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.

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.

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
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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.

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.

Dog of the Day: Star
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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.

Peanut the squirrel seized, euthanized in NY state raid; Elon Musk reacts

The news has sparked widespread backlash, with even Elon Musk weighing in after retweeting a post that urged, “The government should leave people and their animals alone."

Instagram-famous pet squirrel Peanut seized by authorities in New York

Based on Peanut’s Instagram account, he's clearly no ordinary squirrel. He knows how to jump with precision, wears a trendy cowboy hat, and even eats waffles.