Study finds yet another benefit of having a dog in the family
A large new study finds that early-life exposure to dogs may reduce the genetic risk of developing eczema in children, offering more evidence of the health benefits of having a pet.
A large new study finds that early-life exposure to dogs may reduce the genetic risk of developing eczema in children, offering more evidence of the health benefits of having a pet.
Rising pet care costs find many owners unprepared, study shows
More pet owners are opting to invest in wellness plans and pet insurance for their furry family members, adding to their annual pet care costs.
More pet owners are opting to invest in wellness plans and pet insurance for their furry family members, adding to their annual pet care costs.
Rabbit v. squirrel: The adorable showdown we've all been waiting for
A Texas woman did not expect the ruckus that ensued when a squirrel and a rabbit both had eyes on food she'd scattered about.
A Texas woman did not expect the ruckus that ensued when a squirrel and a rabbit both had eyes on food she'd scattered about.
'She knew to save me': Alaska woman says dog died protecting her from moose attack
An Alaska woman is grieving the loss of her 15-year-old dog, Daisy, who died protecting her during a violent moose attack.
An Alaska woman is grieving the loss of her 15-year-old dog, Daisy, who died protecting her during a violent moose attack.
One of Big Bear’s bald eaglets has officially left the nest
Big Bear's beloved bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow, are a step closer to becoming empty nesters after one of their two female eaglets took her first flight from the nest.
Big Bear's beloved bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow, are a step closer to becoming empty nesters after one of their two female eaglets took her first flight from the nest.
Here's how to spot and treat allergies in dogs and cats
As spring continues, veterinarians report a rise in pet allergies, with most cases triggered by environmental factors like pollen, grasses, and fleas, while others stem from food sensitivities.
As spring continues, veterinarians report a rise in pet allergies, with most cases triggered by environmental factors like pollen, grasses, and fleas, while others stem from food sensitivities.
Florida bear takes dip in Gulf, then power naps in condo lobby
The Naples Police Department had an unusual call to report to on Friday.
The Naples Police Department had an unusual call to report to on Friday.
Denali's live sled dog cam is back with 5 adorable new puppies
Denali's sled dogs work with mushing rangers to patrol the park's 2 million acres of designated wilderness.
Denali's sled dogs work with mushing rangers to patrol the park's 2 million acres of designated wilderness.
Deputies try laser pointer on bobcat in Colorado home: ‘Cats are all the same’
When a bobcat wandered into a Colorado home and perched on a shelf, deputies tried to coax it down with a laser pointer—only for the wild feline to ignore the classic cat trick.
When a bobcat wandered into a Colorado home and perched on a shelf, deputies tried to coax it down with a laser pointer—only for the wild feline to ignore the classic cat trick.
South Carolina infant rescued from filthy home infested with animals, some dead
Police in Honea Path, South Carolina, discovered an infant living in horrifying conditions after responding to a welfare report.
Police in Honea Path, South Carolina, discovered an infant living in horrifying conditions after responding to a welfare report.
Snake pops out of car hood during Missouri mom’s drive
A Missouri woman got a surprise when a coachwhip snake popped out of her car hood while she was driving her son to baseball practice.
A Missouri woman got a surprise when a coachwhip snake popped out of her car hood while she was driving her son to baseball practice.
Thousands of chicks up for adoption after being abandoned in truck in Delaware
It was a rough and terrifying start for these baby birds, but now they are hoping to find a safe and happy forever home.
It was a rough and terrifying start for these baby birds, but now they are hoping to find a safe and happy forever home.
Cat used to smuggle drugs into Costa Rican prison, video shows
Authorities in Costa Rica say a cat was used in an attempt to smuggle drugs into a prison in Pococí earlier this month.
Authorities in Costa Rica say a cat was used in an attempt to smuggle drugs into a prison in Pococí earlier this month.
Zoo's 'curious' Komodo dragon ingests shoe thrown into exhibit: 'Please do not feed them shoes'
A curious Komodo dragon ate a Croc shoe at the Memphis zoo after a guest threw it into their exhibit.
A curious Komodo dragon ate a Croc shoe at the Memphis zoo after a guest threw it into their exhibit.
Alligator made famous in ‘Happy Gilmore’ dies at more than 80 years old
The gator was known for his work in popular films such as Happy Gilmore. He has been at a sanctuary in Colorado since his retirement in 2006.
The gator was known for his work in popular films such as Happy Gilmore. He has been at a sanctuary in Colorado since his retirement in 2006.
Boxer caught on camera saving French bulldog having seizure
A surveillance video revealed a touching moment as a Boxer named Reggie saved his seizing French bulldog friend, Yogi.
A surveillance video revealed a touching moment as a Boxer named Reggie saved his seizing French bulldog friend, Yogi.
People prefer spending time with pets over loved ones when stressed, survey says
Dogs (or just pets in general) truly are man’s best friends.
Dogs (or just pets in general) truly are man’s best friends.
Young spider monkey rescued from home in Vallejo
The 18-month-old animal, now named Violeta, was examined by the Oakland Zoo's Veterinary Hospital, where she was found to be in decent health.
The 18-month-old animal, now named Violeta, was examined by the Oakland Zoo's Veterinary Hospital, where she was found to be in decent health.
Screwworm threat forces US to halt cattle imports from Mexico: What to know
The U.S. has suspended imports of live cattle from Mexico amid the threat of a flesh-eating maggot known as the New World screwworm (NWS).
The U.S. has suspended imports of live cattle from Mexico amid the threat of a flesh-eating maggot known as the New World screwworm (NWS).
Baby seal stabbed on Oregon coast; search for suspect underway
The baby seal survived the attack which occurred in March.
The baby seal survived the attack which occurred in March.