Heart Health

Every day I am horrified by the sheer number of animal abuse cases and stories of our furry friends being dumped. Shazreen Othuman, from Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, posted a photo that quickly spread across the globe, leaving animal lovers shocked and heartbroken. But what had really happened? Behind the disturbing image was a story few saw coming. In 2019, a heartbreaking … [Read more...] about Dog found painted green, crying and looking for food

Archie’s story is nothing short of a miracle. When this tiny kitten was surrendered to Headed For Furever Inc. at just 10 weeks old, weighing barely over a pound, nobody knew the incredible fight ahead of him. Covered in fleas and suffering from severe wounds, Archie’s skin was literally melting off his fragile little body — the result of horrific third-degree burns caused … [Read more...] about Meet Archie: The brave kitten who beat the odds and stole thousands of hearts

In the heart of Coimbra, Portugal, a remarkable alliance has been quietly unfolding for centuries between nature and knowledge. Inside the Biblioteca Joanina, an 18th-century Baroque masterpiece nestled within the University of Coimbra, more than 60,000 priceless books—many of them first editions and historic manuscripts—are kept safe not by modern technology, but by an … [Read more...] about 18th-Century Portuguese Library Has Bats That Protect the Priceless Books Housed Inside

Some dogs look a little different, but that doesn’t make them any less worthy of love. That was the case for one poor shelter dog, who lost his ears due to an injury, and his carers feared it would keep him from getting adopted. But one thoughtful vet tech found an adorable way to give the dog new ears — which will hopefully help him on his search for a new home. Back in … [Read more...] about After losing his ears due to a dog attack, Willy gets a new pair of ears thanks to a caring vet tech

What happened to little Tigro is the kind of nightmare no animal should ever face— and no compassionate heart can ignore. Just weeks ago, in the quiet town of Dolianova, Sardinia, a kitten was found in a condition too horrific to comprehend. Doused in gasoline. Set on fire. Abandoned like trash in the countryside. But this was no accident. It was torture. Deliberate, … [Read more...] about Burned alive in Sardinia, Tigro’s tragic story ignites outrage