Spider populations become more aggressive after hurricanes, study finds
Hurricanes not only bring devastating weather and leave destruction in their wake — the storms also bring higher numbers of aggressive spiders, according to a new study published in the journal Nature Ecology and Evolution.
Hurricanes not only bring devastating weather and leave destruction in their wake — the storms also bring higher numbers of aggressive spiders, according to a new study published in the journal Nature Ecology and Evolution.
Hurricane Dorian’s powerful storm surge kills 220 dogs, 50 cats at animal shelter in Bahamas
As Hurricane Dorian pounded the Bahamas for almost two days, a powerful storm surge inundated a local animal shelter and killed nearly 300 dogs and cats.
As Hurricane Dorian pounded the Bahamas for almost two days, a powerful storm surge inundated a local animal shelter and killed nearly 300 dogs and cats.
The unlikeliest of friends: Adoptable mini-horse, goose have inseparable bond
A Bucks County animal shelter is requiring a mini-horse and goose to be adopted together after the pair formed an inseparable bond while abused.
A Bucks County animal shelter is requiring a mini-horse and goose to be adopted together after the pair formed an inseparable bond while abused.
Photographer captures moment 'curious' squirrel stops to smell a flower
A photographer in Vienna, Austria captured the moment a small ground squirrel stopped to smell the flowers — in order, evidently, to find out which one would taste the best.
A photographer in Vienna, Austria captured the moment a small ground squirrel stopped to smell the flowers — in order, evidently, to find out which one would taste the best.
Clearwater firefighters mourn loss of arson dog Quincy
Firefighters in Clearwater are mourning the loss of their former arson dog, Quincy.
Firefighters in Clearwater are mourning the loss of their former arson dog, Quincy.
China creates first cloned kitten: 'Meets the emotional needs of young generations'
(FOX NEWS) -- A company in China has created the first cloned cat in the country after the original cat died suddenly in January.
(FOX NEWS) -- A company in China has created the first cloned cat in the country after the original cat died suddenly in January.
Animal welfare workers seize 55 dogs, puppies from Lancaster County home
Animal welfare authorities say 55 dogs and puppies were rescued from a Pennsylvania home after they received a call about unsanitary conditions there.
Animal welfare authorities say 55 dogs and puppies were rescued from a Pennsylvania home after they received a call about unsanitary conditions there.
Lawmakers introduce bill to allow pets on restaurant patios
DOVER, Del. (AP) — Delaware lawmakers have introduced a bill authorizing restaurants and beer gardens to allow pets in outdoor seating areas.
DOVER, Del. (AP) — Delaware lawmakers have introduced a bill authorizing restaurants and beer gardens to allow pets in outdoor seating areas.
'Don't kiss backyard poultry': CDC issues warning about chickens after salmonella outbreak
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning due to a recent salmonella outbreak.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning due to a recent salmonella outbreak.
Florida cop makes Hurricane Dorian rescue, adopts 6-week-old puppy named 'Dory'
Police officers in one Florida city made their “first hurricane rescue” Monday after a resident called looking for help for her 6-week-old puppy.
Police officers in one Florida city made their “first hurricane rescue” Monday after a resident called looking for help for her 6-week-old puppy.
Hurricane Dorian: Brandywine SPCA helps evacuate 300+ animals from Carolina shelters
As Hurricane Dorian continues to pummel the Bahamas, a Delaware Valley nonprofit is pitching in to help animals in need.
As Hurricane Dorian continues to pummel the Bahamas, a Delaware Valley nonprofit is pitching in to help animals in need.
Baby sea turtles found burned to death at Florida beach
A Florida woman is calling for action after she stumbled upon several baby sea turtles that appeared to have been set on fire at a beach.
A Florida woman is calling for action after she stumbled upon several baby sea turtles that appeared to have been set on fire at a beach.
Puppy rescued from flooded vehicle in Orange County during Hurricane Dorian
The Orange County Sheriff's Office came to the rescue of an adorable puppy during Hurricane Dorian.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office came to the rescue of an adorable puppy during Hurricane Dorian.
‘Cat burglar’ turns out to be real cat; police take it to animal services for ‘fur-ther’ questioning
A “cat burglar“ was caught in Florida over the weekend and it turned out to be a real cat who was turned over to animal services for “fur-ther” questioning, according to police.
A “cat burglar“ was caught in Florida over the weekend and it turned out to be a real cat who was turned over to animal services for “fur-ther” questioning, according to police.
Florida humane society celebrates empty cages after community rushes to aid of shelter animals
A Florida humane society showed off its empty cages as Category 2 Hurricane Dorian moved dangerously close toward the state’s coast.
A Florida humane society showed off its empty cages as Category 2 Hurricane Dorian moved dangerously close toward the state’s coast.
FEMA-certified Doberman sent to Florida to help rescue people trapped by Hurricane Dorian
A Doberman from Kentucky with a very special skill-set is currently in Florida, prepared to rescue anyone trapped during Hurricane Dorian.
A Doberman from Kentucky with a very special skill-set is currently in Florida, prepared to rescue anyone trapped during Hurricane Dorian.
How to help animals affected by Hurricane Dorian
As Hurricane Dorian continues to pummel the Bahamas and keeps millions from Florida to the Carolinas on alert, nonprofits have been working around the clock to help animals in need of medical care and a safe place to stay.
As Hurricane Dorian continues to pummel the Bahamas and keeps millions from Florida to the Carolinas on alert, nonprofits have been working around the clock to help animals in need of medical care and a safe place to stay.
Denmark buys last 4 circus elephants to let them retire
Denmark is spending 11 million kroner ($1.6 million) to buy the country's last four circus elephants to give them a proper retirement as the government moves to ban wild animals in circuses.
Denmark is spending 11 million kroner ($1.6 million) to buy the country's last four circus elephants to give them a proper retirement as the government moves to ban wild animals in circuses.
Florida police officer adopts 6-week-old puppy to save her from Hurricane Dorian
A Florida police officer rescued a 6-week-old puppy ahead of Hurricane Dorian, adopted her and named her “Dory.”
A Florida police officer rescued a 6-week-old puppy ahead of Hurricane Dorian, adopted her and named her “Dory.”
Hurricane Dorian: Woman in Bahamas houses nearly 100 dogs to protect them from storm
A woman in Nassau, Bahamas, opened her home to nearly 100 dogs to protect them from the devastation of Hurricane Dorian, which struck the region as a Category 5 hurricane.
A woman in Nassau, Bahamas, opened her home to nearly 100 dogs to protect them from the devastation of Hurricane Dorian, which struck the region as a Category 5 hurricane.