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Critter Love

Edmonton fire department rescues dog floating on ice in frigid North Saskatchewan River

Critter Crimes

Why are dolphins trying to kill baby manatees? Scientists don’t have the answer

Critters vs Humans vs Critters

Alberta Mounties always get their … beaver

Critter Crimes

California man convicted of animal cruelty after capturing hawk and feeding it alcohol

Critter Love

Confused and disoriented raccoon covered in ice found wandering in field

Meatless Monday: Danish lawmakers go vegan for 22 days to raise awareness

May 29, 2017

Several politicians from Denmark’s Alternativet and Enhedslisten parties gave up meat and animal products for 22 days in a bid to benefit the environment.Five…

Bobcat kittens rescued from house fire, then miraculously reunited with their mother

May 27, 2017

As far as house fires go, this one was pretty routine. Except for the rescue. Firefighters in Calgary saved not one, but two baby…

Dog interrupts Russian newscast in the most adorable way

May 26, 2017

There’s nothing quite like a surprise guest on live TV. But one Russian news host recently got a little more bark back than expected when…

Moose tramples on tulips planted for Canadian 150th celebration

May 26, 2017

The MUN Botanical Garden in St. John’s, Newfoundland reported a very Canadian theft. Tulips that were planted specifically for Canada’s 150th birthday celebration this July…

Friday Fun: High school yearbook photo of Alpha the dog wins the Internet

May 26, 2017

Best high school yearbook photo for 2017 is Alpha the dog. Alpha is the service dog at Stafford High School in Virginia. His owner…

Pigeon carrying backpack loaded with drugs captured in Kuwait

May 25, 2017

A most unusual drug mule was nabbed in Kuwait. Kuwaiti newspaper Al Rai reported the bizarre bust of a homing pigeon saddled with a tiny backpack loaded with…

With wedding season upon us, PETA warns releasing doves means killing them

May 24, 2017

It’s a time-honoured tradition at some weddings. After the ceremony and as a pledge of their love, newlyweds release doves from cages and set…

Wednesday Zen Moment: Pianist and his cat make beautiful music together

May 24, 2017

Meet the Pianocatman of Turkey. Sarper Duman loves his cats. He’s also a musician. So naturally, the Turkish pianist combined the two. Duman has…

Tributes and scorn for big game hunter killed after being crushed by elephant he fatally shot

May 23, 2017

In news reporting, we call this newsworthy because it’s ironic. A big game hunter who makes his living from being a hunting guide was…

Thousands of pieces of animal parts from 48 species in Nepal destroyed

May 23, 2017

A huge cache of animal parts and trophies taken over the last 20 years were destroyed in a deliberately set fire in the town…