Dog of the Day: Merlot
An 8-year-old dog who is always up for adventure is looking for a new home. Merlot is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Fort Worth animal shelter to hold 'Home for the PAW-lidays' adoption drive
Next Thursday, adoption fees will be waived, and each adopter will receive a special gift bag.
2025 TSA Canine Calendar: Meet the dogs
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, if you’re a dog lover.
Police seek suspect after dog is thrown from car window, euthanized after broken spine
Police in Commerce City, Colorado, are searching for the individual who threw a dog from a car window on November 23, causing a broken spine.
New monster tarantula species is 'hairy giant among dwarves'
Biologists have discovered a new tarantula species in Cuba that is bigger and hairier than other spiders in its genus.
Dallas game warden investigating coyote shootings in Lochwood neighborhood
Authorities are trying to determine if a vigilante is shooting coyotes or if they have nefarious motives. Just last month, a homeowner said a bullet went through the front window of his house.
Virginia father dies in New York plane crash while transporting rescue dogs
A Virginia father known for his dedication to rescuing animals and flying died Sunday in a plane crash in New York.
2 Minnesota turkeys pardoned by President Joe Biden
Two turkeys named Peach and Blossom from Minnesota have been pardoned by President Joe Biden.
Dallas shelter at 140% capacity, extends adoption hours this Saturday
The Dallas animal shelter is 140% full going into the holidays. It's even more of a problem right now because part of the shelter will soon be closed as the floors are resurfaced.
Animal shelter asks for help after man surrenders nearly 1,000 mice
The mice are continuing to multiply and the animal shelter is asking for the public’s help.
North Carolina dog's search for love after owners killed in Helene ends in joy amidst life's darkest hours
A beagle named Moose survived the devastation of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina after his owners died. Despite facing trauma, he found love and healing with a foster family.
Video: Missing wallaby captured in Kentucky after days on the lam
Home security video showed the missing marsupial darting through the streets of Chavies, Kentucky.
Godley dog attack sends 1 victim to the hospital
Officials in the Johnson County town of Godley are investigating a dog attack.
Another mountain lion spotted in Plano alleyway
Plano officials said the animal was captured on a homeowner’s security camera on Friday night.
Horrifically matted dog get a new look and a new home
One of the most matted dogs Dallas Animal Services has ever picked up is now enjoying life in Murphy. The pup originally named Noah now has a new look and a loving home.
Pet of the Day: Meet Star
An energetic, 5-year-old dog who loves the outdoors is looking for a new home. Star is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
See it: Butter the lucky horse beats the odds in dramatic 60-foot well rescue
"We were all amazed she came out without any major trauma," Riverside County Animal Services veterinarian Dr. Itzel Vizcarra said.
Escaped monkeys update: 1 safe, 42 still loose
Officials say one of 43 monkeys bred for medical research that escaped a compound in South Carolina has been recovered unharmed.
Frisco Mountain Lion: Camera spots big cat in homeowner's backyard
Mountain lions can move dozens of miles a day. There’s no established population of mountain lions in North Texas, making this sighting extremely rare.
Escaped monkeys update: They're ‘having an adventure’
On Wednesday, 43 monkeys escaped from a primate research facility in South Carolina.