Last month a devastating, 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and Syria, leaving at least 50,000 people dead. In the weeks since, search and rescue crews have been hard at work searching for survivors. Miraculously, one survivor was found 22 days after the earthquake: a Husky dog. The dog, named “Aleks,” was found under the rubble of a two-story building in … [Read more...] about Husky dog found alive under rubble 22 days after Turkey earthquake
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Fireman Arrives To Save Puppy Trapped Under Concrete, And Fall In Love Right Away
"I knew he was coming home with me." One day in South Carolina, a family was out biking when they heard what appeared to be a dog sobbing. They were surprised to see a small dog buried behind a mound of mud and concrete when they pulled their motorcycles over to the side of the road to investigate. They instantly dialed 911 since they had no other way to assist and hoped … [Read more...] about Fireman Arrives To Save Puppy Trapped Under Concrete, And Fall In Love Right Away
People are Surprised to Learn That Capybaras Can Swim Majestically Under Water
They move with much more grace underwater than they ever show on land. Capybaras, everyone's favorite gigantic rodent, are becoming popular on the Internet after a video demonstrating their exceptional swimming ability received over 100,000 likes. The video shows the animal bobbing around underwater with far more elegance than they do on land. Capybaras are the biggest … [Read more...] about People are Surprised to Learn That Capybaras Can Swim Majestically Under Water
Cat Turns Into a “Invisible” Spy Under Bath Mats to Watch Over Family
“He thinks if he’s under them you can’t see him.” Meet Pumpkin, a white and orange rescue cat who enjoys playing about the house, snoozing on his back, and cuddling with his mother. When he's not engaged in those pursuits, Pumpkin likes to think of himself as a trickster who enjoys hiding out around the home and keeping an eye on his family. His go-to cover, perhaps? … [Read more...] about Cat Turns Into a “Invisible” Spy Under Bath Mats to Watch Over Family
Boiling Lobsters Alive in the UK May Be Banned Under “Sentient Being” Law; Can They Feel Pain?
A new rule in the UK intended to safeguard the welfare rights of animals regarded as sentient beings may forbid boiling lobsters alive. What does science have to say about the ethical minefield of crustacean misery and frying pots? Do lobsters feel pain? Are they sentient? The UK government first submitted a measure to formally recognize animals as sentient beings back in … [Read more...] about Boiling Lobsters Alive in the UK May Be Banned Under “Sentient Being” Law; Can They Feel Pain?