USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Highly pathogenic virus found in herd of Texas dairy cows
State and federal agriculture officials said highly pathogenic avian flu has been found in a herd of dairy cows in Texas.
State and federal agriculture officials said highly pathogenic avian flu has been found in a herd of dairy cows in Texas.
Watch: Horse airlifted to safety after falling into ravine
A horse was airlifted to safety after falling into a ravine in Italy.
A horse was airlifted to safety after falling into a ravine in Italy.
Florida owl gets stuck between tree trunks, Pasco County Fire Rescue crew swoops in to save bird
Pasco County Fire Rescue saved a trapped owl after the bird became wedged tightly between two tree trunks.
Pasco County Fire Rescue saved a trapped owl after the bird became wedged tightly between two tree trunks.
Dog of the Day: Ember
A sweet, playful dog is looking for a new home. Ember is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
A sweet, playful dog is looking for a new home. Ember is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Texas man faces felony animal cruelty charges after 7 dogs rescued
A Texas man faces felony charges after authorities rescued seven severely neglected dogs that are now recovering in SPCA care.
A Texas man faces felony charges after authorities rescued seven severely neglected dogs that are now recovering in SPCA care.
California man sentenced to 5+ years for smuggling 1,700 reptiles through El Paso border
A California man has been sentenced to over five years in federal prison for running a massive smuggling ring that illegally moved more than 1,700 reptiles across the El Paso border.
A California man has been sentenced to over five years in federal prison for running a massive smuggling ring that illegally moved more than 1,700 reptiles across the El Paso border.
Dog of the Day: Scarlet
A sweet, 2-year-old dog who loves play time is looking for a new home. Scarlet is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
A sweet, 2-year-old dog who loves play time is looking for a new home. Scarlet is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Happy the elephant, famous for mirror recognition study, euthanized
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
WA man accused of throwing rock at monk seal pleads not guilty in Hawaii court
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Six horses seized during West Texas traffic stop amid USDA livestock smuggling investigation
Sheriff’s deputies seized six horses during a traffic stop in West Texas as part of an ongoing livestock smuggling investigation, authorities said.
Sheriff’s deputies seized six horses during a traffic stop in West Texas as part of an ongoing livestock smuggling investigation, authorities said.
Raaw Energy pet food recall expanded over listeria concerns, reported illnesses
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
Kindergarten COVID kids now visit Zoo in 6th grade
Kids who were in kindergarten when the pandemic began are now graduating from the sixth grade. A mom at Canyon Creek elementary school in Richardson wanted to make sure they didn't miss out on an important kindergarten rite of passage, a field trip to the Dallas zoo
Kids who were in kindergarten when the pandemic began are now graduating from the sixth grade. A mom at Canyon Creek elementary school in Richardson wanted to make sure they didn't miss out on an important kindergarten rite of passage, a field trip to the Dallas zoo
Fort Worth Fire Department adopts homeless dog
The Fort Worth Fire Department has a new furry friend, and they're helping its former owner get help. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.
The Fort Worth Fire Department has a new furry friend, and they're helping its former owner get help. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.
Fort Worth Fire Department adopts homeless veteran's dog, helps former owner get back on track
The newest member of the Fort Worth Fire Department is a dog named Jake, and the department is helping Jake's former owner get the help he needs.
The newest member of the Fort Worth Fire Department is a dog named Jake, and the department is helping Jake's former owner get the help he needs.
This social media star can't walk, but she loves to drive and dance
Kiki the sheep drives her own vehicle, changes the radio station, and inspires people across the globe. She’s also certified sassy.
Kiki the sheep drives her own vehicle, changes the radio station, and inspires people across the globe. She’s also certified sassy.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Hawaii monk seal rock thrower arrested, to appear in Seattle court
The man accused of hurling a rock at an endangered seal in Hawaii was arrested and is set to appear in U.S. District Court in Seattle.
The man accused of hurling a rock at an endangered seal in Hawaii was arrested and is set to appear in U.S. District Court in Seattle.
125+ dogs rescued from Ellis County hoarding site
More than 125 dogs were rescued from inhumane hoarding conditions in Ellis County following a months-long joint operation by local and national animal welfare groups.
More than 125 dogs were rescued from inhumane hoarding conditions in Ellis County following a months-long joint operation by local and national animal welfare groups.