Maeve Dunigan

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High in the sky in Big Bear Valley, California, an eagle named Jackie flew back home to her nest, following closely behind her mate, Shadow.

Hidden Camera Catches Doting Eagle Doing Everything He Can To Please His Wife

Frightened and alone, a small dog recently found himself wandering the outskirts of London, looking for help.

Conductors Stop Trains When They Realize Someone Small Is Hiding On Tracks

Every day for over a year, a friendly dog named Major waited for someone to notice him.

Dog Who Spent Over A Year At Shelter Beams As He Climbs Into Car With New Dad

When Donna Clark heard a black pit bull named Arlo was in need of a temporary home, she knew she was in for a tough ride.

Rescue Dog Who Was 'Hardest To Place' Worried He'd Never Find A Family

At the Scotia Wildlife Sanctuary in Scotia, Australia, many threatened animals enjoy roaming freely over more than 30 miles of protected space.

Scientists Find 4 Sets Of Mysterious Tracks — And None Are From Snakes

Near a river in Tocumwal, Australia, a large animal gazed up at the cliff face above him, unsure what to do next.

Man On Jet Ski Spots Someone Huge Struggling At The Bottom Of Cliff

Abandoned on a country road in Kern County, California, a group of six puppies wandered down the deserted street, hoping someone might spot them.

Band Of Lost Puppies Run Down Road Looking For Help

Mitzi Brogdon was in the midst of a hectic day when she locked eyes with a pleading face.

Dog Runs Up To Woman In Parking Lot And Leads Her To Astonishing Surprise

On a recent cold and cloudy day in Long Beach, California, lifeguards with the Long Beach Fire Department Marine Safety Division picked up their binoculars and saw something strange — a tiny figure was struggling against the icy waves.

Lifeguards Spot Someone Tiny Far Out At Sea Fighting The Waves

When Kristen Lee met her dog, Remi, three years ago, she immediately knew that they were family.

Big-Hearted Dog Has Special Knack For Comforting Scared Foster Puppies

Huddled together, a little family cowered in fear as a harsh storm made their home come tumbling to the ground.

Rescuers X-Ray Suspicious Log And Find Orphaned Babies Inside

Slithering through a front door and into a sneaker, an Australian copperhead snake thought he'd found the perfect hiding spot.

Latest Posts From Maeve

Hidden Camera Catches Doting Eagle Doing Everything He Can To Please His Wife

“He’s very tender toward [her] and lets her be the boss” ❤️

Conductors Stop Trains When They Realize Someone Small Is Hiding On Tracks

He was right under the train 😳

Dog Who Spent Over A Year At Shelter Beams As He Climbs Into Car With New Dad

“We were all smiles and happy tears …” ❤️

Rescue Dog Who Was 'Hardest To Place' Worried He'd Never Find A Family

“It was really hard watching Arlo become depressed and confused …”

Scientists Find 4 Sets Of Mysterious Tracks — And None Are From Snakes

Can you guess who left them behind? 🔍

Man On Jet Ski Spots Someone Huge Struggling At The Bottom Of Cliff

Do you see him? 🔍

Band Of Lost Puppies Run Down Road Looking For Help

“My heart sank with fear …”

Dog Runs Up To Woman In Parking Lot And Leads Her To Astonishing Surprise

“She started walking up the path to the cell tower, and I followed her ..”

Lifeguards Spot Someone Tiny Far Out At Sea Fighting The Waves

The water was so cold 🥶

Big-Hearted Dog Has Special Knack For Comforting Scared Foster Puppies

“I never expected him to love them the way he does …”

Rescuers X-Ray Suspicious Log And Find Orphaned Babies Inside

They heard someone calling, but they couldn’t see them …

Rescuer Finds Snake Coiled Inside Shoe and Is Surprised By How Big He Is

"Who would have thought ..."