Watch: Abandoned puppies get holiday-themed names

The puppies were diagnosed with parvovirus but have since undergone treatment and are recovering nicely.

Animal shelter seeks adoption for brave dog kicked by horse

An Ohio animal shelter is seeking a loving home for Zoey, a resilient 6-week-old Toy Fox Terrier/Jack Russell mix, who suffered two broken front legs after being kicked by a horse.

South Carolina dog rescued from tight spot — a dryer vent

Spike, an otherwise happy hound from South Carolina, found himself in a tight spot after the dog became stuck in his owner's dryer vent.

Watch: 6 African painted dog pups born at Oklahoma City Zoo

The African painted dog is an endangered species and the OKC Zoo has been caring for the species since 1972.

Video: Sneezes from Christmas tree lead woman to hidden possum

A Texas woman who heard sneezes coming from inside her artificial Christmas tree found an unwanted guest when she investigated.

Georgia sheepdog that protected flock from coyotes up for Farm Dog of the Year

Casper the sheepdog risked his own life to protect his flock from a pack of wild coyotes. Now the Georgia pup could be the Farm Bureau's Farm Dog of the Year, but he needs your help to win.

'Snoop Hogg' the pig saved from streets of Philadelphia; ready for forever home

“Snoop Hogg” is looking for a forever home after he was found wandering the streets of Philadelphia, where officials believe he was used as bait in dog fighting rings.

Mole with super hearing thought to be extinct found on South African beach

Golden moles are skilled burrowers with sensitive hearing that allows them to detect vibrations from surface movements. Unlike other burrowing mammals, they do not leave visible tunnels behind while moving under the sand.

Penguin parents sleep for just a few seconds at a time to guard newborns, study shows

It’s a challenge for all new parents: Getting enough sleep while keeping a close eye on their newborns. For some penguins, it means thousands of mini-catnaps a day, researchers discovered.

Video: 'Spunky' husky rescued from storm drain

“Sebastian, had always wanted to meet the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, but instead, found himself face to face with a couple of Animal Control Officers!"