Hero Animals

Not all heroes wear capes—some of them just have a fur coat. Read these feel-good stories about some of the bravest pets we know.

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Yorkie Protects 10-Year-Old Owner Against Coyote: 'Our Little Hero'

Yorkie Protects 10-Year-Old Owner Against Coyote: 'Our Little Hero'
The beloved dog, Macy, is currently recovering after being injured in the incident.
Have You Heard of Cow Cuddling? Therapy Bulls Magnus and Callum Offer Snuggle Sessions for Trauma Survivors

Have You Heard of Cow Cuddling? Therapy Bulls Magnus and Callum Offer Snuggle Sessions for Trauma Survivors
"Animals provide a sense of non-judgement. That is something that every human needs more of."
Adorable Therapy Pony Brings Hope and Joy to Pediatric Patients at Akron Children's Hospital

Adorable Therapy Pony Brings Hope and Joy to Pediatric Patients at Akron Children's Hospital
These therapy animals make a grand comeback to help children find joy and relaxation to boost their health.
11-Year-Old Hero Reunites Veteran With His Lost Support Dog and We Couldn't Be Happier

11-Year-Old Hero Reunites Veteran With His Lost Support Dog and We Couldn't Be Happier
We’re a sucker for a happy ending.
Video Captures the Incredible Moment When Firefighters Rescue a Dog Trapped Behind a Wall

Video Captures the Incredible Moment When Firefighters Rescue a Dog Trapped Behind a Wall
Gertie had been missing for five days, trapped behind a wall that her rescuers used a sledgehammer to break down.
Tango the Hero Search and Rescue Dog Finds Lost Teen 3 Hours After They Went Missing

Tango the Hero Search and Rescue Dog Finds Lost Teen 3 Hours After They Went Missing
A member of South Dakota's Pennington County Search and Rescue K-9 team, Tango the Australian shepherd is trained to help their handler find missing individuals.
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Rescue Dog Kimber Saves Man Who Was Trapped under Collapsed Building

Kimber the Search-and-Rescue Dog Saves Man Who Was Trapped Under 3 Floors of Collapsed Building
Without Kimber, who alerted human rescuers to the location of the trapped person, the survivor might not have lived.
Good Boy: K-9 Bloodhound Fred Leads Rescuers to Missing 6-Year-Old Girl in Tennessee

Good Boy: K-9 Bloodhound Fred Leads Rescuers to Missing 6-Year-Old Girl in Tennessee
The bloodhound with the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office was given an object to sniff before he led authorities to the building where the missing child was found.
Goldendoodle Jumps Into Lake, Saves Baby Deer from Drowning

Goldendoodle Jumps Into Lake, Saves Baby Deer from Drowning
Meet Joy and Bas: Two Beach Cleaning Dogs on a Mission

Meet Joy and Bas: Two Beach Cleaning Dogs on a Mission
U.S. Capitol Police Adds Therapy Dog Named Lila to Its Ranks

U.S. Capitol Police Adds Therapy Dog Named Lila to Its Ranks
Heroic Therapy Dog Digby Helps Save Woman Who Was Contemplating Taking Her Own Life

Heroic Therapy Dog Digby Helps Save Woman Who Was Contemplating Taking Her Own Life

Marley to the Rescue: Labrador Retriever Heroically Protects His Owner from Deadly Rattlesnake

Alex Loredo’s first thought was “I am going to lose my best friend.”

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Watch This Courageous Cat Chase a Coyote from a British Columbia Parking Lot

Watch This Courageous Cat Chase a Coyote from a British Columbia Parking Lot
Oggy the Cat’s Unusual Behavior Credited for Alerting Owner of Breast Cancer

Oggy the Cat’s Unusual Behavior Credited for Alerting Owner of Breast Cancer
Hero Dog Saves Abandoned Baby Crying in Park — and Police Are Searching for the Newborn's Mom

Hero Dog Saves Abandoned Baby Crying in Park — and Police Are Searching for the Newborn's Mom
Lifesaving Hero Dog Ruby and Her State Trooper Show the Power of Second Chances

Lifesaving Hero Dog Ruby and Her State Trooper Show the Power of Second Chances
Zoot, the Beloved Avalanche Rescue Dog, Dies After Cancer Diagnosis

Zoot, the Beloved Avalanche Rescue Dog, Dies After Cancer Diagnosis
Incredibly Brave Hero Dog Rescues Smaller Pup From Drowning In Swimming Pool

Incredibly Brave Hero Dog Rescues Smaller Pup From Drowning In Swimming Pool
Heroic Pit Bull Saves His Owner’s Life By Alerting Good Samaritan to Medical Emergency

Heroic Pit Bull Saves His Owner’s Life By Alerting Good Samaritan to Medical Emergency
Rescue Dog Saves Owners from Runaway SUV

Rescue Dog Saves Owners from Runaway SUV
Police Comfort Dog Clarence Offers Support To Mourners of Fallen U.S. Capitol Officer

Police Comfort Dog Clarence Offers Support To Mourners of Fallen U.S. Capitol Officer
Bear Enters California Home Only to Be Chased Off By Barking Terriers

Bear Enters California Home Only to Be Chased Off By Barking Terriers
Hero Dog Saves Family from Fire Only to Go Missing Afterward

Hero Dog Who Saved Family from Fire Returns Home After 2 Months Missing
Hero Dog—Named Hero!—Finally Adopted After Saving 5 Other Pups from 'Hoarding Situation'

Hero Dog—Named Hero!—Finally Adopted After Saving 5 Other Pups from 'Hoarding Situation'
Hero Husky Dies After Saving Humans from Deadly Snake

Hero Husky Dies After Saving Humans from Deadly Snake
Golden Retriever Mom Helps Rescue Puppy Trapped for 20 Hours under Boulder

Golden Retriever Mom Helps Rescue Puppy Trapped for 20 Hours under Boulder
Dog Saves Owner Who Had a Seizure During Walk by Blocking Road and Stopping Car for Help

Dog Saves Owner Who Had a Seizure During Walk by Blocking Road and Stopping Car for Help
Shasta Might Be the Cutest Avalanche Rescue Dog We’ve Ever Seen

Shasta Might Be the Cutest Avalanche Rescue Dog We’ve Ever Seen
Former Bulgarian Street Dog Now Raising Awareness for Military Heroes’ Pets While They’re Away

Former Bulgarian Street Dog Now Raising Awareness for Military Heroes’ Pets While They’re Away
10 Reasons Why We Appreciate Our K9 Veteran Heroes

10 Reasons Why We Appreciate Our K9 Veteran Heroes
Loyal Dog Stays With Injured Climber For 7 Nights in Sub-Zero Alps

Loyal Dog Stays With Injured Climber For 7 Nights in Sub-Zero Alps
Arthur the Hero Cat Saves Children From Deadly Snake

Arthur the Hero Cat Saves Children From Deadly Snake
Hero Cat Adopted During the Pandemic Saves Family By Detecting Potentially Dangerous Gas Leak

Hero Cat Adopted During the Pandemic Saves Family By Detecting Potentially Dangerous Gas Leak
Watch: Heroic Texas Man Jumps into Frozen Pool To Save Dog

Watch: Heroic Texas Man Jumps into Frozen Pool To Save Dog
Know a Hero Dog, Vet, or Vet Nurse? Nominate Them for This Prestigious Award

Know a Hero Dog, Vet, or Vet Nurse? Nominate Them for This Prestigious Award
‘Hero’ Service Dog Gets Send-Off Party After Comforting Hospital Staff During Pandemic 

‘Hero’ Service Dog Gets Send-Off Party After Comforting Hospital Staff During Pandemic 
Rescued German Shepherd Saves Owner’s Life Months After Being Adopted

Rescued German Shepherd Saves Owner’s Life Months After Being Adopted
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