Fans flocking to meet Moo Deng, the viral pigmy hippo

Moo Deng has gained instant fame as visitors are traveling from around the world to get a closer look at the beloved baby hippo.

Denton Animal Services manager fired after family's dog euthanized

In a statement, a city spokesperson says the shelter manager was fired after they became aware of “misrepresentations made on her employment application and during a subsequent interview."

Coyotes viciously attack woman's cat in Arlington neighborhood, video shows

One Arlington woman says four of her cats were attacked, killed and eaten by wild coyotes. Although the city says it is stepping up patrols in the area, it currently has no plans to try to remove any coyotes. Here's why.

Dog of the Day: Chunk
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A lovable dog who loves children is looking for a new home. Chunk is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.

Bat with rabies found in Plano

Plano officials say a bat found in the city has tested positive for rabies.

Denton animal shelter failed to consult vet before euthanizing man's dog, city admits

The city now admits a vet was only consulted about prescribing meds to treat Gunner's pain and incontinence. However, the vet was never consulted about putting Gunner down less than 24 hours after being brought in and before his owners could reclaim him.

Dog of the Day: Osito
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A calm, 7-year-old dog is looking for a new home. Osito is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.

Missouri police officer charged in death of K-9 officer left in hot car

A Missouri police officer has been charged after allegedly leaving his K-9 officer inside a hot car overnight in June, leading to his death.

Trump falsely claims migrants in Ohio are eating pets

During the 2024 presidential debate, Donald Trump falsely claimed that migrants in Ohio were eating pets, a statement debunked by local officials.

Dog of the Day: Mister Man
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An affectionate, 4-year-old dog who loves to go on walks is looking for a new home. Mister Man is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.

80 animals shot to death in California, 1 man arrested: sheriff

Deputies found about 80 miniature horses, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks and other types of birds had been killed.

Lost and found: Texas family's beloved cat returns home after 2,000-mile adventure

The skinny stray cat's experiences and the encounters he made along the way are mysteries that will forever fascinate. Yet one thing is certain: The pet's owners are sleeping better tonight, reunited with their first family cat after a two-year search.

Dog of the Day: Serenity
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A sweet and playful dog who gets along well with children is looking for a new home. Serenity is this week's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.

Arizona dog who has been at AAWL for more than 300 days needs a foster home

A two-year-old pup who has been at the Arizona Animal Welfare League for more than 300 days is in need of his forever home, or at the very least, a foster home.