First-of-its-kind bill could limit bulldog, pug breeding
The bill wouldn’t single out any specific breeds but aims to limit the intentional breeding of animals that have identical physical deformities that negatively impact their health.
Bird flu detected in milk supply from Texas and Kansas cattle
Milk from dairy cows in Texas and Kansas has tested positive for bird flu, U.S. officials said Monday.
Pit bull puppies stolen in Georgia shelter break-in returned, search for suspect ongoing
Three pit bull puppies stolen from a shellter in Georgia were successfully returned following a break-in.
MN lawmaker warns cows can 'trample you into dust' during firearm storage debate
A Minnesota lawmaker raised concerns about cows trampling farmers "to dust" as he questioned a new firearm storage bill being considered in the state senate.
Quick-thinking dog helps save another dog from drowning in river
In the United Kingdom, a Newfoundland dog's quick action saved a drowning Retriever in the Douglas Harbour,
Watch: First responders use plasma cutter to free dog stuck in tire
New Jersey first responders had the task of freeing a dog that got its head stuck in a tire.
Darby, the gun-sniffing lab, joins St. Paul PD
Darby, a 14-month-old American Black Lab, started duty with St. Paul police only one week ago with a unique role.
Most expensive, affordable cities to own a pet: Rover report
Some people have either delayed or decided to not have children altogether and instead got a pet because they claim pets are more affordable.
Minnesota Zoo’s rescued sea otter pups making splash at public debut
The northern sea otter pups were acclimating to their new home behind the scenes, but they are now ready to join the other three otters in Russia’s Grizzly Coast habitat.
Massachusetts woman charged with animal cruelty for emaciated dog, misleading investigator
A Massachusetts woman, Mary Sellitto, faces charges of animal cruelty and misleading investigators after a dog, Brooke, was discovered severely emaciated in January.
Goat tests positive for avian influenza — a first in the United States
A goat kid in Stevens County, Minnesota, has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), marking the first case in the United States of bird flu in a domestic ruminant.
Here are the most popular dog breeds of 2023, according to the AKC
The "Frenchie' has held its lead for a second year.
Orphaned bobcat kittens find new home at New Orleans zoo
Two orphaned bobcat kittens have found a new home at Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Dog parasite detected in Colorado River for 1st time, originating from other states
A parasite that can potentially kill dogs has been discovered for the first time in the Colorado River in Southern California, a study from University of California, Riverside said.
After 700 days in shelter, senior dog adopted by senior citizen: ‘Perfect match'
The 10-year-old Carolina dog mix had been searching for a loving home since 2022, but recently found the perfect match.
100-year-old giant alligator snapping turtle vanishes along North Carolina interstate
"It's almost like losing a piece of myself, to be honest with you," the turtle's owner told a local media outlet.
11-foot, 750-pound alligator seized from New York home
The 11-foot gator's owner reportedly allowed members of the public to get into a pool and pet the "unsecured" reptile.
Study reveals dogs can relieve stress, improve concentration in humans
A recent study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that certain activities might enhance individuals' brainwave patterns linked to rest and relaxation.
Watch: Wildlife rehabber wears fox mask to feed rescued kit
Adorable video from a Virginia wildlife rescue center shows just how hard they work to make sure wild animals don't associate humans with food.
MN lawmakers consider classroom egg hatching ban
Should students be able to hatch all types of eggs in their classrooms? At the state Capitol Tuesday, state lawmakers discussed a proposal that would prohibit waterfowl, including ducks, geese and swans, from being incubated in schools.