These firefighters rescued a trapped young deer and its mum
A young deer and its mum had a lucky escape when they were rescued from a sticky situation by a crew of firefighters.
Animals
Fox survives 12 hours stuck in car grille after accident
A fox had a “miracle” escape after surviving for 12 hours wedged in a car grille, the RSPCA has said.
Watch this humongous hippopotamus chowing down on some tasty fruit and veg
If you’re a pet owner, the novelty of your dog or cat eating food has probably worn off, so how about a hippo?
Watch these dogs enjoy a swim at Saltdean Lido before it closes for the year
Dogs in Brighton were given a grand day out when the resort’s Saltdean Lido opened its doors to pooches for one day only.
In Pictures: Pampered pooches on parade at Darlington dog show
Ever since a dog section was introduced at the Darlington Horse and Foal Show in 1860, man’s best friend has remained loyal to the event. It has gone from strength to strength and this weekend marks the 50th time the Crufts qualifying show has been held at the Ripon Racecourse venue.
Dog returned to owner after cliff fall drama
A rescue operation was launched after a dog fell down cliffs in Aberdeenshire.
Celebrate International Red Panda Day by watching these critters feasting away
If ever there was an excuse to gaze adoringly at some of the planet’s cutest animals, it’s International Red Panda Day – it’s basically our collective responsibility.
Stranded iguana rescued from cherry tree over Lancaster canal
A stray iguana has been rescued by RSPCA inspectors from a cherry tree overlooking a canal in Lancaster.
Endangered giraffe born at Woburn Safari Park takes first steps
A rare and endangered newborn Rothschild’s giraffe at Woburn Safari Park in Bedford has taken its first steps.
Wildlife park’s rare leopard cubs caught on camera for first time
Two rare Amur leopard cubs born in the Highland Wildlife Park have been caught on camera for the first time.
This little cheetah cub playing with its siblings will soothe you
Taronga Western Plains Zoo recently added six fluffy little additions to its fine collection of animal life.
See a baby kiwi as it begins to hatch from its egg at Auckland Zoo
The first kiwi chick of the season has just begun to hatch from its shell at Auckland Zoo in New Zealand.
Bear with head stuck in milk jug freed by firefighters
A black bear had to be freed by firefighters after it got its head stuck in a milk jug.
Watch this prickly porcupine start her day with a lovely morning stroll
Pet owners across the world will be familiar with taking their dog for a morning walk, but how many will have seen a porcupine strolling along as the sun rises?
Watch as baby flamingos practise their foraging skills in a zoo enclosure
Baby flamingos at Zoo Atlanta in Georgia have been practising their foraging skills in little pans of water in their enclosure.
Watch the heart-stopping moment a zebra just minutes old was saved from drowning
A baby zebra had to be saved from drowning just minutes after being born at a zoo in Spain.
This lil’ pup met some cows that look just like him
Deep down creatures great and small all have their similarities, but for one plucky little dog and a group of rather large cows, that common ground is rather more obvious.
Watch: Newborn orangutan coos as it plays with its carer’s fleece
Zookeepers in Kansas have welcomed a gorgeous new face into the world – a baby Sumatran orangutan.
Watch: Giant panda plays with a cardboard box cake for her 27th birthday
Whether you’re turning 30 or three, a cardboard box popped on your head after opening a gift on your birthday – ignoring the present in the process – is one of the great joys of life.
Meet the cat-like bear cubs said to smell like popcorn
Two cat-like bears said to smell like popcorn have been caught on camera taking their first steps outside their zoo enclosure.
Consultation launched on licensing scheme for animal breeders
A consultation on a new licensing regime for dog, cat and rabbit breeders has been launched by the Scottish Government.
Watch: 20 slow lorises get first taste of freedom in Indonesian rainforest
Twenty rescused slow lorises are getting their first taste of freedom, having been released into a conservation forest in Indonesia.
Meet Miguel, a marmoset who cannot help but climb on his favourite human’s head
Whether he’s doing it to get ahead or simply having a bit of a laugh, one monkey at Symbio Wildlife Park on the outskirts of Sydney has developed a rather unusual habit.
Bake Off a real hoot for TV-loving barn owls Peek and Boo
Two baby barn owls have become fans of popular TV show The Great British Bake Off after spending time with a keeper at his home.
Watch video of an adorable baby pygmy hippo breastfeeding from mum
A pygmy hippo is seen nursing from her mum Kindia in the latest video released by Toronto Zoo in Canada.
See an adorable baby okapi take its first few steps
A cute baby okapi has enjoyed its first day in the world after being born at Sedgwick County Zoo in Kansas.
Protect police dogs by introducing ‘Finn’s Law’, Holyrood ministers urged
The Scottish Government is being urged to give police dogs the “protection they deserve” by including plans to make attacking such animals a specific offence.
Golden eagle genome map could help bird’s conservation
Scientists have fully mapped out the genetic codes of the golden eagle in a development they believe will help efforts to protect and monitor the species.
Watch these adorable snow leopard cubs roughhousing with one another
These adorable snow leopard cubs will soon become more deadly than they are cute, so for now let’s all just enjoy them at their sweetest.
The world’s fastest tortoise has become a father for the first time
Fast race horses are valuable animals, with their offspring considered to have the potential to be quick also, but will that prove to be the case for the world’s fastest tortoise?