Happy birthday, Moo Deng: The world's favorite pygmy hippo turns 1
Moo Deng, the world’s favorite pygmy hippo, just turned 1, and thousands of fans from across the globe traveled to Thailand to celebrate with her.
Moo Deng, the world’s favorite pygmy hippo, just turned 1, and thousands of fans from across the globe traveled to Thailand to celebrate with her.
Over 120 pets flown to Fort Worth from Central Texas flood zone
Over 120 pets displaced by devastating Central Texas floods were flown to Fort Worth by Wings of Rescue. The operation aimed to create space in overwhelmed shelters near the flood zones.
Over 120 pets displaced by devastating Central Texas floods were flown to Fort Worth by Wings of Rescue. The operation aimed to create space in overwhelmed shelters near the flood zones.
Bear surprised by motion-activated sprinkler: Video
A black bear got quite the surprise when it activated a sprinkler in a yard in Minnesota. The hilarious moment was caught on video.
A black bear got quite the surprise when it activated a sprinkler in a yard in Minnesota. The hilarious moment was caught on video.
Memorial fund created for 8-year-old Dallas flood victim Eloise Peck, honoring her love for animals
A memorial fund has been established in memory of 8-year-old Eloise Peck, a Dallas child tragically killed in the Central Texas floods. Donations are dedicated to her passion for animals.
A memorial fund has been established in memory of 8-year-old Eloise Peck, a Dallas child tragically killed in the Central Texas floods. Donations are dedicated to her passion for animals.
U.S. plans to drop millions of flies over Texas and Mexico to fight flesh-eating maggots
The federal government plans to combat flesh-eating maggots threatening U.S. livestock by dropping millions of sterile flies from airplanes over Texas and Mexico.
The federal government plans to combat flesh-eating maggots threatening U.S. livestock by dropping millions of sterile flies from airplanes over Texas and Mexico.
North Texas Wildlife Center given 60 days to find new home or close
The North Texas Wildlife Center faces closure in 60 days if it can't find a new, larger location to support its rapidly increasing rescue efforts for injured and orphaned wild animals.
The North Texas Wildlife Center faces closure in 60 days if it can't find a new, larger location to support its rapidly increasing rescue efforts for injured and orphaned wild animals.
Texas passes new veterinary bills into law
Two new laws will soon enhance the regulatory authority of the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.
Two new laws will soon enhance the regulatory authority of the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.
Stolen German Shepard puppy found, suspect arrested in McKinney
A stolen German Shepherd puppy has been safely recovered in McKinney, and the suspect is in police custody.
A stolen German Shepherd puppy has been safely recovered in McKinney, and the suspect is in police custody.
California firefighters rescue 8 puppies from blaze
Firefighters found "eight little pups" hiding in a den as they extinguished a brush fire in Southern California this week.
Firefighters found "eight little pups" hiding in a den as they extinguished a brush fire in Southern California this week.
Pet of the day: Bailey
If you are interested in adopting this sweet girl, visit spca.org or call (214) 742-7722.
If you are interested in adopting this sweet girl, visit spca.org or call (214) 742-7722.
North Texas animal rescue operator arrested, 66 animals found in 'deplorable conditions'
A Van Zandt County judge has awarded the SPCA of Texas custody of 66 animals rescued from a property in Eustace, Texas on Wednesday. The organization was also awarded over $22,000 in restitution.
A Van Zandt County judge has awarded the SPCA of Texas custody of 66 animals rescued from a property in Eustace, Texas on Wednesday. The organization was also awarded over $22,000 in restitution.
Hortmans trained service dogs for veterans at local nonprofit
The Hortmans were big on community service before their tragic and untimely deaths.
The Hortmans were big on community service before their tragic and untimely deaths.
Pet of the day: Moose
If you are interested in adopting Moose, visit spca.org or call (214) 742-7722.
If you are interested in adopting Moose, visit spca.org or call (214) 742-7722.
Dog of the Day: Elle Marie
A calm and sweet 6-year-old dog is looking for a new home. Elle Marie is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
A calm and sweet 6-year-old dog is looking for a new home. Elle Marie is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
101 dogs saved from puppy mill, and no they're not dalmatians
Some of the breeds of the rescued dogs included Pomeranians, Yorkshire terriers and “doodle" mixes.
Some of the breeds of the rescued dogs included Pomeranians, Yorkshire terriers and “doodle" mixes.
15-foot python captured outside Garland home
Animal control officers captured a 15-foot python that reportedly terrorized people in a Garland neighborhood.
Animal control officers captured a 15-foot python that reportedly terrorized people in a Garland neighborhood.
Bexar County Sheriff investigates after horse found dead, bound with tow strap
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is hoping the public can help find those responsible for the death and cruelty of a horse.
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is hoping the public can help find those responsible for the death and cruelty of a horse.
Watch: Runaway pet zebra airlifted after great escape in Tennessee
Ed the pet zebra made quite a splash in his new town, running away a day after his arrival. Video shows him being airlifted by helicopter after he was found Sunday.
Ed the pet zebra made quite a splash in his new town, running away a day after his arrival. Video shows him being airlifted by helicopter after he was found Sunday.
Black bear spotted at North Texas gas station
A black bear has been spotted in Fannin County, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials confirm.
A black bear has been spotted in Fannin County, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials confirm.


















