Animals

October 11, 2016

Adorable Kitten Rescued from Hurricane Matthew Wears Tube Sock Like a Sweater to Stay Warm

If there's one good thing that has come out of Hurricane Matthew, it's knowing that this kitty, snug in a makeshift sock sweater, now has a loving forever home. This adorable little 1-month-old kitten was rescued from the destructive wind and waves that struck Raleigh, North Carolina and was taken to the local Petsmart's Banfield Pet Hospital.

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October 4, 2016

Istanbul’s Beloved Street Cat Immortalized With His Own Bronze Statue

It seems only right that on a day like October 4th—World Animal Day—the people of Istanbul unveil a new bronze statue of their beloved local cat celebrity who has become a global star. His name was Tombili and he became an Internet sensation quickly after photos of him looking effortlessly laid-back were shared on the viral site 9GAG. Only missing a top hat, Tombili was the kind of dapper street cat that epitomizes being cool.

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September 29, 2016

Adorable Portraits of Unlikely Animal Pairs with Matching Fur

A connoisseur of the cute and cuddly, Warren Photographic specializes in commercial shots of nature and animals. The UK-based company boasts an extensive collection of for-print images, and the cuddly creatures they capture grace everything from pet care books and calendars to greeting cards and gifts. In addition to one-off shots and pet portraits, they produce adorable and thematic series, like the playfully-titled Identity Theft.

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September 23, 2016

Humorous Photos of Dogs Trying Really Hard to Catch Treats in Midair

At the smell of a crispy biscuit and the sound of the word ‘treat,' dogs tend to lose control. They may leap, their eyes may widen, their jowls may wildly flop about. In his series, Dogs Catching Treats, German photographer Christian Vieler has captured that magical moment right before the thrown treat is caught. Vieler has been documenting dogs in his studio for three years, which has built up a portfolio of unique catching strategies.

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