Plastic-eating Caterpillar Could Munch Waste, Scientists Say
These little worms may be the key to helping humans break down pesky plastic bags so they don't pollute the environment.
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Community Shows Up in Full Force to Love Hero Dog in His Final Hours
This dog saved dozens of lives when he was in Afghanistan â€" and on Wednesday, dozens of those people were in attendance for his final hours.
"Game of Thrones" Helps Rescue Farm With Uncommon Animals in Ireland
Kenny Gracey and his animals were in dire straits a few years ago í¢â¬" but luckily for them, í¢â¬ÅGame of Thronesí¢â¬ had just started filming their first season.
Watch These Tenacious Rabbits Riding on the Backs of Sheep to Escape Floodwaters
When these bunnies found themselves in a baaaaad situation, they pulled some serious stunts in order to escape.
Cat Gently Petting Tiny Frog is the Serene Moment You Need Today
You might feel a sense of calm wash over you after watching this cat softly petting a tiny green tree frog.
Frog Mucus Could Kill Flu Viruses For Good
Scientists have discovered that the mucus oozing out of a frog's skin might be the key to defeating dozens of strains of the flu virus.
This Senior Has Cared For Feral Cats Every Day For the Last 22 Years
Every day rain or shine, Willie Ortiz sells scrap metal so he can care for his feline friends with cat food and vet visits.
Watch to See Exactly How to Rescue a Massive Sea Turtle Stuck on its Back
This American tourist came across a stranded turtle just in the nick of time.
Dog That Languished in a Cage For 8 Years Now Cuddles With Dozens of Toys
Jojo's favorite evening activity in his new forever home is carrying his 100-plus toys to bed every night so he can cuddle with them all.
A Prescription for Compassion, This Handyman Builds Cheap Wheelchairs and Gives Them to Disabled Dogs
This animal enthusiast is giving his local disabled dogs a leg up with his own custom-designed water pipe wheelchairs.
Vancouver Bans the Use of Dolphins and Whales in Aquariums
The Vancouver park board unanimously decided to amend city laws to state that the captivity of whales and dolphins for entertainment was unethical.
Elephant Stranded 5 Miles Out to Sea Rescued by Navy
This Sri Lankan elephant was given a "miraculous escape" after it was rescued by navy officers 5 miles out at sea.
Police Officer Stands in the Pouring Rain With a Smile as She Protects Critter From Traffic
A Maryland couple were surprised to see a police officer standing in the middle of the pouring rain – until they saw what she was guarding.
Man So Loved Fashionable Local Bird That He Wrote an Obituary About 'The Goodtime Duck'
Bonnie "The Goodtime Duck" is off to waddle through the waters of heaven - so its favorite friendly bread-throwers felt moved to write the bird an obituary.
This Childless Couple Rescued an Orphaned Bear - and Now He's a 7-Foot Snugglebug (WATCH)
This couple may not have children, but they do have a bear.
Cat Has the Most Hilariously Priceless (and Relatable) Reaction to Finding Out She's Pregnant
Have no fear, human readers – Ulla is in very capable hands, despite what her amusing reaction might otherwise indicate.
In Addition to Being Wiener Dog Capital of the World, Town May Also Be One of the 'Nicest Places' Ever
This Texas town is called the Wiener Dog Capital of the World - and it might soon also be named a winner amongst the Top 10 Nicest Places in America.
Cat Running Across a Baseball Field Triggers a Movement That Saved 38,000 Animals
Evie the cat became a televised superstar when she ran across the baseball field 28 years ago – but more importantly, she became the inspiration for a life-saving movement.
When Woman is About to Give Up On Lost Cat, She Feels 'Invisible Hands' Guide Her to Him
This woman had spent three days searching for her cat after it escaped a harness - but right when she was about to give up, she asked for help.
Guy Takes Advantage of Toys 'R' Us Closing Sale to Make Giant Ball Pit For His Dog in His Hallway
Every kid has dreamt of having their own ball pit – so this guy took advantage of his local toy store's closing sale and bought 5,400 balls for a doggie ball pit.
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