No matter how bad life seems to get there is always some rays of light at the end of the tunnel, and many of these beams involve animals. Below we have provided 8 stories involving animals that will warm your heart. We hope you enjoy these as much as we did.
Your Pet Dreams of You
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In 2016, Dr. Deirdre Barrett, a teacher and a Clinical and Evolutionary Psychologist at Harvard Medical School, enlightened us about out pets’ dreams. As it turns out, cats and dogs dream a lot like humans, subconsciously pondering the things that matter most to them during sleep, which means they are thinking about us even when they have their eyes closed.
“Humans dream about the same things they’re interested in by day, though more visually and less logically. There’s no reason to think animals are any different. Since dogs are generally extremely attached to their human owners, it’s likely your dog is dreaming of your face,” Barrett declares.
Now You May Run into a Pig at the Airport
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Traveling can be a stressful experience, especially with the ever-increasing restrictions that are added on with each passing year. Therefore, back in 2016, the San Francisco International Airport introduced a positive change for once – adding Lilou the therapy pig to its staff. This cute pig is a professional at helping travelers unwind while they wait for their flights.
This Dog Became Mayor
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Brynneth Pawltro, a pit bull from Rabbit Hash, Kentucky, was declared mayor in a landslide victory, earning well over 3,000 votes. By winning the election, he helped raise money for a shelter in need.
This Needy Pup Got a Boost
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Eli the puppy can now enjoy a full meal and tummy thanks to a custom-made chair that helps him eat. The puppy from Boise, Idaho, suffers from megaesophagus, a condition that doesn’t allow food to travel from his throat to his stomach. Before getting the high chair, Eli was malnourished and had to be fed with a syringe. Now, thanks to donations, he has a special seat that allows him to eat just like any other dog.
Benedict Cumbercat is a Real Feline Who Cares for Other kittens
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It’s hard to stay feeling sad when you know that somewhere out there is a cat that goes by the name of Benedict Cumbercat. This fluffy cat has dedicated his nine lives to comforting the foster the cute kittens that come into his home. Benedict takes the little kittens under his paw and helps them to adjust to life outside the shelter, which helps the kittens to find forever homes a lot faster.
Goat Yoga is a Real Thing
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If you’re feeling stressed you can go do some yoga among the goats. No Regrets Farm in Albany, Oregon, started up Goat Yoga sessions in 2016. This is exactly what it sounds like: doing asanas outside while baby goats prance around and jump on you.
You Can Become a Wombat Cuddler
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Bored and uninspired with your current life? With just a quick move to Australia you can get a job cuddling wombats professionally. Tasmanian wombats are looking for people to carry them around and tell them that they’re wonderful from 9-5.
A Hummingbird and a Dog Became Best Friends
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This tale of acceptance and tolerance should definitely put a smile on your face. Back in 2015, Rex the dog saved a small hummingbird that had fallen from its nest, staying by its side until a human came to help. Instead of flying off and moving on with its life, the bird struck around after her recovery to show her appreciation. To this day, the pair are still together, and spend most their time side-by-side.
