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21 Adorable Animal Smiles That’ll Have You Grinning, Too
Even on my worst day, if I see someone smiling or manage to crack a grin myself, I feel worlds better…
And there’s a reason for that! Smiling not only demonstrates happiness, it can also cause it. A grin can even reduce stress.
But you don’t need to be down in the dumps to feel overwhelming joy when you look at these smiley pets.
1. Look at those eyes!
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2. There’s nothing a tasty treat can’t fix.
Cutie just want food to be happy.
3. “Let’s be franddss!”
4. Say cheese!
5. He loves his teddy.
6. “Oh hai!”
7. “Just grin and bear it. We’ll get treats.”
8. Smiling can often be a learning process…
9. “Hey, ladies.”
10. “I definitely didn’t just fart.”
11. This little lamb is so grateful to be rescued.
12. Black cats are *sooo* scary…
13. Guys, it’s a pig in an actual blanket!
14. “Ohhh yeah, that’s the spot!”
15. Looks like someone’s happy to find a forever home.
16. Happiness is measured in tennis balls for this cutie.
17. “Oh, Dad, you’re so funny!”
18. So sly, much coy, very smile.
19. Crooked smiles (and crazy eyes) can still be cute.
20. “Never, ever stop.”
21. “Turn that frown upside down!”
I don’t know about you, but these cuties just made me feel like a new me! Share this with someone who might need to smile.
Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/animal-smiles/
What Happened to This Dog Made My Stomach Turn. Thank Goodness For The Ending.
If you remember the classic 90s movie Homeward Bound (and you should), you’ll remember one of the animals had an encounter with a porcupine. The tense scene shows Chance getting attacked by a grumpy little porcupine, leaving quills in his face (and rendering me terrified of porcupines for the rest of my life). Well, when that happens in real life, it’s about 25x more terrifying and looks like a scene from a gruesome horror movie.
Bella Mae the bulldog came face-to-face (or face-to-quilled-tail) with a porcupine at her home.
Bella got a little too close to the wild creature, with attacked with full force. Her owners had to rush her into the emergency animal care.
Vets had to perform emergency surgery to remove the quills from her face; they also found quills lodged in her mouth and feet.
They believe over 500 quills were embedded in poor Bella.
Most of the quills were removed, but in case there are any left, the dog will be on medication and under medical supervision.
Dr. Leonardo Baez at the Animal Emergency Center in Oklahoma City said he has never seen a case that bad, especially from an animal that lived in a densely populated area.
So be careful when you let your pets outside.
Not every scent they go sniffing after will lead to a happy ending.
Thankfully, Bella will be okay. The Noles children were shaken by the attack, but they are recovering, too, now that they see their dog is back to normal. Source: News9 So learn your lesson: do not stick your face anywhere near a porcupine.
Something So Cool Happened When A Car Went Speeding Past These Dogs
We could go on for days about all of the characteristics that make dogs so incredible, since they’re loyal, they’re loving, and they’re hilarious. There’s a reason why they’re known as man’s best friend, and if you have a dog in your family, you know that there’s nothing they wouldn’t do to make their humans happy.
But did you know that they’re just as dedicated to their fellow canines as they are to us? Just ask this dog. While these two pups were out walking one day, the bigger one saved its smaller pal from meeting a heartbreaking fate.
It’s not like we needed further proof that dogs are the best, but footage like this certainly doesn’t hurt! It seems like there’s nothing they can’t do when their instincts kick in.
Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/dog-savior/
Howling Husky Throws Adorable Temper Tantrum When Told To Get Out Of The Bath
Normally, dogs sprint for the door when they hear the word “walk,” super excited to go outside for a bit. But not Zeus. He’s much happier when he hears the word “bath.”
According to his owner, the stubborn husky loves nothing more than to take baths and play in the water. Often, he even lies in the tub and begs for the water to be turned on. On this occasion, Zeus’ mom made it quite clear to him that it wasn’t bath time and that they were going out for a walk. That’s when the pup threw a full-blown toddler-style temper tantrum, full of whimpers and howls.
It’s okay, Zeus, I feel your pain. Maybe if you make sure to get extra dirty during your walk you’ll get that bath!
Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/husky-bathtub/
Her Dogs Were Barking At Something In The Yard When A Grizzly Jumped Onto Her Fence
Nine times out of 10, if I hear a dog barking, I usually ignore it.
Not all canines are cut out to be guard dogs, so when my dog would start barking, it usually meant there was either a squirrel nearby or he saw his own reflection in a window.
This unsuspecting woman didn’t think twice when her two pooches started going crazy in the backyard. Nothing more than a little woodland creature, she thought…until the beast revealed itself to be a full-grown grizzly bear. But you’ll never guess what happens next.
Read More: I Would Have The Same Exact Reaction If This Walked Into My Tent
If these dogs can scare away a grizzly bear with just their bark, I’d sure hate to see their bites. (Just kidding. I’m sure they’re sweeties.)
Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/bear-surprise/
3 Dogs And 9 Puppies In The Hot Desert Get The Rescue They So Desperately Needed.
Hope For Paws received a call about a family of dogs struggling to survive in the desert. They were told one of the dogs had given birth beneath a broken down shack, so Eldad Hagar, who runs the organization, asked several volunteers to assist him. What they found was 3 dogs and 9 puppies out there in the hot desert. The conditions they were found in so were intense, it was a miracle they were still alive.
Just goes to show you, with a little bit of teamwork and love 12 precious lives can be saved.
These dogs were living, neglected, in 100+ degree weather.
Now? They’re happy as can be!
(Source: Eldad Hagar)
Please share this video with your friends and family below, and help get these dogs a new forever home. You can also visit Hope For Paws (or their Facebook page), the organization behind this incredible rescue. They have been doing wonderful work for years and could use your support.
Jake Was Badly Burned In A Fire As A Pup, But His Story Is So Inspiring
Not many people would even consider abandoning a family member after they were caught in a house fire.
But Jake’s family did just that.
When firefighters managed to pull the tiny pup from the flames, he had already suffered bad burns. His family took the poor boy to the vet…where they promptly abandoned him. But that’s not where his story ends.
Jake was abandoned after a fire left him badly burned.
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He was estimated to be only a few weeks old at the time.
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After weeks of rehab, Jake made a full recovery. Sadly, though, his scars from the fire remained.
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Fortunately for Jake, the firefighter who rescued him took him under his wing and adopted him.
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Since then, he’s been hanging out at the firehouse with his new owner.
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He’s even become the official mascot of the department, traveling around the city with firefighters when they give fire safety lectures at schools.
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He was also officially sworn in by the city as a member of the department.
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Jake plans to become a therapy dog to continue his helping ways!
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For more information about Jake, you should head over to his Facebook page. He’s such an inspiration — even when he was down and out, he never lost his love for humans!
Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/jake-fire-dog/
This Ferocious Big Cat Is Best Friends With A Small Dog. It’s Too Precious.
The Garold Wayne Interactive Zoological Park in Wynnewood, OK, just south of Oklahoma City, is home to several different exotic animals: tigers, lions, zebras, monkeys and more. But what makes the park really special is the bond that formed between one of their big cats and a very small dog.
Bonedigger, a 500 lb lion, spends his days with his best friend Milo, an 11 lb miniature dachshund. The odd couple became friends when Milo sensed the gentle giant was suffering from a metabolic bone disease. Milo does his best to comfort him, the two cuddling and playing together. Zookeepers say Milo even tries to mimic Bonedigger when he’s communicating with other lions in the park, attempting similar huffs and puffs. Take a look at the adorable duo:
Milo even acts as Bonedigger’s personal dentist!
(via Huffington Post.)
There ya have it: cats and dogs really can be best friends. So adorable!
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Read more: http://viralnova.com/lion-pup-bffs/