Have you ever lost a pet? It is perhaps one of the most heartbreaking experiences we can have in life. From the moment we realize they have turned up missing, we begin to panic and the pain we feel inside of our chest just continues to grow larger over time. For some of us, the pain of a lost pet is something that lasts for a lifetime but for a few, it is remedied in a most amazing way.

The woman in this video had lost her cat over a year ago. She had never given up hope that she would someday find her again but the pain that she felt in her heart never went away. She looked constantly when the cat first turned up missing but even after some weeks or months had passed, she would still keep an eye out as she drove around in the local area.

She always hoped that someday, she would find her cats again.One day, she was driving in her neighborhood and she saw a cat that looked just like hers. Could it actually be that it was her lost friend? She walked over and began calling the cat but when the cat turned around, the sweetest thing in the world happened.

You really need to see the video to understand just how special this is. You can see the reunion here:

Joar Berge’s love for anything with four hooves is nothing new. As a child growing up in the small, mountainous village of Odenwald, Germany, he was always surrounded by farm animals.

In fact, he used to consider a cow named Rexi to be his best friend in the world.

Joar spent countless hours frolicking with the cows in their pasture. He even learned how to ride by climbing onto Rexi’s back! As he got older, he drifted away from the farm and moved to the city of Mannheim for work. He spent much of his early adulthood working and living an urban life, but he never forgot how it felt to live among animals.

“As nice as this time was, the special connection to cows and nature has never let me go. I always knew that one day I would have cows of my own,” Joar wrote on his website. “This desire got stronger and stronger, until at some point it was clear that it was time to start the journey back to my roots.”

One day, Joar couldn’t ignore the call of rural life any longer. He quit his job and moved back to his hometown, where he promptly adopted two rescue cows.

This proved to be a pivotal moment in Joar’s life. He devoted himself to rescuing farm animals and enjoying nature. He describes these moments as “bliss,” and he loves everything about farm life.

“I am often asked if it is as beautiful as I imagined,” he wrote. “No it is not. It’s a lot nicer.”

The nature, the animals, and the experiences impress me every day anew. All of this teaches me patience, mindfulness and changes my view of so many things. Sometimes I am so overwhelmed by the impressions and experiences that I am completely overwhelmed.

His deep connection with animals eventually led him to pursue a plant-based, vegan lifestyle, which he calls “a natural process when you start to meet animals at eye level.” He is now an advocate for plant-based eating and hopes to change the way we view farm animals as food, preferring that we view them as intelligent companion animals like dogs and cats.

In 2020, Joar and some like-minded friends founded a nonprofit called Lebenshof Odenwald eV. This animal shelter is a refuge for unwanted farm and wild animals like cows, goats, pigs, chickens, ponies, rabbits, dogs, and even deer.

Online, Joar maintains a strong social media presence and has thousands of followers worldwide. He has become known as the “Cow Whisperer,” or occasionally the “Mustache Farmer.” Joar enjoys both monikers, especially if it means getting his message of farm animal friendships out there!

“It has become my personal mission to show the people out there what wonderful creatures the so-called farm animals are — individuals with distinct personalities, emotions and feelings.”

Joar is on a mission to change the way people think about cows and other farm animals. Judging by the adoring way these cows gaze at him, we’d say he’s definitely onto something!

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Cats have a natural tendency to climb trees.

Some felines do it to get a better view of their surroundings, while others climb so they can pounce on their unsuspecting prey more easily. Clingier cats simply want to get their human’s attention, and balancing on a thin branch 20 feet in the air usually does the trick. No matter the reason, they sure look cute when they get up close and personal with nature.

1. This person was just walking along, minding his own business when suddenly… tree cat!

2. Shhh! “Koala cat” is clearly trying to get a few minutes of peace. Let’s not disturb him.

3. In order to enjoy the banana plant, one must become the banana plant.

4. Anybody know where the cat went? We are stumped.

5. These 4-month-old kittens have already mastered the art of hide-and-seek.

6. We tried watering it, but it just made him angry.

7. Zen cat is unbothered by your worldly concerns.

8. Just hanging around, thinking about birds.

9. Seems like an uncomfortable napping spot, but what do we know?

10. This beautiful cat is ready for his close-up.

11. Even cats who don’t love heights are drawn to trees at nap time.

12. Some say that Ye Olde Tree Cat is always watching. And always judging.

13. Some cats look majestic no matter where they are.

14. The Christmas tree counts, doesn’t it?

15. In case you were wondering, no, it’s not just a house cat thing!

How cute are these tree-hugging felines? We don’t care what they do just as long as they’re happy. But we wouldn’t mind if they cuddled with us on the couch instead of heading for the great outdoors!

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Farm animals don’t usually come to mind when we think of our favorite pets, but it turns out cows are just as affectionate and adorable as any other furry friend.

Cows are very curious animals that possess a lot of very human qualities. Like us, some cows are social — both with other members of their herd and with humans and other animals — while some are more reserved and shy. No matter what their individual personalities may be, cows can be great company. And yes, they even enjoy a good snuggle from time to time!

1. Meet Cody, the cow who looks like a giant teddy bear.

2. We’re not saying she’s the prettiest flower girl we’ve ever seen, but we’re not not saying it, either.

3. Someone crafted this baby cow some ear warmers to fend off frost bite.

4. These two BFFs were caught snuggling at at the Virginia State Fair.

5. “We had a baby on Sunday. Meet Waffles.”

6. Some wear their hearts on their sleeves… some on their foreheads.

7. Just a Highland “coo” and his hedgehog friend. No big deal. (Who are we kidding? It’s a huge deal!)

8. This dog is soaking up some serious bovine love!

9. Is this a cow or a puppy? Simple: it’s a cow puppy.

10. You’ve got to dress pretty warmly in the Scottish Highlands. This little lad has it covered!

11. “Woke up to a surprise this morning! My cow Hashbrown had a Tater Tot!”

12. Moo-rry Christmas from your local dairy farm.

13. Thankfully he doesn’t need to see to be able to munch that hay.

14. “This is Willow, a premature Longhorn calf. She has been raised by dogs and thinks she is one.”

15. Someone snapped this future farmer napping with his favorite cow at the Goshen Fair in Connecticut.

That’s it — we’re moving to the country and adopting an entire herd of cattle! Goodbye, city life!

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One of the sweetest sights you have ever seen was created by a Colorado police officer and a young owl she encountered on a rural road. The officer’s body camera captured their enjoyable exchange and is nothing short of adorable!

As the MP and her colleague were traveling along a mountain road near the Netherlands, they noticed a small bird on the side of the road.

The officer decided to investigate as the little creature seemed to be lost. The two had the cutest collision ever moments moments later.

The deputy didn’t realize it was a northern saw-whet owl until she got out of the car and approached it. “Hey, what’s up?” the cop inquired as she approached the lonely bird.

Despite her lack of expectation, she received a response very immediately. When the young owl heard a human voice, she had the cutest reaction and began to rotate her small head around.

The police burst out laughing at this.

The deputy then responded, “Hello,” and the young bird’s reply was just as lovely as previously.

The deputies made sure the small owl crossed the road safely and found its way into the woods adjacent to the road, bringing the charming and hilarious dialogue to a close.

The Boulder Police Department then posted the brief video online. “Our deputies were driving when this little Northern Saw-Whet Owl halted them in their tracks,” they stated on Facebook.

“It flew away safely after some strange head twisting (on both sides).”

Here’s a link to the emotional conversation:

Fans around the world continue to mourn legendary TV star Betty White, who died on December 31. From her early days as a pioneer in the industry to her iconic roles on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Golden Girls, Betty left behind decades of timeless comedic performances.

But while best known for her TV work, Betty White was long a champion of a cause even closer to her heart: helping animals.

As tributes continue to pour in for the late star, many have praised her lifelong work with animal organizations — and one newly-revealed story is particularly inspiring, showing how Betty did things from the goodness of her heart without wanting any praise or attention.

The Audubon Nature Institute, a non-profit zoo and aquarium in New Orleans, paid tribute to Betty White after her passing: “We lost a conservationist, animal advocate, and friend,” they wrote on Twitter.

But they also revealed how the star helped out, anonymously, after their city was hit with a historic catastrophe.

“When the penguins & sea otters were evacuated to [Monterey Bay Aquarium] for Hurricane Katrina, Betty White paid for the plane to relocate them,” the Audubon Institute wrote.

“She did not ask for fanfare; she just wanted to help.”

Betty White’s good deed was so secret that even employees weren’t aware of the celebrity’s involvement until after the fact.

“Audubon did not find out until after the trip that Betty White had paid for a portion of the trip,” recalls Audubon spokesperson Annie Matherne, according to WWLTV. “Betty was a huge animal advocate and conservationist. She did not want any fanfare surrounding her part in the relocation; she just wanted to help how she could.”

Tom Dyer, who took care of birds at the Audubon at the time, also recalled the story on Twitter. He recalls how the Monterey Bay Aquarium offered to take in their sea otters and penguins to protect them from the hurricane, but the transport flight to California cost about $70,000.

He learned at the time that an anonymous donor paid for the trip, but only learned years later through a leak that it was Betty White who saved the day.

It seems her donation was kept officially under wraps since 2004, but after her passing the story has finally been revealed.

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of a true friend,” Annie Matherne said.

Betty White had worked extensively with zoos and animal organizations throughout her life. From an early age, she says she wanted to be a zookeeper.

“Modern zoos of today are not like the old, old, old zoos,” White told People in 2011. “Lot of people have the impression they don’t like zoos because animals shouldn’t be kept in captivity; they should be in their natural habitat. But what they don’t realize is that the zoos not only exhibit animals, but they work in that natural habitat to save small populations of endangered species. They save many animals from going extinct.”

She worked most extensively with the Los Angeles Zoo, from its opening in 1966, later joining the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association’s Board of Trustees in 1974 and becoming chair of the GLAZA board in 2010.

“Her work with the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association spans more than five decades, and we are grateful for her enduring friendship, lifelong advocacy for animals, and tireless dedication to supporting our mission,” GLAZA president Tom Jacobson said in a statement after her death.

White also worked with the American Humane Society and the Mirris Animal Foundation, and both organizations remembered her as a generous and hard-working benefactor of animal causes.

“Betty dedicated herself to protecting and improving the quality of life for animals worldwide,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, American Humane president and CEO. “She has always been a one-of-a-kind phenomenon, and we are honored to have known and worked with her during so much of her truly remarkable life.”

“It is hard to imagine a world without Betty in it,” said Tiffany Grunert, President/CEO of Morris Animal Foundation. “She was a tremendous animal advocate who tirelessly supported the work of Morris Animal Foundation to improve the health of animals globally. All of us at the Foundation are mourning the loss of this amazing woman.”

Given all Betty White did for animals during her lifetime, her good deed during Hurricane Katrina should come as no surprise to fans. But it’s a sweet reminder of how thankless and sincere her work always was.

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We all remember the old TV series Lassie, about a smart collie who is always able to save the day by alerting people of danger, like running for help when Timmy gets stuck in the well.

While it sounds far-fetched, it turns out the show isn’t too far from real life: we’ve seen many stories of real, quick-thinking dogs who have saved lives by running to get help during emergencies.

That was the case recently, when a heroic German Shepherd led police to the scene of a car crash, helping to save his owner.

According to New Hampshire State Police, on January 3 Trooper Sandberg and officers from the Lebanon Police Department saw a German Shepherd loose on the interstate.

They tried to take in the dog, but it ran off down the highway, crossing into Vermont. The officers followed — and soon realized the dog wasn’t running from them, but was trying to lead them somewhere.

They discovered a damaged guardrail, which led them to a badly damaged, rolled-over pickup truck:

Two occupants of the vehicle were found on the scene, ejected from the vehicle. They were alive but “hypothermic and seriously injured.”

It turned out that the German Shepherd, named Tinsley, was also in the vehicle at the time of the crash — and the smart dog had run for help.

“It quickly became apparent that Tinsley led Trooper Sandberg and the Lebanon Police to the crash site and injured occupants,” New Hampshire State Police wrote on Facebook.

Thankfully, Tinsley was not hurt in the accident. The officers called for medical assistance for the injured men.

One of the men was Cam Laundry, Tinsley’s owner. He was proud of his dog’s quick-thinking, and wasn’t surprised she looked after him in his hour of need.

“She’s my little guardian angel,” Cam told CBS Boston. “It’s a miracle how she has that kind of intelligence to do what she did.”

“She never leaves my side,” he told WMUR. “So we’re always together in that truck that got wrecked she’s always my co-pilot, she’s always with me.”

And Tinsley continued to be there for her owner, even after saving his life: the “guardian angel” watched over him as he recovered from the incident.

“The whole time we were starting our patient care it sat there nice and calm right next to its owner,” said Captain Jack Hedges of Hartford Fire Department.

Thank you, Tinsley, for saving the day! We’re so glad everyone is alive and safe, thanks to this quick-thinking hero dog.

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Wild animals never cease to amaze and what these majestic creatures did defies human explanation! Elephants are known as highly intelligent beings and the way these wild creatures interact not just with other animals, but with humans beings, goes above any imagination.

In March 2012, Lawrence Anthony – a well known conservationist and author known as “The Elephant Whisperer” – passed away. His family spoke of a solemn procession of elephants that can barely be explained. Two herds of wild South African elephants made their way to KwaZulu-Natal to visit house of Lawrence Anthony, in a nearly 12 hours trip. What truly incredible is that all those elephants haven’t been alerted to Lawrence’s house in any way.

Lawrence Anthony, the fonder of the Earth Organization, had rescued and rehabilitated countless helpless elephants and other neglected wild animals. Dylan Anthony is now leading the reserve, continuing his late dad’s legacy. It was Lawrence’s son the one that recalled the incredible gesture the two elephant herds did in his father’s memory.

“They had not visited the house for a year and a half and it must have taken them about 12 hours to make the journey,” Dylan said. “The first herd arrived on Sunday and the second herd, a day later. They all hung around for about two days before making their way back into the bush.”

While the reason behind the elephants’ trip is easy to understand, no one can find an explanation of how they actually found out “the whisperer” had gone! “A good man suddenly passed away,” Rabbi Leila Gal Berner, Ph.D. said. “…from miles and miles away, two herds of elephants, sensing that they had lost a beloved human friend, moved in a solemn, almost ‘funereal’ procession to make a call on the bereaved family at the Lawrence’s home.

“If there was a time, when we can truly sense the wondrous interconnectedness of all beings, it is when we reflect on the elephants of Thula Thula,” Rabbi Leila explained. “A man’s heart’s stops, and hundreds of elephants’ hearts are grieving. This man’s oh-so-abundantly loving heart offered healing to these elephants, and now, they came to pay loving homage to their friend.”

There are several people who are ready to do anything for their pets. At times, they would even put their lives in danger. So many times we have seen stories of pet owners who put their lives in danger to save the life of their beloved pet.

Like the 74-year-old woman who fights off an alligator to save her golden retriever. The name of the woman is Suzan Marciano who belongs to Boca Raton, Florida and she was walking her dog Nalu near a lake one evening.

After playing fetch, they decided to enter the lake and the dog was chest-deep in the water. But Suzan recalled how scary she was to see one dark spot that was coming slowly towards her dog.

The dark spot was an alligator that was more than six feet long and in a moment, Nalu was in the jaws of the alligator.

The woman didn’t think for a moment and sprang into action to get the dog free. She said that she just came down on the alligator with all her weight.

The alligator released Nalu but now his attention was towards Suzan. It bit her vigorously and she said that she was in great shock. She did not experience pain.

Somehow they managed to escape but both were severely injured and required to visit the hospital. Suzan received five stitches on her hand and the dog had to undergo two-hour surgery for wounds on her stomach and thigh.

This incident had a deep impact on both of them. Both were in shock by what they went through. Suzan said that she did not go to the park for weeks. Really it was a bad incident. They are very lucky to escape and we are happy that they have recovered.

The bond the animals share with their human friend is quite amazing. Not only domestic animals like dogs or cats even wild animals share a great bond with their human. The bond is based on love, trust, and care.

If it is not love how a huge 1400lb Kodiak bear could find comfort in the arms of his human friend. The chemistry and the love between the bear and the human are making the rounds.

This moving scene was caught on camera at the Orphaned Wildlife Center in Otisville, New York. The owner of the center Jim Kowalczik is seen hugging and cuddling with the 23-year-old Kodiak bear, Jimbo.

The big bear was born in captivity at a wild park in California and when he was just a cub, he was brought to the center. As he was born in captivity, sending him in the wild was not an option. It was not possible for him to survive in the wild. This way Jimbo became a part of the Kowalczil family.

Jimbo is not the only bear that lives in that center. Jim and his wife Susan Kowalczik are taking care of the lives of many injured and orphaned animals since 1996. Their 100-acre property is now shared with 11 bears including Kodiak brown bears and black bears.

Jimbo is the biggest member with his 1400lb and 9 and a half feet height. But the bear is very soft-hearted and can be called a gentle giant.

According to the couple, the bears like their children. They love them a lot and even the bears love them. The bear family is like any other family.

Though the bear is very massive, Jimbo is like a child when Jim approaches him. They share great moments together and the bear finds great relaxation with his caretaker. As Jimbo got sick, he grew very irritable and uncomfortable. It is when Jim came to his help and provided him with the love he required.

How emotional bears are! Really the bear shares a great bond with his human caretaker.

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It is quite inspiring when kids help animals and they set good examples for elders. If the animals happen to be homeless then this help is very important as the stray animals are in need of extra help.

Some kids have done extraordinary work for the animals like this kid who spends his Saturday giving baths to stray dogs and eventually helping them to get adopted. The name of the boy is Thiago who is from Brazil. He is only 11 years old but the work he has done to get the local shelter dogs adopted is very praiseworthy.

The name of the project is ‘Sou de rua mas to limpinho’ which means ‘ I am homeless but I am clean’. The boy dedicates his time on Saturday to visit stray dogs and he gives them nice baths and then shares their photos on social media to help them get adopted.

Thiago said that last year he decided to do something for the animals. He said that he told his father that he wanted to help the street dogs by bathing them so they remain clean and people should look at them differently.

Thiago is supported by his father Eduardo who is a stray dog’s official photographer. Eduardo said that his son gives a bath to the dog and he takes photographs. He added that a good-quality photo increases the chances of adoption of dogs.

So far the boy has given baths to 47 dogs. At first, the project involves catching stray dogs on the street and giving them baths but Thiago said that it was very challenging as the dogs were victims of abuse and were very much frightened.

So they decided to give baths to new shelter dogs through volunteer animal shelter NGO Noah’s Ark. Many dogs got adopted after they were given baths.

Thiago felt that his project may inspire others to adopt rescue dogs and look at the dogs not just as toys or a thing but as being who will live with us.

This is quite heartwarming how an 11-year old spends his time and his devotion to help the stray animals.

When two beings experience the same situation, they become close. Maybe they know the problems, they both are facing. Their situation is the same and their problems are also the same. It is really heartbreaking to see two young lives on the streets. But that was their destiny and they found each other to give company.

Here is the story of two young lives who live on the streets. Photographer Maria Kabs saw a little boy named Rommel Quemenales who was living on the streets of Quezon City in the Philippines. He decided to take some photos of him.

The photographer was really touched when she saw that the boy was not alone. He had found a companion and his companion was a street puppy. He adopted the puppy and they are giving companionship to each other.

Rommel’s story is very sad. He told that his parents had separated. He had to quit school after second grade. He also has one sister who lives in another town. He sometimes visits her whenever he has the money.

Rommel named his dog Badji after his brother Badji who disappeared many years ago. Rommel said that his little brother Bdji got lost when they were younger and that Badji the dog reminds him of his brother. Rommel takes Badji everywhere with him, and he takes care of the dog’s needs before his own.

Kabs was very much impressed by their friendship and she photographed them together. It is not like Rommel had much to offer to the puppy. They only share their great friendship and love and the puppy wanted only love from him. They’re the most heartwarming pair you’ll ever see!

Kabs published their photos on Facebook and they touched many hearts. People were really impressed by their friendship. Everyone wished that the boy and the puppy should get a good home. But they are happy that they are having each other.

Obesity in animals is also a serious problem. It happens when there is excessive food intake or a lack of physical exercise. Overfeeding may lead to obesity in pets. It actually leads to many serious problems in pets.

This couple named Mike Wilson and his girlfriend Megan Hanneman wanted to adopt a new kitten. For this purpose, they went to the local Humane Society. At first look, they were attracted to this gentle giant named Bronson. They met him and immediately decided to adopt him.

Bronson’s previous owner passed away and at that time he was 33 pounds and 3 years old. The couple doubted that his past owner was an elderly person who may have been feeding him table scraps.

When they brought Bronson home, the main thing that they were worried about was his overweight. The important thing is to make him lose weight, else he will get Fatty Liver Disease which can cause fatal illness.

In order to make him lose the extra weight, they changed his diet three times. They even changed his exercise routine a few times.

He used to play with his toys for 20 minutes. He was brought downstairs so that he could climb back up to get to his favorite napping spot. The cat was very loving and sweet.

Bronson was the sweetest cat the couple had met. He was very happy to be home and wanted to get a big space for himself. On his Instagram, Bronson has over 30000 followers and they follow him on his weight loss journey. People are happy to share their views on feline weight loss.

When it comes to unlikely friendships, wildlife never cease to amaze. As a fact,  a massive 450 pound gorilla sharing some tender moments with a 0.5 pound wild bushbaby is definitely a sight to behold.

Over 300 rescued animals live at Ape Action Africa, Cameroon – a sanctuary dedicated to the conservation and protection of endangered primates as gorillas, chimpanzees and monkeys. Bobo – Western Lowland Gorilla is among the first residents at the center, founded back in 1996. The huge male arrived at the sanctuary when he was only 2-year-old, after loosing his mom due to poaching. And back then, Bobo was far from the strong dominant male he’s now.

Even though he’s such a fearless looking creature, Bobo is nothing but a gentle giant. And recently, his gentleness blown away even the caretakers at the sanctuary. While on their morning checks, the caretakers could not believe their eyes when they saw Bobo sharing an adorable moment with his newest and the most unusual friend – a wild bush baby.

“Our silverback gorilla Bobo made a surprising new friend this week — a wild bush baby!” Ape Action Africa wrote in a Facebook post. “Caregivers discovered him cradling the tiny primate during their morning checks, and were amazed to see him handling it with the utmost care.”

Most likely the tiny creature had been living inside Bobo’s group enclosure. But even so, it’s quite fascinating to watch it interacting in such a friendly manner with its giant neighbors. “The bush baby showed no fear of Bobo,” Elissa O’Sullivan, spokesperson for Ape Action Africa told Bored Panda. “He moved around his body and spend his time hopping around in an open grassy area, before choosing to return to Bobo.”

Wild bushes are normally nocturnal animals, so watch a bush baby hanging with a bunch of gorillas in full day light, was even more fascinating for the caretakers. “Bush babies are usually nocturnal, so it is very rare to see one during the day,” a staff member said. “We have never witnessed a wild primate interacting with a rescued one at Mefou Sanctuary.”

The other gorillas – three females and three young males, soon became very interested in Bobo’s new friend. However, Bobo suddenly became overprotective with his tiny companion and he kept his group away from it. “Bobo’s group-mates were desperately curious, particularly his favorite female Avishag, but he kept them all at a distance, making sure that no one disturbed his new friend,” the sanctuary wrote. “The little bush baby was happy to play in Bobo’s arms, hopping off to explore the grass nearby, before returning to Bobo’s hand.”

Horses are among the most affectionate and protective animals, especially when the life of one of their own is at stake. These majestic creatures are always ready to put their lives on the line, for the seek of their families. Whether they live at a farm, or in the wilderness, horses are all fearless when it comes to protecting those they care.

This it was a wild stallion that stepped up and saved the day, when a young and unexperienced foal struggled to cross a river. The dramatic moment unfolded at the Tonto National Forest in Arizona, and thankfully one of the rangers witnessed the scene and even caught it on camera.

Once roamed by thousands of wild horses, now the largest national forest in Arizona only host a few families of mustangs. So when the Park Service volunteer Becky Standridge spotted a group enjoying their meal on the Salt River’s banks, he immediately recognized them. It was the famous Champ – a dominant stallion – with his large family.

It was such a quiet sunny afternoon, when the peaceful atmosphere was suddenly interrupted by some noisy neighs coming from the other side of the river. Though, they are pretty territorial animals, horses are pretty peaceful(excepting the mating season). So, even though, the two groups of horses initially ignored each other, the fearless Champ eventually decided to cross the river and investigate.

Only the strong currents proved too fast and too strong for an unexperienced foal. Within seconds, the little one found herself swallowed by the rapid river and it seems she was facing a certain fate. Fortunately, the strong Champ was there to save the day.

When noticing the young horse was really struggling to keep her head afloat, the massive stallion approached her and guided her to the right direction. Just like a protective father, he took the distressed foal under his wing and protected her until she reached the safety waters, and then eventually the banks on the other side of the river.

The dramatic scene was caught on in a series of heartwarming photos! Take a peek:

Another viral wildlife footage is warming hearts all over the social media. This time, it is a massive elephant that sent everyone into laughter after he decided to play a joke on a woman who got close to him for a photo. The elephant has stolen the lady’s hat and hidden in mouth, in one of the most comical video I’ve seen in a while!

The short video shows a woman standing next to a bull elephant, and smiling to the camera as a friend of her is photographing the moment. Only the clever elephant went for more, and he grabbed the woman’s hat off her head and hide it in his mouth. Everyone burst into laughter upon the elephant’s gesture, but he then returned the hat on woman’s request.

“My sister just gave me that [the hat],” the woman can be heard. Then she’s politely asking the elephant to return the hat. “Please Mac, can I have my hat back?Please…Please!” she says.

The moment occurred at a Safari Park in Zimbabwe, and it was caught on camera by the other tourists! The elephant, named Mac is very familiar with the park visitors, and very friendly too, as it can be seen in the adorable scene.

Watch the heartwarming video here!