Cats win Halloween costume contest dressed as Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson
Two cats dressed as country superstars Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton took home the top prize at Florida's decadent Fantasy Fest.
Two cats dressed as country superstars Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton took home the top prize at Florida's decadent Fantasy Fest.
Truffles the cat helps kids get comfortable with wearing glasses, going to eye doctor
Truffles is a 2-year-old cat whose mission is helping children get more comfortable with going to the eye doctor and wearing glasses or eye patches.
Truffles is a 2-year-old cat whose mission is helping children get more comfortable with going to the eye doctor and wearing glasses or eye patches.
The majority of baby sea turtles are now born female — climate change is to blame
Warming temperatures resulting from climate change are having a dramatic and potentially devastating effect on sea turtle populations — as temperatures rise, so does the temperature of the sandy beaches where turtles lay their eggs, and this means that an overwhelming majority of turtles are now born female.
Warming temperatures resulting from climate change are having a dramatic and potentially devastating effect on sea turtle populations — as temperatures rise, so does the temperature of the sandy beaches where turtles lay their eggs, and this means that an overwhelming majority of turtles are now born female.
Berlin firefighters save dog from nearly suffocating
It was a terrifying situation for a South Jersey couple. On their way back from a puppy training class, their four-legged friend got caught in her cage. She was rescued all thanks to some fast-thinking firefighters who rushed to their aid.
It was a terrifying situation for a South Jersey couple. On their way back from a puppy training class, their four-legged friend got caught in her cage. She was rescued all thanks to some fast-thinking firefighters who rushed to their aid.
Fat cat can't be bothered with treadmill workout
A morbidly obese cat in Washington is under strict orders to shed some pounds -- and she's not happy about it.
A morbidly obese cat in Washington is under strict orders to shed some pounds -- and she's not happy about it.
House passes bill to make animal cruelty a federal felony in 'major step to end animal abuse'
A bill that makes animal cruelty a federal felony was unanimously passed in the House of Representatives on Tuesday.
A bill that makes animal cruelty a federal felony was unanimously passed in the House of Representatives on Tuesday.
Animal welfare workers save 98 cats, dogs from 'self-proclaimed rescue' in Lebanon County
Animal welfare workers say 98 animals were removed from a "self-proclaimed rescue organization" in Lebanon County.
Animal welfare workers say 98 animals were removed from a "self-proclaimed rescue organization" in Lebanon County.
Good dog at shelter for more than 500 days looking for forever home
A very lovable dog who has spent more than 500 days at a Maryland animal shelter is looking for the happy ending she deserves.
A very lovable dog who has spent more than 500 days at a Maryland animal shelter is looking for the happy ending she deserves.
‘A significant milestone’: House unanimously passes bill to make animal cruelty a federal felony
The Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act, or PACT Act, would make it easier to prosecute those involved in the gruesome killing of animals.
The Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act, or PACT Act, would make it easier to prosecute those involved in the gruesome killing of animals.
‘The cutest zebra’: American Bully dog in creative Halloween costume steals internet’s hearts
A small kennel in Dallas, Texas, stole the internet’s hearts after posting a video of one of their American Bully dogs dressed up as a zebra, which quickly went viral.
A small kennel in Dallas, Texas, stole the internet’s hearts after posting a video of one of their American Bully dogs dressed up as a zebra, which quickly went viral.
Dog gives birth to green puppy: 'It was so shocking when she was born,' owner says
When a Great Dane in Colorado gave birth to a litter of pups, her owner couldn’t believe her eyes: Most of the newborn dogs looked normal, but one of the small animals had green fur.
When a Great Dane in Colorado gave birth to a litter of pups, her owner couldn’t believe her eyes: Most of the newborn dogs looked normal, but one of the small animals had green fur.
The cat’s out of the bag: Airport security stops couple after pet cat sneaks into carry-on luggage
Airport security stopped a couple flying to New York from London due to a stowaway passenger - their 5-year-old cat Candy Coole had snuck inside their luggage as they were packing for the trip.
Airport security stopped a couple flying to New York from London due to a stowaway passenger - their 5-year-old cat Candy Coole had snuck inside their luggage as they were packing for the trip.
San Diego woman gives up 140 pet rats after population gets out of hand, now ready for adoption
How would you like a rat for a roommate? At least 140 rats have been put up for adoption in San Diego after their owner relinquished them to the San Diego Humane Society when her pet rat population got out of control.
How would you like a rat for a roommate? At least 140 rats have been put up for adoption in San Diego after their owner relinquished them to the San Diego Humane Society when her pet rat population got out of control.
Local police K-9s finalists in national competition to win fully outfitted SUV
Two local police departments are finalists in a national competition to win a fully outfitted SUV for their K-9 unit.
Two local police departments are finalists in a national competition to win a fully outfitted SUV for their K-9 unit.
Goats reportedly on the loose in Kennett Township
Goats are apparently on the loose in Kennett Township.
Goats are apparently on the loose in Kennett Township.
'A lot of happy tears': Terminally ill dog adopted by family to fulfill his 'bucket list' adventures
The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland said Rusty could have weeks or months left and hopes to make the most of the time the dog has left.
The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland said Rusty could have weeks or months left and hopes to make the most of the time the dog has left.
Massive 190-Pound Mastiff rescued from Utah canyon after getting stuck
Rescuers in Salt Lake County, Utah, helped carry a large mastiff down from Grandeur Peak on Sunday, October 13, after the dog became stuck and was unable to move.
Rescuers in Salt Lake County, Utah, helped carry a large mastiff down from Grandeur Peak on Sunday, October 13, after the dog became stuck and was unable to move.
'One in a million' yellow cardinal named 'Sunny' spotted in Florida
An extremely rare yellow cardinal was photographed in Port St.
An extremely rare yellow cardinal was photographed in Port St.
‘Tremendous gift’: Couple asks guests to donate money, supplies to shelter in lieu of wedding gifts
Newlyweds in Ohio provided a “tremendous gift” to a local animal shelter when they asked their guests to provide donations instead of wedding gifts.
Newlyweds in Ohio provided a “tremendous gift” to a local animal shelter when they asked their guests to provide donations instead of wedding gifts.
Bear cub makes parkour-style escape down staircase after breaking into California home
A bear family broke into the house in Homewood, located just outside of Tahoe City.
A bear family broke into the house in Homewood, located just outside of Tahoe City.