Heartwarming tales, wild wonders, and cute companions.
Heartwarming tales, wild wonders, and cute companions.
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A desperate search is underway for a therapy dog who fled in terror as fireworks went off as part of the fourth of July celebrations in Yonkers. Rocky, a five-year-old golden retriever, had been helping his owner, Paulina Santos, come to terms with the trauma she had experienced as a…
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When a racing driver is speeding along the track, aiming for the win, a rogue bird hitting them in the face is likely the least of their worries - or so you'd think... Teenage racer Tommy Foster got a shock when he was nearly knocked out by a pheasant during…
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We all remember the late great Steve Irwin. He was adored worldwide for his passion for wildlife and nature, hanging out with some of the rarest and most deadly creatures the world has ever seen. The daring conservationist was in his element whilst in the company of such creatures, despite…
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We still know so little about the wonderful worlds at the bottom of the oceans - but every once in a while, we get a magical glimpse. That's exactly what happened last weekend when a submarine team of researchers filmed a rarely-spotted prehistoric species of shark at the weekend. The…
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Inmates at a Florida jail will spend their Independence Day cuddling scared shelter dogs during the traditional Fourth of July fireworks. In a Facebook post, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey explained that in response to plenty of calls from concerned citizens about animals in shelters during the fireworks displays, the…
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A man has shared pictures of a home covered in blood in an attempt to warn pet owners about the dangers of fireworks over Independence Day. Lee Phillips, who says he is an animal control officer, posted the images from a house he had to visit after a dog had…
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A concerned cat owner has taken to social media to warn other people about the danger Himalayan salt lamps pose to felines after her own pet nearly died as a result of poisoning brought about by the cat licking the lamp. In a post made on the official Facebook page…
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While plenty of Americans around the world will be lining the streets for parades, barbecues, and general merriment, there are some Americans who are skipping the Independence day fireworks to take care of those who don't quite understand what's going on. While the fireworks and festivities are all fun and…
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Very few people actually like spiders. Even if you're not an arachnophobe, you probably don't have an active affinity for the creatures. Those who do, and keep them as pets, are often branded as strange. But you might find out why these spider-lovers are the way they are after taking…
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There are few things more terrifying than the prospect of being attacked by a vicious and bloodthirsty wild animal. But fortunately, the vast majority of us will never have to find out what that's like - because most of us know not to venture anywhere within close proximity to free-roaming…
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For those who haven't had a pet in their life, it can be hard to understand the lengths owners will go to make their animals happy. It doesn't just mean food, hygiene, and exercise, but entertainment and comforts too. For those who have been close to an animal in this…
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"Why did the chicken cross the road?" It's probably one of the oldest jokes in the joke book. Seriously, it's up there with set-ups like "A Scotsman, an Englishman and an Irishman walk into a bar" or "Knock knock; who's there?" in terms of joke formats that have been flogged…
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If you're a dog lover, you'll know that pooches are simply the best in any shape or size. Indeed, they can have missing teeth, bug eyes, large heads, droopy tongues or whatever else, and we will still absolutely adore them from head to toe. This is exactly what the World's…
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They were worshipped as gods back in Ancient Egypt, but in modern times, cats get somewhat of a bad rep. All over the internet, people are quick to sing the praises of dogs, and while they are great, it is cats who are unfairly branded as jerks. But I don't…
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Whether you're a 90s kid or a 00s kid, I can almost guarantee that a huge part of your childhood was Pokémon cards. I can literally remember the moment my older brother handed me three cards he didn't want, for them to become my very first cards. I can remember…
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Millennials love taking pictures of their coffee. Whether it is a perfect latte flower or a fun green-colored matcha drink, you can always spot them at rocking up to Starbucks to get their picture-perfect morning caffeine. Now, there's more reason than ever to Instagram away, as Starbucks just released a…
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It's often said that over time pets end up subtly resembling their owners in looks and in character. For example, a beardy man with a crop of shaggy hair might find that his dog becomes just as hairy and matted as he is. A rotund person might find that their…
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It's fair to say that Lego is one of the best toys ever made: totally charming, infinitely variable, and as it turns out, damn useful. This week, a bunch of vets have used Lego to give a poor turtle a custom-made wheelchair. After Pedro the turtle lost his two back…
