Pets have always been there right when we need them, but sometimes they need help too. Fortunately, many of these animals are rescued by kind-hearted individuals who provide them with a loving home. These rescues are the very best of humanity.
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Two Slow Lorises Rescued and Returned to the Wild
The illegal wildlife trade has taken its toll on the slow loris. Two critically endangered slow lorises, Lilo and Jomblo, were recently released back into the wild. They rejoined their Javan slow loris mates and are adjusting to their natural environment.
Good Boy Field Trip To Disneyland Made Happiest Place on Earth 100x Happier
Four very good dogs recently went on a field trip to Disneyland. Thankfully, the adorable field trip was documented and shared on the internet. The pups all wore incredibly adorable hats, met their hero’s (what’s up, Pluto!), and rode a few rides.
Goldendoodle Rescued From Starvation Has Happy Ending
Molly the Goldendoodle was lost in the North Carolina forest for months before she was rescued. Lost and alone for so long, Molly started eating rocks and garbage to keep from starving. She was found with dirty, matted fur and an emaciated body.
Kid with Cleft Lip & Heterochromia Adopts Cat With Cleft Lip & Heterochromia: Too Cute
A heartbreaking tale of bullying has a happy ending for one Oklahoma boy and a stray cat. Madden Humphreys is 7-years-old and was born with a cleft lip and two different coloured eyes. Madden used to come home from school crying because of bullies making fun of his appearance. “It broke my heart,” Madden’s mother, Christina Humphreys stated. “At the end of last year, he made a book about how he had no friends and had to play by himself.
Bear Caged for 15 Years Sees Grass For the First Time
Joy, an Asiatic black bear, is finally free after spending 15 years behind bars. The black bear was kept as a pet during her cubhood, then cruelly locked in a cage by her owners when she got to be too big for them. Asiatic black bears are known to make friends in captivity and typically live 25-30 years.
Miracle Reunion: Cat Reunited with Owner After 14 Long Years
An orange tabby was reunited with his cat-dad 14 long years after being separated. Thomas Jr. was adopted in 2002 by Perry Martin.
Diego The Gigalo tortoise credited with saving population
One Española Island tortoise is credited with saving his species by having sex with literally everyone. The tortoise is named Diego (assumedly after the San Diego Zoo where he came from) and he’s a total stud. He started out as one of three remaining males of his species.
Justin Beaver Baby beaver makes himself feel at home (by building one out of toys)
Justin Bieber, sorry, Justin Beaver, is a lucky baby beaver who lives at the Second Chances Wildlife Center in Kentucky. He was an orphan that was rescued last summer at 8 weeks old. Without parents to raise him, he can’t return to the wild, but he doesn’t let that hold him back.
Unlikely Animal Friendships Are a Literal Dog and Pony Show
Cricket’s a one-eyed pony who moonlights as a night-time corgi express. This video was taken by Cricket’s mom when she came home unexpectedly one night. She busted the dog and pony during what was clearly the most epic adventure that ever took place.
Beardsley Zoo Jabba the Sloth Gets a Valentine Date
Jabba the sloth was set up on a blind date by the Beardsley Zoo, and sparks flew. The two-toed sloths were introduced early in February. They took things slow at first, but eventually realized the love is real.