For nearly a decade, a senior horse named Gidget knew nothing but solitude. She hadn’t seen another living soul, human or animal, in years. After spending 17 loyal years with her owner, life had changed for both of them as he grew elderly and could no longer care for her properly. He managed to get her oats down a chute each day, but beyond that, Gidget lived in quiet … [Read more...] about Lonely horse who waited a lifetime for a friend finally finds her soulmate
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Fish Caught in Net as Loyal Friend Refuses to Leave His Side
In the heart of Thailand's Chaloklum Bay, a heartwarming tale of friendship unfolded beneath the waves. A snorkeler, a volunteer from the marine conservation group Core Sea, stumbled upon a scene that would touch hearts worldwide. A small pufferfish, its body entangled in a fishing net, lay trapped on the ocean floor. But it wasn't alone. A loyal companion, another … [Read more...] about Fish Caught in Net as Loyal Friend Refuses to Leave His Side
Orphaned gorilla, famous for viral selfie, dies in the arms of her human rescuer
Sometimes animals become orphaned, and rely on the kindness of humans for survival. Thankfully, there are many people who devote their lives to taking care of these animals, and can become like a parent to them. The trust between these animals and their caretakers was exemplified in one viral photo, which showed two orphaned gorillas posing for a “selfie” with one of … [Read more...] about Orphaned gorilla, famous for viral selfie, dies in the arms of her human rescuer
Now we celebrate dog Geo, who sensed something was wrong and saved a life
No friend in the world is as faithful and affectionate as a dog. Just ask 25-year-old Byron, who wouldn’t be alive today if it weren’t for his four-legged friend, Geo. Byron, from Gloucester, England, fell into a serious depression after a relationship ended. He hit the bottle to suppress his pain and silence his demons. Then after several months of hard drinking, … [Read more...] about Now we celebrate dog Geo, who sensed something was wrong and saved a life