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An image has gone viral on social media this week, showing more than 97 adorable baby turtles hatched on a deserted beach during the coronavirus quarantine. According to a recent report by British newspaper The Guardian, the image in question was taken by a photographer on March 22, on the…
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While most of us are being encouraged or legally required to stay in our homes, some penguins have been taken out of their enclosure for a day tour of the aquarium. Staff at Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, which has closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, even gave the penguins a…
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The coronavirus pandemic has given most us more time on our hands, and while there should be no pressure to use it usefully because it's an extremely stressful situation, some are using it to get creative. You might, for instance, take inspiration from this guy who built an adorable mini…
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The family of a woman who was mauled to death by her neighbors' dogs, after making 13 complaints about them, are expected to be awarded $3.5 million in compensation. Per The Dayton Daily News, the body of Klonda Richey was discovered on February 7, 2014 by a pedestrian walking past…
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It's an unfortunate reality of life that, if you're a spider, more often than not, people are going to hate you. The other night while self-isolating alone in a house, a big spider made itself comfortable on my carpet. To put its size into context, at first, I wasn't sure…
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In a heartwarming story that is probably what all of us need to see right now, a dog is becoming a neighborhood hero by delivering groceries to people currently in self-isolation. Sunny the golden retriever has become a fury hero, as he is not only bringing groceries to his neighbors,…
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There's no doubt that the internet loves a cat. Think about all the famous felines who have managed to become viral superstars over the years. The lolcats started off the trend over a decade ago, and then we had Grumpy Cat who was perennially unimpressed with life, and many, many…
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It's been a pretty bleak last few weeks, with the number of coronavirus cases continuing to soar. So now more than ever, we could all probably do with something light and utterly delightful to warm our hearts - and we have just the thing. Meet Milkshake the pug. Notice anything…
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With our newsfeeds being a constant stream of negativity recently, and with many of us continuing to self-isolate amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, we could all do with some light, fluffy, and adorable content right about now. Well, you'll be pleased to know that Atlanta Humane Society (AHS) has got…
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With the worldwide coronavirus pandemic continuing to put human lives in danger, many of us are being encouraged (and in many cases, forced) to stay at home in order to "flatted the curve". Some of us are permitted to leave the house to go and buy essentials like groceries and…
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It's fair to say that, with so many people choosing to self-isolate because of the recent coronavirus pandemic, we're all in need of some positivity right now. However, for all the housepets in the world, the mass quarantines have actually been an unexpected treat. After all, this means that our…
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As the age-old saying goes, dogs are a human's best friend. There's an undeniable bond we share with the four-legged creatures. But it turns out that dogs aren't just capable of sharing a special bond with people - but with other species too. Ever heard of a dog who dotes…
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An adorable cat by the name of Lucy has gained a huge following on social media after a rare condition means she looks like a bat. When owner Zilla Bergamini first saw Lucy in a video of from her friend - a cat breeder - she instantly became smitten with…
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Now that the coronavirus has officially been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization, it seems like many people will be forced to go into quarantine and be stuck indoors for the time being. However, self-isolation doesn't mean you have to be bored, although a lot of people will…
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A teenager has gone viral after posting herself rushing to save her sister's dog - as she was recording a video social media platform TikTok. In the heart-pounding video, Arizona-native Cadence Beavers (@cadbea) start to perform a TikTok dance as two dogs can be seen walking behind her. After hearing…
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The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has left the entire world rocked, with Italy becoming one of the worst-hit countries. Per The Guardian, the total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Italy has risen to 31,506, from 27,980, and the death toll also increased by 16% on Tuesday to 2,503 - a…
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As more and more of us practice social distancing and self-isolation, we could do with an adorable pet to keep us company. And, in fact, one particular animal shelter in Virginia is encouraging aspiring owners to foster one of its animals amid the coronavirus outbreak. So, if you'd already been…
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As of the most recent situation report from the World Health Organization, there has been 167,511 confirmed cases of COVID-19 around the world, and the number of deaths as a result of the disease has now reached 6,606. These numbers continue to grow by the hour. In response to the…
