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Technology is bridging the gap between humans and some of our closest cousins - and keeping them engaged with apps on an iPad. One of the favorite apps used by the primates is one where they can play the drums and cymbals. NBC's Tom Costello reports. (TODAY)

TODAY contributor Bobbie Thomas has two adorable models show off "headbands of hope," sales of which contribute to cancer research, and stuffed toys that come with a magic wand to help you find them, wherever they might be hidden. (TODAY)

Three adorable pooches and two sweet cats, all left homeless by superstorm Sandy, get pampered and made over in the hopes of finding them new, loving homes. (TODAY)

Jaguars, condors and polar bears celebrated Halloween at California's San Diego Zoo with specially made treats for the animals. TODAY.com's Alex Witt reports. (TODAY)

The actress best known for her demonic role in "The Exorcist" has become an angel to homeless dogs, creating a peaceful home in the mountains of Southern California for 75 dogs who otherwise wouldn't have anywhere to go. TODAY's animal advocate Jill Rappaport reports. (TODAY)

In honor of summer, David Mizejewski of the National Wildlife Federation shows off creatures that live in some of the hottest, driest places on the planet, including a camel and a Hamadrayas baboon. (TODAY)

An Australian zoo creates animal prints to kick off the "Make Your Mark" campaign, a new wildlife conservation project. TODAY.com's Dara Brown reports. (TODAY)

Things got a little exciting in Studio 1A when Joey the kangaroo ran loose, baby owls took flight and a porcupine snuck up behind Savannah Guthrie and Natalie Morales. (TODAY)

Julie Scardina, Seaworld and Busch Gardens animal ambassador, introduces the TODAY team to a host of cute furry and feathered friends, including a baby kangaroo and pint-size screech owls. (TODAY)