Animals

When we came across this heart-melting story on The Dodo about a golden retriever and his little human sister, we couldn’t resist sharing it. Meet Taco, a 3-year-old golden retriever who has been eagerly waiting for the day his baby sister, Vanora, could join him in playtime. That long-awaited moment has finally arrived, and it’s nothing short of magical. Claudia Hughes, proud mom to both Taco and Vanora, shared their […]

In the animal kingdom, a mother’s instinct to care for her baby is incredibly strong, but sometimes things don’t go as expected. Occasionally, a mother may reject her newborn, refusing to care for, feed, or nurture it. This was the case for Beau, a lamb born on Olivia Akers’ farm. “Beau’s mom didn’t want to be a mom. I don’t know exactly why,” Akers shared on Instagram. “I tried everything

Dogs are known for their deep affection for their humans, often showing overwhelming joy when their owners return home, even if it’s just after a quick trip to the mailbox. So, when a pet is separated from its family, it’s heartbreaking for everyone involved. In 2022, a dog named Cow experienced this very scenario. Cow was stolen from his family, and after being taken, he ended up at the Louisiana

Drama unfolded at the Denver Zoo following the birth of a baby orangutan named Siska. Zoo staff were unsure whether 16-year-old Jaya or 30-year-old Berani was the father. To settle the mystery, they enlisted none other than Maury Povich to deliver the results. Povich, famous for his 31 years as host of the “Maury” show, is renowned for his dramatic paternity test reveals, where he would often declare, “You are

Molly, a sweet 10-year-old pit bull, was left abandoned and tied to a tree by her previous owners when they moved out. As reported by The Dodo, Molly had always been a loyal companion, but her first family couldn’t return that affection. When they sold the house, they chose to leave Molly and the family cat behind. While the cat was allowed to roam freely outdoors, Molly had no choice

When Ron Milburn found a tiny, hairless creature about the size of his thumb in his driveway, he had no idea what it was. Concerned, he brought it inside, wrapped it up for warmth, and began searching online. He quickly discovered that the small animal was a newborn squirrel, likely fallen from its nest. Milburn placed the squirrel in a box outside, hoping the mother would return for it. She

The rescue team at Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) has captured hearts online with their innovative and entertaining approach to teaching. Their Jungle School offers lessons critical for young orangutans, such as how to use tools, build nests, and, perhaps most importantly, recognize and avoid snakes—a potentially deadly threat in the wild. To emphasize this life-saving skill, the caretakers incorporate dramatic roleplay and exposure techniques, creating a learning experience both effective

When selecting a name for their baby, parents often put significant thought into their decision, weighing the pros and cons of how the name might serve their child throughout life. Some might even draw inspiration from trends or cultural moments. But even with careful planning, baby name regret is surprisingly common. A survey by BabyCenter revealed that nearly 1 in 10 parents wishes they had chosen a different name for

Saving the life of one small animal might seem insignificant in the grand scheme of things, but for those involved, it can be life-changing. Yassin Elmahgoub, a medical student from Egypt, shared the heartwarming story of a baby parrot named Mumble that he rescued. Born with birth defects, Mumble couldn’t stand or walk. With the help of a parrot behavior consultant, Elmahgoub hand-fed Mumble, nursed him back to health, and