Author name: Fun Stuff

Many of us have seen chimpanzees in zoos or sanctuaries, but not all of them were born in captivity. Some are rescued from the wild, while others are raised by humans after being rejected by their mothers for various reasons. Limbani, a chimpanzee, faced such rejection at birth. Born with pneumonia, his mother abandoned him, likely due to the harsh realities of survival in the wild. A sickly infant could […]

What began as a simple father-son bonding experience quickly turned into a viral sensation, all thanks to one very surprising octopus. Or should we say, fifty octopuses? Cameron Clifford from Edmond, Oklahoma, had promised his 9-year-old son, Cal, who was obsessed with cephalopods, that they would get their very own pet octopus. After reaching out to a local aquarium, Cameron fulfilled that promise, and a California two-spot (bimac) octopus, named

Our pets often know more about us than we realize. They dedicate their lives to being in tune with the people in their family, which is why it’s not surprising when an animal without formal training can sense when something’s wrong with their human. Whether it’s rescuing children from danger or alerting owners to a house fire, many pets have risked their lives to protect their families. Some animals even

We all love our fur babies, and many of us treat them as part of the family. From dressing them in matching outfits to sharing strollers with our babies, our pets are often involved in our daily lives. But while we adore them, there’s a fine line between love and trust, especially when it comes to their interaction with young children. Pediatrician Dr. Sami, known for her TikTok presence as

Pets become beloved members of the family, forging deep bonds that extend beyond their immediate owners. When a pet lives in another family member’s home, especially if they visit frequently or stay for extended periods, they can form their own unique connections. While it may be hard to tell if a pet like a cat or a snake misses their humans when they’re away, dogs make it abundantly clear with

For over 20,000 years, dogs have been our loyal companions and helpers. But it’s only in the past century that their remarkable ability to detect medical conditions has been fine-tuned to save lives. Social media has brought incredible attention to medical alert dogs, showcasing their life-saving work. People who rely on these trained heroes are sharing videos of them in action, and it’s nothing short of awe-inspiring. One such video,

Baby animals have a way of melting hearts, sparking a universal “aww” whenever they’re spotted—except maybe for the eerie sight of froglets hatching from their mother’s back (an image that’s hard to unsee). But for most baby animals, their cuteness inspires a protective instinct in us, compelling some to take extraordinary measures to help them in distress. This instinct was on full display when a woman captured a heartwarming moment