Is there anything more heartbreaking than seeing an animal struggle with disabilities? 

Luckily, the world is full of freaks for their pets, so nowadays "wheelchairs" for land animals like dogs, cats, pigs, and even goats have become commonplace.

As California's Director for the National Wildlife Federation (NWF), there is no bigger animal lover than Beth Pratt. After spending years working on causes such as climate change and sustainability, Pratt now leads an avid campaign for conservation and the preservation of California's wildlife.

Don't let their cute little faces fool you; these police puppies are serious about learning how to be the top dog on the squad.

The circus is supposed to be a magical event full of acrobats and fire-eaters and wonder!

According to the ASPCA, there are approximately 7.6 million pets that are admitted into animal shelters each year. With only an estimated 13,600 independent community animal shelters nationwide, there are just too many animals and not enough help. Shelters rely heavily on volunteers to help keep operations running smoothly. By volunteering at an animal shelter, you're not only helping animals in need, but you can help yourself, too.