74 birds seized from cockfight in Van Zandt County, SPCA of Texas awarded custody
On Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, the SPCA of Texas and the Van Zandt County Sheriff's Office seized 74 birds from a rural property near Edgewood, Texas in Van Zandt County where a cockfight was in progress.
On Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, the SPCA of Texas and the Van Zandt County Sheriff's Office seized 74 birds from a rural property near Edgewood, Texas in Van Zandt County where a cockfight was in progress.
Scam Alert: Owners of lost pets being targeted
Dallas Police are warning residents of the latest scam, and some residents of Dallas are being targeted. Police say a telephone scammer is targeting residents who post their lost pets to PawBoost.
Dallas Police are warning residents of the latest scam, and some residents of Dallas are being targeted. Police say a telephone scammer is targeting residents who post their lost pets to PawBoost.
Dog of the Day: Gator
A friendly, 2-year-old dog is looking for a new home. Gator is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
A friendly, 2-year-old dog is looking for a new home. Gator is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Fat Bear Week 2024: Grazer takes the crown after confronting her cub’s killer
In an emotional turn of events, Grazer won the 2024 Fat Bear Week contest, defeating Chunk, the bear that killed her cub earlier this summer. Fans from around the world cast over 40,000 votes in this Alaskan wildlife competition.
In an emotional turn of events, Grazer won the 2024 Fat Bear Week contest, defeating Chunk, the bear that killed her cub earlier this summer. Fans from around the world cast over 40,000 votes in this Alaskan wildlife competition.
Raccoon crisis averted: WA woman stops feeding animals, they clear out
A group of more than 100 raccoons surrounding a Poulsbo woman’s home will not be euthanized, as they have started to disperse after the woman stopped feeding them.
A group of more than 100 raccoons surrounding a Poulsbo woman’s home will not be euthanized, as they have started to disperse after the woman stopped feeding them.
5% of Texans believe they could beat a bear in a fight, survey shows
A new survey shows just how many Texans believe they could hold their own in a fight against different wild animal.
A new survey shows just how many Texans believe they could hold their own in a fight against different wild animal.
Grand Champion steer crowned at Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction
Jade Stone, a senior at Stanton High School, was the proud winner of the Grand Champion steer competition at the 76th Annual Bix Tex Youth Livestock Auction at the Texas State Fair.
Jade Stone, a senior at Stanton High School, was the proud winner of the Grand Champion steer competition at the 76th Annual Bix Tex Youth Livestock Auction at the Texas State Fair.
Dog of the Day: Nutmeg
A 5-year-old, four-legged friend is hoping to find her forever home. Nutmug is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
A 5-year-old, four-legged friend is hoping to find her forever home. Nutmug is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Dolphins smile at each other while playing, study says
Dolphins are actually smiling at each other when they open their mouths while playing with one another, according to a recent study out of Italy.
Dolphins are actually smiling at each other when they open their mouths while playing with one another, according to a recent study out of Italy.
Joshua the goat escapes pumpkin patch to join town's half-marathon
Joshua’s owner didn’t know he was running in the competition until she saw photos circulating on social media of him with the runners.
Joshua’s owner didn’t know he was running in the competition until she saw photos circulating on social media of him with the runners.
It’s a boy! Fort Worth Zoo welcomes first male mandrill in nearly 30 years
The Fort Worth Zoo is celebrating the birth of its first male mandrill in almost three decades. Meet Jasper, a baby mandrill born on Sept. 13, 2024.
The Fort Worth Zoo is celebrating the birth of its first male mandrill in almost three decades. Meet Jasper, a baby mandrill born on Sept. 13, 2024.
Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star: Meet these other adorable animals stealing hearts
Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star! Discover other adorable animals like Pesto the penguin, Rocky the orangutan, and Fiona the hippo who are capturing hearts worldwide with their unique charm and lovable antics.
Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star! Discover other adorable animals like Pesto the penguin, Rocky the orangutan, and Fiona the hippo who are capturing hearts worldwide with their unique charm and lovable antics.
Lake Dallas permanently closes its animal shelter
The Lake Dallas Animal Shelter closed its doors for good at noon on Monday. A sign on the front door says there are no animals to adopt.
The Lake Dallas Animal Shelter closed its doors for good at noon on Monday. A sign on the front door says there are no animals to adopt.
Reunion Tower to turn off its lights at night in October and November
Part of the Downtown Dallas skyline will be dark overnight during the month of October and November for a very good reason.
Part of the Downtown Dallas skyline will be dark overnight during the month of October and November for a very good reason.
Pet of the day: Hank
If you want to adopt Hank or any other pets go to the SPCA of Texas website at spca.org or call 214-742-7722.
If you want to adopt Hank or any other pets go to the SPCA of Texas website at spca.org or call 214-742-7722.
Man allegedly trying to cremate his dog sparks Colorado wildfire, officials say
The partially burned remains of a dog were found during officials' investigations into the cause of the fire.
The partially burned remains of a dog were found during officials' investigations into the cause of the fire.
Moo Deng, the baby pygmy hippo, sparks viral makeup trend
Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo from Thailand, has inspired a viral makeup trend featuring glossy skin and soft pink blush. TikTok creators are recreating the look, making the hippo a sensation in the beauty world.
Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo from Thailand, has inspired a viral makeup trend featuring glossy skin and soft pink blush. TikTok creators are recreating the look, making the hippo a sensation in the beauty world.
Pet food recalled over possible salmonella, listeria contamination
Several dog food products from Answers Pet Food have been recalled after FDA testing revealed the presence of salmonella and listeria. Both pets and humans are at risk of illness, prompting safety precautions and disposal instructions for consumers.
Several dog food products from Answers Pet Food have been recalled after FDA testing revealed the presence of salmonella and listeria. Both pets and humans are at risk of illness, prompting safety precautions and disposal instructions for consumers.
DRAMATIC VIDEO: 8 escaped rodeo bulls run through crowd, into town
Eight bulls escaped a rodeo in North Attleboro, Massachusetts Sunday, and one is still missing.
Eight bulls escaped a rodeo in North Attleboro, Massachusetts Sunday, and one is still missing.
Rhino undergoes world's 1st surgery for fractured leg at England’s Knowsley Safari
A young rhino named Amara at England’s Knowsley Safari recently underwent the world's first surgery for a fractured leg.
A young rhino named Amara at England’s Knowsley Safari recently underwent the world's first surgery for a fractured leg.