11-foot, 750-pound alligator seized from New York home

The 11-foot gator's owner reportedly allowed members of the public to get into a pool and pet the "unsecured" reptile.

Dog of the Day: Allister
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A friendly, 2-year-old Dog is looking for a new home. Allister is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.

Study reveals dogs can relieve stress, improve concentration in humans

A recent study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that certain activities might enhance individuals' brainwave patterns linked to rest and relaxation.

Watch: Wildlife rehabber wears fox mask to feed rescued kit

Adorable video from a Virginia wildlife rescue center shows just how hard they work to make sure wild animals don't associate humans with food.

Dog of the Day: Babette
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An older dog who hasn't lost a step is looking for a new home. Babette is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.

Meet Taki: 3-year-old Arizona pup looking for forever home after 640+ days in shelter

3-year-old Taki has spent most of his young life in a shelter. The Arizona Animal Welfare League says he's looking for his forever home and already comes with some skills that would make him a wonderful addition to your home.

Colorado dog missing for 10 days found trapped in snow just feet from home

On the morning of Feb. 22, Pepper, a 6-year-old Bernese/black lab mix, went missing from her home in Blue River, Colorado. After an expansive search, Pepper was found 10 days later not far from where she went missing.

Pets of the Day: Tia and Tamara
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A pair of sister cats are looking for a new home together. Tia and Tamara are today's SPCA of Texas Pets of the Day.

Grapevine man tortured and starved dog, police say

A Grapevine man is facing animal cruelty charges for allegedly abusing a dog and starving it to death.

Runaway horses gallop alongside drivers on Ohio highway

In Cleveland, Ohio, a peculiar traffic jam unfolded on March 2 when a pair of runaway horses galloped alongside vehicles on a local highway. T

Pet of the Day: Nikolai
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A furry feline friend who loves to be cuddled is looking for his forever home. Nikolai is today's SPCA of Texas Pet of the Day.

Legally blind student defies odds, gets accepted into veterinarian school

A Texas student defied expectations by gaining acceptance into the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. Born prematurely with limited vision, Faith Snapp sees her blindness not as a barrier but as a challenge to overcome.

PETA protesters disrupt Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show

PETA activists made a bold statement at Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show, storming the runway with slogans like "Animals aren't fabric" and "Viva Vegan Leather."

Tarrant County K-9 officer retires after 5 years on the job

The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office held a special retirement party to honor Ara, a narcotics detection dog.