These are the top puppy names by state

In honor of National Puppy Day on March 23, a new study reveals the top puppy names by state.

Florida woman allegedly drowned dog in airport bathroom after pet denied boarding, police say

A Florida woman allegedly drowned her dog in an airport bathroom after she was told she could not board her flight with the pet because she didn't have the proper paperwork, an official arrest affidavit shows.

Weatherford man who stomped on kittens’ heads, tortured and killed them faces 40 years in prison

The former animal shelter employee told police detectives that he tortured the kittens out of anger and frustration from having a newborn that would not sleep at home and being unable to watch pornography, which he was addicted to.

Dogs of science; Wisconsin puppy mill could face criminal charges

A factory farm west of Madison that breeds beagle puppies for use in scientific experiments is facing both criminal and disciplinary investigations for mistreatment of animals.

50 Rottweilers and other dogs rescued in Watauga animal cruelty case

“The conditions that the animals were being held in were some of the worst that my animal services people have ever seen," the police chief said.

Pet of the day: Leesha
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If you are interested in adopting Leesha, visit spca.org or call (214) 742-7722.

Pet of the day: Maddox
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If you are interested in adopting Maddox, visit spca.org or call (214) 742-7722.

Dog of the Day: Sophia
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A friendly dog who loves to make new friends is looking for a new home. Sophia is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.

Capybaras return to the Dallas Zoo

The Dallas Zoo is celebrating the addition of three new capybaras. Velero, Atziri and Piquiri recently arrived from the San Diego Zoo.

Watch: Firefighters save goat stranded on 5th-floor ledge in Spain

Firefighters in Madrid rescued a goat stranded on a fifth-floor window ledge using carrots and lettuce to lure it to safety.

Pet of the day: Eclipse
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If you are interested in adopting Eclipse, visit spca.org or call (214) 742-7722.

See the rare ‘doomsday’ fish that washed up in Mexico

A rare oarfish, often called the "doomsday fish," was spotted in Mexico—just days after another deep-sea creature, a deep-sea anglerfish, made a rare appearance in daylight.

Pet of the Day: Cindy
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If you're interested in adopting Cindy visit spca.org or call (214) 742-7722.

What does it take to raise my own backyard chickens?

Soaring egg prices have had some people considering raising chickens of their own. If that's you, there are some things you should know.

Plano bat tests positive for rabies

Plano residents are being warned about rabies after a bat in the city tested positive for the deadly virus.