What are the most touching animal empathy stories you know?

A story of a woman who dedicated her life to caring for cats with special needs. She had dozens of cats, some blind, some with missing limbs, but she made sure each one had a warm bed, good food, and lots of love.

A therapy dog named Buddy. He worked with veterans who had PTSD. Buddy seemed to sense when a veteran was having a flashback or feeling down. He would nuzzle up to them and stay close. His loyalty and the unconditional love he showed helped these veterans open up more and start on the path to recovery.

The story of Laika, the first dog in space. Laika was sent into orbit by the Soviet Union in 1957. She didn't have a chance to return and most likely died within hours due to overheating and stress. It was a sad sacrifice in the name of space exploration.

The story of Hachiko is very touching. Hachiko was a dog who waited for his owner at the train station every day, even after his owner passed away. He continued this for years, showing his unwavering love for his human. His loyalty was truly remarkable.

One really moving story is about a pair of swans. Swans are known for their loyalty in love. These two swans mated for life. They built their nest together near a lake. The male swan would protect the female and their eggs with great determination. When one of them got injured once, the other stayed by its side, bringing it food and protecting it until it recovered. Their bond was unbreakable.

A dolphin was caught in a fishing net. A group of divers noticed it and quickly worked to cut the net free. The dolphin swam around them in circles after being freed, as if to say thank you. It was an amazing moment.

The story of a pet rabbit. Its owner had to move overseas and couldn't take it. The rabbit was given to a new family, but it was so sad. It stopped eating and just sat in a corner. It was used to its old home and owner. Eventually, the new family worked really hard to make it feel at home again. It took a long time for the rabbit to start being active again.

I recall a story of a horse that carried a wounded soldier back to safety during a war. The horse risked its own life and showed incredible loyalty. The soldier and the horse formed a strong bond that was not easily broken.

The story of Balto is quite memorable. Balto was a sled dog who led his team through harsh conditions to deliver medicine to a town stricken with diphtheria. His strength and determination in the face of extreme cold and difficult terrain saved many lives.

A dolphin once saved a drowning swimmer. The dolphin stayed with the person, keeping them afloat until help arrived. Dolphins are known for their intelligence and this act also shows their loyalty towards humans in distress. It's not just loyalty within their own species but also towards other beings. They form bonds and are willing to help when needed.