Virginia company that bred beagles for research to pay historic $35M fine
A company that bred beagles for medical research agreed Monday to pay a record $35 million as part of a criminal plea admitting it neglected thousands of dogs at its breeding facility in rural Virginia.
A company that bred beagles for medical research agreed Monday to pay a record $35 million as part of a criminal plea admitting it neglected thousands of dogs at its breeding facility in rural Virginia.
Millions of chickens killed after fire breaks out on Illinois farm
A devastating fire erupted Wednesday evening at the Wabash Valley Produce facility in Farina, Illinois, resulting in the deaths of millions of chickens.
A devastating fire erupted Wednesday evening at the Wabash Valley Produce facility in Farina, Illinois, resulting in the deaths of millions of chickens.
100 homeless animals to be moved after Denton County shelter floods
A North Texas animal shelter dealing with overcrowding and storm damage is getting help from other animal groups.
A North Texas animal shelter dealing with overcrowding and storm damage is getting help from other animal groups.
Bald eaglet returned to White Rock Lake
A bald eaglet who fell out of its nest at White Rock Lake during Tuesday morning's storms has been reunited with its parents.
A bald eaglet who fell out of its nest at White Rock Lake during Tuesday morning's storms has been reunited with its parents.
Charlotte the pregnant stingray has a 'reproductive disease,' aquarium says
Charlotte the stingray, initially believed to be pregnant without a male companion, was found by a North Carolina aquarium to have a rare reproductive disease affecting her health.
Charlotte the stingray, initially believed to be pregnant without a male companion, was found by a North Carolina aquarium to have a rare reproductive disease affecting her health.
Where are mail carriers bit the most by dogs? USPS shares top cities, states
When it comes to dog bites on postal workers, some U.S. cities and states rank higher than others. Here’s what the USPS wants dog owners to know.
When it comes to dog bites on postal workers, some U.S. cities and states rank higher than others. Here’s what the USPS wants dog owners to know.
Bald eagle's nest at White Rock Lake displaced in storm, one eaglet missing
The Dallas Park and Recreation Department says that almost two-thirds of the family's nest, located at Lake Highlands and N Buckner Boulevard, was destroyed.
The Dallas Park and Recreation Department says that almost two-thirds of the family's nest, located at Lake Highlands and N Buckner Boulevard, was destroyed.
Giant pandas returning to DC’s National Zoo
Two new giant pandas are coming to D.C.’s National Zoo from China. The Smithsonian's National Zoo made the announcement Wednesday, a little more than six months after sending its three pandas back to China.
Two new giant pandas are coming to D.C.’s National Zoo from China. The Smithsonian's National Zoo made the announcement Wednesday, a little more than six months after sending its three pandas back to China.
BARK Air completes its first cross-country dog flight with tickets costing $6,000 for pet and owner
BARK, the company that makes BarkBoxes, completed its first-ever BARK Air "white paw experience" flight from Westchester County Airport outside of New York City to Los Angeles’ Van Nuys airport.
BARK, the company that makes BarkBoxes, completed its first-ever BARK Air "white paw experience" flight from Westchester County Airport outside of New York City to Los Angeles’ Van Nuys airport.
Family infected with parasitic worms from undercooked black bear meat, CDC reports
Several family members, including some from Minnesota, were infected with parasitic worm larvae after sharing a meal with black bear meat, a recent report from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says.
Several family members, including some from Minnesota, were infected with parasitic worm larvae after sharing a meal with black bear meat, a recent report from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says.
Dog of the Day: Izzy
A playful, 2-year-old dog who loves to explore is looking for a new home. Izzy is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
A playful, 2-year-old dog who loves to explore is looking for a new home. Izzy is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Ultra-rare fish, almost never seen by humans, washes up on Oregon coast for first time
A unique deep-sea angler fish washed up on an Oregon beach for the first time in recorded history, according to a local aquarium.
A unique deep-sea angler fish washed up on an Oregon beach for the first time in recorded history, according to a local aquarium.
PETA urges Peppa Pig theme park in North Richland Hills to only serve vegan food
PETA says serving animal-based products at the Peppa Pig park would leave the show's young fans "horrified."
PETA says serving animal-based products at the Peppa Pig park would leave the show's young fans "horrified."
Dallas Animals Services: Foster families needed for kittens and adult cats
DAS says for the first time in a long time, their cat capacity percentage (155%) is higher than the dog capacity percentage (136%).
DAS says for the first time in a long time, their cat capacity percentage (155%) is higher than the dog capacity percentage (136%).
Paralyzed cat in Texas up for adoption seeks 'her person' for cuddles and care
The cat sometimes uses a wheelchair, but she is also capable of "scooting" (and even climbing) around on her own. And despite her extremely traumatic injury, "Shrimp is happy and healthy" — and only requires a little more care than a typical cat.
The cat sometimes uses a wheelchair, but she is also capable of "scooting" (and even climbing) around on her own. And despite her extremely traumatic injury, "Shrimp is happy and healthy" — and only requires a little more care than a typical cat.
Dog that cried 'endlessly' at shelter gets good news
An Indiana shelter shared a touching video of Major making the rounds to get goodbye pats and cuddles from staff before walking out the door with his new family.
An Indiana shelter shared a touching video of Major making the rounds to get goodbye pats and cuddles from staff before walking out the door with his new family.
Dog of the Day: Gemma
An energetic and loving dog is looking for a new home. Gemma is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
An energetic and loving dog is looking for a new home. Gemma is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Woman driving in Dallas surprised by snake slithering out of hood
Dallas County sheriff's deputies had an experience to remember on Saturday when a woman pulled up saying she had a snake on her car.
Dallas County sheriff's deputies had an experience to remember on Saturday when a woman pulled up saying she had a snake on her car.
Angie Harmon sues Instacart driver who allegedly shot and killed her dog
Angie Harmon sued the Instacart driver she claimed shot and killed her dog during a delivery in late March.
Angie Harmon sued the Instacart driver she claimed shot and killed her dog during a delivery in late March.
Kaufman County sheriff won't release outcome of investigation after deputy shoots family dog
The Kaufman County Sheriff's Office says it finished an investigation into whether a deputy acted properly when he shot and killed a dog while responding to a domestic call. However, the sheriff’s office would not reveal whether that deputy was punished and is withholding the results from the public.
The Kaufman County Sheriff's Office says it finished an investigation into whether a deputy acted properly when he shot and killed a dog while responding to a domestic call. However, the sheriff’s office would not reveal whether that deputy was punished and is withholding the results from the public.