Leahgatesfirst 30 seconds are worth it for tiny apple pie monsching
Remember Enoki getting tucked in? Thanks to Submitter Jaieden S., we have two more! “Just your regular apartment-living hamsters watching TV, snacking, bathing & sleeping,” he says.
Of course they are.
And in the second one, “Hamster relaxes on a sofa, happily munching on an apple pie. And after having her tummy filled, gets a massage & naps in her daddy’s pocket!”
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That’s about as good a description as we could come up with! This photo is from Vanessa C., who says “This chunky nugget is my Boston Terrier, Oliver at about 3 or 4 months old. This is the face that stole every heart in our family, and he continues his Reign Of Cuteness 5 years later.”
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These lil’ snugglebombs are Spectacled Flying-Fox orphans, and they are being cared for at the NightWings Rainforest Centre in Queensland, Australia.
So..what’s the difference between a Flying Fox and a Bat, you say? Glad ya asked.
(As seen on ZooBorns.)
Shrimp fired up the ‘pooter last Nosevember Beakvember 30th, and was immediately smitten by Gizzy, a “Peach Head Caique Parrot.”
Natalie W. is the sender-inner and added, quite pithily: “Even though we are far apart I love you still with all my heart, I will free you from this awkward place that has stolen your body from your giant face!” Perfect-o.
Puppeh Bowl XI is this Sunday. AND If you live in Atlanta, Baltimore, Cleveland, Dallas, DC, Denver, Indianapolis, LA, Phoenix or Seattle; you can have a Puppeh delivered to you today- and most are adoptable! (Puppehs can only be delivered to offices.) You have to have an “Uber” app on your smartphone. Open your Uber app today between 11am & 3pm local time.
The cost: $30 for 15 minutes of puppeh playtime and every dollar from your visit is donated directly to the participating organization in your city: Arizona Humane Society….Atlanta Humane Society….BARCS Baltimore….Cleveland Animal Protective League….Dallas Animal Services….Denver Dumb Friends League ..Humane Society of Indianapolis….Wags and Walks-LA….PAWS Seattle….and the Washington Area Rescue League!
This is still going on in some cities, so head ovah heah to learn more. Photos from the Twitter hashtag #UberPuppyBowl. Are you having puppehs delivered? Send us your pix!!
We’re updating this story AS THE PUPPEHS GET DELIVERED. This…..is as real as it GETS, People!
Yesterday we posted a really SQUEAKY video of a bebeh sea otter pup and mama. Today, WE’RE BACK FOR MORE.
“Hiiiiiiii, I saw this on Youtube and thought it was supppzzz adorbs. I hope you like it!!!!! Legally though, I must inform you that it is not my video. I only found it. Thank you for your most excellent website, Leo M.”
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They JUST DON’T come much cuter than this. People, this is Bear.
“Attached are pictures of my supervisor’s dog, named Bear. We think he is a Havanese and Lhasa Apso mix, but we aren’t too sure,” writes Whitney R.
“To me, he looks like an animatronic puppy! We work at the Oregon Humane Society, and Bear came in to the shelter one day.”
“These pictures were shot by me and other coworkers. He is probably one of the cutest puppies ever to be born on the face of this earth!”
[*Note: BEAR is off the market, but OHS has lots of critters available waiting for you! Check ‘em out! -Ed.]
That name alone practically warrants posting this photo, but will you check out that PROSH CHINCHILLA SMILE? ACK! “When she’s out of her cage on a supervised run, she’ll sometimes stop for a scratch,” says Betsy F.
And then…disappear behind the furniture:
…for the very first time. HOW does he know to jump like that? Wait- he’s a maniac. They know these things.
Leahgatesalways time for this
Kristin T. sent this little maniac our way. “Hi C.O.!! I just had to share this ADORABLE video i just saw, came from an Aussie radio station FB page……..thx!”
(This ran last July but whatevah. OMG.)
Ever got one of those “I didn’t REALLY do anything bad but I haz a feeling they’re gonna think I did so I am gonna get in trouble” looks?
This is one of those.
“This is Augie The Happy Jack Russell. He likes to help out with the gardening. Augie would love to be apart of Cute Overload! Ruff!” -Michelle J.
That’s a Rats, It’s Monday wrap. Toesday’s gonna be big on Cute Overload- we’ve got…Dancing Bebeh Pygmy Goats (honest,) and Part II of our visit to the Living Free Animal Sanctuary. (Here’s Part I.) Plus….Ferrets. Tune in!
Yesterday we showed you Part I of Cuteporter KB’s trip to the Living Free Animal Sanctuary near Palm Springs. It’s our pleasure to now present Part II: The Kittehs!
If You Go™:
Addy: 54250 Keen Camp Rd, Mountain Center, CA, off Highway 74 in the San Jacinto Mountains. Located 10 minutes from Idyllwild, 45 minutes from Palm Desert, 2 hours from San Diego and 2.5 hours from Los Angeles.
Hours: 11am – 4pm, every day except Wednesday.
Call: (951) 659-4687.
Social: The Twitter : Facebookster : Pinterest.
Leahgateshis FACE
“Here are photos of my Rats (Jasper, Felix, and the late Beau) says Diana C. “Above, Beau has tucked himself in for a rat nap. Below, Felix is posing very elegantly beside the pillow, and Jasper is trying to climb up my leg for cuddles (and maybe treats.)”
OK. Check these off. We have the Little Flappy Wings.[X] The Bat Belleh.[X] The Beady Black Bat Eyes.[X] The Tiny Bat Hands clasping one another.[X] Oh, and the Bat Binky.[X]
Good to go. To the Batcave, old chum.
From Susan M.
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A rescued Owl is ready to be returned to the wild after receiving expert care at New Zealand’s Wellington Zoo.
Photo Credit: Wellington Zoo
The young Morepork Owl was brought to the zoo in early December and cared for in the zoo’s unique Nest Te Kōhanga, a veterinary hospital dedicated to caring for New Zealand’s native fauna. The little Owl now has his adult feathers and is ready to be released into the big wide world. For the first two weeks of his release, he’ll live in an outdoor aviary run by a local sanctuary. A lamp hanging outside the aviary will attract moths, allowing the Owl to practice his hunting skills. After two weeks, the door will be opened and the Owl can choose to fly away or return for food if needed.
Morepork Owls are New Zealand’s only surviving native Owls, and live only in New Zealand and Tasmania. They are also known by their Maōri name (Ruru) and Australian name (Boobook), both of which reflect the Owls' two-part calls. These small owls live in forests and frequent urban parks. They feed on large invertebrates such as caterpillars, beetles, and moths.
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Charlie The Whackadoodle Frenchie just cannot understand why his new playmate…just stands there. (All the colors must have him a little baffled, too.)
(And that’s a wrap for this week on C.O., People. Don’t fret- lot’s more headed your way on Rats (AND Bats), It’s Monday Morning! Have some great Valentine’s photos? We’ll tell you where to send ‘em! There’s a BRAND NEW Maru, a new Maymo, and…we’ll take you on a trip to a great Animal Sanctuary near Palm Springs, too! Stay right where you are. Well- go to sleep, sure. But come right back. Just leave the browser up.)
BONUS: UH-OH, who’s THIS?
None other than Root Beer The Frenchie! RB, how’d you get in here, pahdnah? Pahk the cah in Havahd Yahd, then get to bed. “Rootbeer The Frenchie is wicked smaht,” says Brittany E.
The Alaska SeaLife Center is currently caring for a blind Harbor Seal. He was the last Harbor Seal pup rescue of 2014, after being found at Land's End in Homer, AK.
Photo Credits: Alaska SeaLife Center
Because of his blindness, the pup, named ‘Bryce’, has been deemed non-releasable by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration-National Marine Fisheries Service. Veterinary staff believe he suffered head trauma that was the likely cause of his vision loss.
While Harbor Seals are normally quite shy and skittish, staff have been pleasantly surprised by Bryce's spirit of adventure. He is quick to explore pools, enrichment items, and other changes to his environment. Staff utilize Bryce's inquisitive nature and heightened reliance on sound when teaching him husbandry behaviors, such as hand-feeding and targeting.
Since he cannot see, staff rattle a "shaker" in place of a target buoy. This allows Bryce to use audio cues rather than the customary visual cue. These behaviors help Bryce in adjusting to environmental changes and make veterinary exams easier.
Veterinary staff have noticed a slight improvement in his sight, however, only in one eye. His progress under human care is very encouraging. Bryce will stay at the Alaska SeaLife Center until a permanent home is determined.
LeahgatesHE HATES IT
A trio of tiny Sumatran Tiger cubs has made their first public appearance at Chester Zoo.
Photo Credits: Chester Zoo
The four-week-old Tiger triplets were born on January 2nd but have just started to emerge from their den, as their proud mother starts to show them off.
The cubs are the off-spring of eight-year-old ‘Kirana’ and seven-year-old dad ‘Fabi’.
There are believed to be just 300-400 Sumatran Tigers left in the wild, as they are often targeted by poachers who use their body parts as traditional medicine and much of their jungle habitat has been destroyed.
Curator of mammals, Tim Rowlands, said, “Sumatran Tigers are one of the rarest big cat species in the world. That’s what makes our new Tiger trio so incredibly special; they’re a rare boost to an animal that’s critically endangered.
“It’s still early days but Kirana is an experienced mum, and she’s keeping her cubs very well protected. She’s doing everything we would hope at this stage.”
Sumatran Tigers are found only on the Indonesian islands of Sumatra. They are the smallest of all Tigers and also have the narrowest stripes.
Mr. Rowlands added, “The arrival of this latest trio of cubs is vital to the ongoing survival of the species and the back-up population found in zoos. They are now part of a safety-net against the population in the wild becoming extinct which, to me, is incredibly humbling.”
It will be several weeks until keepers can discover the sexes of the Tiger triplets and a decision can be made on their names.
More amazing pics, below the fold!
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Leahgatesevery one of these cub faces deserves an isolated zoom
It was recently bath-time for Sumatran Tiger, ‘Jaya’ and her female cubs, at Point Defiance Zoo. ‘Kirana’, ‘Dari’, and ‘Indah’ seemed to be enjoying their beautification routine with mom.
Photo Credits: Point Defiance Zoo
The cubs’ birth was part of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan, for Sumatran Tigers.
Only about 300 Sumatran Tigers remain in the wild on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Their numbers are dramatically dwindling due to poaching and habitat destruction, primarily for the growth of oil palms. There are just 80 Sumatran Tigers in North American zoos and approximately 400 in zoos worldwide.
The three cubs bring the total number of tigers at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium to nine. In addition to ‘Jaya’ and her litter, the zoo is home to Sumatran Tigers ‘Malosi’ (the cubs’ father), ‘Bima’, ‘Dumai’ and ‘Kali’. Malayan tiger ‘Berani’ also lives in the zoo’s Asian Forest Sanctuary. The tigers rotate on and off a number of exhibits.
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If you can’t find them…it’s a safe bet that Pixel (previously seen here and here in the I. WANT. MY BED. Mini-Series) knows where they are. Pixel, buddy- it’s obvy you’re our next star here at C.O., so you’ve got your own tag, just like the big boys do. Congrats!
PIXEL BONUS:
Pixel also thinks he is a turtle. Just a phase.
(Mashable.)
Just in from Wendy Z.: “Today the BBC showed a graphic showing how to tell how deep the show is by “Can you still see your dog” showing six breeds. Sounds like an awfully cute way to tell – apparently one and a half chihuahuas equals one french bulldog?”
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Remember Nermal from last year? He’s back. Prosher than ever. (Is that the right way to stay that? More Prosher? Proshiest? Whatever. Jessie W. says, “We were so happy to see Nermal posted on C.O. last year! We just wanted to give you all an update on how he’s been doing. For example, in the top photo, he likes to smoosh into tiny spaces and pretend he’s a spy. You’re welcome to post any of these as you see fit. :). ” (OK! We sure will! More Jessie comments in the hovers.)
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THANK YOU SIR
Cuteporter Paul P. knows of one that does!
“This cat named Mango visits its local Tesco supermarket (below) in the town of Tiverton, Devon in England, has suddenly become famous, in an internet sort of way, after being featured in several UK newspapers,” he says. “She has her own cat house in the entrance of the store (below,) and her store fans have created a Facebook page for her.”
“She lives nearby in a house, not in the store.”
Photos seen on Mail Online.
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THIS JUST IN from Meredith T. at Farm Sanctuary! “The temperature has been in the single digits and negative degrees at our New York sanctuary lately, and that means one thing: GOATS IN COATS! And all kinds of farm animals in all manner of winter-wear! It’s the Cutest Sight Ever and I thought Cute Overload readers might like to revel in the adorableness.”
Yes, they would.
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Need to give your dog a workout? Just take some pizza to the top of a slide and watch her try to get it!
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Pixel The Maniac Frenchie has only been on these pages for a relatively short time, but he’s BLOWIN’ UP THE QTE. Already time for a Greatest Hits video!
