RIP Smiley. You were a very good dog, indeed October 16, 2017 Smiley may well have been the world’s most famous therapy dog. Born without eyes, Smiley spent the first two years of his life in… Continue Reading
Deaths of two Canadian police dogs mourned in Edmonton October 15, 2017 Once a canine cop, always a canine cop. And in this particularly rough autumn, the Edmonton Police Service in Alberta announced the deaths of two… Continue Reading
California prisoners hold fundraiser and donate money to Sacramento animal shelter October 14, 2017 Kindness comes from unexpected places. In this case, the California State Prison in Sacramento where inmates donated close to $1,700 to a local animal… Continue Reading
Cats, dogs, horses & birds rescued from California wildfires October 12, 2017 Incredible stories of pet survival and rescues are coming out of northern California. At least 23 people have been killed, hundreds more are missing… Continue Reading
Mexican rescue dog Frida celebrated on football pitch for earthquake heroism October 9, 2017 Frida is a true Mexican hero. At a recent World Cup qualifying match featuring Mexico versus Trinidad and Tobago, Frida was the clear MVP…. Continue Reading
Hilarious new video of giant pandas falling all over themselves at Toronto Zoo October 7, 2017 You think your toddler has trouble getting around? Get a load of these terrible twos. Terribly cute 2-year-old pandas at the Toronto Zoo. “This… Continue Reading
Porcupines hit by cars in Canada now on the mend October 6, 2017 This might be as close as you’ll ever want to get to a porcupine. These two prickly fellas were hit by cars, but are… Continue Reading
Sweet opportunity: U.S. schools eligible for grants to start beekeeping October 5, 2017 Have you heard the buzz? Don’t be afraid of bees. Keep them. And now, kids and their teachers can “bee the change” with honey… Continue Reading
Moose on the loose for the morning commute October 4, 2017 File under Canada. Specifically, Alberta. A rather forlorn looking moose was spotted at a Calgary Transit station today, seemingly ready to beat the morning… Continue Reading
Wednesday Zen Moment: When a nearly-poached pangolin is set free October 4, 2017 Pangolins are the most trafficked animal in the world. But not this one. Rangers with Garamba National Park in the Democratic Republic of the… Continue Reading