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On Monday afternoon, Disney World's Magic Kingdom Park—which is located in Orlando, Florida—had to partially close, and it was all thanks to one particular guest.

A Bear Made Its Way Into Disney World and the Rest Was History

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Something is up with the elk at Yellowstone National Park.

The Elk at Yellowstone Have Absolutely No Chill at the Moment

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An airline losing your luggage is one thing—lost socks and beauty products are a pain, sure, but they are ultimately replaceable items.

Delta Just Found a Plane Passenger's Missing Dog After 3 Weeks

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Just like I have in the recent past, I will keep preaching my truth—airports are, in my hierarchy of places, the closest thing to an alternate dimension I have ever witnessed.

Nothing to See Here, Just a Rabbit in a Stroller at the Airport

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If you're convinced your dog is the cutest pet on earth, it is time to test your theory.

This Hotel Wants to Pay Your Dog (and You) $10,000 to Be Its Next Pet Ambassador

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Seventy feet below the surface, I clung to slippery, algae-covered rocks as a fierce current whipped by.

Scuba Diving with Sharks Is the Most Relaxing Vacation I’ve Ever Had

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Dogs on strollers are old news, and I will personally never get tired of seeing them being carried around like actual babies.

Someone Used a Stroller to Sneak Their Dog Into a 'No Pets' Vacation Rental

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Sometimes, you get a plane neighbor who just downright sucks.

This Viral TikTok Proves Dogs Are Indeed the Best Plane Mates

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Did you know that our sassy, emotive, occasionally-downright-rude kitties share 95% of their DNA with big cats, like those lions, tigers, and cheetahs we grew up watching on nature documentaries.

Your Cat Can Help You Secure a Free $20,000 African Safari

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For the past seven months, stingrays have coasted across the touch tank floor and African penguins have dipped into the water at the Audubon Aquarium, but the gaggle of visitors usually snapping photos were nowhere to be found.

Chocolate Chip (and Cricket) Cookies Are on the Menu at New Orleans' Revamped Aquarium

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If you’re seeking some added cuteness during your next hotel stay, there’s no need to look further than the lobby, where it’s not uncommon to find four-legged fluff balls lounging about.

The Pets That Live in the Country’s Coziest Hotels

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It looks like the stereotype has evolved.

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A Bear Made Its Way Into Disney World and the Rest Was History

The bear was spotted near the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and forced a partial closing of the park.

The Elk at Yellowstone Have Absolutely No Chill at the Moment

They're screaming their lungs out, but for a very specific reason.

Delta Just Found a Plane Passenger's Missing Dog After 3 Weeks

A happy ending to a nightmare situation.

Nothing to See Here, Just a Rabbit in a Stroller at the Airport

A huge rabbit just went viral for simply doing its job.

This Hotel Wants to Pay Your Dog (and You) $10,000 to Be Its Next Pet Ambassador

You get a free mini-vacation if your pet is selected, too.

Scuba Diving with Sharks Is the Most Relaxing Vacation I’ve Ever Had

Nothing quiets the mind like a swim with 100+ hammerhead sharks.

Someone Used a Stroller to Sneak Their Dog Into a 'No Pets' Vacation Rental

The video has reached more than 200,000 views on TikTok.

This Viral TikTok Proves Dogs Are Indeed the Best Plane Mates

The video received more than 5 million views.

Your Cat Can Help You Secure a Free $20,000 African Safari

Orijen Pet Foods wants to help you celebrate your kitty's epic origins.

Chocolate Chip (and Cricket) Cookies Are on the Menu at New Orleans' Revamped Aquarium

The newly renovated space features a butterfly garden, insect cafe, and a whole lot more.

The Pets That Live in the Country’s Coziest Hotels

From dogs and cats to flamingos and mini horses, give a treat to these pets in residence during your next stay.

This Bear Just Couldn't Resist a Lazy Florida Beach Day

Beachgoers in Destin, Florida were shocked.