Coby Reid was inspecting a stretch of train tracks in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains when he came across a small animal nearly blending in with his surroundings. A young bobcat was sitting in the center of the tracks, seemingly unconcerned that he was holding up traffic. “The cat was reposed on his haunches with one arm […]
One night, Francisca Franken was browsing the website of her local animal shelter when she came across an unusual cat. There was something about the cat’s flat face, tough attitude and sad eyes that made her stop scrolling. “I saw her photo and fell in love the second I saw her,” Franken told The Dodo. “Well,
A bald eagle in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, is proving just how far moms will go to keep their babies safe. Even being buried up to her head in the snow won’t stop this eagle mom, known as Bella, from keeping her eggs warm. Bella and her mate, Smitty, have returned to their nest 100 feet up
The other day, veterinarian Ogün Öztürk was called to a small village in Turkey to attend to a client’s cow. He hadn’t planned on staying long. But what began as just a routine visit ended as one Ogün won’t soon forget. After wrapping up the job he’d come for, Ogün was about to leave the
I hadn’t heard from my stepdaughter, Hyacinth, in what felt like forever, so when she invited me to dinner, I thought maybe this was it — the moment we’d finally patch things up. But nothing could have prepared me for the surprise she had waiting for me at that restaurant. I’m Rufus, 50 years old,
A selfless dog refuses to leave her mom’s side, laying on the hospital bed while doctors fight hard to save the woman’s life. When a 17-year-old girl bought home a service puppy, she had no idea the pup would one day have the potential to save her life. When Shauna Darcy first welcomed Ruby into
Kelly Ripa Cries with Husband Mark Consuelos on Live After Death of 17-Year-Old Dog, Chewie: ‘She Gave Us So Much’ A Heartbreaking Goodbye to a Beloved Companion Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is never easy, and for Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, the loss of their 17-year-old Shih Tzu, Chewie, was an incredibly emotional moment. The couple revealed
A dog named Preciosa has captured hearts with her incredible story of hardship, healing, and ultimately, happiness. Her journey, marked by cruelty and resilience, serves as a powerful reminder of the impact of compassion and the possibility of second chances. Just over a month ago, Preciosa’s life took a tragic turn when she was forcibly
When this little pup arrived at our rescue, his condition was truly heartbreaking. He had endured months—possibly years—of neglect, suffering from severe mange, painful skin infections, and the devastating effects of malnourishment. Yet, despite his rough past, his spirit remained unbroken. His eyes still held a spark of hope, and we knew we had to
Anyone wondering what Esme the cat has been up to these days needn’t look far to find the answer. Her family’s made it abundantly clear: No good. A photo has been making the rounds online showing a sign set up outside Esme’s home, alerting the neighborhood about her thieving ways. Alongside the sign is a
Zach Medlin was walking his dog in Kiroli Park in West Monroe, Louisiana, when he stumbled across something he’d never noticed before. A small square stone was peeking out between the fallen leaves and pine needles. Medlin’s dog, Serena, a one-eyed Staffordshire terrier, was much more interested in chasing ducks in the nearby lake. But Medlin wanted
We all love our pets, but some people go above and beyond to care for them. This is the story of Jaxon Feeley and his beloved dog, Rambo. When Rambo fell seriously ill, Jaxon showed just how far he would go to save her. Rambo’s Health Crisis Rambo, a beautiful Weimaraner, was in big trouble.
Last year, while walking near her home in Thailand, photographer Mari-Mo met a sweet dog named Moo Dang. The pup was cheerful and friendly and in the company of her loving owner, an older man who was homeless. “They walked around the city together,” Mari-Mo told The Dodo. “Every day, they would come to rest at a
Greg Gutfeld, the popular Fox News host, recently opened up about an unexpected family struggle following the birth of his first child, Mira. While his return to television after a six-week absence was met with celebration, Gutfeld shared that his beloved French Bulldog, Gus, has been experiencing emotional distress since losing his status as the
Earlier this month, a severe winter storm passed through Kansas City, blanketing the area with inches of snow and record frigid temperatures. As the storm raged outside, an elderly Kansas City resident was awoken at 4 a.m. on January 5 by the sound of barking outside his front door. Confused about why there would be
