Cute Animals

A police officer showed compassion and care for his partner during a hot day in Texas.

Summer is the time of year when the temperatures increase significantly. Particularly, June, July and August are often accompanied by hot and downright uncomfortable weather conditions. It’s during these months when attendance at water parks, pools and lakes shoot up considerably as everyone attempts to beat the heat.

But as one video posted on YouTube makes perfectly clear, humans are not the only members of God’s creation who enjoy getting in the water during the summer. Understanding that the warm weather can negatively impact animals as well, a Texas police officer helped his partner, treating him to a little time in the water.

As the video shows, an officer riding on the back of a horse walks into the frame from the left side of the screen. The two officers approach a splash pad that sprays water from the ground. 

The police officer directs the horse to the water, who then stands in the middle of the water as it sprays the animal. The video mentions that this touching scene took place in Hermann Park in Houston, Texas.

After a few seconds in the water, the horse has apparently had its fill and starts to walk off, ready to continue its police duties. 

This was a kind and loving gesture from the police officer. Anyone who has spent time in the South during the summer understands how unbelievably hot and muggy it can get. There is no doubt that the animal appreciated a chance to escape the heat, even for just a few seconds. 

Additionally, that officer’s kindness only took a few seconds. It did not take away from his or the horse’s duties. Treating each other, even animals, with love, kindness and consideration costs little, if anything at all.

Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you.”

A scared and abandoned dog was unsure of his new owner at first, but moments later, the animal understood this was someone he could trust.

Canines are some of the most dependable, loyal and trusting beings God ever placed on Earth. But even dogs have their limits, especially when they’ve encountered hurt in the past. Animals, like humans, want to be with someone and be in a situation where they are going to be cared for and loved. 

A clip posted on YouTube shows a dog who was unruly and obviously scared. As the video points out, the dog, Buddy, had been previously abandoned and left to fend for himself. Viewers also learn that it took Buddy’s rescuer two months in order to secure the abandoned pup. 

Understandably, Buddy had some trust issues. But soon after Buddy encountered his new owner, his new dad, the animal was like a completely different dog. 

Buddy, as he approaches the man sitting on the curb, barks several times. Even when his new dad has control of the leash, Buddy still tries to get away, unsure of this new person. 

However, the animal gets a sniff of his new dad’s hand. Then, slowly Buddy gets closer and closer and allows this new person to touch him. It’s clear this animal simply wanted a little kindness and was tired of being hurt.

Eventually, Buddy fell onto the ground, rolled over, and allowed his new dad to scratch his belly. The man seems to have won the trust of the dog, who just seconds earlier, was frightened and barking loudly. 

One person nearby, who watched the dramatic transformation of Buddy, mentioned how it “was one of the most beautiful things” he’d ever seen.”

It really is a beautiful moment of an animal overcoming the fear and hurt of its past and learning to trust again. 

Genesis 1:21 “And God created great whales, and every living creature that moves, which the waters brought forth abundantly, after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good.”

One furry, four-legged creature’s frenzied nighttime activities, which make its owners getting any shuteye nearly impossible, were caught on camera.

All animals, especially cats, have very different, varying personalities. Anyone who has ever had a cat knows that no two felines are the same. For example, maybe Cat A enjoys being rubbed only on its head in a particular fashion. Well, Cat B, unlike Cat A, enjoys having its back massaged in a circular or back-and-forth motion. One cat may love being held and carried around the house. The other feline would scratch you to pieces for even attempting such a maneuver. 

Similarly, not all cats have the same level of energy. Most felines prefer to lounge around, while others enjoy a much more active lifestyle, as a video posted on TikTok hilariously shows. 

The short, 54-second clip documents the nocturnal escapades of Sheldon, a black and white cat. As the video shows, Sheldon is quite the active kitty. He begins his nighttime of fun by playing a game with the feet and legs of his female owner, who wants nothing more than to get some sleep. 

Sheldon, though, has much different, rowdy and energetic plans in mind. 

After Sheldon grows tired of playfully attacking the female’s feet and legs, he sets his sights a little higher. The cat repeatedly jumps up into the bed, trying to bite and hold onto her arm and hand. 

Then, Sheldon moves even higher on the poor woman’s body. The cat lays next to, practically on top of the woman’s face. At one point, it appears Sheldon is boxing the female in the face as he repeatedly paws at her head. 

To say Sheldon is active once the sun goes down and while his owners are trying to sleep would be a severe understatement. Sheldon wants attention, wants to play and he’s not concerned with the time of day.

Genesis 1:21 “And God created the great whales, and every living creature that moves, which the waters brought forth abundantly, after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good.”

One furry, four-legged animal tried to be menacing and scary but failed spectacularly and instead was just hilarious, cute and adorable.

While it’s hard to get people to agree on much of anything, most will wholeheartedly admit that kittens are some of the cutest creatures on the face of the earth. From their sweet, lovable looks to their precious, endearing personalities, everyone wants to hold kittens. 

This love of cute kittens seems to translate to much bigger cats as well. 

A clip posted on YouTube shows a mountain lion cub trying out a roar. Unfortunately, for the little guy, the roar is weak. The miniature lion’s sorry attempt at a roar is a light, soft hiss. He sounds more like an annoyed or upset housecat than a terrifying, wild animal. 

After trying out a roar, the little lion looks directly at the camera. It’s almost as if he’s trying to figure out what to do next, trying to save face from the poor roar. So, he does the next best thing. He begins purring, showing his happiness and contentment with his present situation.

Then, near the halfway point of the 40-second clip, viewers spot a second mountain lion cub. This little guy is sitting approximately 10 feet away from the other large baby cat. 

The second mountain lion appears somewhat upset at first. He tries out a hiss as well. Perhaps he’s not a fan of having a camera stuck in his face? 

The clip of the two mountain lions ends with them sitting near one another and purring up a storm. 

Through all this up-close camera work on the two mountain lions, the mother is not seen. That’s a good thing, especially for the person placing the camera that close to a couple of baby mountain lions.

Genesis 1:21 “And God created great whales, and every living creature that moves, which the waters brought forth abundantly, after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good.” 

One dog with physical disabilities is a wonderful, loving host for those guests who stay at an Airbnb in the Turks and Caicos.

Animals have a way of burrowing their way into our hearts, quickly becoming family members. Dogs are especially gifted in this area. They are some of the most loyal, dependable and loving creatures on the face of the earth. The Lord knew what He was doing when He blessed humans with those furry, four-legged beings.

A clip posted on YouTube tells the story of a remarkable dog, a potcake named Soldier. A potcake, according to the video, is a “mixed-breed dog found on Turks and Caicos often as strays.” 

Soldier, while both deaf and blind, makes for an excellent host for all who stay at his family’s Airbnb on the island. In fact, the sweet dog ends up being the best part of most guests' stay. 

The animal, the video points out, somehow, despite his physical limitations, knows when people have arrived at the Airbnb. In the morning, after Soldier has consumed his breakfast, he will lay on the deck until the guests have gotten up. Once everyone is up and it's time to enjoy a day at the beach, Soldier will guide them to the water.

While at the beach, Soldier, being the loyal and loving dog he is, never leaves the guests’ side. He remains nearby as he enjoys the sun, sand and beautiful water. Once a guest has finished their day at the beach, the deaf and blind dog will lead them back to the Airbnb.

Soldier’s owner mentions that despite the beautiful location near the beach, guests constantly state how Soldier was the best part of their stay at the vacation rental property. 

“He just reaches your heart somehow because he makes you feel like you are his one and only,” Karen Lawson, Soldier’s owner, said.

Proverbs 12:10 “An upright man has thought for the life of his beast, but the hearts of evildoers are cruel.”

Prepare to melt as a cat and a baby act like twins in this delightful video. 

Wilbur became the pawfect best friend to his human brother Charlie. Wherever Charlie is, it’s a safe bet Wilbur is right by his side. It doesn’t matter if it’s lunchtime, nap time, or playtime. They are the best of friends. Amanda, Charlie’s mom, truly wonders if Wilbur thinks he’s a baby rather than a cat. 

Wilbur expects to have the last bite of baby food when Charlie is getting his meals. In fact, Wilbur loves baby food so much Amanda had to childproof the house early because Wilbur was raiding the cupboards in search of smashed peas and carrots. 

As if that isn’t enough to make your heart melt, wait until you watch a clip of Wilbur cuddling and napping with an Elmo toy that he claimed for his own. Charlie’s sweet grandmother had gotten a stuffed Elmo for Charlie. But once Wilbur laid paws on the furry character, he claimed it has his own. That’s okay. Charlie doesn’t seem to mind and prefers to play in his bouncer with Wilbur, batting at the toys too. 

Amanda says she couldn’t help but capture the special and precious interactions between Charlie and Wilbur because they seem to have a brotherly dynamic she has never seen before. We know cats love to be around their human family members. 

But I imagine most cats would stray away from babies and toddlers. They tend to be loud, drool, and make a lot of noise. Wilbur not only doesn’t mind it, he follows Charlie everywhere he goes. Although I wonder if Wilbur is willing to get in the tub right along with Charlie during bath time. 

You will love this delightfully sweet and humorous video as you watch the brotherhood unfold between a precious baby boy and a striped orange and white cat. Thank God we’ve been given friends in the form of four legs, fur coats, and whiskers. 

Ready for a snort or two? Meet Roxy, a sleeping pig that might be the cutest thing ever. 

Nowadays, it’s not just cats and dogs that rule the roost. Animal lovers also have donkeys, birds, and even pigs. That’s where little Miss Roxy comes in. She’s a beloved family member living her best life, and you can tell she doesn’t take anything for ‘grunted.’ 

Instead of living in a pigsty, she’s asleep in freshly washed jammies and cuddled up in her owner’s arms. It’s a safe bet. She probably wasn’t very piggy about her jammies because she was looking forward to being held as she fell asleep.  

Roxy drifted off to pigment land when she soon began dreaming about all her favorite foods like peaches, pears, broccoli, and other leafy greens. Believe it or not, pigs love fresh veggies and fruit, unlike the stereotype of eating slop, which is honestly just hogwash. 

Soon Roxy’s smacking her lips and making noises. Her owners can’t help but point the camera in her direction as she ham’s it up in her sleep. I honestly wonder if she is dreaming of an all-you-can-eat buffet. By the judgment of her snorts and lip-smacking, it is definitely a safe bet that Roxy is. 

Soon she drifts deeper into her beauty sleep. All you can hear are little snorts of snores from this precious little swine. 

Because Roxy’s sleepy time antics are so adorable, her owners couldn’t help but share this video online and now it’s going hog-wild. With 13,000 views and hundreds of comments, it’s safe to say Roxy is headed for fame. One viewer couldn’t help but comment, “She’s dreaming of an all-you-can-eat buffet.” 

Another viewer joked, “How the heck did you get this footage of me? Did you sneak into my house?” She must dream of a snack bar in her sleep too.” 

The best comment came from a person who couldn’t help but point out God’s masterful creativity about dreams. She posted, “Then there are people who say animals do not dream. They do!” We hope you had one swine of a good time watching Miss Roxy sleep and dream. Pass it on to a friend who needs a pig-me-up in their day. 

One cute, furry and four-legged criminal did a terrible job concealing his crime, which was all caught on tape. 

Animals are sources of friendship and companionship. They are loyal and faithful creatures, always there no matter the circumstances or situation. And as anyone who has ever had a pet knows, animals are also often a wellspring of laughs and entertainment. Their sweet, unique personalities and mischievous antics can cause even the most even-keeled person to laugh hysterically.

New Jersey resident Erin Farley is well familiar with the hilariousness of animals. Her dog, Zeppole, is a criminal and likely the worst one in the world. But his criminality, which was pulled off in broad daylight and caught on camera, is still good enough for a few laughs.

In the clip posted to YouTube, Zeppole’s breaking and entering maneuver was caught on camera. Erin’s neighbors have a pool in their backyard and Zeppole enjoys the water so much that he decided to help himself to a swim.

The camera shows the dog climbing up on a container near a fence and hopping over the steel barrier. Once it gets into the neighbor’s yard, it jumps into the pool for a swim. 

But when Erin went to wrangle 1-year-old Zeppole from the pool, the animal was not having any of it. The animal completely refused to cooperate. 

Erin would pool and tug on the dog’s collar, trying to get Zeppole out of the water, but the dog held firm, not moving an inch. When Erin took a different approach, ordering Zeppole out of the pool, the dog would jump right back in and continue swimming. 

Zeppole’s criminal behavior began after Erin took the dog into her neighbor’s pool, with permission, of course. But Zeppole decided that he wanted more time in the water. 

Erin’s neighbors got a kick out of their furry intruder.

“Yes, I did show the neighbors,” Erin said. “And they think it’s so funny and so adorable.”

Proverbs 12:10 “An upright man has thought for the life of his beast, but the hearts of evildoers are cruel.”

You have to check out this adorable video of a rescued piglet and cat becoming the best of friends. It is a sweet friendship that will make you smile from ear to ear.

“When Sparky the piglet was rescued, he was brought to Sleepy Pig Farm where he set his eyes on Dexter the cat…and the rest is history,” reads the caption of the YouTube video.

As a baby, Sparky the pig was in dire shape. At the time of his rescue, he was covered in mange and parasites. Thank goodness for Sleepy Pig Farm, who took Sparky in so he could heal and have a safe home. And that is where he met his new best friend, Dexter the cat!

The cat and the piglet hit it off right away, making the cutest pair! In the video, there are scenes of the duo cuddling up together on a couch, lying side by side on the floor, giving each other little kisses, and playing around together in the kitchen. These two have become inseparable, and their sweet bond is just heartwarming to witness.

What a blessing Sleepy Pig Farm has become to Sparky the Piglet. Not only did they give him another chance at life, but they also gave him a cherished best friend in Dexter the cat. The pair is an unlikely one, but their bond is strong!

We hope you enjoyed this video of a rescued piglet and cat becoming the best of friends, and it was able to warm your heart today and bring you some joy!

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.

Dogs aren’t the only animals as man’s best friends. If you ask Opal, she would say it’s ducks. This little girl and her rescue duck become the best of friends, and your heart will just melt over their bond. 

While Opal and her family were at the park one day, they found an egg that had seemingly been tossed aside near a sidewalk. Hiedi, Opal’s mom, said to leave it be in hopes a duck would come back for it. That’s when Heidi learned from other duck watchers in the park that domesticated ducks are often dumped in the area. 

This gave Heidi some thoughts about the lone egg they had found when they found it still there two hours later. 

Opal then posed an innocent question to her mom. “It doesn’t have a mama. Maybe we should rescue it?” She said. And that is how Opal became a mom and best friend to Starlight. They play together, they read together, and they cuddle together. Wherever Opal is, you can be sure Starlight isn’t far behind. The pair have been inseparable since day one, and Opal’s mom wouldn’t have it any other way. 

After Starlight’s arrival, Heidi began doing research about ducks to ensure Starlight had the best life possible. She learned Starlight needed to have other ducks around in order to thrive. So Opal said yes to being a little mama to two more ducks that she named Stormie and Rain, that were adopted from a rescue shelter. 

The trio follows Opal around everywhere, and they even offer hugs. They adore Opal and think she’s the best mom ever. 

This is such a sweet video that reveals the power of love a child can offer. Way to go Opal! Your sweet love for ducks and your compassion seems to be mutual. Keep taking care of your little flock the way God cares for you!

“Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds,” Proverbs 27:23. 

Sometimes we just need a good laughable animal video. In this clip, a relaxed marmot loves getting a bath.

You might be asking, what is a marmot? A marmot is a very large squirrel. This rodent is seen in the video being given a bath for the first time and it is very entertaining. At first, the animal does not seem interested in the water. He is very pensive and cautious. We see him being sprayed off with a shower hose. Then, he is cleaned with soap. His eyes are large and a little in shock as if he does not know what to think. 

The owner hilariously takes hold of the massive squirrel and allows the water to drain in the sink off of his fur. It is time for the back side. As the owner scrubs and suds up the rodent’s back, he is very calm and accepting of the bath time. He appears to be relaxing and loving it.

The end product of his bath is beautiful. The marmot seems so content and his hair is shiny and fluffy. He holds on to his owner as he receives a towel off session. It is as if this marmot has gone to the spa and is super fresh. He is beyond content.

As we watch this unique creature receive a good cleaning, at first he does not know what to expect, but then he is in awe. His demeanor changes from uptight to complete relaxation. He has quite literally been washed clean.

As we ponder our own relationships with God, may we remember that we come before Him dirty and He washes away all of our sin. 

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9

An animal reunites with her young after being separated for several days and immediately displays her intense and immense love for her baby.

Most parents can’t stand the thought of being away from their children. Any amount of time away from their baby feels like an eternity. This is especially true in the first days, weeks and months after the child’s birth. Mom and dad want to be on hand to witness everything. 

Apparently, as one video posted on YouTube shows, animals also have these strong maternal and paternal instincts. A chimpanzee shows how much she missed her newborn after being separated from her baby for two days. It’s a beautiful and moving moment that is likely to cause even the most stoic person to shed a tear or two.

The clip begins with the camera centered on the newborn chimp lying wrapped in blankets in the middle of the room. A few seconds into the video, the door on the right side of the frame swings open. 

The mother chimpanzee, carrying a blanket, enters the room. While she is a ball of energy as she walks into the room, she stops suddenly and stares silently, watching her baby.

Then, almost sensing that its mother was nearby, the baby awakens. Its little arm reaches up toward the ceiling. The baby obviously wants its mother.

The mother chimpanzee is not wasting another second. She immediately grabs her child, holding it tightly against her chest. It’s clear that this mother could not bear being away from her baby. 

As the mother chimpanzee lovingly embraces her young, others in the room have been moved to tears. 

Before the clip ends, one person says, through tears, “Good job, Mahale. What a good girl!”

The video’s description states that the mother and baby were momentarily separated because the newborn chimp experienced difficulties breathing after its birth. 

1 Corinthians 16:14 “Let all you do be done in love.”

A cat has an odd but thoroughly impressive and hilarious skill as it has the ability to replicate the sounds of an early-rising barnyard animal.

As much division as there is in the country, there is one issue sure to get 100 percent agreement. And that is that the alarm clock is the worst sound in the world. It doesn’t matter the tone, no one enjoys the alarm clock insisting that it’s time to leave the bed. 

A close second of the most hated sounds would be the sound of a rooster crowing, also signaling it’s time to get up and start the day. Well, in addition to the early-rising bird, there is also a cat that can make this unwanted and undesirable sound, according to a video posted on YouTube.

The short, 14-second clip begins with the feline gazing outside, possibly hoping to spot a bird or two. But the cat’s bird-watching time is momentarily interrupted. 

Seconds into the video, a rooster is heard loudly crowing. Given how loudly the crowing is, it would lead one to believe that the barnyard animal is relatively close. 

The cat clearly hears the rooster’s distinctive sound. It doesn’t act startled in the least by the bird. Instead, the cat looks upward, apparently in the direction from where the sound is coming. 

But then a few seconds pass after the rooster crows. It’s almost as if the cat is trying to process and figure out an appropriate response to the bird’s sound.

After a few moments of apparent deep contemplation from the cute kitty, the animal has gathered itself and knows how to respond. The cat lets out a meow or cry that is basically the same as the rooster before the clip ends. The cat mimics the rooster’s sound almost perfectly, albeit in a much quieter and softer way.

So, not only can roosters signal when it’s time to get up, but cats are now getting in on the act, as the video so hilariously displays.

Psalm 150:6 “Let everything which has breath give praise to the Lord. Let the Lord be praised.”

One animal was bound and determined to not let a barrier keep it from getting to where it wanted to go.

Animals do not get enough credit for the amount of intelligence they possess. Far too many people are likely to denigrate the smarts of animals. But time and again, they display their creativity, ingenuity and inventiveness in how they get over and around obstacles. 

A video posted on YouTube shows how one dog in Argentina found its way around a gate. The short, 30-second clip begins with the animal encountering the barrier, standing on a crate between the gate and the wall. It’s clear that the animal will find a way to get around the gate, one way or another. 

At first, it appears the dog is going to attempt to climb over the top of the plastic crate. Likely that would have been the route most animals would have taken. But this curious and clever pooch went another route.

About 10 seconds into the clip, the dog places its head through the metal bars and then starts to pull the door open. After creating a little space between the gate and the crate, the dog tests it. It tries to sneak its way through, hoping there is enough room.

Unfortunately, the animal still needs a bit more room. So, it returns to the gate. Once again, the dog places its head through the gate. Then, with its neck, it slides the gate open even further. This time, the enterprising canine has succeeded. The dog is now on the other side of the gate.

Two people who commented on the video of the sharp four-legged creature’s move mentioned the animal might have IQ points on a few individuals.

“This dog is smarter than my nieces and nephews,” one person pointed out.

Someone else added, “This dog is smarter than many humans.”

Genesis 1:21 “And God created great whales, and every living creature that moves, which the waters brought forth abundantly, and after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good.”

After struggling to gain footing, a baby horse built up enough strength and confidence and learned how to walk.

Sometimes people need a little more patience, love and care. God designed and created everyone to be different. As a result, the pace at which someone picks up a skill or a habit will vary greatly. Individuals learn and develop at different speeds.

That also turns out to be true for animals. Not every furry, four-legged creature is exactly like the one before or after it. 

A video posted to YouTube shows how one newborn horse struggled to learn how to walk and physically support itself. The video begins with one of the individuals stating they first came across a startling scene.

“I went over to him and expected him just to jump up,” one person said. “Every attempt he made to stand up, he would come crashing on the ground.”

Believing something was terribly wrong with the young horse, arrangements were made to take the animal to the veterinarian.

The vet supplied the horse with nutrients. But even if that did not work, the animal’s caretaker was determined to provide the animal with the necessary help and care.

“We were gonna do whatever it took,” he said. 

Later, the horse started to make what most believed was progress. The horse started drinking from a bottle, but those feelings of relief were short-lived. 

After witnessing the horse running alongside its mother, it fell to the ground and was no longer able to stand back up. It was back to the veterinarian.

During the return trip to the vet, the horse’s caretaker learned something interesting that was causing the animal’s balance issues.

“We found out that if a baby didn’t get squeezed exactly right as they came out of the birth canal, some chemicals hadn’t been turned off,” the caretaker said. 

To correct the problem, the animal’s doctor performed a maneuver that involved squeezing the animal with ropes. 

“He came out, and he slowly started gaining his equilibrium,” one person said.

Soon after this, the animal began standing on its own and feeding from the mother. The animal was going to be OK!

The animal’s caretaker perfectly summed up the situation with the horse and many other circumstances that crop up in life.

“There is hope in a lot of situations, if you just give it some time and love and patience, you can pull through.”

Proverbs 12:10 “An upright man has thought for the life of his beast, but the hearts of the evildoers are cruel.”

One large animal really did not want to go inside and disappeared from its owner…kind of.

No one enjoys taking orders and being told what to do. Children who are asked to pick up their room will exhibit a series of behaviors to display their displeasure. Crying and stomping one’s feet are popular moves for children in an agitated state. Adults also aren’t too keen on receiving commands most of the time either.

As one video posted on YouTube perfectly presents, animals apparently aren’t big on being told to do something against their will. 

The short, 15-second video starts with a horse enjoying time in the great outdoors. The horse is alone in a large field, off to the left of the screen. It stands near fencing and a large tree.

Seconds into the video, a woman calls out to the horse. 

“Eddy, if you want to come in, you gotta make a run for it,” the woman informs the horse.

Rain is falling steadily to the ground. But the less-than-perfect weather does not seem to have dampened the horse’s enjoyment. Eddy makes it entirely clear that he does not want to come inside. 

In fact, the large animal responds in likely the most hilarious way possible. It perfectly positions itself behind a large tree. The animal has completely hidden itself. 

Eddy’s owner is not too pleased with the animal’s amusing response.

“What? You are not hiding behind that tree. I know you’re not,” Eddy’s owner says.

Before the clip ends, Eddy’s owner, once again, calls out to the animal.

“Eddy?” she says.

Her last-ditch effort does not work at all. The horse does not budge, continuing to hide behind the tree. 

It's unclear who came out on top in this hysterical battle of wills!

Matthew 6:26 “See the birds of the heaven; they do not put seeds in the earth, they do not get in grain, or put it in storehouses; and your Father in heaven gives them food. Are you not of much more value than they?”

Two animals meet for the first time and hilariously engage in a prolonged staring contest.

Animals are all about establishing and maintaining dominance. Anyone who has ever owned more than one pet at a time knows this to be true. Whenever food or treats are present, there is always one who is the first to eat. When it comes to relaxation, that one particular dog or cat will, more times than not, get their preferred spot.

This idea of dominance has nothing to do with how friendly or unfriendly a dog or cat is but more about establishing a hierarchy amongst themselves. 

A short clip posted on TikTok shows a puppy and a full-grown dog meeting for the first time. The two cute animals immediately get into a battle of wills, with an extended staring contest.

In the clip, the puppy sits on a red rug in the middle of the room as the full-grown dog, from the other side of the room, stares at its new housemate. For the first few seconds of the video, there is no movement between the two as the camera ping-pongs back and forth between the two canines.

But suddenly, there is movement. The full-grown dog begins approaching the puppy. But the little guy does not appear intimidated in the slightest. The puppy holds his gaze and never breaks eye contact.

The full-grown dog continues walking up to the new animal. At about the 35-second mark of the clip, the two animals are nearly touching their noses.

Eventually, it appears the full-grown dog moves ever so slightly. This causes the puppy to jump, leaping playfully at the other dog. The puppy continues to greet its new best friend, touching the full-grown dog’s face several times before the clip ends.

It looks like this is the start of a beautiful friendship!

Proverbs 12:10 “An upright man has thought for the life of his beast, but the hearts of evildoers are cruel.”

The word “selfie” isn’t a word known only to humans anymore. In fact, one farm animal enjoys having its picture taken so much that it runs when it is time for another selfie.

Thanks to the invention of social media, the iPhone and the Android, selfie photographs are now a thing in society. With relative ease, anyone can turn their phone’s camera on and instantly capture a picture of themselves and quickly upload it to Facebook or Twitter for all to see. 

For an extended period of time, a device to assist in taking these up-close, personal photos was all the rage. A few years ago, one couldn’t walk down the street without witnessing someone carrying a self-stick. Thankfully, sales of this odd and, frankly, ridiculous product seemed to have subsided considerably. But selfies are still as important as ever. 

One woman in Turkey has even managed to train a cow – Meltem – to pose for selfies with her. The animal even runs when called for selfie photograph time, according to the video posted on YouTube.

Serife Yilmaz, a college student, works on her family’s farm. She cleans and cares for the animals, such as their cows, which includes Meltem. While caring for the animals, the young woman has managed to train Meltem to take pictures with her.

In the video, Serife says she got the idea to train Meltem to take pictures with her from social media, specifically Instagram. She watched a video of a golden retriever who would pose for selfies with its owner.

The golden retriever, Serife said, would place its head on its owner's shoulder. Her family’s cows, Serife thought, do something similar, so she filmed the video. Serife’s video has her calling out to Meltem, telling the animal, “Let’s take a selfie together.” The cow wastes no time after being called, sprinting over, ready for picture time. 

Serife’s precious photos with her bovine friend are “udder”ly amazing! 

Proverbs 17:22 “A glad heart makes a healthy body, but a crushed spirit makes the bones dry."

Two cute, furry and four-legged animals squared off in an eating contest, and in the end, it was not even close.

Dogs are man’s best friend. They are some of the sweetest, most loving and loyal animals walking on God’s green earth. Canines also always seem to be constantly hungry, standing ready to gobble down whatever treat or morsel of food that may come their way. 

A video posted on social media depicts two cute dogs who both have healthy appetites and puts them together in an eating contest. 

The short Instagram video begins with a Corgi and a Shiba Inu, each sitting behind what appears to be dog treats. The approximately 15-20 treats are evenly distributed on the floor as the two cute animals sit and wait patiently right behind the line of treats.

The dogs appear to be trained very well. They are both able to withstand the temptation that lies literally right under their noses. Both animals face forward, looking at the woman holding the camera. Once she gives the command to begin the eating contest, both animals start immediately.

However, it becomes apparent very early that this competition is not even a contest. The Corgi begins scarfing down, basically sucking up the treats at an impressive pace. The dog moves down the line with relative ease, leaving the Shiba Inu in the dust. 

The Corgi completes its set of treats in enough time to lend a helpful hand to its furry competitor. The Corgi, apparently still hungry, turns back around and begins scarfing down the Shiba Inu’s treats.

Competitive eating, likely due to the increased visibility of the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, has gained in popularity in recent years. The Corgi, with the skills it displays in the Instagram video, looks like it might be able to give Joey Chestnut a run for his money.

Proverbs 12:10 “A righteous man regards the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.”

A clip making the rounds on social media shows the sweet and caring way a vet obtained the trust of an animal obviously in pain.

Most animals are kind-hearted and affectionate creatures. Much like humans, animals want a place where they will be cared for and loved. However, despite their loving, tender nature, animals are also cautious. They want to be sure they aren’t putting themselves in a precarious or dangerous situation.

A video posted on YouTube shows an animal who was injured but was apprehensive about allowing the veterinarian to examine its injured paw. The animal was brought in for an injury to its left front paw.

The short video begins with veterinarian Dr. Thomas Hamilton sitting on the floor in front of the furry, four-legged patient. The dog starts by essentially greeting the doctor. The dog reaches out its right paw to the young medical professional. 

The doctor shakes the dog's paw but still needs to see the other front paw to inspect the injury. The doctor points to the left paw and asks the animal, “Can I have that one?”

Again, the animal remains unsure and responds by giving the doctor its right paw. 

The doctor then scoots closer to the animal, saying, “I’m trying to help you.”

Dr. Hamilton opens both hands to the animal, allowing the dog to smell both hands. The dog responds once again by giving the vet its right paw.

After firmly grasping the animal’s right paw with both hands, he then reaches for the injured paw. The animal, after having warmed up to Dr. Hamilton, relents and allows him to examine the animal’s injured limb.

The vet performs a series of maneuvers on the animal’s paw. He determines that a cracked nail was giving the animal pain. He advises the owner to trim the animal’s nails. Nothing more is apparently needed.

Proverbs 12:10 “An upright man has thought for the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.”