Cats Help Keep City Streets Safe from Rats
By Lisa Guernsey3 min read
Feral cats of New York police the city’s rats in exchange for food and shelter.
Inspirational Pet Stories
Therapy Chickens Are Helping People Across the Country
By Megan Troise3 min read
HenPower, an unconventional animal-care project in the U.K., has been helping seniors with dementia and loneliness. Here are some hens that are helping people of all ages.
The Donkey That Saw Her Through Her Grief
By Megan Troise2 min read
When Robin Birdsong met Ronnie the donkey, she knew he was different than all the other animals she had saved. They had both lost a child. Robin knew exactly how Ronnie felt and she was determined to help him heal.
Petey, a Therapy Dog in Training
In our print series “A Therapy Dog’s Journey,” columnist Peggy Frezon takes All Creatures readers along as her golden retriever Petey trains to become a certified therapy dog. Check out this video of the playful pup working on his skills in training class. Will he eventually pass the test?
Louise the Rooster Helps Others Build Confidence
By Alina Larson2 min read
A rooster in a wheelchair shows us that a little love and kindness goes a long way.
How a Rescue Dog Helped Her Heal
By Renea Robison9 min read
Yearning for a return to the active life she’d known before injuring her back, the answer to her prayers came in the unlikely form of a mixed-breed named Monty.
A Veteran with PTSD Rescues Adorable 30-Pound Cat
By Alikay Wood2 min read
Gusman was looking for a therapy animal to help manage his PTSD. Enter, Meatloaf.
Renaissance: The Horse That Helped Her Embrace Middle Age
By Catherina Madera5 min read
She was restless and coping with transitions in her life, when a special foal changed her attitude.
How a Rooster Helped Her Find Hope During a Divorce
By Diane Stark3 min read
A surprising encounter at a farm changed her outlook.
Prisoners Help Abandoned Animals in a Unique Program
By Alina Larson7 min read
Go behind the scenes at the Monroe County Sheriff’s Animal Farm.
Her Guitar Eases the Loneliness of These Shelter Animals
By Desiree Cole2 min read
Singer Kitty Snyder forms a connection with these shelter animals by sharing her music.
A Horse Named Ren Gave Her a Chance to Be Reborn
By Catherine Madera1 min read
Catherine Madera’s passion for horses seemed to fade as middle age set in. She began to think that part of her life was over for good…until a feisty foal named Ren came along. Meet Ren below and read the full story here. If you’d like to see more stories like this, check out All Creatures magazine.
