Why My Pet Is a Blessing

Why My Pet Is a Blessing

Beliefnet readers share anecdotes and photos of their furry best friends.

Barnyard animals take center stage in "Charlotte's Web," a story about an unlikely friendship between a pig and a spider. Pets often hold a special place in our hearts as loving companions, best friends, and even lifesavers. Click below to open a gallery of amazing true stories about Beliefnet readers' favorite animal companions.

For more inspiration from animals, find out what Dakota Fanning, Steve Buscemi, and other stars of "Charlotte's Web" learned from their first pets and visit our "Charlotte's Web" page for quizzes, movie clips, and more.