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Gray wolves are skilled hunters and expert survivalists. They can survive in the desert, forest, and snowy tundra. These canines are twice as big as coyotes and can reach speeds of 37 mph! But despite all of their advantages, the forest can be a dangerous place for wolves. When wolves attack moose or caribou, their […]

Wolf Predators: These 4 Animals Won’t Hesitate to Kill and Eat Wolves

Walking down the street, a devoted animal rescuer saw something that broke his heart in a million little pieces. A little puppy was tied to a trash can, crying his little heart out, begging for somebody to save him. The rescuer immediately ran to the store to get him some...

Adorable Puppy Found Tied To The Trash Can Cried His Heart Out, Begging Passers By For Love

Dogs are known for becoming very attached to their owners. Some breeds are very outgoing, friendly, and loving to family, strangers, and other dogs. These happy, sweet pups occur in every breed. Others, however, are those you don’t want to mess with, especially if they haven’t had proper socialization and training. Here are the top […]

Top 10 Meanest Dogs

There are only a handful of things in this world that can leave me heartbroken and seeing small puppies suffering is one of them. A lot of the time, I wish I could just save all of them and give them a forever home, but unfortunately, life isn’t that simple.

Rescuers Found Unusual Bag In The Bushes And Were Shocked To Learn What Was Inside

When puppies come into the world, they are fragile little creatures who depend on their mama. They need her selfless love and care in order to survive. The following story is about four newborn fur babies who found themselves all alone in a forest, lying on a pile of leaves and trembling with cold. They missed their mom, and they kept crying for her as loud as they could.

Passerby Shocked To Discover A Tiny Furry Family Crying Loudly On A Pile Of Leaves

It was an ordinary day for rescuers when they suddenly received a call from a hiker who claimed that he saw six small puppies on a mountain top. They were shocked to hear this information. Who could have dumped these poor and helpless babies there?. On their own, they had...

Rescuers Received A Call About A Litter Of Puppies On A Mountain Top So They Rushed To Help

On 9 July, Diana Cazacu, a 19-year-old hiker, was mauled to death by a young female bear in the Bucegi mountains north of Bucharest. In response, the government overturned a 2016 moratorium on bear hunting - and reignited a fierce debate about what to do with Romania's growing bear population, the largest in Europe outside Russia.

A bear mauled a Romanian teen to death. Will a cull solve the problem?

San Marcos, TX

While a teacher named Yolanda was approaching her workplace at San Marcos High School in Texas, she didn’t imagine the surprise that was waiting for her. She was about to enter the school when five little fur babies showed up all of a sudden and started running toward her.

Five Adorable Fur Babies Dumped Outside High School Ran Up To A Teacher, Pleading For Help

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Clearly, elephants do not appreciate surprise encounters involving other large animals. But do they have to be so dramatic?
The accompanying footage, shared Wednesday by South Africa’s MalaMala Game Reserve, shows an elephant reacting loudly and frightfully after coming face to face with a rhinoceros.
“An elephant being a bit of a drama queen,” MalaMala joked via X.












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On Instagram, MalaMala pointed out that the bluff-charging rhino is brave despite missing a weapon with which it was born.
“No horn, no problem,” reads the description. (Rhino horns, which are sought by poachers, are sometimes removed in the wild to keep the animals safe.)
The footage was captured by David den Hartog, a ranger who might be among those heard chuckling while witnessing the amusing scene.

Watch: Elephant becomes ‘drama queen’ when surprised by rhino

Mare Noi had been held captive in Thailand for nearly her entire life. Just this week, we were able to watch her take her first steps without chains – yes it’s been 41 years. Check this out on TikTok captured on video by Aaron Jackson who has been...

Elephant freed from captivity walks without chains for first time in 41 years

Arizona State

Coyote, NM

The Associated Press

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — An exceptionally restless female Mexican gray wolf nicknamed Asha will be held in captivity with a potential mate through another breeding season in hopes of aiding the recovery of the species, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said Thursday. Asha captivated the public imagination...

Wandering wolf of the Southwest confined through 2025 breeding season in hopes of producing pups

Colorado State

Nature lovers are urging national park visitors to have greater respect for wildlife as videos of overly curious tourists — commonly known as "tourons" — have been circulating on social media. Tourons are considered to be tourists who are disrespectful to the rules and regulations of national parks,...

Hiker issues serious warning after witnessing tourists getting too close to wildlife: 'Play at their own risk'

When people talk about drugs, you’ve probably heard the phrase “…it could kill an elephant.” There are certain drugs and toxins that can kill elephants, but is anything similarly true in the wild world of nature? It turns out, yes —when it comes to animals, there are some that can kill an elephant. Read on […]

8 Animals That Can Kill An Elephant

Petful is reader-supported. As an affiliate of platforms, like Amazon, we may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page. There is no extra cost to you. This dog park guide was written by former animal shelter worker Allison Gray, veterinarian Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD, and dog behaviorist/trainer Clarissa Fallis. Additional contributions to this article were made by Tamar Love Grande, a self-proclaimed Crazy Dog Lady who has fostered more than 200 dogs — and who knows the dog park like nobody’s business. This article was last reviewed and updated August 15, 2024.

Mastering Dog Park Etiquette: A Comprehensive Guide for Pet Owners

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

“If anyone wants to know what elephants are like,” Pierre Corneille once explained, “they are like people only more so.” It was a prescient observation for a man who lived in the 1600s, as over the centuries, researchers have learned that elephants, in many ways, are just like us. They mourn their dead, cry tears […]

Elephant Lifespan: How Long Do Elephants Live?

Whiskey Riff

This deer thought she was a high jumping Olympian…. I mean, deer can jump pretty high, just not THAT high. Deer are a funny animal and sometimes, they are their own worst enemy. It’s hard to blame them though, they constantly have to be in defense mode. It’s a hard life being low on the food chain, they even have to compete for food in a lot of areas. Every day is a struggle when you’re just hoping to make it to tomorrow.

Frightened Deer Tries To Leap Over High Fence & Comes Up Hilariously Short

Riverside County, CA

USA TODAY

Authorities became aware of the home while investigating the Nixon Fire in Riverside County. Animal Services later found pets living in terrible conditions.

More than 100 neglected dogs, horses, birds, pet cockroaches rescued from California home

Parade Pets

Anatolian Shepherds Jump Into Action to Defend Baby Goats Like the Best Boys

Plymouth, MA

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Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

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How volunteer roadkill tracking helps save wildlife

A new program in Oregon lets drivers upload photos of...

How volunteer roadkill tracking helps save wildlife

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