San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident, 141-year-old tortoise Gramma, dies
Gramma, the San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident and one of the world’s oldest Galapagos tortoises, has died at the estimated age of 141.
New USDA website centralizes info in fight against New World screwworm parasite threatening U.S. livestock
The U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a new website to centralize federal agencies as they work together to protect livestock, wildlife, and the public’s health against the New World screwworm parasite.
FDA authorizes drug to treat cats and kittens infected with New World screwworm
In October, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the first time ever issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a drug to treat dogs and puppies infected with the parasite New World screwworm (NWS). Now it’s doing the same approval to treat kittens and cats.
Grizzly bear attacks students, teachers in British Columbia; 11 injured
A grizzly bear attacked a group of students and teachers on a walking trail in British Columbia, Canada, injuring 11 people, two of them critically.
Photos: Great ape escape forces lockdown at Indiana zoo
Officials at the Indianapolis Zoo responded to a great ape escape on Friday.
Watch: Michigan woman rescues raccoon stuck inside dumpster
The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.
Philadelphia zoo mourns loss of beloved lioness Tajiri
The Philadelphia Zoo is mourning the loss of Tajiri, a beloved African lioness who passed away at the age of 15 after a recent cancer diagnosis.
3 African serval cats escape Pennsylvania wildlife center after windstorm
Three African serval cats escaped the Cricket Wildlife Center in Lehigh County after a windstorm caused damage to its enclosures.
Tom Brady used Texas-based company to help clone his dog
Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady revealed his dog, Junie, is actually a clone of his former pet thanks to a Texas-based biotech company.
Pet monkey seen leaving Texas Spirit Halloween with owner in new bodycam
The monkey was captured in previous viral video swinging from the store's rafters after being spooked by a Halloween animatronic.
Officer braves cold waters to save dog in Atlantic City
An incredible water rescue in Atlantic City highlights the dedication of law enforcement as Officer Matthew Schmidt saves a dog from icy waters.
Why chocolate is toxic for dogs; vets urge caution during Halloween
Veterinarians warn dog owners: even small amounts of chocolate can be deadly for pets this Halloween. Here’s why and which types are most toxic.
Delco fox with plastic collar sparks rescue effort
A red fox with an unusual accessory has captured the attention of Broomall residents and social media alike.
Criminal charges against man accused of abandoning Trooper the dog during Hurricane Milton dropped
Criminal charges against the suspect who was accused of abandoning Troopers the dog along I-75 during Hurricane Milton evacuations were dropped by the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office.
Video: Mini-cow named ‘Jason Moo-Moah’ sets sail and hangs out on Pinellas County sandbar
Heads turned, eyes stared, and jaws dropped as if they had never seen a mini-cow on a boat trolling through Pinellas County waters.
A real Trooper: Abandoned dog left for dead finds new, loving home year after Hurricane Milton
One year ago, an abandoned Bull Terrier was left for dead, chained to a fence along Tampa's Interestate 75 as storm surges from Hurricane Milton rushed around the poor pup.
Lost and found: Lowe’s store cat's 85-mile journey ends in happy reunion
A beloved Richmond Lowe’s store cat named Francine has been safely reunited with her home after an unexpected 85-mile journey to North Carolina.
ACCT Philly urgently seeks help due to influx of dogs: "All animals are $10"
ACCT Philly is in desperate need of people to adopt animals due to an influx of dogs therefore, they are doing an 'Empty the Shelter' special where all animals are $10.
Bucks County SPCA raids unlicensed cat shelter, removes 70 cats: 'I feel horrible'
The Bucks County SPCA plans to press animal cruelty charges against Margaret Vautard, the director of Cats Bridge To Rescue, who is speaking out after the SPCA raided her unlicensed shelter that was operating out of a warehouse in Bensalem.
Dog survives horrific fall thanks to good Samaritan and animal rescue
A two-year-old dog named Nyla now has a second chance at life after she survived a 20 feet drop off a bridge in New Jersey.