Heartwarming animal stories from Steve Hartman

Check out some of Steve Hartman's most heartwarming stories about beloved four-legged friends and other animals he's come across for his On The Road series.
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0:00 Cat reunited with owners 16 years after running away
2:27 Dog that walks on hind legs after accident serves as inspiration
5:10 Emotional support alligator helps man with deep depression
7:57 A girl's unbreakable bond with her pet duck grows deeper every day
10:33 Goose gets surprise visitor while recovering from surgery
13:08 Jogger with dog offers comfort to grieving child during father's funeral
15:43 Horse that never won a race won many hearts
18:14 Life-saving service dog inspires a veteran to give back
20:53 Children's book memorializes captain's bond with seagull
23:16 Iowa geese who found each other after losing their mates still thriving
25:41 Officers witness remarkable squirrel rescue
27:50 Rescue dog that nobody wanted saves life of new owner
30:20 Porch restaurant caters to chipmunk
32:40 Woman watching barn livestream saves pig from fire
35:19 Boy who was adopted determined to give a home to senior dogs

[@brendahull4910]

I don’t know why I think that I can ever begin watching Steve Hartman segments without first grabbing a tissue.

[@sharistrazz3313]

Ditto! 😊

[@brendaann727]

RITZ....😭😭😭😹😹😹"For eye has not seen, nieiher ear heard, nor entered into the heart of man the things that God has prepared for them that love him."

[@jannabailey6800]

I don't have access to Steve Hartman

[@unexpectedvixen5685]

Same! That poor old cat just broke my heart,I had to get some kleenex

[@charlenemack7040]

I called them happy tears 😊

[@user-je6bg7wr8g]

Animals are my favorite people

[@catherineblinsky674]

We need more of these stories in this world!

[@mitzibud6908]

What a gift Steve H. is to the watching world. Thank you!

[@ArgeologicalMonkeyZone]

Good news about the marathon pet.

[@deliagarcia438]

I was feeling lonely, and these stories lifted me up and filled me with awe and joy! Thank you, Steve Hartman!

[@religiohominilupus5259]

There are so many pets wasting away in shelters or in the streets. If you have it in your heart, you could consider giving one of them a home. You'll never regret it, and chances are you'll never feel lonely again.

[@andybricks576]

@@religiohominilupus5259 Most of us are fully aware of this

[@dmariewalker6880]

Thank you Mr. Hartman for sharing so many wonderful stories, tears flowing like a river here. Sadness, joyful, laughter and love 💗

[@lindacarsonlawrence4982]

@@religiohominilupus5259What you describe here was always my dream…especially for my reclining yrs which I’m now experiencing. I’m an animal lover with dogs being my favorite, resulting in me having one or two as family members at all times. Fast-forward to NOW, I suddenly had a Stroke that left me bedridden/wheelchair bound. Hence, I can’t even very well take care of myself & feel like I’m burden enough without asking others to care for my pet as well. My last little sweetie of almost 13 yrs, died after a serious ailment several yrs ago. I’ve yet to get over it!😢 I wanted to share my issue because, sometimes, people have extenuating circumstances which prevents them from doing certain things…like personally caring for a pet. Let’s remember THAT part!🤔

[@joniweaver646]

never thought id say it but the alligator is adorable

[@M.kunesh]

These stories make me shed a tear every story...

[@intherockies]

Love these stories! Steve Hartman will always be remembered.

[@jannabailey6800]

You know it

[@unexpectedvixen5685]

Did he pass away?!

[@WilliamBonney-gl2qf]

​@@unexpectedvixen5685Hi,thankfully he is still alive. 🙏🙌

[@sandeedobberstine5591]

Shook me up!

[@frankG335]

Steve Hartman has one of the best jobs on earth!

[@lindacarsonlawrence4982]

AND, Steve does a “EXCELLENT” job…always managing to leave me with the quick escape of a SWEET tear.😢

[@bambooblue74]

Misty-eyed for sure after seeing these stories. I’m convinced stories like these will bring humanity back to society. Or at least I hope. Cross species relationships are truly special and not to be taken for granted.

[@lucyannmcwilliams3889]

❤😢😮😅😊😂BEAUTIFUL SHARING. . THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH... GOD BLESS YOU ALL. . 😢😮🎉😂😅😊

[@tipsysmichigander6483]

Laura saving that pig though. What a wonderful woman who went above and beyond at a distance!

[@MurielMacaskill]

I just love all these stories, it just melts my hart.❤😃

[@donnaallgaier-lamberti3933]

I absolutely LOVE that Dexter is in that parade!

[@diannameade495]

God bless that sweet little boy. So sad that his life started out the way it did but what a sweet spirit he has. All of these stories are so terrific.

[@sharistrazz3313]

Kylie & Snowflake are PRICELESS!! The answers to Steve's questions were PURE INNOCENCE! ADORABLY PRECIOUS! ❤

[@almar2957]

Dextor had me in tears and the video is just starting.

[@AFloridaSon]

He actually has a very good life. He has the perfect family to give him the best care and support. He's on KZbin. Dexter Dog Ouray.

[@Marie-vp8rl]

Heart squeezed and tears unleashed!❤😢

[@michelel1852]

In these troubled times it is so uplifting to see videos like this. We need to see more to remind us that we can learn from other creatures we share this planet with and perhaps help heal our hearts. We on this planet are all connected💕❤️☮️🇺🇸

[@deboramccallum3987]

Which is why it tears me apart to see trees destroyed

[@LuvGd2]

Steve, what would we do without your stories? This young man's heart is so loving! Thankyou to his parents, too!

[@Beth-zg6gb]

A misty eyed and full hearted thanks to you, Mr. Hartman! I can’t think of a more heartfelt combo, you and beloved animals! 💕

[@ediebaxter4653]

Last one, got me sad😢. Because a fur baby had to be put down. The kid loved dearly. It is awesome he got adopted. Older children get over looked in foster care system. They end up aging out. Left by themselves. No, kid should feel this way. The stories are heartwarming and I appreciate every one of them. Steve you are awesome story teller. I look forward to your next one. Every one of us, appreciates your stories. Keep up good work and God you. Also, ones in the stories.

[@fowleheidi482]

My heart swells and I cry everytime

[@cathytice6370]

All of these stories made me cry for happiness progressively more each story. But Zippy Chippie's story broke me! My mother had always wanted a horse her entire life, and finally got the chance when she was in her 60's to hug a retired Standardbred mare in her teens. That horse could bloody move, let me tell you... But she didn't want to cart race. After she refused to do what she was bred to do., she was retired and put in a pasture alone for a decade. We had to make a plywood door the night she came home... Then go catch her next door at 2 in the morning. For another decade, she tortured me when I tried to ride her, let kids climb all over her every weekend. We moved my mother to Oregon a long while ago, and we took Kitty Legs along... I was the drover and there was never a problem... Kitty knew she was going home. She died a couple of years ago in the company of friends after a life doing what she wanted. See, she knew she wasn't a racehorse.

[@religiohominilupus5259]

More of these segments please! Not only is Mr. Hartman an excellent narrator, his humor and wit are the icing on the cake of these wonderful stories. We could learn so much from animals. Thanks a bunch for posting these uplifting videos!

[@JuliaKhan-ps3fp]

What a breath of fresh air. We need more of these videos. Love this soooo much and thank you❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ninez2698]

I truly feel that this cute little girl and her duck are twins in their previous lives. ❤️❤️

[@tarawhite4419]

Best kitty ever

[@DCOWBOYS4LIFE]

Steve Hartman always has been the best. Showing the best stories of America.

[@ArgeologicalMonkeyZone]

It is really good especially marathon pet.

[@DCOWBOYS4LIFE]

@@ArgeologicalMonkeyZone for sure. You can't go wrong with the animal stories.

[@johillyard1094]

Wonderful stories ❤️

[@ShirleyDeeDesigns]

Years ago I saw a dead duck on the side of a busy four lane road. Its mate was inconsolable and pacing back and forth. It was the most pitiful sight that I’ll never forget.

[@brendaann727]

😢😢😢 You are very observant & empathetic to notice God's creatures. ❤ Once I saw a mother duck trying to cross the busy 4-lane with her large brood. I wanted to stop & help but I was afraid I would just cause her to bolt into on-coming traffic & get killed. I thought maybe she would figure it out. When I came back by, she was dead on the shoulder & the babies were nowhere in sight. 😭😭😭 "Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father." Matthew 10:29

[@flenzy]

@@brendaann727 Absolutely heartbreaking.

[@maureendrozda9960]

It's Pronounced "YOOO-RAY"...I Need Me One Of Those Aligators! And "Thelonius Monk"....😂😂😂....ALL Of Them - Such Great Stories!....I Cried By The End!!❤️ Thanks, Steve! What A Great Assignment!

[@volvobilbe]

These stories made my heart sing ❤

[@sandrabarnett1499]

Aww I love this SHOW

[@joanrichter1891]

ADORABLE!!! Omgoodness!! and the fact that Steve Hartman couldn’t laughing is also pretty darn funny

[@Mrs.TJTaylor]

Oh my my, Robbie you are a wise little man, and courageous. I’m an older person too and I know just what you mean.

[@cgreen4382]

6-10-24 thank u for the love! My heart has began to thaw!

[@melissadwiggins]

27:28 kind of like that saying, "Character is what you do when no one is looking."

[@sallysprinkle5127]

Thank you for these wonderful stories!!!❤️🐾❤️

[@laurametcalf5351]

Love Steve Hartman!!!

[@kimschubert61]

Such beautifully heartwarming stories. ❤

[@b.visconti1765]

Its my Sunday morning coffee and Steve😅 what could be better..thank you❤️🙏

[@matonasesino4153]

What an excellent idea on how to relax and look forward to facing the week ahead.

[@kathleenmoore4019]

Made me cry.❤

[@AFloridaSon]

I seen Dexter in the thumbnail, and immediately clicked. He was so lucky to have such a great family to love and take care of him.

[@DavidMiller-kf1ss]

Thanks!❤

[@chrislee1096]

Go Dexter

[@delsakelly3510]

Best animal story I have watched. Thank you for the video.

[@flashflame4952]

Fantastic video! Made me smile a lot!!

[@isabellegarcia9205]

Thankyou for these wonderful stoies, made my day.🤧❤

[@IONAPINKMOXIE]

I'M NOT CRYING, YOU'RE CRYING!

[@brendaann727]

It's just the rain....

[@MargaritaCanova]

God bless him 🙏 you can’t feel sorry for yourself when you see him

[@michelleeggers719]

He is so sweet!😊

[@michelleeggers719]

I love Steve so much...oh, and his stories.

[@french2two]

The part where he bolted out of the door reminds me of the story of The Gingerbread Man. "Run, run, run just as fast as you can. You can't catch me I'm the Gingerbread Man!"

[@schmittyconstanz]

One of my all time favorite books!

[@sybilsadie620]

God gave us animals to fill a void My daughter abandoned me when she moved to NZ. She doesn't want me to even visit or phone her. We were the best of friends until she married some crazy guy there. So I got a French poodle and has never laughed so load in my life. She is so adorable. I thought I will never feel like smiling again but a little black fur made me laugh out load. Thank you God for Your beautyful creations. A small light in a big dark world make a BIG difference❤

[@ArgeologicalMonkeyZone]

It is a good day of marathon animal and I also appreciated to the pet coach.

[@joanettemurch9040]

We need more stories about this type of people who also exist

[@catherinebrady2640]

My heart sings with joy from these stories. A must watch.❤❤❤

[@marycollins1631]

These heartwarming stories bring joy to our lives. Thank you for sharing!

[@blancasalonga4089]

Love this animal documentary. Thank you.

[@schmittyconstanz]

Little Robbie is a treasure,just a beautiful soul.These stori s were wonderful,thankyou Steve Hartman

[@gf4453]

What a beautiful collection of stories. Thanks for putting it together.

[@billimathias3097]

These clips of awesome animals and incredible people filled my heart with so much joy. Thank you!

[@user-sr5kg4cb1x]

Wonderful story ❤️

[@susanshestok2386]

Steve Hartman has the best job ever!! Keep finding these wonderful American stories.

[@victoriaknox9623]

These are precious stories. Thank you 🩵💜💙

[@user-ts3mi4zk2n]

Whenever you hear Steve Hartmans name, that signature voice... you know a wonderful stories coming !...These stories are proof positive.🐕.... Thanks, Steve !....🥰

[@c.l.montoya2972]

Each and every story here is so wonderful, heartfelt and true❤️ Thank you! We need these stories.🙏🏽

[@marilynrowland5197]

Such a wonderful compilation of stories! I enjoyed each and every one! Thank you, Steve Hartman!

[@kimberlysauber5601]

Crying through this whole video…. Heartwarming. ❤

[@KSarah369]

Thank you Steve Hartman and CBS News. This is by far THE BEST news reporting I have seen in years. The love to and from an animal is one of our greatest blessings. Thank you for placing value in this fact such that you made it a newsworthy report. Hope it continues, I’ll be looking for it again 😊

[@MargieB51]

Squirrel story gave me chills

[@flenzy]

The little girl who lost her father and the jogger. Heartbreaking and yet heartwarming story. What a wonderful new friendship they have.

[@deniseparker6346]

This is one of the best animal videos I have ever seen! Steve, you do such a great job as host! Well done.

[@natashamurphy9736]

I love the last story little Robbie breaks my heart he ever felt not loved.

[@lizxxx5543]

Thats awesome. Im glad the pet parents never gave up. Theyre family.

[@user-kh8bg3ye2i]

Lloveable story beautifull Cat and Thanks GOD returned him Home Congratulations Owner❤❤❤

[@lilianareyes7502]

Really liked this program of animals. Especially the last part with that boy who liked having the old dogs. This was also funny & cute!.

[@Untilthenstaykind]

❤❤❤❤

[@marilynspriggs5350]

Steve Hartman thank you for these wonderful stories about how animals show us so much kindness, joy and love. They teach us too. I laughed and cried and was also amazed. 😀❤️

[@theresaann7388]

How amazing. I couldn't imagine what those long years were like wondering., And waiting. You must have been heart broken. I share you're sadness. I'm glad he will finish out the rest of his good days at home with family.. God bless. Teresa

[@brendaann727]

He is finally home!. My son & I moved to an apartment briefly and the same thing happened to our kitty. He slipped out & I put up ads. 6 months later someone found him about 5 miles away. I cried tears of joy. It was a miracle because we were going through a rough time & that area had tons of traffic. Then he got out AGAIN... & that time no one found him. 😭😭😭 But I'm really happy for those people, I can imagine how thrilled they must have been to get him back! Happy tears for sure!😹

[@lasvegas150]

Wow the boy that like to adopt a senior dog makes me cry I'm so glad he finally find a good parents who really cares for him❤❤❤

[@leegruver4718]

Thank you for this CBS. It helps to make up for the news.

[@BarbaraEMarshallCampbell]

What an amazing determined dog .😮

[@bluejay8047]

LOVE Steve Hartman stories & this critter compilation just made my day. Thank you so much.

[@blessedbeyondmeasure5070]

❤ Dexter is a happy and loved pet

[@tammythomas851]

This was the best video ever!

[@user-uz4in3do1d]

Love your stories Steve Hartman 🎉

[@judithmcvicker6532]

I absolutely LOVE the segments with Steve Hartman ❤

[@sandrakelly6839]

The best news cast i have ever watched. Thank you.

[@kynasnyder7646]

Just adorable. Wonderful stories to heal the heart.

[@stephaniepiazzese2602]

Telling you,,, never give up. ❤❤❤❤

[@lyncressler2608]

Oh my goodness ... I'm just crying it's so wonderful ❤😢

[@fletchkeilman2205]

The lady (Laura) that saved the pig is stunningly beautiful, AND she has a heart of gold, coupled with a love for animals. If I was that farm owner, I would make it a point to see if she was single. That was a "one in a million" chance encounter, quite literally.

[@Irishrose18]

Oh my goodness, my eyes are sweating!

[@thenightporter]

I just love Steve Hartman and his stories. They lift me up.

[@donnacorley2003]

Soo glad, happy, & delighted that Ritz is back. ❤ There's an animal chiropractor that may be able to help Ritz!!

[@stephenhenson2819]

I love it!! ❤ ❤

[@lydiagonzales6841]

Thank you for all the heart warming stories. ❤😊

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

Thank You!

[@JayP-kd5rc]

What wonderful stories. Thank you!