There’s a new celebrity in town, and this one has four legs and fur (or not). Pets have been steadily gaining in popularity over the past few years, to the point where they are now bona fide celebrities. Just take a look at some of these furry or feathered stars and you’ll see what we mean.
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Million Dollar Fine Issued to Black Market Sea Cucumber Poachers
Two men in San Diego were charged over a million dollars for their black market sea cucumber smuggling ring. David Mayorquin and his father, Ramon Torres Mayorquin, were named in a 26-count federal indictment filed last year. From 2010 to 2012, they smuggled $17 million worth of sea cucumbers from Mexico to Asia.
Pablo Escobar’s Cocaine Hippos Are Running Their Own Ecological Experiment
Pablo Escobar may be long gone, but his hippos live on. The Colombian drug-lord was shot in 1993, leaving the government to take control of his northwestern Colombian estate. That estate included four of Escobar’s favourite hippopotamuses.
10 Beagles Rescued by Coast Guard from Hurricane Florence
Some rescue missions are better than others. The coast guard rescued 10 beagles and four pit bulls from Hurricane Florence. Check out the video below: Josephine Horne’s rescue almost had a tragic ending.
Trucker Rescues 64 Shelter Animals from Hurricane Florence In Old School Bus
Tony Alsup’s school bus is making rounds just ahead of Hurricane Florence. And he’s picking up unadoptable, leftover dogs and cats from animal shelters along the way. Alsup’s a trucker from East Tennessee who sort of stumbled into his role as an animal-hero.
New Zealand Wants to Ban Cats
One New Zealand town might ban cats completely in an effort to save their natural wildlife. Omaui is a tiny coastal town on the South Island of New Zealand. It’s home to rare species of animals that have evolved almost exclusively without the threat of mammals.
Bruno Bartlett: Thicc IG Cat Celeb Who Became a Viral Sensation
Bruno Bartlett @theebrunobartlett is down with the thiccness. The 25lb cat was dropped off at a shelter. His needy ways and extra AF attitude made him a bad fit for his family.
Jon Stewart Saves Baby Goats Trapped on New York Subway Line
Who doesn’t love Jon Stewart? Recently, the former host of The Daily Show helped save two baby goats who had wandered on the New York Subway tracks. Willy and Billy were found on the subway tracks in Brooklyn, New York. @NYCTSubway, New York City’s official subway account, tweeted that the goats were found “roaming along the N line tracks”.
Taylor Swift’s Cats Make Appearance in Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool 2
If you’re as obsessed with Taylor Swift’s cats, Meredith Grey and Olivia, as us then you noticed their cameo in Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool 2. Meredith and Olivia made an appearance on Reynolds’ shirt in the movie. The two kitties are shown together, with the words “Olivia & Meredith Best Friends Purrrr Ever” written across the front of the shirt.
Abused Horse Sues Ex-Owner for $100,000
The case could be revolutionary: A horse named Justice sues his human abuser for $100,000. Justice’s previous owner, a woman named Gwendolyn Vercher, pleaded guilty to a charge of neglect and agreed to pay $3,700 to Sound Equine Oregon, the rescue shelter currently housing Justice. But, that’s not enough for the Animal Legal Defence Fund and their very human lawyers.
Molly is a Therapy Dog for Abused Horses
Molly is the mother Theresa of the animal kingdom. The 3-year-old golden retriever works at the Carolina Equine Rescue and Assistance (CERA), a nonprofit dedicated to healing abused horses. One particular horse needed Molly more than most.