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Utah cat accidentally shipped in an Amazon return box, found 650 miles from home by warehouse worker

One cat lover has an Amazon warehouse worker to thank for helping to reunited her with her furry friend. Carrie Clark is a mom of two from the Salt Lake City, Utah, area who recently lost her beloved cat named Galena. Clark shared on social media with others that her cat disappeared on Wednesday, April 10, from their home. 28-POUND …

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Dog in Florida born with lime green fur and named 'Shamrock' goes viral

While Kermit the Frog once said it’s not easy being green, a Florida puppy born with green fur has experienced internet stardom due to her unique — albeit temporary — coloring. The puppy, appropriately named Shamrock, was born on March 3 — and was already dressed and ready for St. Patrick’s Day. Carole DeBruler, owner of Golden Treasures Kennel in …

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Maine gun store hires 'udderly' adorable employee, a baby cow

A gun store in Maine has quite the new hire on its hands: a baby cow. The calf named Kade is now the “shop pet” of A&G Shooting, a gun store in Fairfield, Maine. Fairfield is a small town in central Maine, located near the city of Waterville. OKLAHOMA BOY’S PET OCTOPUS IS TIKTOK SENSATION: ‘WILDLIFE IS MAGNIFICENT’ Kade’s backstory …

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Texas shelter dog becomes impressive police K-9 as he combats fentanyl crisis

A shelter dog has found a new mission in life as a drug-sniffing police K-9 — a transformation that took place just months after the pup was rescued from the streets of Fort Worth, Texas. “If you talk to me in five years, I guarantee you we’re going to have kilos of records to reflect his service to the city,” …

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10 dog gear items your dog needs this spring

Now that spring is here, your dog wants to spend as much time outside as you do! Getting your dog the right gear will make walks, hikes or just hanging out outside much more enjoyable. From backpacks to paw cleaners to hands-free dog leashes, our list has products that’ll make life with a dog a lot easier. To get all …

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Oklahoma boy's pet octopus is TikTok sensation: 'Wildlife is magnificent'

A 9-year-old Oklahoma boy’s unorthodox choice of pet has gone viral on TikTok as he’s adopted an octopus that he named Terrance. Cal Clifford’s parents said their son wanted an octopus as a pet more than anything in the world, starting when he was just a toddler, according to The Associated Press. While they attempted to fulfill his little-boy dreams …

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Solar eclipse 2024: Should pet owners be concerned for their animals' safety ahead during the rare event?

While many people are getting prepared with special solar eclipse glasses and cameras plus finalizing the logistics for the upcoming total solar eclipse, one thing may have escaped the checklist so far: ensuring that their pets are kept safe during the event. No matter the size or age of the pet, owners should take precautions, experts say. While four-legged family …

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Georgia group and others release 34 rehabilitated sea turtles into ocean after reptiles regained their health

It was a glorious day for many on April 3, 2024, as nearly three dozen sea turtles were released back into the ocean after months of rehabilitation efforts. Thirty-four rehabilitated sea turtles were transported to Jekyll Island in Georgia to be let back into the ocean thanks to multiple marine conservation societies and aquariums. Each winter, sea turtles are known …

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Florida man, 77, recounts saving his own dog from an alligator's jaws: 'I had my hands in his mouth'

A strong body and sharp mind gave a 77-year-old Florida man the ability to save his faithful furry companion from the jaws of an alligator — the two of them escaping with injuries, but living to tell the story as gator mating season approaches and standoffs between humans and gators hit recent headlines. “I couldn’t watch that creature kill my …

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'Deeply depressed' Maryland shelter cat goes viral after adoption plea

Officials at an animal shelter in Maryland are confident that one of their residents will be adopted soon into a loving home after a Facebook post about his plight went viral overnight. Mr. O, a white-and-orange cat, age 2, was surrendered recently at St. Mary’s Animal Adoption & Resource Center in California, Maryland, after his original family moved and could …

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