Animals

This precious kitten proves that persistence pays off. The adorable tiny feline refused to give up and throw in the towel. Watch the short but incredibly cute clip to see how a small cat armed with a ton of determination conquered an obstacle and finally, eventually, made it to the top.

Not every moment in life will give you warm, fuzzy feelings. No one leads a picture-perfect, Hallmark movie life. Things don’t always work out perfectly, with everyone hugging, smiling and sipping coffee while sitting near a warm, toasty fire on Christmas Eve. That may look good on the movie and television screens, but that’s not true to life at all.

The reality is that life is messy, unpredictable and challenging. Things don’t always go as we believe they should. No, instead there is pain, hurt and many ups and downs. To do much of anything in life requires a fair amount of persistence, determination and perseverance. Getting knocked down and failing are going to happen, so it’s best to get used to those unfortunate but undeniably real parts of life.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a cute, sweet little kitten demonstrated a ton of grit and a refusal to give up as it tried to scale a closet. Its buddy was able to climb up the closet with relative ease, but the tiny black-and-white cat had a much harder time of it.

The kitten tried and tried again, and every time, it would find itself falling down and eventually back on the floor. However, this cat was going to make it up there, if it was the last thing it ever did. When it failed to reach the top, it simply got back up and tried again.

Eventually, the cat overcame the challenge and reached the top. Now, it just has to figure out a way to get back down, which may prove to be even more difficult.

Hebrews 12:1 “For this reason, as we are circled by so great a cloud of witnesses, putting off every weight, and the sin into which we come so readily, let us keep on running in the way which is marked out for us,”

An incredibly adorable pup played “The Office” theme song. The musically gifted animal showed it knows its way around a drum when it played the iconic tune from the beloved television show. Watch the short, but jaw-dropping and super cute clip to see and hear this canine perform “The Office” theme song.

When it comes to classic television shows, the debate can quickly become contentious. People will get heated, and temperatures may rise when discussing their favorite show and whether it should be considered a classic. Does this show qualify? Does that one make the cut? Should this show count as a classic? What are the qualifications, characteristics that make a show a classic?

While that debate is likely to keep many people busy for hours, some shows are, without a doubt, classics. When it comes to a handful of television programs, there is no debate necessary. For instance, no sane person would ever argue against “The Office” (the American version) being a classic. If “The Office” isn’t a classic, then there are no classic television shows. It’s as simple as that. It’s a show that is both quotable and rewatchable.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a pup played a tune that every fan of “The Office” will instantly recognize – the show’s memorable theme song. You will undoubtedly be blown away by the dog’s musical ability, but also by its near-perfect timing. The dog does not miss a note, perfectly striking the drum every single time.

Whether you’re a diehard fan of the show, a casual viewer or someone who, for some inexplicable and totally mystifying reason, cannot stand “The Office,” you will no doubt be thoroughly impressed by this dog’s musical talent.

Dwight, Jim, Michael, Pam and the rest of the Scranton office crew would assuredly approve of this canine’s jaw-dropping musical performance.

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.”

A sneaky turkey gave a man working outside quite a scare. The animal slowly, without being detected, got closer and closer to the man. Watch the short but hilarious clip to see what happened when the man realized what was mere inches away from him.

Human beings love being in control, or at least the illusion of it. We all want to believe that what happens in our lives results from our (good) decisions and choices. If we’re in control and have final say-so over what does and doesn’t happen in life, we can never be hurt, caught off guard or surprised.

However, that is incredibly wrong and faulty thinking. Sure, what we do and the choices we make, to a certain degree, do play a role in what happens to us in life. But, as we all know, whenever we have a plan, life tends to come along and change things up. As the old saying goes, “If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans.”

Surprises, both good and bad, happen throughout life. We’ll be caught off guard more times than we’d like to admit. In a posted clip, one man working outside received quite a surprise. Given his reaction, he was not expecting to see what was mere inches from him.

In the video, someone driving along the road stops and begins filming when they see quite the unexpected sight. A man was working in the front yard, near the road, but as he was toiling away, a turkey stealthily approached him.

Given the bird's crazy number of feathers, at times it appears to be gliding along, with its feet not even touching the ground. The bird continues to get closer and closer, and the man has absolutely no idea.

Eventually, the man feels the presence of the person filming the creature behind him, and he reacts accordingly. He is understandably startled, making for a hilarious reaction.

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.”

You won’t believe how this pup reacted to a squirrel. The dog had a most unexpected response to a tiny, cute, woodland critter in this hysterical skit. Watch the short but hilarious clip to see what this dog did that, without a doubt, you have never seen a canine do before, especially when a squirrel is present.

Canines make for wonderful, truly excellent pets. I don’t think anyone would say otherwise. However, many would go a step further and say that dogs are the best pets anyone can have. But I would guess that those who consider themselves “cat people” would argue vigorously otherwise, believing that felines are by far the superior house pet.

Regardless of where you fall on this highly divisive and polarizing topic, dogs and cats, despite their many differences, do share similarities as well. For instance, they can both be incredibly sweet and affectionate. Additionally, they all seem energized by tiny creatures, as if a predator instinct kicks in when they spot a bird or a squirrel. Most of them become instantly crazed and incredibly focused on the tiny being.

In a clip posted on YouTube, one canine took a completely different approach after seeing a curious, hungry squirrel outside. The dog, instead of jumping about and beating on the window, had a very pointed and direct message for the miniature critter. Of course, the dog was excited by the squirrel’s presence, but it gave the squirrel a warning, urging it to make itself scarce and scram.

In surprisingly good penmanship, the canine wrote, ordering the squirrel to “leave.” If that wasn’t clear enough to the squirrel, the canine then added a threat to its message, writing “or else.”

Apparently, the squirrel got the message and left, but not before registering its displeasure with the dog’s threat. An acorn, thrown by the squirrel, strikes the window.

Job 8:21 “The time will come when your mouth will be full of laughing, and cries of joy will come from your lips.”

A dog’s reaction to a food processor is absolutely hilarious. The pup had a most unexpected, but laugh-out-loud funny response to the popular appliance. Watch the short, but hysterical clip to see and hear how the canine reacted when the food processor was in use.

Animals are, without a doubt, some of the best creatures on the planet. That’s a statement that even in today’s incredibly polarizing and divisive times sure to get near-universal agreement. Seriously, who is going to argue otherwise? Even if someone thought and felt differently about that matter, they would never vocalize those feelings.

While we can all agree that animals are awesome and deserve to be loved and adored, they still all have their quirks and eccentricities, as any pet owner will tell you. Whenever you think you can predict, with 100 percent certainty, how your precious pup or beloved feline will react in any given environment, get ready because that’s when they’ll surprise you. For the most part, what happens and how they respond will be deliriously funny, causing you to literally laugh out loud.

No one could have predicted how one pup would react when the food processor was in use. Apparently, the dog is not a fan of the popular kitchen appliance. As shown in a posted video posted, the dog starts barking loudly and, for whatever reason, spinning in circles whenever someone uses the food processor.

Why does the animal do this when the food processor is being used? Well, your guess is as good as mine. Perhaps it does not appreciate how loud the machine is, which could explain the barking. As for the spinning, maybe the dog is trying to mimic the food processor's motion? It sees the spinning wildly, and maybe it believes it should, too?

Whatever the reason the animal reacts to the food processor may be, we can all agree that animals always find ways to surprise and entertain us.

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.”

This goat found the funniest use for solar panels. The animal spotted the solar panels and saw an opportunity to have a good time. Watch the short but hilarious clip to see the animal having some fun with solar panels.

Animals are wonderful creatures, and I don’t think that is a controversial statement. Most people would wholeheartedly agree that they are among the best parts of living on this planet. Animals make life a better, fuller and richer experience in every way imaginable. Who would or could argue otherwise?

While most people love animals, they are not always easy to deal with or handle. Dogs, cats, rabbits and every other domesticated animal have a mind of their own, and can be extremely strong-willed and hardheaded, as every pet owner knows well. Cats, in particular, are known for their inability to listen or take direction. They are going to do what they want, and no amount of begging or prompting from you will change that.

Hilariously, as it turns out, goats can also be a tad stubborn. In a posted video, a goat has found its way onto a solar array. Not only does it stand on the expensive solar panels, but it runs, jumps and even does a sort of dance number on the large, expensive item.

Throughout the clip, the goat’s owner begs and pleads with the animal to come down off the panels. But much like someone trying to get a feline to do something against its will, the goat refuses to budge. Instead, the goat continues to have an absolute ball, prancing up and down the panels, surely causing damage.

Eventually, the goat even begins talking back, not wanting to come down because it is simply having way too much fun. This shows that most animals do what they want, and there isn’t much we can do to change that.

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.”

It was all or nothing for these determined pups. Both of them pulled out all the stops, hoping to get that one and final treat. Watch the short but hysterical clip to see what these two canines did as they both hoped to secure that last, delicious, mouth-watering treat.

As every pet owner knows well, animals are never satisfied. They will always want, and in some cases, even demand more. It does not matter how long you rub or scratch them; it will never be enough. They will always be hoping for just a few more minutes of attention. The same goes for food. Your four-legged, furry friend will beg and plead for food and will likely still do it even when they aren’t hungry and their bowl is full.

Don’t get me wrong, as pet owners, we love our animals. We can all agree that they make life a better, fuller and richer experience in every way imaginable. However, they can, at times, be some pretty ungrateful creatures. The constant begging for this and that gets old pretty quickly. But no matter what you or I do, we both know that the pup or the cat is going to expect more.

In a clip posted on YouTube, two pups badly wanted the last dog treat and were willing to pull out all the stops, showering and pampering their owner. When one did something, the other dog would outdo the others, trying to show their owner that they were more worthy of the last treat than the other dog. Oh, and all this happened after both dogs had just received treats. Neither was satisfied. They both just wanted more.

Eventually, the woman gave in, but instead of giving the entire treat to one dog, she tore it in two, giving each pup half of the treat. Well, while this may have been a logical solution, it was a completely unacceptable one. It was all or nothing for those dogs, as both ran off in a huff, perturbed by how she handled the situation.

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.”

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This baby koala is almost too cute to handle. Without a doubt, it is easily the most adorable thing you’ll see today. Watch the short but precious clip to see the darling little creature in action.

Nearly every person loves and adores animals. How could anyone, even if they aren’t necessarily an “animal person,” not find these furry little critters utterly fascinating and incredibly cute? Honestly, how could you not be an animal person? I’m sure those individuals exist, but how and why can they feel that way? It’s nearly impossible not to have a soft spot in your heart for them.

Now, as much as we all love animals, and how some people simply cannot get enough of them, that love and adoration multiply tenfold when those animals are babies. I mean, have you ever noticed how people act around kittens and puppies? You’d think that person would have given birth to that creature themselves, by how incredibly loving and affectionate they are toward those beings.

Additionally, and for some inexplicable reason, everyone uses the same baby voice when talking to or about the tiny animal. Why? I have no idea, but it happens every time, and you and I know it's true.

Well, those familiar baby voices are likely to come out when viewing this insanely cute video. The short clip shows a baby koala having the time of its life.

The tiny creature is playing around on one of those posts cats typically use to scratch on and sharpen their nails. It looks as cute as can be while scratching and even climbing up the household item.

Hilariously, the baby koala seems to be awfully possessive of the scratching post. Whenever the woman behind the camera touches the post, it seems to try to swat her away, placing its paw in the exact spot where her hand or finger was.

And I know what you’re thinking, now you want a baby koala.

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 second, this talkative kitten was meowing; the next, it was fast asleep. The chatty cat had a lot to say but then got very tired, very quickly. Watch the short but oh-so-cute clip to see and hear this communicative animal, then watch it fall asleep mid-conversation.

Is there anything cuter on the face of the earth than animals? While we live in an extremely polarizing and divisive time, I can say, without a doubt, that the cuteness of those furry, four-legged creatures is one of the few topics and subjects that is not up for debate. That has been settled for quite some time, and everyone is firmly in agreement. Of course, the answer is a firm yes - animals are insanely adorable.

But even when it comes to how cute an animal is, there is a whole other level when the animal is a kitten or a puppy. No one can resist a puppy or a kitten. Even the most stoic, unemotional person cannot walk by a kitten or a puppy without acknowledging the animal’s presence and using that familiar baby voice we all know and love when talking to or about the tiny creature.

So, what could possibly be cuter than a kitten or a puppy? Surely, that is the highest possible position on the cuteness scale. Well, think again. A kitten was recorded having quite a conversation, loudly and enthusiastically, with the woman behind the camera - that is, until the small, talkative cat all of a sudden got extremely tired and fell right to sleep.

Perhaps the cat was just so tired that it fell asleep in the middle of the conversation, or that it was thoroughly bored with and completely done with it. When it comes to cats, you never can tell. Whatever the case may be, we can all agree that this is almost too cute to handle.

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.”

You won’t believe the noise that came from this crow. The winged creature made a sound that you likely have never heard a bird make. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip to hear the sound from the crow that will leave you bewildered and befuddled.

Animals are some of the best creatures on earth, a statement sure to garner nearly universal agreement. Seriously, how could you not adore and appreciate them? Even if you wouldn’t consider yourself an animal person, you must admit that they are utterly interesting and fascinating. How and why do they act in this and that manner?

Now, as even small children know, there are specific sounds and noises that are commonly associated with animals. For instance, cats meow, birds chirp, cows moo and so on and so forth. There are many songs and children’s books that only reinforce these ideas. Old MacDonald raised an entire farm where the animals made these sounds. Come to think of it, that must have been one noisy place.

Anyway, that’s the sounds those creatures make, and that's how the way things are simply supposed to work. Their making those sounds is, in a way, comforting because they meet our expectations and sound as they should.

But what would happen if, say, one animal started to sound like another animal? That would be incredibly shocking, pretty hilarious and perhaps even a little frightening and creepy.  Well, a posted clip captured a bird, a crow, barking like a dog. Yes, you read that sentence correctly. Your eyes do not deceive you.

The bird began chirping as expected, but then quickly switched things up and did its best imitation of a dog barking. It’s so odd and so startling, so much so that if it weren’t captured on video, you probably wouldn’t believe it.

Nature is always giving us something new, keeping us on our toes with surprises.

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.”

My family and I were at Hermann Park in Houston, Texas, having lunch after a homeschool day when my daughter noticed a duck nearby. At first, only the mother duck was visible, but I then saw movement in the bushes and started recording. Moments later, several ducklings emerged and followed their mother. One duckling ran toward us, and the mother quickly followed with the rest. They came very close, and a few ducklings even sat down nearby. Another duck appears toward the end of the video. Credit: Alicia Frederick

After a field trip to Murfreesboro Tennessee’s Discovery Science Center we witnessed a police escort of a mama duck and her babies across a busy intersection. It was a heart warming experience to see everyone stop to ensure the safety of the mama and her babies. Credit: Tiffany Donovan

Rocky comes everyday since we released her. She is left nuts and fresh water daily. She's our outside fur baby. My husband found her last summer while taking down a tree.

This dog is a little confused, and it’s hilarious. The sweet pup seems to be under the mistaken impression that it’s not actually a dog. Watch the short but hysterical clip to see what the dog did, which signals that it’s a pretty safe bet this pup thinks it’s something other than a dog.

Thanks to the proliferation and pervasiveness of social media and 24-hour “news” channels, reaching a consensus on any topic is nearly impossible. Those platforms and outlets thrive and profit from keeping people angry and at each other’s throats, and so, that’s what they are going to keep doing. While that is, without a doubt, the case, there is still one subject we can all agree on: animals.

Everyone loves those furry, cuddly and four-legged critters. However, the ones that are, by far, our favorites are cats and dogs. Many people even go so far as to refer to themselves as a dog or a cat person. And I think it goes without saying (but I’m going to say it anyway) that once someone publicly declares their preference for one over the other, there is no turning back. They’ve made their choice and must now stick with it. There must not be any confusion; that would be utter madness.

Hilariously, though, one dog does seem incredibly confused. No, it’s not about whether it prefers canines over felines or vice versa, but about something much more fundamental and basic. The pup apparently believes itself to be a cat.

An individual with a camera enters a room with a cat tree. On the cat tree is, of course, a cat, as one would expect to find on an item with such a name. Surprisingly, a dog is also relaxing, catching some rest on the cat tree. It looks at the camera with an annoyed expression, as if what it’s doing is completely normal.

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.”

An unbothered Dalmatian made a vet visit look easy, remaining completely unfazed during its check-up. Watch the short but funny clip to see the unexpected moment when this canine calmly handles the appointment, showing how it stays cool under pressure.

No one enjoys going to the doctor. I’m sure there are people who like seeing their doctor, but I’ve never met one. That number must be very, very small.

Of course, many people have developed such a fear of going to the doctor because of the possibilities. In our minds, we always, always imagine the worst possible scenarios, including those dreaded doctor visits. What will they find? Will there be a cure? Will treatment do anything, or will I be too far along for surgery and pills to make any impact? Those are the kind of thoughts that immediately come to mind, and we’ve all been there and done that, likely every time that annual check-up rolls around.

While you and I may be afraid of going to the doctor, fearing the doctor will find an incurable disease or condition, this pup was a cool customer during its trip to the vet. The video shows the spotted pup quickly pacing about the room. Sure, it might look a tad nervous, but its unexpected move proves that fear has no grip on it.

The canine, while going back and forth throughout the examination room, stops momentarily beneath a table. It finds a spot that it likes, at least for a second. When the dog settles, it lays its arm on the lower rung of the table. It presents a picture-perfect example of cool, calm and collected.

Ain’t nothing rattling that dog!

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.”

This sweet pup’s adorable check-up will melt your heart. The animal was apparently due for a visit and received a most thorough examination. Watch the short but hysterical clip to see this precious canine undergo a detailed medical evaluation.

While we may not be able to find agreement on much these days, we are all on the same page when it comes to doctor visits. We very much dislike them. Seriously, how could anyone actually enjoy going to the doctor? Even if your doctor and the nurses are personable, incredibly sweet, down-to-earth and caring individuals, that still doesn’t mean we like seeing them.

Being poked, stuck, needled and prodded and then paying handsomely for the whole awful experience is no one’s idea of fun. Who wants all that? Not this guy, that’s for sure. If that wasn’t enough, there is always the chance the doctor may find something unusual that requires multiple visits over a short period, just to check this or that possibility off the list.

While seeing the doctor is rarely, if ever, enjoyable, it’s still extremely important to get those yearly checkups. Got to make sure everything is still running according to plan. Even animals do, or at least should, see the vet on a yearly basis. And as you might have guessed, they typically dislike the entire experience as well. However, a clip posted on YouTube shows one pup who took the entire medical examination process in stride. It didn’t even whimper one time as the miniature doctor gave the animal a thorough once-over.

The sweet, surprisingly patient and good-natured animal simply sits peacefully and lets the little medical professional do her job. Hilariously, though, you can almost see on the animal’s face what it’s thinking: “What are you doing, and are you almost done yet? I’ve got food to eat and places to sleep. Hurry up, doc.”

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.”

These baby ducks on a waterslide are almost too cute to handle. The little creatures were having the time of their lives as they enjoyed the water together. Watch the short but precious clip to see the sweet and adorable way they had fun in the water.

Many people endlessly complain about the hot, often oppressive weather. And I have to admit, I’m not above voicing my complaints when it gets a tad uncomfortable in June, July and August. However, and I’m guessing many other people feel the same way, I would take 90-plus temps every day if I never had to experience snow or ice again. That seems like a fair trade-off, right? And I would make that deal in a heartbeat.

Now, when it comes to staying cool and comfortable, swimming is one way to beat the high heat and the humidity. While there are other ways to stay cool when the weather’s warm, swimming is easily the best. Who doesn’t like taking a nice dip in the pool, especially when the weather is blisteringly hot? Heck, even many animals enjoy frolicking about in the water, having a good old time as they play with one another.

Speaking of animals enjoying the water, in one clip, a whole group of ducks came across a fixture. Instead of simply walking on by and going about their travels, they stopped for some fun, and it’s one of the cutest sights you are likely to ever see.

Under their mother's close supervision, the many baby ducks take turns sliding down the fixture, making it their own personal waterslide. How unbelievably cute and adorable is that?

Just when you think they might be done and ready to move along, another duck decides it wants to enjoy itself and slide that miniature waterslide. You can almost hear the mother duck’s thoughts, “Ok, ok, everyone has had their fun. It’s now time to go. C’mon. Your father is going to be worried about us if we’re not back by dinner time!”

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.”

Mama bear with four cubs looking to enter house but leans on doorbell alerting dog and residents. Woman's voice at end: 'who is it? Oh, you're a bear!'

These baby ducks got a little help, and it’s absolutely adorable. Those sweet, tiny, winged creatures knew exactly what to do when someone lent some unexpected assistance. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to see who helped the ducks, how and the animals’ immediate response to the assistance.

Everyone has a soft spot in their heart for animals. That is especially when those critters are babies. How could you not? Simply look at a litter of kittens or puppies, a flock of ducks or a murder of crows. Ok, fine, maybe a group of crows doesn’t cause you to get all touchy-feely as the others do, but the point is still the same. Animals are great, and even the most stoic, unemotional person can’t resist a puppy or a kitten.

Animals make life a better, fuller and richer experience. It doesn’t matter what you’re doing or what’s going on; having an animal around will make it better. No one can really argue against that. I guess theoretically someone could make an opposing argument, but why would you? Who is going to ever say that having animals around makes things worse?

While nearly everyone loves animals, sometimes they get themselves into unpredictable and crazy situations (all pet owners will agree). When that happens, they might need a helping hand and some grace to get them out of their predicament, as is what happened when a duck and her babies were spotted in a hotel pool.

The ducks were swimming along in the pool, making their way to the edge and would soon be trying to get out of the water. However, it was unclear how the babies would make it out safely. Thankfully, a kind and caring hotel employee knew exactly what to do and stepped up and did exactly what was needed.

Hilariously, the baby ducks didn’t even pause but knew exactly what to do. They kept going as if nothing at all had happened.

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.”