Police officers and firefighters dedicate their lives to serving their communities. However, some of these civil servants exceed their expectations. Here are six examples of firefighters and police officers going above and beyond that are sure to make you smile.

Humans and animals live side by side. Unsurprisingly, animals and humans tend to form bonds and act affectionately toward one another. However, some animals are more approachable than others. Most people would not be able to imagine themselves getting cuddly with a bear or caressing a shark. We are more accustomed to seeing these animals running wild, hunting prey and being absolutely ferocious. But when the right person meets the right beast, the results can be adorable. These animal anomalies will have you saying "aww" in no time!

A hug is a simple yet powerful gesture. Whether the hugger is raising money for charity, spreading cheer to the elderly, or even giving someone a pick-me-up on a hard day, the result is always the same - they spread happiness to everyone involved. These four stories show us the true value of a kind embrace.

Calling all animal lovers: Friday, June 1st marks the start of Adopt-a-Cat month. As of today, there are over a million cats and kittens in America's shelters. In my opinion, that's a million too many. I've collected three stories to inspire you to visit a shelter and pick up your very own fantastic feline.