Pets
Pets make great companions and are often considered part of the family. Find all the latest animal videos, cute animal pictures and amazing pet stories here. This is also the spot for expert advice on dogs, cats, hamsters, parrots, snakes, lizards and more.
Kenai the rescued emotional-support dog wins Pet of the Week
This week's runners-up include a hunter/gatherer cat, a young-at-heart black Labrador, and stray-turned-house cat.
Puppy dachshund through the snow for the first time melts hearts: "Magical"
Sophie the mini dachshund's first tentative steps among the white stuff have been a source of delight on social media
"My dog had two weeks to Live. A day later she surprised us all"
In an original essay, Megan Donoghue tells Newsweek of her dog's long recovery following an incident.
Sweet moment Australian Shepherd reunited with "his human" on Thanksgiving
Over 4 million people have watched the video within 24 hours—the top comment, with 29,600 likes, said: "He said thank you for visiting ME."
Man "secretly" popping to daughter's house to collect her dog melts hearts
"It's always the dads that don't want the dog that end up loving them the most," a TikToker wrote. "My dad became best friends with my dog after a few weeks."
Golden Retriever puppy spooning Ikea's toy version of himself melts hearts
Over 4 million people have viewed the viral video, with one user quipping: "Your puppy needs a puppy,"
Watch as woman pays $25 to transform life of unadoptable German Shepherd
Over 400,000 people have watched the viral clip, one user said: "He's so lucky to have you."
Dog shelter surprises rescues with canine-friendly Thanksgiving meal
"Watching the dogs enjoy this meal is just the best feeling," said shelter supervisor Kayla Riding, and chef Shon Foster added, "I get to be a hero for a day."
"Diva" golden retriever waits for paws to be washed after every walk
Elton the dog walks into his owner's shower and lies down, without being prompted.
Cat refuses to sleep in bed until it's been packed away in hilarious video
Luna the British longhair appeared happy to squeeze itself into the cat bed in the footage shared online
Woman Reveals Real Reason Her Rescue Cat Has a "Cleft Lip"
Over 3 million people have watched the video, and one user said: "Poor baby just needed some medicine and love."
Rescue dog sneakily reveals his "favorite human" in hilarious video
Over 1 million people have commented on the video, one user said: "The other humans don't get her attention."
Seven cats abandoned near shelter freeze to death 'huddled together'
The cats were abandoned in cages in temperatures as low as 30 degrees.
How not to give in to your begging dog this Thanksgiving
Newsweek spoke to TV personality and author Wendy Diamond on the dangers of feeding dogs leftover Thanksgiving food this holiday season.
"I refuse to spend Thanksgiving with anyone"
In an original essay, Trent Arant tells Newsweek why he's planning to spend Thanksgiving alone.
Cat realizes they 'aren't the favorite' as owner cuddles golden retriever
It's not entirely clear what Zoey the cat thinks of her doggy pal in a video but her expression suggests it's not necessarily positive.
Lonely mom's reaction to getting puppy for birthday has internet sobbing
"I just know that puppy will have the best life ever," wrote one TikTok user.
Rescue dog using treadmill before bedtime to ease her anxiety melts hearts
Noise sensitivity is the most common anxiety trait in dogs, according to a March 2020 Finnish study.
Dog caught snoozing on school desk delights internet: "Studied too hard"
Dogs can spend as much as half of their days asleep, but have two windows of "activity peaks" during the day, according to a December 2020 study.
Internet in stitches as rescue dog looks unimpressed after adoption
A rescue dog with a permanently disappointed look on his face amuses TikTok commenters.
The Thanksgiving dinner items that are extremely dangerous for dogs to eat
With Thanksgiving around the corner, here's a list of all food your dog can and cannot eat from your festive plate.
Watch as dog left chained up in hurricane adapts to new home
A dog who developed a phobia of the rain after being tied up in a hurricane melts hearts in her forever home.
Fluffy cats racing to greet their pawrent after work delight internet
Ragdoll cats were developed by American breeder Ann Baker in the 1960s and have become very popular in recent years.
Man choosing rescue cat over long-term girlfriend cheered: "Made my choice"
"I promised [my cat Connie] on the day I adopted her from the shelter that I will always take care of her. I am keeping that promise," the Redditor wrote.
Puppies with "severe genetic anomalies" rescued from backyard breeder
"Each of them will need a cart, or prosthetic to aid them in mobility," rescue owner Zach Skow told Newsweek.
Laughter as adult dalmatian silences barking puppy: "So over her"
"She wants to play and he's having NONE OF IT HAHAHA," joked one TikTok user.
Very vocal rescue cat earns Mariah Carey comparisons: "She's a singer"
Mia the cat starred in the video shared by Edgar and Ivy's Cat Sanctuary, with one viewer declaring: "Should have named her Mariah."
Bald cat enjoying his post bath coconut oil rubdown delights viewers
Sphynx cats are hairless due to a genetic mutation, and they have been bred since the 1960s.
Cat's Failed Attempt at Clawing Christmas Tree Has Internet Howling
Over 14 million people have watched the viral TikTok video, and one user said: "I think this is the only cat-proofing of a tree that I've seen work!"
Man flies 4K miles to save aggressive German shepherd who has bitten people
Augusto Deoliveira, aka The Dog Daddy, told Newsweek that Molly the dog "needed to realize that she didn't need to fear people."
