Mama squirrel saves babies after fall; paddler rescues squirrel from river November 6, 2014 Squirrels are so hot right now. A few months ago, a mother squirrel rescued three babies after their nest was accidentally knocked out of… Continue Reading
Bear takes time from fishing to look through photog’s camera November 4, 2014 Photographer Jim Lawrence aspires to crystallize the character of the wildlife, birds and landscapes he encounters. The Kaslo, B.C.-based photographer believes strongly that a high… Continue Reading
Bentley reunited with Dallas nurse Nina Pham after Ebola scare November 1, 2014 This was no ordinary return of a dog to its owner. Bentley, the King Charles Spaniel, is best known as the American dog put… Continue Reading
Nervous flier? Before you pop that pill, try pet therapy October 29, 2014 Fliers leaving and arriving at Edmonton International Airport have a new way to relax that doesn’t involve buying overpriced chocolate peanuts or tacky souvenirs…. Continue Reading
Herds of deer overrun Nara, Japan October 28, 2014 Nara, a city in central Japan, has developed a reputation for attracting some unique visitors. Herds of deer have taken over city streets. Locals… Continue Reading
Family wants to keep pet raccoon Dennis, city says no way October 27, 2014 Here at Critter Files, we like all critters. But this story about Dennis the raccoon being kept as a pet has us, frankly, a… Continue Reading
Canadian hero Cpl. Nathan Cirillo remembered for bravery, love of family and kinship with dogs October 23, 2014 Cpl. Nathan Cirillo was standing guard outside the National War Memorial in Ottawa yesterday when he was gunned down in an unprovoked attack. Today,… Continue Reading
Remember the orphaned baby rhino Gertjie? He has a new BFF, a little lamb October 22, 2014 Last June, Critter Files told our readers labout how Gertjie was so grief-stricken after his mother’s death that he couldn’t sleep alone. That sparked a… Continue Reading
Ripple the Dog interrupts weather report and forecasts winning fans around the world October 21, 2014 Ripple won hearts everywhere after he made his television debut on Global Edmonton’s morning show and showed off his gift for grabbing the spotlight…. Continue Reading
Swiss hotel allows visitors to sleep with the dogs – sort of October 20, 2014 This Swiss hotel may be a dog lovers paradise. The Husky Lodge in Muotathal, Switzerland invites guests to stay in a luxury digs next to… Continue Reading