requires, or they simply no longer want the responsibility of a dog when they’re no longer an adorable puppy. Photo:...
Grandpa Sweetly Gives Free Cat “Rides” on His 94th Birthday
Grandparents are one of the sweetest people in the world. They intend to provide the best love and care for their grandchildren without hesitation. For this reason, grandkids feel safe whenever they’re around. Until those grandchildren grow up into adults, they still seek the comfort of their presence. For most of a person’s childhood, their grandparents are the biggest source of warm hugs and smiles. They will remind you of the holiday seasons, desserts, candies, and your childhood favorites. Photo: Pexels/Kampus Production The...
India Deploys Guard Dogs To Protect Newly-Introduced Cheetahs From Poachers
In a historic move, authorities in India have deployed a pack of dogs in a national park to protect newly-introduced cheetahs from poachers. According to USA Today, cheetahs used to be widespread in India, but they became extinct in the 1950s due to poaching. Photo: Pexels/Antony Trivet Cheetahs were the first and only predator to become extinct in the country since India’s independence in 1947. While it’s been some 70 years since cheetahs roamed freely in India, authorities have imported African cheetahs in hopes of restoring...
Pet Owner Gets Tattoo Of Dead Dog Using Ink Mixed With His Ashes
When we welcome a dog into our home, they become a part of the family for as long as they’re around. When we have a puppy, we hope to spend some 8-15 years with them before they cross the rainbow bridge, but sometimes, our time together is cut short. 27-year-old Robyn Moscrop recently experienced a heartbreaking loss when her 3-year-old Bull Terrier, Bronson, passed away back in 2019. Photo: Wikimedia Commons The dog’s death was sudden and unexpected, which only made the loss that much more painful. To commemorate Bronson, Robyn...
Goats Return to Calgary’s Nose Hill Park to Help Environment
In an effort to aid the environment, a herd of 260 goats was brought back to Calgary, Canada’s Nose Hill Park to graze on grass and vegetation in the Rubbing Stone Hill section. The animals will feast on grassland for 30 days with the idea that they’ll reduce invasive species and dead vegetation, which will hopefully lead to the opening of stretches for wildflowers to begin growing. The animals are said to have been grazing in the Nose Hill area since 2016, and the City of Calgary notes that it isn’t merely their teeth that...
Teen With Epilepsy Crowned Miss Dallas Teen 2022 And Her Service Dog Gets Crowned Beside Her
When 17-year-old Alison Appleby was told she couldn’t compete in a pageant, she set out to prove them wrong. Not only did she compete, but she ended up taking home the crown! According to KTEN, Appleby was diagnosed with epilepsy two years ago. Her life changed since the diagnosis and she welcomed home a golden retriever named Brady to act as her service dog. Photo: YouTube/WFAA Appleby shared with KTEN that she was having a conversation with someone about pageants and a bystander told her, “you can’t do that, because you...
Félicette, the First (and only) “Catstronaut” in Space
Early space exploration wasn’t initially manned by humans. We often hear about the chimps and even the little dog from Russia, Laika, who became one of the first animals to go into orbit. But we seldom hear about the first cat in space, a stray Parisian kitty with black and white fur. So what’s her story? It’s actually kind of sad, so grab your Kleenex box and get ready to dab your eyes, because it’s going to be a bumpy flight. Photo: Public Domain First Cat in Space Little Félicette, as her autographs would be...
Dog Alerts Mom To Toddler Opening Gate And Escaping The Yard
Some people say dogs are man’s best friend, but others consider them to be more that, like guardian angels. It’s true that there have been many stories of dogs stepping into save their owners or even strangers, including recently when a small toddler wandered away from the house and toward the road. The incident occurred in Casilda, a small township in Argentina, and it was captured on video by the home’s security cameras. Photo: YouTube/Telenueve Photo: YouTube/Telenueve In the video, you can see a toddler wandering out...
